B&B Caterina is a non-hotel accommodation in the Principe district of Genoa, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathroom in every room and free street parking.
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B&B Caterina is a family-run bed and breakfast in the Principe district of Genoa, about 500 metres from Genova Piazza Principe railway station and just over one kilometre from the Aquarium of Genoa. The property occupies a building in the historic centre and offers an intimate atmosphere, with a common lounge available to guests and free WiFi throughout the premises.
The four available rooms, all with private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls, vary in size and view: some have windows facing the hills, others overlook the sea and the rooftops of the centre, with one room type also offering the choice between a double bed and two single beds. Each room is equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV, fridge, microwave and coffee machine.
B&B Caterina is a practical base for those visiting Genoa without a car, thanks to its proximity to the Dinegro metro station and the main rail connections, but also for those looking for a base just steps from traditional restaurants, historic arcades and noble palaces in the city centre.
B&B Caterina offers four double rooms, all with private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls to ensure a good night’s rest even in the city centre. Sizes range from 14 to 18.5 square metres and each room is furnished with a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge, features designed for independent stays even of several days.
The main differences concern the view and the bed layout: some rooms look towards the hills, others towards the sea or the rooftops of the historic centre, while one room type allows a choice between a double bed and two single beds, useful for those travelling with a companion. The largest in the range exceeds 18 square metres, while the most compact is designed for couples staying right in the centre.
This 17.5 sqm room stands out for its private bathroom located outside the room and for its double view, over the hills and a local landmark. It is air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with satellite flat-screen TV, coffee machine and wardrobe: a good choice for those who don’t need the bathroom directly in the room.
At 16 sqm it is the most compact of the rooms with an en-suite bathroom, but it stands out for its sea and city views, as well as excellent soundproofing. It features a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and air conditioning, and is designed for couples’ stays.
This is the largest room in the property, at 18.5 sqm, with a view embracing both sea and city. The only room type to offer two alternative bed configurations, double or two single beds, it is the most flexible solution for those travelling with a roommate.
The smallest of the four rooms, at 14 sqm, does not accept children and is designed for a simple couple’s stay. It offers a view of the city and a local landmark, courtesy toiletries in the bathroom and a satellite flat-screen TV.
B&B Caterina provides guests with a common lounge with a TV area, ideal for relaxing after a day exploring Genoa, and free WiFi throughout the property. The building is entirely non-smoking, with heating, air conditioning in the common areas and soundproofing, with some rooms also designed for families.
Nothing is missing in the rooms for independent stays: private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, fridge, microwave oven and coffee machine. Street parking is free, a convenience not to be taken for granted in central Genoa, while private check-in allows arrivals to be managed with greater flexibility compared to a traditional reception.
B&B Caterina is located in the Principe district, one of the oldest areas of Genoa, just steps from the historic port and the imposing Villa del Principe. The property occupies a residential building on a quiet side street, a few minutes’ walk from the railway station, in a setting that blends historic buildings, small neighbourhood shops and family-run trattorias such as the nearby Trattoria Nonna Rosaria, just 30 metres away.
Getting around is easy even without a car: the Dinegro metro station is about 50 metres away, Genova Piazza Principe railway station is 500 metres away and Genoa-Sestri Airport can be reached in about 3.9 km, convenient for those arriving by air. The Aquarium of Genoa, among the largest in Europe, is just over a kilometre away, the same distance that separates the property from D’Albertis Castle, now a museum of world cultures with panoramic terraces over the city and the port.
Those staying at B&B Caterina can spend their days in the historic centre, among the caruggi alleys, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and Porta Soprana, about 2 km away, or climb up to the Lighthouse of Genoa, the city’s symbolic lighthouse, 1.3 km from the property. For an afternoon of art and history, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, on the central via Garibaldi, are about 1.6 km away, while the Galata Museo del Mare is less than a kilometre away. In summer, the beaches of Boccadasse and Sturla, about 5-6 km away, offer a pleasant seaside alternative reachable by bus, while in every season the historic centre remains perfect to explore on foot starting directly from the property.
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Guests of B&B Caterina especially praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.6, and cleanliness, 9.5. Room comfort and value for money are also highly appreciated, while the location, still central, receives the lowest score, 8.6, likely linked to the area being less touristy than the historic centre.
No, B&B Caterina does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, B&B Caterina offers free street parking near the property.
B&B Caterina is about 500 metres from Genova Piazza Principe railway station and about 50 metres from Dinegro metro station.
Yes, all rooms at B&B Caterina have a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
The minimum age for check-in at B&B Caterina is 18 years.
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At check-in, guests of B&B Caterina must present a photo ID and a credit card, communicating their expected arrival time in advance.
