Guest house in the historic heart of Genoa, in a seventeenth-century building just steps from Piazza De Ferrari, with air-conditioned rooms and an excellent position for exploring the city centre on foot.
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Chiossone Suites is a guest house set in a seventeenth-century building in the historic centre of Genoa, just steps from Palazzo Ducale and Piazza De Ferrari.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and connected to free WiFi, combine modern interiors with parquet floors, flat-screen TVs and a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries; some room types also offer a sitting area, minibar or bathtub with hydromassage, suitable for both short stays as a couple and small groups or families.
The property is a few minutes’ walk from the main monuments of Genoa’s historic centre, from the De Ferrari metro station and from Principe and Brignole railway stations, while the Genoa Aquarium can be reached in around ten minutes by car. It is a practical option for those who want to get around without a car among alleys, historic buildings and traditional venues, taking advantage of the proximity to restaurants, cafés and shops in the heart of the city.
The five room types at Chiossone Suites range from the compact 12 sqm Double Room, designed for two people, up to the spacious 30 sqm Two-Level Quadruple Room and the Junior Suite with Hydromassage Bathtub, which offers a separate living area and a bathroom with a dedicated tub. All rooms come with a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities; most also feature air conditioning and a coffee machine.
Those looking for more space can opt for the 33 sqm Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom or the Junior Suite, both designed for groups of up to four people, while the classic double rooms remain the best choice for a couple’s stay in the heart of the old town. Several room types offer views of a quiet street, a detail appreciated by those staying in the historic centre.
Spread over two levels, this is the largest of the Chiossone Suites rooms at 30 sqm and can accommodate up to four people. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, bidet, toiletries and hairdryer, while the separate sitting area and view of a quiet street make it suitable for families or small groups looking for more space.
This is the most compact room type in the property, designed for an essential couple’s stay in the historic centre. It features a sitting area, private bathroom with shower and toiletries, heating and tea and coffee making facilities, without air conditioning unlike other rooms in the guest house.
Compared to the standard Double Room, this classic version adds a minibar and air conditioning, while keeping a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. It overlooks a quiet street and is suitable for those who want a few extra comforts without giving up a compact size.
The only room in the property with a hydromassage bathtub, this junior suite consists of a separate living area, bedroom and dedicated bathroom with toiletries. With its 28 sqm and layout across distinct spaces, it is the best choice for those seeking privacy and relaxation, even in groups of up to four people.
At 33 sqm, this is the largest room at Chiossone Suites, designed for families or groups of up to four people. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and toiletries, while the sitting area, wardrobe and view of a quiet street complete an accommodation designed for stays with more space available.
Chiossone Suites offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom equipped with complimentary toiletries, hairdryer and bidet; several rooms also have a living area and an electrical outlet near the bed. General facilities include a lift, safe, key access, heating and allergy-free rooms, as well as the availability of family and non-smoking rooms.
On the dining front, the property offers an on-site café, breakfast in the room on request, fruit and wine or champagne on request. There is also plenty on offer for leisure time: a common lounge with a TV area, live sports broadcasts, movie nights, cooking classes and walking tours organised by the property.
Pets are welcome at no extra charge, a detail that makes Chiossone Suites a practical choice for those travelling with their dog or cat in the heart of Genoa.
Chiossone Suites occupies a historic seventeenth-century building in the heart of Genoa’s historic centre, one of the largest medieval old towns in Europe, among alleys, workshops and ancient churches. The area around Via David Chiossone is lively with cafés and restaurants, with places like Palazzo Imperiale and the Church of San Matteo just a few dozen metres from the property.
Getting around is easy even without a car: the De Ferrari metro station is about 200 metres away, while Principe and Brignole railway stations are just a few minutes away on foot or by metro. Piazza De Ferrari, the beating heart of the city, is 200 metres away, and the Genoa Aquarium can be reached in around ten minutes by car or with a walk along the old port. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5 km away.
Those staying here can spend their days visiting Palazzo Ducale, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, all part of the famous Palazzi dei Rolli, or head up to the Spianata di Castelletto for a panoramic view over the city and the port. In summer, the beaches of Boccadasse and Vernazzola, about 4 km away, offer a seaside alternative just a few minutes from the centre, while in every season the Galata Maritime Museum and Castello D’Albertis tell the story of the city’s maritime and colonial history.
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Guests particularly praise the very central location, rated 9.2, appreciated especially by couples. Cleanliness, comfort and value for money also receive good scores, while general facilities receive a somewhat lower score compared to other aspects of the property.
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Yes, Chiossone Suites accepts pets with no additional surcharge.
No, Chiossone Suites does not offer parking, as it is located in the fully pedestrian historic centre of Genoa.
The minimum age required by Chiossone Suites for check-in is 18 years old.
Chiossone Suites is about 500 metres from the Genoa Aquarium, also reachable in around ten minutes on foot or by car.
Yes, Chiossone Suites offers free WiFi connection in all rooms.
Chiossone Suites offers five room types, from the 12 sqm Double Room to the Two-Level Quadruple Room and the Junior Suite with Hydromassage Bathtub, all with a private bathroom.
