A bed and breakfast in the historic heart of Genoa, just steps from Palazzo Ducale and the aquarium, with a varied breakfast and soundproofed rooms.
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B&B Piccoli Leoni is a bed and breakfast located in Piazza San Matteo, in Genoa’s historic centre, just metres from Palazzo Ducale and the Church of San Matteo.
The property offers three types of accommodation, from the more compact double room to the suite with private entrance and separate living area, all featuring a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls. Breakfast, served every morning, includes continental, Italian, vegan and gluten-free options, designed to meet different needs.
Guests have access to a common lounge with TV area, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and free WiFi throughout the property. The location, right in the pedestrian heart of the old town, allows guests to reach the Genoa Aquarium, Palazzo Rosso and Piazza De Ferrari on foot, making the B&B a practical base for visiting Genoa without a car. Couples in particular appreciate the central location, rated very highly in reviews.
B&B Piccoli Leoni offers three accommodation options designed for different needs: two double rooms with a compact floor plan and a larger suite with an independent entrance. All rooms share some distinctive features, such as soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV and a bathroom with shower or bathtub, as well as the parquet flooring that characterises the classic-style interiors.
The main difference lies in the space: the Double Room with Private Bathroom and the Double Room offer compact solutions for two people, while the Suite, at 42 sqm, adds a separate living area with sofa bed, sitting area and city view, making it ideal for families or small groups of up to four people. The bathtub is an exclusive feature of the first double room, not found in the other room types.
The larger of the two standard double rooms, with classic-style furnishings and parquet flooring. It is the only room in the property with both a bathtub and a shower, as well as a bathroom with courtesy toiletries and a hairdryer. The bathroom, although private, is located outside the room but is reserved exclusively for the guests staying in it.
The most compact room in the property, with classic furnishings and parquet flooring. Unlike the double room with bathtub, here the private bathroom has only a shower and a hairdryer, while maintaining the same soundproofing standards and flat-screen TV.
The most spacious option at the B&B, with an independent private entrance and separate bedroom and living areas with a sofa bed. It features a sitting area, city view, wardrobe and flat-screen satellite TV, as well as a bathroom with shower and bidet. The soundproofed walls ensure extra peace and quiet, making it the ideal choice for families or groups of up to four people.
B&B Piccoli Leoni offers guests a common lounge with TV area, ideal for relaxing after a day in the city centre, along with practical services such as luggage storage, private check-in and check-out, and the option of room service. The property is entirely non-smoking and features a lift, heating and parquet flooring throughout the common areas.
Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, shower or bathtub, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer and electric kettle, as well as a desk useful for those travelling on business. Flat-screen TV with satellite channels and internet connection are guaranteed in all room types.
For breakfast, a menu is available on request for special diets, with the option of having it served directly in the room. Additional services include dry cleaning, babysitting service on request and the possibility of a packed lunch, designed to make the stay more flexible.
B&B Piccoli Leoni is located in Piazza San Matteo, one of the most distinctive medieval squares in Genoa’s historic centre, right next to the Church of San Matteo, an ancient family chapel of the Doria family just 8 metres from the property. The area, entirely pedestrian and rich in historic buildings, retains the atmosphere of the Genoese caruggi with narrow alleys, artisan workshops and small restaurants such as La Buca di San Matteo, 30 metres away.
The central location makes getting around easy: the De Ferrari metro station is 150 metres away, while Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 11 km away. Palazzo Ducale is 100 metres away, Piazza De Ferrari 150 metres away, and the Genoa Aquarium 500 metres away, all comfortably reachable on foot. Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, home to important museum collections, are also about 300 metres away.
Guests staying here can spend their days exploring the historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, walking between Porta Soprana and Columbus’s house, or head towards the old port for the Galata Museo del Mare, about 950 metres away. In the summer months, the beaches of Punta Vagno and Boccadasse, about 2-4 km away, offer an easily accessible seaside alternative, while in every season the nearby Spianata Castelletto offers a panoramic view over the city and the gulf.
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Reviews particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.8, and the staff’s helpfulness, rated 9.7. Cleanliness and comfort also receive very high scores (9.3), confirming an overall very positive experience, especially for couples visiting Genoa.
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No, B&B Piccoli Leoni does not allow pets during the stay.
No, B&B Piccoli Leoni does not offer dedicated parking for guests.
Yes, B&B Piccoli Leoni includes breakfast with continental, Italian, vegan and gluten-free options.
B&B Piccoli Leoni is located about 500 metres on foot from the Genoa Aquarium.
Yes, B&B Piccoli Leoni applies a surcharge of 30 EUR for check-ins between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, and 50 EUR between 10:00 PM and midnight; arrivals after midnight are not allowed.
Yes, B&B Piccoli Leoni offers a 42 sqm Suite with a separate living area and sofa bed, suitable for families or groups of up to 4 people.
