Bed and breakfast in the hills of Borzonasca, with a sauna in every accommodation, panoramic garden and views of the mountains of the Genoese hinterland.
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Casa Balsamo is a bed and breakfast in Borzonasca, in the Genoese hinterland, where every accommodation has a private sauna and overlooks a garden with views of the surrounding mountains.
The property offers four room types, from the more compact Double Room to the 15 sqm Quadruple Room designed for families or small groups. Each unit is equipped with a kitchenette with utensils, a private bathroom with shower and a patio overlooking greenery: practical solutions for those who want to move independently during their stay.
Outside, guests will find a sun terrace, a barbecue area, a picnic space and a steam room, while an Italian breakfast is served in the morning. The area is well suited to hiking and cycling trips in the Ligurian hinterland, with the Roman Bridge a few kilometres away and the coast reachable by car. A simple, well-kept base for those seeking tranquillity away from the sea, without giving up a few extra comforts such as an in-room sauna.
Casa Balsamo offers four types of accommodation, all with private bathroom, kitchenette with utensils and a sauna available to guests: a detail found in every room that sets this bed and breakfast apart from the average in the area. Room sizes range from the 10 sqm Double Room with external bathroom to the 15 sqm Quadruple Room, designed for families or groups of friends thanks to bunk beds paired with a double bed.
Each unit offers a patio or terrace with views of the garden and surrounding mountains, while the Double Room stands out for its air conditioning and soundproofing, useful during the warmer months. The Triple Room, with its internal private bathroom, suits small families well, while the Quadruple Room with external bathroom remains the most affordable option for larger groups. The choice therefore depends on capacity and budget, rather than substantial differences in amenities.
This 12 sqm triple room is one of the few with an internal private bathroom, convenient for those travelling in three. It features a kitchenette with utensils, tiled flooring, a patio with garden and mountain views, plus the sauna shared by all accommodations. The independent entrance allows guests to keep their own schedule during their stay.
This is the largest room in the property, at 15 sqm and with capacity for four people thanks to bunk beds alongside the double bed. The private bathroom with bidet is located outside the unit. It offers views of the inner courtyard and the mountains, plus a kitchen with utensils and a patio, ideal for families with children or small groups.
The most compact of the four room types, at 10 sqm, with parquet flooring that sets it apart from the other tiled rooms. The private bathroom with bidet is external to the unit. The accommodation is completed by a kitchenette, a wardrobe and a patio with garden views, in a space designed for two people.
The only one of the four rooms to feature air conditioning and soundproofing, as well as a private terrace with garden views instead of the simple patio found elsewhere. The internal bathroom has a shower, while the kitchen with utensils completes the accommodation: the most suitable choice for those staying during the summer months.
Casa Balsamo provides guests with a sauna shared by all accommodations, a steam room and spa/wellness packages, as well as a garden with a sun terrace, picnic area and barbecue for evenings outdoors. There is also an outdoor fireplace area and a space dedicated to tours and lessons on local culture.
Those who love the outdoors can enjoy hiking, cycling and organised walking tours in the surrounding area, while pets are allowed on request, possibly with a surcharge. The property offers free WiFi and family rooms, designed for those travelling with children, for whom dedicated meals and board games are also available.
At mealtimes, the on-site café offers wine and champagne, with menus customisable on request for special diets. A laundry service and luggage storage round out the offering for a practical stay of several days.
Casa Balsamo is located in Borzonasca, a small town in the Genoese hinterland surrounded by woods and Apennine ridges. The area is quiet, dotted with stone houses and farming activities, and is well suited to a stay away from coastal traffic, while still remaining a reasonable distance from the sea.
The Roman Bridge, a protected historic site, is about 8 km from the property, while the closest places for a meal out are Pasticceria Macera Ettore at 4.1 km and Bar Pizzeria Copacabanne at 4.6 km. Genoa-Sestri Airport is reachable in about 40 km, convenient for those arriving by plane from outside the region. Casa Carbone is 22 km away, while Castello Brown, one of the most photographed villages on the Riviera di Levante, is about 44 km away.
Guests staying at Casa Balsamo can enjoy cycling and hiking along the trails of the Ligurian hinterland, with routes winding through chestnut groves and small mountain villages. In summer the area offers cool air and shade compared to the crowded coast, while in autumn it becomes a destination for walkers drawn by the colours of the woods. The combination of sauna, steam room and private garden makes the property suitable also for those simply seeking relaxation after a day outdoors, in a rural setting far from the most well-trodden tourist routes.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.7, and cleanliness, with 9.2 points. General comfort is also highly appreciated (9), while the value for money stands at 8.6. The location, although off the coast, receives 8.4, still considered suitable for a peaceful stay as a couple.
Yes, Casa Balsamo accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Yes, Casa Balsamo serves an Italian-style breakfast to guests staying at the property.
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No, according to the available data, free parking is not included at Casa Balsamo.
Check-in at Casa Balsamo is available from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM and requires guests to inform the property of their arrival time in advance.
Yes, Casa Balsamo offers family rooms, children’s meals and board games, and does not require a minimum age for check-in.
Yes, every accommodation at Casa Balsamo includes a private sauna available to guests during their stay.
