Non-smoking guest house in the San Martino district of Genoa, a short walk from Brignole station and the eastern beaches, with air-conditioned rooms and city views.
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Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino is an entirely non-smoking extra-hotel property located in the San Martino district, about 1.5 km from Genoa Brignole station.
The rooms, simple but functional, all feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a wardrobe; some also offer a balcony with city views. The bathroom setup varies from room to room: some units have a private bathroom with shower and bidet, while others share facilities with a common shower, a solution suited to those seeking an essential, informal stay in Genoa.
The location in San Martino is particularly appreciated by couples, who rated it 8.7 for a trip for two: the area offers quick access to the beaches of Boccadasse and San Nazaro, the neighbourhood’s bars and restaurants, and connections to the historic centre, where Porta Soprana and Palazzo Ducale are just minutes away. The guest house is designed for those wanting an affordable and convenient base, away from the tourist traffic of the centre but still well connected.
Roby’s Rooms offers three room types, all equipped with air conditioning, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, designed for practical stays in the San Martino district. Sizes range from 10 to 15 square metres and each unit can accommodate up to two guests, with single beds or large double beds depending on the type chosen.
What mainly differentiates the rooms is the bathroom arrangement: only the Double Room with Private Bathroom offers private facilities with shower and bidet, while the other two room types share a common bathroom. Some rooms also have a balcony with city views, a detail that adds breathing space to the more compact rooms. Overall, the range covers different needs, from the more budget-friendly room with single beds to the greater privacy of the double room with its own bathroom.
The most compact of the three room types, at 10 sqm with two separate single beds, ideal for couples travelling without sharing the same bed. It features a balcony with city views, air conditioning and a wardrobe, while the shower bathroom is shared with other rooms.
This is the only room in the property with a private bathroom, complete with shower and bidet, plus heating and city views. With its 13 sqm and large double bed, it is the most suitable choice for those seeking more privacy than the other options.
This is the largest room in the property, at 15 sqm, with heating and a flat-screen TV, but unlike the double room with private bathroom, here the shower and bidet facilities are shared with other rooms: a roomier solution for those without the need for a private bathroom.
Roby’s Rooms is an entirely non-smoking property, with air conditioning in all rooms and centralised heating, as well as an elevator that makes access to the floors easier. Each room comes with a wardrobe or closet, a useful detail for multi-day stays.
The bathrooms have all the essentials: toilet paper, towels, hairdryer, shower and, in some units, a bidet. On the technology side, all rooms have a flat-screen TV, a simple but appreciated comfort for those wanting to relax after a day out in Genoa.
The property focuses on a straightforward, no-frills offering, with non-smoking rooms as standard and services designed for everyday functionality rather than luxury, in line with its character as a neighbourhood guest house.
Roby’s Rooms is located in the San Martino district, a residential area of Genoa to the east of the historic centre, characterised by quiet streets and a neighbourhood life made up of small bars and restaurants. Within 150 metres of the property you’ll find places such as Focaccia e, Hosuto and the bar Uno alla Volta per Carità, convenient for a quick breakfast or dinner without going far.
The location is well connected: Brignole station, one of Genoa’s main stations, is about 1.3-1.5 km away, while the Brignole metro stop is just 1.4 km away. The eastern beaches are equally close, with Spiaggia di San Nazaro at 1.6 km and Spiaggia di Punta Vagno at 1.7 km, both reachable on foot in about twenty minutes. Genoa-Sestri airport is about 8 km away.
Those staying here can easily alternate between sea and culture: the historic centre with Porta Soprana and Palazzo Ducale is just over 2.4-2.6 km away, while the Aquarium of Genoa is about 3.1 km away, convenient for a day visit. Nearby sites also include Villa Cambiaso Giustiniani, 500 metres away, and the Chiesa di Santa Maria del Prato, 750 metres away, for those who enjoy walking among less touristy spots. In summer, the proximity to the sea makes the area ideal as an informal seaside base, while in winter it remains convenient for quick trips into the city centre.
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Guests particularly praise staff helpfulness, rated 9.5, and room cleanliness, 9.1. Value for money and comfort also score well, while the location, especially appreciated by couples, sits at a solid 8.7.
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No, Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino does not allow pets during the stay.
Only the Double Room with Private Bathroom has a private bathroom with shower and bidet; the other two room types share a common bathroom with shower.
San Nazaro Beach is about 1.6 km from Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino, while Boccadasse Beach is about 1.8 km away.
No, Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino does not allow children, as stated in the property’s conditions.
Genoa Brignole station is about 1.5 km from Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino, a distance that can be covered on foot or with a short bus or metro ride.
Yes, Roby’s Rooms guest house in Genoa, San Martino is entirely non-smoking, both in the rooms and in the common areas.
