Family-run bed and breakfast in Pra', Genoa, with city and sea views, Italian breakfast and free street parking, near the train station.
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Casa dei nonni is a family-run bed and breakfast located in the Pra’ district of Genoa, about 2 km from Pegli Beach and just a short walk from Genova Pra’ train station.
The property offers three room types, all with private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen TV and coffee machine: from the Double/Twin Room to the more spacious Triple Room, designed for families or small groups. Several rooms offer sea views and city views, a detail that makes the stay particularly pleasant for those looking for a base with panoramic outlook.
Every morning an Italian breakfast is served, while among the general facilities are a common lounge with TV area, luggage storage and the possibility of cycling in the surrounding area. The area is well connected: Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 4 km away, while the historic centre and the Genoa Aquarium are around ten kilometres away. A solution suited to those who want to experience Genoa without giving up the calm of a residential seaside neighbourhood.
The rooms at Casa dei nonni share an essential and functional set of amenities: private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer, air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen TV and coffee machine, plus a view that in every room type offers glimpses of the sea and the surrounding city.
The range includes three options designed for different needs: the Double/Twin Room, more compact and versatile thanks to alternative bed layouts; the Triple Room, the largest at 33 sqm, ideal for families or groups of three; and the Double/Twin Room with Kitchenette, which stands out for its equipped kitchen with fridge, microwave and hob, perfect for those wanting more independence during their stay. Each room also has a living area and a power outlet near the bed, details designed for guests’ everyday comfort.
The most compact of the available rooms, with 18 sqm of space and views of both the sea and the city. The bed layout is flexible, with a choice between a large double bed or two separate single beds, ideal for couples or friends travelling together. Private bathroom with bidet and shower, air conditioning and flat-screen TV round out a practical solution for a short stay.
At 33 sqm this is the largest room in the property, almost double the size of the other two room types, designed for families or groups of three. The bed layout can be configured in two ways, with up to four single beds or a combination of a double bed and single beds. Private bathroom, air conditioning and sea and city views complete this spacious option.
The only room in the property equipped with a full kitchenette featuring a fridge, microwave and hob, ideal for those wanting more independence during their stay. At 20 sqm it offers more space than the same room type without a kitchen, plus a private bathroom, air conditioning and sea and city views.
Casa dei nonni offers guests a common lounge with TV area, an ideal space to relax or socialise during the stay, along with luggage storage and private check-in and check-out that allow greater flexibility with arrival and departure times.
Among the general facilities are daily housekeeping, key access and the option to request babysitting service, useful for families travelling with children. The property is entirely non-smoking and has heating and air conditioning throughout.
For those who enjoy getting around independently, cycling, hiking, horse riding and scuba diving are all available nearby, while street parking is available at no extra cost. Italian breakfast is served every morning, with a special diet menu available on request and the option of breakfast in the room.
Casa dei nonni is located in the Pra’ district, in the western area of Genoa, a residential area close to the sea that retains a quiet character compared to the city centre. The neighbourhood is served by several restaurants just metres from the property, such as Il Nuovo Tucano and Savio Prà, both about 50 metres away, as well as bars for an aperitif along the promenade towards Pegli.
Genova Pra’ train station is just 150 metres away, a convenient link for reaching Genoa’s historic centre in a few minutes by train. Pegli Beach is about 1.7 km away, while Genoa-Sestri Airport is 2.8 km away. The main attractions of the city centre, such as the Genoa Aquarium and Palazzo Ducale, are about 11 km away, reachable by car or public transport.
In the immediate surroundings you can visit historic sites such as the Castelluccio di Pra’, 750 metres away, and several historic Ligurian villas, including Villa Negrone della Loggia and Villa Durazzo Pallavicini. In summer the proximity to the sea allows you to alternate between swimming at the beach and cycling along the coast, while all year round the neighbourhood is a good base for excursions towards the Passo del Turchino, about 8 km away, and the hills of the Genoa hinterland, ideal for those seeking views different from the city.
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Guests especially praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.6, and the cleanliness of the premises, at 9.4. Room comfort is also highly appreciated. Value for money remains solid, while WiFi receives the lowest score among the categories.
No, Casa dei nonni does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Casa dei nonni offers free street parking near the property.
Yes, Casa dei nonni includes an Italian breakfast served every morning, with a special diet menu available on request.
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Casa dei nonni is just 150 metres from Genova Pra’ train station, convenient for reaching the city centre by train.
Yes, all rooms at Casa dei nonni offer sea and city views, as well as a private bathroom and air conditioning.
Yes, Casa dei nonni offers a 33 sqm triple room suitable for families or small groups, with the option to request babysitting service.
