4-star hotel in the historic heart of Genoa, a few steps from Piazza De Ferrari, Palazzo Ducale and Porto Antico, with an in-house restaurant and air-conditioned rooms.
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Best Western Plus City Hotel is a 4-star hotel in the historic centre of Genoa, about 200 metres from Piazza De Ferrari and Palazzo Ducale, in a location guests rate 9.5 for couples’ stays.
The rooms, furnished in a modern style with designer lighting, feature LCD TVs with satellite channels, a minibar, a customisable pillow menu and hot drink facilities; air conditioning is active from June to September. The range includes options for solo travellers, couples and families, up to Junior Suites with a city view or balcony.
Breakfast is served buffet-style with Ligurian specialities, while the Pesciolino Restaurant offers typical dishes made with local ingredients, and selected Italian wines and oils. A free iPad is available for guests in the lobby. Museums, historic squares, the Porto Antico and the Genoa Aquarium can all be reached on foot within a few minutes, making the hotel a practical base for exploring the city centre.
The rooms at Best Western Plus City Hotel share a modern setup, with air conditioning active during the summer months, a minibar, LCD TVs with satellite channels, a pillow menu and hot drink-making facilities. The range starts with the compact 12 sqm Comfort Single Room, designed for solo travellers, up to options for couples such as the King Comfort and the King Deluxe, the latter also available with a sofa bed for an extra guest.
For family stays, the King Family Room with bunk beds and the two 35 sqm Junior Suites are ideal, one with a city view and the other with a private balcony, both arranged in separate areas to provide more space and privacy for those travelling with children or in small groups.
The most compact of the double rooms, the King Comfort is designed for practical stays in the city centre: modern furnishings, minibar, LCD TV and electric kettle in an essential yet functional 14 sqm.
Larger than the King Comfort, this Deluxe adds a sofa bed that brings capacity to 3 guests, ideal for those travelling with an extra companion.
A Deluxe version without a sofa bed, slightly larger than the standard King Comfort, with the same designer furnishings and modern amenities for two guests.
The smallest room in the hotel, designed for solo travellers: a single bed, minibar and the same technological amenities as the other rooms in a compact space.
Designed for families, it offers 30 sqm with bunk beds for children in addition to the double bed, a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle.
Among the largest available, this 35 sqm Junior Suite stands out for its city view and in-room safe, with a bunk bed for children.
The same size as the Junior Suite with city view but with a private balcony instead of the panoramic view, and three beds spread across multiple areas for larger families.
Best Western Plus City Hotel offers a range of services designed for those visiting Genoa for both tourism and business. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and includes a concierge service, luggage storage and express check-in, along with a laundry service, daily housekeeping and an in-room safe. Pets are allowed, with bowls and baskets available for four-legged guests.
For dining, the hotel has an in-house restaurant, a bar and the option of breakfast served directly in the room, as well as a menu catering to special dietary requirements upon request. There is also a gym for those who want to keep up their workout routine while travelling, while meeting spaces and a business centre make the hotel suitable for business stays too. The valet parking service is convenient for those arriving by car in a central area where spaces are limited.
Best Western Plus City Hotel is located in the historic heart of Genoa, on Via San Sebastiano, a few steps from noble palaces such as Palazzo Spinola and Palazzo Negrone, in an area dominated by the caruggi and UNESCO World Heritage Genoese buildings. The neighbourhood is lively and pedestrian, dotted with bars and restaurants such as Ladidà and Le Rune, just metres from the hotel’s entrance.
The central location means Piazza De Ferrari is about 300 metres away on foot, with Palazzo Ducale at the same distance, while the Genoa Aquarium is 700 metres away. For those arriving by public transport, De Ferrari metro station is 250 metres away and Portello railway station is 250 metres away; Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5 km away. The nearest beach, Punta Vagno, is 2 km away.
From a cultural point of view, the historic centre offers museums such as Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, both within 350 metres, ideal for a morning visit before heading on to the Porto Antico. In summer the area comes alive with outdoor events in Piazza De Ferrari, while in winter the illuminated historic palaces and markets among the caruggi offer a different atmosphere. D’Albertis Castle, about 1.3 km away, is a further stop for those who want to venture a little further from the centre without giving up the convenience of walking back to the hotel.
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Guests particularly praise the central location, rated 9.5, and the helpfulness of the staff, with a score of 9.2. Cleanliness and comfort remain at high levels, while the value for money, though solid, is the most modest score at 7.9.
Yes, Best Western Plus City Hotel is located in the historic centre of Genoa, about 300 metres from Piazza De Ferrari and Palazzo Ducale.
Yes, Best Western Plus City Hotel accepts pets on request, providing bowls and baskets; a surcharge may apply.
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Yes, Best Western Plus City Hotel is home to the Pesciolino Restaurant, which serves typical Ligurian dishes made with fresh ingredients and selected Italian wines.
Best Western Plus City Hotel offers a valet parking service, but spaces are limited and subject to availability.
Best Western Plus City Hotel serves a hearty buffet breakfast, with Italian, American specialities and typical Ligurian dishes.
Yes, Best Western Plus City Hotel offers family rooms such as the King Family Room with bunk beds and the 35 sqm Junior Suites, suitable for up to 4 people.
