In September 2017 my wife and i are planning a trip to Italy where for 3 nights/4 days we'll be in the Cinque Terre.
Knowing from previous travels in Europe, we found that a hotel close to the train station is really helpful for avoiding taxis and other transportation when trying to get to and from an airport or a Viator tour connection place.
So, we have decided on Monterosso in the "New Town" area, finding an ocean view room right off the beach area, which is also very close to the train station for when we want to shoot from village to village, for when we don't want to hike any longer.
We have looked at many other places in other villages also, that are further up the hill. 0.3 mile; 0.5 mile, etc. Seems like a potential bit of hiking with luggage, and to and from train station if we want to use the train shuttle. And secondly, I know the place we booked (Affittacamere Lo Scoglia in Monterosso) has a great ocean view. The hillside properties might be very nice, but also hidden in a low spot or the view blocked by a bunch of trees.
So, given the interest in train access and the ocean view, did we make a good decision? Only downside is they have no breakfast included, but I suppose there's a pastry place or grocery store nearby. Any thoughts appreciated. Ted