Historic guest house in the heart of Genoa's old town, with air-conditioned, allergy-free rooms, just steps from Palazzo Ducale and the De Ferrari metro station.
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Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca is a guest house in Genoa’s historic centre, just steps from Palazzo Ducale, San Lorenzo Square and Piazza De Ferrari. Housed in a historic building in Piazza Pollaiuoli, it offers air-conditioned, soundproofed rooms and suites that are entirely allergy-free, designed for those who want to experience the city centre without giving up peace and quiet.
The accommodations include double rooms and larger suites with a separate living area, some equipped with a kitchenette with fridge and utensils. Every unit has a private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, a coffee machine and tea set, while the upper suites add a minibar and TV with streaming services. The property suits couples in particular, who especially appreciate its location, as well as those visiting Genoa’s landmark sights such as the Aquarium, Porta Soprana and Palazzo Rosso, all reachable on foot within minutes.
The area is lively with bars and trattorias just steps from the entrance, while the De Ferrari metro station is about 200 metres away, convenient for getting around the city or reaching the old port and the beaches of Punta Vagno and Boccadasse.
The accommodations at Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca are split between the more compact Camera Deluxe and three different Suite Deluxe options with a separate living area, all set within a historic building in the city centre. Every unit is equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, a private bathroom with toiletries and a coffee machine, elements designed for a comfortable stay in the pedestrian heart of the city.
The suites offer more space, with an independent lounge area and a sofa bed that allows for up to four guests, plus a view of the city or an inner courtyard depending on the type. One of the suites, the most complete, also has a kitchenette with fridge and utensils, a minibar and TV with streaming services, making it the best option for longer stays or those travelling in a group.
Suite with a fireplace, the true distinguishing feature among the three suites available. The living area is separate from the bedroom, the bathroom has a walk-in shower and toiletries, and the view opens onto the city. Equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and a tea and coffee set.
The smallest and cosiest of the available room types, designed for couples. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer, with a courtyard view and a welcome touch: chocolates in the room at check-in.
Suite with separate living area and bedroom, slightly smaller than its 35 sqm counterpart but with the same layout: lounge area, desk and city view. The bathroom features a walk-in shower and toiletries.
The only suite with its own kitchen, complete with hob, fridge and utensils, ideal for those who want to prepare their own meals. It also adds a minibar and a flat-screen TV with streaming services, along with the usual city view.
Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca focuses on a formula designed for comfortable stays in the historic centre: all rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, hairdryer and bed linen provided. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, along with solutions designed for allergy sufferers.
General services include luggage storage, private or express check-in and check-out, self-service key access and the possibility of requesting bowls and baskets for pets, allowed upon request. A paid airport shuttle is also arranged for Genoa-Sestri Airport, convenient for those arriving or departing by plane.
For meals, the property offers an on-site café and the option of having breakfast directly in the room, with a kettle and coffee machine available. Parking is guaranteed via a garage, useful given the restrictions of Genoa’s historic centre.
Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca is located in Piazza Pollaiuoli, in the beating heart of Genoa’s historic centre, just metres from the maze of caruggi that characterises this part of the city. The area is steeped in history: within a few dozen metres you’ll find the Church of Gesù, Palazzo Spinola Serra and Palazzo Ducale, while Piazza De Ferrari, the city’s main square, is about 140 metres away.
Getting around is made easy by the nearby metro: De Ferrari station is 200 metres away and Sarzano/Sant’Agostino is 250 metres away, while Portello and Brignole train stations can be reached within a few minutes. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5-11 km away and is connected by a paid shuttle arranged by the property. The nearest beaches, such as Punta Vagno, are about 1.9 km away, while Boccadasse is 3.8 km away.
Guests staying here can walk to the Aquarium of Genoa, about 550 metres away, and Porta Soprana, 200 metres away, the city’s medieval landmark near Columbus’s house. Also worth a visit is a walk to Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, both half a kilometre away, along the central Via Garibaldi. In summer, the proximity to the old port makes it easy to reach the seafront, while in every season the alleys of the centre offer traditional trattorias such as Lo Scorretto, just steps from the property’s entrance.
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Reviews particularly praise the central location, rated 9.2, and the staff, appreciated with a score of 8.8. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while services and value for money are more average, without affecting the overall positive judgement.
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Yes, Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca accepts pets upon request, with a possible additional charge.
Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca offers garage parking, not free of charge, useful given its location in Genoa’s historic centre.
Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca is already located in Genoa’s historic centre, just metres from Palazzo Ducale and Piazza De Ferrari.
Yes, Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca is an entirely allergy-free property, also designed for sensitive guests.
Yes, Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca arranges a paid airport shuttle to Genoa-Sestri Airport.
Charming Genova | Residenza d’epoca accepts cash payments only.
