Guest house in Genoa's historic centre, among the Rolli palazzi and caruggi alleyways, with a shared kitchen, free WiFi and simple rooms just steps from the metro.
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Leone X Genova Affittacamere is a guest house in Genoa’s historic centre, about 500 metres from Palazzo Doria Tursi and the Rolli palazzi, a UNESCO World Heritage site of the city.
The property offers three room types, from the Deluxe with an external private bathroom and bathtub to the simpler Economy and Superior rooms with shared bathroom, all equipped with a kitchen, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, refrigerator, coffee machine and provided bed and bath linen. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen and free WiFi, convenient for both leisure and business stays in Genoa.
The location is convenient for exploring the historic centre on foot, with the old port and the Genoa Aquarium about 900 metres away and the train station and metro lines reachable within a few minutes. The guest house is suited to those looking for an affordable and informal solution, without on-site dining services but with everything needed for daily self-catering during the stay.
The rooms at Leone X Genova Affittacamere are spread across three types, designed for groups, families and couples looking for a practical solution in central Genoa. Sizes range from 18 to 25 square metres and maximum occupancy varies from two to four people, with the possibility of hosting up to five people in the largest configuration.
Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, refrigerator, coffee machine, bidet and desk, as well as included sheets and towels. The Deluxe Room stands out for its external private bathroom with bathtub and a view, while the Economy and Superior rooms share a bathroom but offer access to the shared kitchen, ideal for those who want to prepare meals independently during their stay in Genoa.
The largest room in the property, at 25 square metres, and the only one with an external private bathroom with bathtub. It also offers a view and an independent entrance, plus a sofa bed that allows it to host up to four people. The living area with flat-screen TV and the small kitchen complete a more private solution compared to the other rooms in the property.
The most compact and most affordable room type in the guest house, designed for two people. The bathroom is shared, with shower and bidet, while access to the shared kitchen allows guests to prepare meals independently. It is the most suitable option for those looking for a simple stay in central Genoa without giving up a private entrance.
Larger than the Economy Room and able to host up to four people thanks to the two single beds combined with an extra-large double bed. It features a dining area, sofa and tiled flooring, with a shared bathroom and access to the shared kitchen for those travelling in groups.
Leone X Genova Affittacamere focuses on practical amenities designed for self-catering stays in the heart of Genoa. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as is the flat-screen TV with satellite channels, radio and internet connection in the room.
Guests can make use of a shared kitchen complete with hob, refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle and kitchen utensils, as well as a dining table and an on-site coffee corner with a kettle for tea and a coffee machine. Housekeeping is provided daily and the property is entirely non-smoking, with key access, CCTV cameras in the common and outdoor areas, and a smoke alarm for guests’ safety. Family rooms are also available for those travelling in groups.
Leone X Genova Affittacamere is located on Corso Niccolò Paganini, in the Portoria district, just steps from the busy Corso Buenos Aires area and Genoa’s historic centre. The area is residential and well served, with bars and restaurants such as Lo Spuntino and Pizzeria Lupin just steps from the entrance, and the distinctive Spianata Castelletto, a panoramic terrace overlooking the city, reachable in about 400 metres.
Genova Brignole train station is a short distance away, while the Darsena and San Giorgio metro stations are 750 and 900 metres away respectively, convenient for getting to the old port and the historic centre. Genoa-Sestri Airport is reachable in about 11 km, while the Port of Genoa is about 7.2 km away. Within a 500-600 metre radius are numerous historic Genoese palazzi, including Palazzo Doria Tursi, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Podestà, testimony to the era of the Rolli.
Those staying here can spend a day visiting the Genoa Aquarium, about 900 metres away, or stroll through the streets of the historic centre to Piazza De Ferrari and Palazzo Ducale, both less than a kilometre away. In summer the beaches of Boccadasse and Vernazzola, about 4 km away, offer a seaside break, while in every season the Castelletto district provides panoramic views over the city and the port. For those travelling by car, the historic centre is pedestrian and a restricted traffic zone (ZTL), so it is best to leave the car in peripheral car parks and get around on foot or by metro.
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Reviews describe Leone X Genova Affittacamere as a simple and affordable option, appreciated above all for its central location and value for money. Cleanliness and comfort receive average ratings, while the staff is generally described as helpful, although without reaching high scores for services and WiFi.
No, Leone X Genova Affittacamere does not allow pets during the stay.
Check-in at Leone X Genova Affittacamere is possible from 15:00 to 19:00; late check-in is also available from 22:00 to 23:00 for a supplement of EUR 20, subject to approval.
Leone X Genova Affittacamere does not have on-site private parking.
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Yes, Leone X Genova Affittacamere offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Yes, Leone X Genova Affittacamere provides guests with a shared kitchen complete with hob, refrigerator, microwave and kitchen utensils.
From Leone X Genova Affittacamere, Palazzo Doria Tursi is about 500 metres away, the Genoa Aquarium is 900 metres away and Piazza De Ferrari is about 950 metres away, all comfortably reachable on foot.
