Bed and breakfast in the Prè district of Genoa, with air conditioning, free WiFi and paid parking just steps from the historic centre.
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A casa di Lou is a bed and breakfast located in the Prè district of Genoa, about 1.6 km from the Aquarium and one kilometre from the University. The property caters to those looking for a convenient base to explore the historic centre on foot or by public transport, given the railway and metro stations just a few hundred metres away.
The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a coffee machine and bed and bath linen provided to guests. WiFi is free, while private parking is available at an additional cost for those arriving by car.
The location gives guests access to some of the city’s most distinctive sights, such as Castello D’Albertis, Piazza San Lorenzo and the Palazzo Bianco Gallery, all reachable in just a few minutes. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 9 km away. Couples particularly appreciate the property’s location, noted as a strength in recent reviews.
A casa di Lou offers one room type designed for those travelling with a companion: the Double Room with Single Beds, measuring 16 square metres, with two single beds and a shared bathroom. The room is air-conditioned and furnished with a wardrobe, desk and tiled flooring, while the coffee machine and kettle allow guests to prepare a hot drink without having to go out.
The shared bathroom is equipped with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, a bidet and bath linen, ensuring a good level of comfort despite the shared spaces. The accommodation, simple but functional, is suited to those looking for a practical stay in a well-connected area of Genoa, without the need for extra services or large spaces.
Double room of 16 square metres with two single beds, designed for those travelling as a couple or with a friend. Equipped with air conditioning, a coffee machine, an electric kettle and a wardrobe, it shares the bathroom with other guests of the property, furnished with a bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The tiled flooring and desk complete a simple, functional room.
A casa di Lou offers a set of amenities designed to make the stay practical even without en-suite bathrooms. Air conditioning is present both in the common areas and in the rooms, while free WiFi allows guests to stay connected throughout their stay. Those arriving by car can make use of parking, available for an extra fee.
For those who want a hot drink at any time of day, a coffee machine with a tea kettle is available. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers private and express check-in and check-out, as well as a luggage storage service useful for those with flexible travel schedules. Family rooms are also available for those travelling in groups, and the common areas are monitored by CCTV for guests’ safety.
A casa di Lou is located in the Prè district, one of Genoa’s oldest neighbourhoods, just steps from the port and the historic centre. The area retains an authentic, working-class character, with typical Genoese caruggi, artisan workshops and inns, and is well connected to the rest of the city thanks to its proximity to two railway stations, Centurione and Salita San Rocco, both about 150 metres away, and to the Principe and Dinegro metro stations, at 300 and 800 metres respectively.
For those arriving by plane, Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 4.6 km away, easily reachable by car or public transport connections. A short walk from the property are several restaurants and bars, including 1000 Mollike just 50 metres away and Pizzeria Mennella at 100 metres, ideal for a casual dinner after a day of sightseeing. Castello D’Albertis, one of the city’s landmarks, is 450 metres away, while Palazzo Reale can be reached in about a 700-metre walk.
Culture lovers can devote a day to the Galata Maritime Museum, 650 metres away, or venture as far as Piazza San Lorenzo and Palazzo Ducale, in the heart of the historic centre, about 1.6-1.7 km away. In the summer months, the beaches of Boccadasse and Vernazzola, about 5 km away, offer a seaside alternative for a break by the sea, while at any time of year the Spianata Castelletto, 1.3 km away, offers one of the most striking panoramic views over the city and the port.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality (9.7) and cleanliness (9.5), followed by an excellent value for money (9.3). The location, rated 9.0 and especially appreciated by couples, remains one of the property’s main strengths.
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No, A casa di Lou does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, A casa di Lou has private parking, available at an additional cost for guests arriving by car.
A casa di Lou is located about 450 metres from Castello D’Albertis, 1.2 km from the Genoa Aquarium and about 1.6 km from Piazza San Lorenzo, in the heart of the historic centre.
Yes, A casa di Lou offers free WiFi throughout the property.
No, the room available at A casa di Lou shares a bathroom with other guests of the property, equipped with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.
A casa di Lou is located about 4.6 km from Genoa-Sestri Airport, reachable by car or public transport connections in just a few minutes.
