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Hotel Genziana
2-star hotel in the heart of Genoa's caruggi, near the old port and the Aquarium, with simple rooms, free WiFi and convenient metro connections.

Bed and breakfast in Genoa Sampierdarena with family rooms, private kitchens and free parking, just minutes from the station and the historic centre.
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B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa is a family-run bed and breakfast in Genoa, 3.6 km from the Aquarium of Genoa and about 800 metres from Genova Sampierdarena train station.
The property offers accommodations of various sizes, from 25 to 60 square metres, designed mainly for families and small groups: several rooms feature a private kitchen, fireplace, bathtub and city view, along with air conditioning and a private entrance. Each unit includes a private bathroom with toiletries, while breakfast is served every morning in a continental, Italian, gluten-free or buffet style.
Amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, free private parking, a laundry service and luggage storage, as well as bowls and baskets for pets, allowed upon request. Genova Via di Francia and Sampierdarena station are just a few steps away, as are several neighbourhood bars and restaurants, making the B&B a practical base for exploring the city on foot or by public transport.

The rooms at B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa range from 25 to 60 square metres and are designed mainly for families and groups, with capacities from 2 to 8 guests. Almost all room types have a private bathroom with tub and bidet, toiletries and bathrobes, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar, while several rooms also include a full kitchen with hob, oven and refrigerator, useful for longer stays.
What sets the individual rooms apart are mainly the size, the city view and details such as the fireplace, found in some of the larger rooms, or the private entrance. The Family Suite and the Family Room share the same 60 square metres but differ in maximum capacity, while the more compact Family Room with Bathroom offers a simpler solution with a TV and a tea/coffee kettle.
60-square-metre suite with a private entrance and fireplace, one of the distinctive features of this accommodation. It includes a separate lounge area, a full kitchen with hob, oven and refrigerator, and a bathroom with tub and shower. Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a city view complete the amenities, for up to 5 guests.
The most compact of the double rooms, 25 square metres with a flexible layout to choose between an extra-large double bed or two single beds. The fireplace is what sets it apart from the other rooms for two. Private bathroom with tub, shower and bidet, toiletries and bathrobes, plus a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge area with TV.
The property’s largest-capacity room, sleeping up to 8 guests across 60 square metres, with alternative bed configurations between six single/double beds or a single queen bed. This room also has a fireplace, a full kitchen and a bathroom with tub, shower and bidet, plus a city view and private entrance.
A 40-square-metre room for up to 4 people, with two possible bed configurations. It has a kitchen with refrigerator, oven and microwave, a private bathroom with tub and bidet, toiletries and bathrobes, plus a lounge area with a flat-screen TV and minibar.
A 45-square-metre family room accommodating up to 5 people, with the choice between a large double bed or four single beds. The private bathroom with tub and bidet comes with toiletries and bathrobes, while a kitchen with refrigerator, oven and microwave and a city view complete the accommodation.
The simplest of the family rooms, 35 square metres without a kitchen, designed for those looking for a more essential option. It includes a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a tea/coffee kettle, for up to 4 guests.
B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa offers free WiFi and free private parking in a garage, as well as a paid airport shuttle service useful for those arriving at or departing from Genoa-Sestri Airport, about 6 km away. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers allergy-friendly rooms, heating and a lift, with rooms specifically designed for families.
For guests travelling with pets, allowed upon request, dedicated bowls and baskets are available. The laundry service and luggage storage make longer stays easier, while tours and lessons on local culture, happy hour and tickets for public transport help guests plan their days in the city.
At breakfast, served every morning, guests can choose between continental, Italian, gluten-free or buffet options. The property also has a coffee shop and the option to order wine and champagne, while a tea/coffee kettle is available in the room.
B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa is located in the Sampierdarena district, a residential area west of Genoa’s historic centre, lively with bars and small neighbourhood restaurants: places like Dong au, Forno a Legna and La Marinella are all within 200 metres of the property, while Virgo Discoclub and Bar Pic Nic are just a few dozen metres away.
Getting around is easy: Genova Via di Francia train station is about 800 metres away, as is Genova Sampierdarena station, both useful for reaching the city centre or continuing along the coast. Dinegro metro station is 1.6 km away. Genoa-Sestri Airport is just 2.2 km away, also reachable via the property’s paid shuttle service, while the Port of Genoa is 4.2 km away.
For those visiting the city, the Aquarium of Genoa is 2.8 km away, one of the largest in Europe, while the historic Lanterna, the lighthouse symbol of the city, is 1.4 km away. Within 3-4 km you’ll also find D’Albertis Castle, the Galata Museo del Mare, Palazzo Ducale and the medieval Porta Soprana. In summer, the beaches of Punta Vagno and Boccadasse are just a few minutes away by car, while in every season the historic centre, one of the largest in Europe, is perfect for strolling through the caruggi, historic palaces and squares such as San Lorenzo and Matteotti.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, with a score of 9.4, and the value for money. Cleanliness and location remain above 8, while facilities and comfort are slightly lower, consistent with a simple, informal profile, ideal for those seeking a practical rather than a luxury stay.
Yes, B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa accepts pets upon request; a surcharge may apply and the property provides dedicated bowls and baskets.
Yes, B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa has free private parking in a garage for guests arriving by car.
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Yes, several rooms at B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa are equipped with a full private kitchen with hob, oven and refrigerator, suitable for longer stays.
B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa is about 2.2 km from Genoa-Sestri Airport and offers a paid airport shuttle service upon request.
Yes, B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa offers several family rooms with capacities of up to 8 people, suitable for large families or small groups.
Yes, B&B Amarantha Gothica Genoa includes breakfast, available in continental, Italian, gluten-free or buffet options.