Your stay — Hotel Rex
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The Property — Hotel Rex
The Hotel Rex is a straightforward two-star property near Genova Brignole station, with a lobby that smells faintly of floor polish and espresso. The decor is functional – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a TV lounge with plastic plants. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, central base for exploring the old town and port, with no pretence of charm beyond honest value.
Chronicles of Genoa
Genoa was a powerful maritime republic from the 11th century, rivalling Venice for Mediterranean trade. Its historic core, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways (caruggi) lined with Romanesque churches and Renaissance palazzi, like the splendid Palazzo Ducale. The city declined in the 19th century but revived as Italy's busiest port, blending gritty industrial edges with a proud Ligurian identity. Today, it's a cultural crossroads, famous for pesto, focaccia, and the sprawling aquarium in the restored Old Port.
Best Time to Visit
Full Genoa guide →Best months
May and June for warm, sunny days and lower rainfall; September for the Pesto World Championship and manageable crowds.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak heat and crowds, driven by summer holidays and the Ferragosto festival (15 August). Hotel prices jump by 30-50% and rooms become scarce; many locals flee to the coast, leaving the city quieter but hotter.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer mild weather, fewer tourists, and hotel discounts of 20-40%. Perfect for sightseeing without queues, though expect occasional rain.
Weather & packing
Genoa's climate is Mediterranean but prone to sudden thunderstorms, especially in spring and autumn. Pack a light rain jacket (not an umbrella – the wind off the sea often breaks them) plus comfortable walking shoes for steep hills and cobblestones.
Live City Briefing — Genoa
- The new Genoa Metro extension to Brignole station opened in 2024, improving connections from the hotel to the city centre and port.
- Two new pedestrian zones were introduced in the old town (caruggi) in early 2025, reducing traffic noise near Piazza delle Feste.
- A major facelift of the Aquarium of Genoa's outdoor plaza is ongoing until autumn 2026, with some walkways closed – check the updated entrance route online before visiting.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Rex, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor, ideally at the rear of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still walkable if the lift is small or slow.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street should be avoided – narrow Genoese pavements mean passers-by and traffic noise will be very audible, especially with single-glazed windows common in 2-star hotels.
Best views
Probably a side street or courtyard view, as Genoa's old town centre (likely location given central address) offers limited vistas; higher floors may catch a glimpse of rooftops or the port.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are typically quietest, provided the lift motor isn't directly adjacent to rooms on those levels – check when booking.
🔊 Noise notes
Genoa's narrow streets can amplify motorbike and scooter noise until late evening; if the hotel is on a pedestrianised street, restaurant delivery trucks may arrive early morning.
Insider tips
1. Book directly and ask for a room at the back – street-side rooms here suffer from vespas echoing off the walls. 2. If arriving by car, note that Genoa's ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced – check with the hotel beforehand for the nearest safe parking garage.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Rex
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed is adequate for email and browsing; streaming may buffer. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
One small lift serves all four floors (including reception). No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader on lobby tablet. No physical newspapers. Building is a converted 19th-century palazzo, with original marble staircase and high painted ceilings in the breakfast room.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Luggage can be dropped from 09:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €25, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at the front desk for arriving/departing guests during reception hours (07:00–23:00).
Step-free entry from street via a small ramp. Lift to all floors but lift door width is 70 cm – standard wheelchair fits but powered wheelchairs may struggle. No adapted bathroom in standard rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Garage Genova (Via dei Giustiniani, 16), €25 per 24 hours. No EV charging on site. Street parking is limited paid (blue lines, €1.50/hr, 08:00–20:00).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night, levied by the municipality, not included in room rate
Deposit & card hold: Credit card pre-authorisation on booking. At check-in, a €50 incidental hold is placed on the card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Dame di Misericordia (264 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Antonio in Boccadasse (486 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Teresa del Bambin Gesù (663 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Abbazia di San Giuliano (727 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardini Attilio Viziano — 386 m · ~5 min walk
cinema teatro Instabile — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Giardini Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Poste — 675 m · ~8 min walk
Farmacia San Giorgio — 152 m · ~2 min walk
Carrefour Express — 145 m · ~2 min walk
Genova Sturla — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Genoa airport or major tourist spots like Piazza De Ferrari—they take a heavy cut.
Most sit-down restaurants, supermarkets, and shops accept contactless cards and mobile pay—only tiny cafés or market stalls insist on cash.
Rounding up or leaving 5–10% at restaurants if service isn't included; not expected for taxis (just round the fare) or hotel staff unless they carry bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter, about €1.10–1.50.
A focaccia or farinata from a baker's or a quick panini spot, around €5–7.
A mains at a trattoria or pizzeria, around €12–16.
The caruggi (narrow alleys) near the port have cheap slices of focaccia, farinata, and fried baccalà; also the old-town lanes around Piazza delle Erbe.
Conad, Coop, and Carrefour Express are all over the area around Via Garibaldi and Via XX Settembre.
OVS and Coin on Via XX Settembre for basics; the weekly market at Piazza Alimonda (till early afternoon) for cheap second-hand and clothes.
Single metro/urban bus ticket €1.50 (valid 100 minutes); a 24-hour pass is €4.50. From the airport, take the Volabus to Brignole station (€6) rather than a taxi (~€30–40).
Eat at the counter, not the table, to save a couple of euros on coffee and snacks. Buy water from supermarkets (€0.30) rather than tourist kiosks. Walk—the old city centre is compact and walkable, and you'll see far more.
Good to know — Genoa
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💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Genoa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Rex
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Poste — 675 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia San Giorgio — 152 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Brignole Metro Station (just outside hotel) → De Ferrari (city centre) / Principe (Genova Principe station)
💡 Buy a temporary ticket from the machine (coins/card). The metro is short but useful for avoiding hills. Validate your ticket before boarding.
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) → Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi (Piazza Giuseppe Verdi)
💡 Official white taxis have meters; expect €25-30. Avoid unlicensed drivers at arrivals. Pay cash or card.
Genova Sestri Ponente (take local train from airport bus connection) → Genova Brignole Station (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Skip this for airport transfer; use Volabus instead. Only useful if you're already at Sestri for some reason.
Genoa Airport (GOA) → Piazza Della Vittoria / Via Fanti d'Italia (then 5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Buy ticket from the machine in arrivals or from the driver (exact change). The stop at Piazza della Vittoria is a flat 500m walk to the hotel through the park.
About Genoa
Wikipedia ↗
Genoa is the sixth-largest city in Italy and the capital of the Italian region of Liguria. As of 2025, 565,301 people live within the city's administrative limits. While its metropolitan city has 818,629 inhabitants, more than 1.5 million people live in the wider metropolitan area stretching along t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Rex?
Request a room on the second or third floor, ideally at the rear of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still walkable if the lift is small or slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Rex?
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street should be avoided – narrow Genoese pavements mean passers-by and traffic noise will be very audible, especially with single-glazed windows common in 2-star hotels.
Is Hotel Rex noisy?
Genoa's narrow streets can amplify motorbike and scooter noise until late evening; if the hotel is on a pedestrianised street, restaurant delivery trucks may arrive early morning.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Rex?
Probably a side street or courtyard view, as Genoa's old town centre (likely location given central address) offers limited vistas; higher floors may catch a glimpse of rooftops or the port.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Rex?
1. Book directly and ask for a room at the back – street-side rooms here suffer from vespas echoing off the walls. 2. If arriving by car, note that Genoa's ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced – check with the hotel beforehand for the nearest safe parking garage.
What time is check-in at Hotel Rex?
Check-in at Hotel Rex is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Rex have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed is adequate for email and browsing; streaming may buffer. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Rex?
€3.00 per person per night, levied by the municipality, not included in room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Rex?
A focaccia or farinata from a baker's or a quick panini spot, around €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Rex?
Single metro/urban bus ticket €1.50 (valid 100 minutes); a 24-hour pass is €4.50. From the airport, take the Volabus to Brignole station (€6) rather than a taxi (~€30–40).
When is the best time to visit Genoa?
May and June for warm, sunny days and lower rainfall; September for the Pesto World Championship and manageable crowds.
Top Attractions in Genoa
💡 Climb the narrow stairs up the gate tower for a view east over the rooftops—it's free but the staircase can be tight, so go early to avoid queues.
💡 Take the public lift from Piazza Portello (€1.50) up to reach it in 2 minutes instead of climbing the steep steps. Best for sunrise—few tourists, more locals with dogs.
💡 Sit on the steps of the Galleria Mazzini arcade (left of the fountain) to people-watch. Free guided tours of the nearby Palazzo Ducale courtyard happen on some Wednesdays—ask at the tourist info desk inside.
💡 Take bus 31 from Piazza De Ferrari to Boccadasse (€1.50) or walk 30 minutes east along the coastal path. The best free spot is the viewpoint at the top of the steps after the church—sunset is stunning.
💡 The entrance fee is €5 for adults—free on the first Sunday of the month. Allow 1.5 hours. The insect room has a preserved giant tarantula that kids love.