5-star hotel in a historic palace in the center of Genoa, with spa, restaurant and sea-view suites, a short walk from the old port.
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Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites is a 5-star hotel set in a period palace in the historic center of Genoa, 300 meters from the University and a short walk from the old port. The property combines the atmosphere of a historic residence with the services of an upscale hotel, with 24-hour reception, concierge service and room service.
The air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms are furnished with marble floors and equipped with a minibar, safe, coffee machine and satellite flat-screen TV; several room types offer sea views or a balcony, while the larger suites offer spaces of almost 100 square meters. Breakfast is served buffet-style, à la carte or continental, with options also available for gluten-free diets.
Among the shared facilities are a sauna, spa and wellness area with massages, and spaces for meetings and events. The central location makes it possible to reach the Genoa Aquarium, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Bianco on foot, making the hotel a practical choice for those who want to explore the old town without giving up the comfort of an exclusive stay. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5 km away.
The rooms at Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites range widely, from the 40 sqm Deluxe rooms to the nearly 100 sqm Executive Suites, all with marble floors, air conditioning, soundproofing, minibar, safe and a coffee machine for preparing tea and coffee in the room. A private bathroom with bathrobe is featured in every room type, while satellite flat-screen TVs complete the basic amenities shared throughout the property.
What makes the difference are the distinctive features of each option: some Deluxe rooms and the Suite Deluxe enjoy direct sea views, the largest Suite has a private balcony, and the Suite with bathtub offers a more relaxing alternative to a simple shower. The Junior Suite and the Suite Executive, both designed for families or small groups thanks to flexible bed configurations, further expand the options for those looking for more space in the heart of Genoa.
Double room with sea view and marble floor, the most compact among the sea-view room types in the property, ideal for a couple seeking a panoramic outlook without sacrificing space or quiet thanks to soundproofing.
At 62 sqm, it is almost double the size of the Deluxe sea-view room, and offers a view of the inner courtyard instead of the sea: a quieter and more spacious choice, with a flexible bed configuration between double and twin.
The Junior Suite is designed for families or small groups, with capacity for up to 6 people and a spacious 75 sqm sleeping area: the largest bed configuration among all the rooms in the property.
The most compact in the property, featuring disabled access: a practical and accessible option with a view of the inner courtyard, suited to those seeking simplicity without giving up the comfort of marble finishes.
Twin of the previous Superior room in terms of amenities and disabled access, with one square meter more: both share an inner courtyard view and an identical bed configuration, differing only in their position within the property.
Sea-view suite equipped with two satellite TVs, designed for up to 3 guests: the most flexible bed configuration among the sea-view suites, with enough space for a small group.
The only suite combining a private balcony with sea views, furnished with two large double beds: the ideal choice for those who want direct outdoor access from their own room.
The largest in the hotel at 98 sqm, connecting to the La Cappella Suite: equipped with two flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and sea views, it is the top-of-the-range option for those seeking the maximum available space.
Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites offers a range of services designed for a high-level stay: 24-hour reception, concierge service, private and express check-in and check-out, luggage storage and room service round out the welcome. There is also an extensive wellness area, with sauna, Turkish bath, spa facilities, massages and beauty treatments, plus a dedicated relaxation room.
For dining, the property offers an on-site restaurant, a bar, a coffee shop and the option of breakfast in the room, with menus also available for special diets on request. Family rooms and facilities accessible to guests with disabilities extend the range of guests who can stay comfortably.
Practical services include laundry, ironing, dry cleaning, bicycle rental, walking and cycling tours, as well as spaces for meetings and banquets. Security is ensured by closed-circuit cameras, magnetic key access and 24-hour surveillance.
Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites occupies a historic palace on Via Andrea Gramsci, in the heart of downtown Genoa, a short walk from the old port and the alleys of the historic center. The area is home to the main Rolli palaces, with buildings such as Palazzo Durazzo Pallavicini 150 meters away and Chiesa San Siro at the same distance, in an urban setting rich in Baroque architecture and pedestrian traffic.
The Darsena metro station is just 100 meters away, while Carbonara train station is 550 meters away: convenient connections for getting around the city without a car. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5 km away, while the University of Genoa is 300 meters away, making the hotel suitable for stays linked to academic events as well. The Genoa Aquarium is just 200 meters away, and the Galata Maritime Museum is 350 meters away.
Guests staying here can walk to Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi (350-400 meters), as well as Piazza San Lorenzo and Palazzo Ducale within a kilometer. In summer, the beaches of Boccadasse and Vernazzola, about 4.5 km away, offer an easily reachable seaside alternative, while in every season the historic center offers museums, churches and palaces to visit on foot in one of the most history-rich settings in Liguria.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, with a score of 9.7, and the cleanliness of the property, rated 9.6. Comfort also wins guests over, while the location, though central, receives the lowest score among the categories: 8.6.
Yes, Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge payable by the guest.
Yes, Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites offers free WiFi in all areas of the property.
Yes, Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites includes breakfast, available in continental, Italian, buffet and gluten-free versions.
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Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites offers a car park and valet parking service, generally for a fee, useful given its location in the historic center of Genoa.
Yes, Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites features a sauna, a Turkish bath, a relaxation room and offers spa services, massages and beauty treatments.
Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites is about 200 meters from the Genoa Aquarium, just a few minutes’ walk away.
