Your stay — Palazzo Grillo
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Hotel Facilities — Palazzo Grillo
free throughout, 1.5 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, but there's a staircase-only section in the historic wing
digital newsstand through PressReader; no physical papers; beware of uneven floorboards in the historical areas
15:00-22:00; early bag-drop available; late check-out until 13:00 for €50
available for a fee of €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entrance at the main gate; historic areas may have structural limitations
on-site valet parking €30 per night; nearest public car park: Piazza Acquaverde, €2.50 per hour; no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + incidental card hold of €50 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sala del Regno (120 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Donato (614 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Dawah Center (617 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Panoramica Chiostro dei Diaconi (758 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Area Commerciale "Ex mercato del pesce" — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Giardini di Babilonia — 580 m · ~7 min walk
Museo Emanuele Luzzati — 202 m · ~3 min walk
Teatro La Claque in Agorà — 659 m · ~8 min walk
area giochi porto antico — 162 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia Cavour — 158 m · ~2 min walk
Carrefour Express — 502 m · ~6 min walk
San Giorgio — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at banks or currency exchange offices in the city centre, but be aware that airport exchange bureaux often offer poor rates. Consider using an ATM for better rates.
Credit cards and contactless payments are widely accepted in the city, including in bars and restaurants, but some smaller shops might only accept cash.
Tipping in Italy is generally less than in the US, but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 Euros is considered polite for restaurant and bar staff. Taxi drivers do not expect tips, but rounding up the fare is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical espresso or cappuccino costs around 1-2 Euros at a bar, with a 'Caffè sospeso' (a 'suspended coffee' for those who cannot afford it) sometimes available for free.
A panino (sandwich) or a bowl of pasta at a local trattoria costs around 5-8 Euros.
A mid-range restaurant meal costs around 15-25 Euros for a main course.
You can find street food in the Mercato Orientale, near the port, offering fresh seafood and local snacks.
Local supermarkets like Conad and Carrefour have branches in the area, offering a range of products at competitive prices.
You can find affordable shopping at local markets like the Mercato Orientale or at high-street chains like H&M, which have a presence in the city.
A single ticket for public transportation costs around 1.50 Euros, or you can buy a day pass for 5 Euros. From the airport, take bus number 100 to Piazza Principe, then transfer to the metro or a local bus to reach Piazza delle Vigne.
Buy a rechargeable public transportation card, avoid eating at touristy restaurants, and consider shopping at local markets for fresh produce.
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Your arrival at Palazzo Grillo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 261 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Cavour — 158 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Palazzo Grillo?
Check-in at Palazzo Grillo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palazzo Grillo have Wi-Fi?
free throughout, 1.5 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palazzo Grillo?
€4.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Palazzo Grillo?
A panino (sandwich) or a bowl of pasta at a local trattoria costs around 5-8 Euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palazzo Grillo?
A single ticket for public transportation costs around 1.50 Euros, or you can buy a day pass for 5 Euros. From the airport, take bus number 100 to Piazza Principe, then transfer to the metro or a local bus to reach Piazza delle Vigne.
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.