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Your stay — Il Genovino
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The Property — Il Genovino
Il Genovino is a small three-star in Genoa's old town, all exposed brick and vaulted ceilings inside a 16th-century palazzo. The lobby smells of coffee and old stone, and the staff are efficient and direct. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be minutes from the port and the aquarium, not those after frills or a view.
Chronicles of Genoa
Genoa was a maritime republic from the 11th century, rivaling Venice for Mediterranean trade. Its narrow caruggi (alleys) and grand Palazzi dei Rolli (UNESCO-listed) date from that golden age of banking and shipbuilding. The city declined after the 16th century but revived as a major industrial port, now pivoting to cruise tourism and culture. Modern Genoa is gritty, proud, and fiercely local, where the dialect is still spoken in markets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Genoa guide →Best months
May, June, and September offer 22–26°C highs, low humidity, and thinner crowds than July and August.
Peak / festival surge
August is the hottest and busiest month, with average highs of 28°C and frequent humidity. The Ferragosto holiday (15 August) drives up hotel prices 30–50% as Italians flock to the coast. The Genoa Boat Show in September also spikes prices.
Budget shoulder season
April and October give you 16–20°C, cheaper rooms, and easier access to attractions. Crowds vanish and the city breathes.
Weather & packing
Genoa's microclimate traps humidity behind its hills, making summer afternoons sticky and prone to sudden thunderstorms. Pack a light rain jacket, breathable linen, and closed-toe shoes for the steep caruggi cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Genoa
- The Staglieno cemetery (a major sculpture attraction) now requires online booking for guided tours after 2025 overcrowding. Book ahead for July.
- Genoa's new waterfront pedestrian bridge, connecting the Old Port to the Galata Maritime Museum, opened in late 2025 and is fully accessible.
- The Genoa metro extension to Rivarolo is delayed again; expect surface disruption on Via C. Felice but no change to Line 1 service to Brignole station.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Genovino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) for reduced street noise from the busy Via XX Settembre. Consider a room facing the internal courtyard for a quieter experience.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first 3 floors, as they are closer to the service entrance and may be noisier. Additionally, rooms near the lift may experience noise from the elevator mechanism.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Via XX Settembre doesn't offer stunning views. However, rooms on higher floors facing the internal courtyard may have a glimpse of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
Floods 6-10 are likely to be quieter due to their distance from the street and service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for occasional noise from the lift and service entrance, especially in the mornings and afternoons.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, consider parking at the nearby Piazza de Ferrari or Piazza Corvetto, as on-street parking options can be limited. 2. Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may get busy during peak travel seasons.
- 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 — Il Genovino
free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, but some stairs-only sections in historic building
complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader app
check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 12:00 next day (€20 fee)
available for a fee of €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, some structural limitations in historic building
on-site parking available for €25 per night, nearest public car park is Piazza De Ferrari (€3 per hour), no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Francesco d'Albaro (414 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria del Prato (463 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Teresa del Bambin Gesù (576 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa del Santissimo Sacramento (736 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mercato Corso Sardegna — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Giardini Antonino Casu — 245 m · ~3 min walk
Casa del Mutilato di Genova - Fondazione A.N.M.I.G. — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Teatro Garage — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Giardini Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa — 362 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Martelli — 284 m · ~4 min walk
Carrefour Express — 167 m · ~2 min walk
Martinez — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
Travellers can exchange currency at banks, post offices and currency exchange offices in the city centre. Be aware that airport bureaux de change and tourist offices often have poor exchange rates.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Genoa, including contactless payments. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also common in many shops and restaurants.
Tipping in Genoa is generally not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 euros for good service is appreciated. For taxis, it's common to round up the fare to the nearest euro or leave 1-2 euros.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee option is a caffè espresso at a bar for around 1-2 euros.
A budget lunch option is a panino (sandwich) at a bar or a piadina (flatbread) from a street vendor for around 5-7 euros.
An affordable dinner option is a plate of trofie pasta or farinata (chickpea flatbread) at a trattoria for around 10-15 euros.
Street food options are available in the historic centre, particularly around the Piazza de Ferrari and the Porto Antico.
Coop and Conad are two budget supermarket chains with stores in the city centre.
High-street shopping can be found in the Via XX Settembre and Via San Lorenzo areas, while local markets like the Fiera di Genova offer affordable shopping options.
A single ticket on public transport costs 1.50 euros, while a day pass costs 5 euros. The cheapest way to get around from the airport is by bus (PAM 100) for around 7 euros.
Buy a Genoa Card, which grants free entry to many attractions and discounts on public transport.Use public transport instead of taxis to get around the city.Eat at local trattorias or osterie instead of touristy restaurants for a more authentic experience and lower prices.
Good to know — Genoa
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GenoaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Genoa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Il Genovino
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Martelli — 284 m · ~4 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 Il Genovino?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) for reduced street noise from the busy Via XX Settembre. Consider a room facing the internal courtyard for a quieter experience.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Genovino?
Avoid rooms on the first 3 floors, as they are closer to the service entrance and may be noisier. Additionally, rooms near the lift may experience noise from the elevator mechanism.
Is Il Genovino noisy?
Be prepared for occasional noise from the lift and service entrance, especially in the mornings and afternoons.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Genovino?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Via XX Settembre doesn't offer stunning views. However, rooms on higher floors facing the internal courtyard may have a glimpse of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Genovino?
1. If you're driving, consider parking at the nearby Piazza de Ferrari or Piazza Corvetto, as on-street parking options can be limited. 2. Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may get busy during peak travel seasons.
What time is check-in at Il Genovino?
Check-in at Il Genovino is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Genovino have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Genovino?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Genovino?
A budget lunch option is a panino (sandwich) at a bar or a piadina (flatbread) from a street vendor for around 5-7 euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Genovino?
A single ticket on public transport costs 1.50 euros, while a day pass costs 5 euros. The cheapest way to get around from the airport is by bus (PAM 100) for around 7 euros.
When is the best time to visit Genoa?
May, June, and September offer 22–26°C highs, low humidity, and thinner crowds than July and August.
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.