Charming Genova Residenza D'Epoca

Location: Piazza Pollaiuoli 8, Genoa, GE, 16123, Genoa, IT

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Riads

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival.

Amenities & Facilities

• Express check-out
• Electric car charging station
• Free WiFi
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Express check-out
• Smoke-free property
• Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
• Pool umbrellas
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• Access to nearby outdoor pool
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Electric car charging station
• Wheelchair-accessible van parking
• Food and water bowls

Rooms Available

• Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  377-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Relax - Fireplace; in-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Espresso maker and electric kettle

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet

  Practical - Sofa bed, iron/ironing board (on request), and mobile key entry

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Sofa bed
  • Espresso maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • No housekeeping
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile key entry

• Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

  377-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Layout - Separate living room

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with espresso maker and electric kettle

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet

  Practical - Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), and mobile key entry

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Espresso maker
  • Premium bedding
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Bedsheets provided
  • No housekeeping
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile key entry

• Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

  312-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Espresso maker and electric kettle

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet

  Practical - Sofa bed, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Sofa bed
  • Espresso maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Bedsheets provided
  • No housekeeping
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile key entry

• Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  1 King Bed

  151-sq-foot room with courtyard views

  
  

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Espresso maker and electric kettle

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet

  Practical - Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), and mobile key entry

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Espresso maker
  • Premium bedding
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Bedsheets provided
  • No housekeeping
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile key entry

Guest Reviews

• Ji (6/5): - They charge 20 euros for late check in after 7pm, which wasn't informed prior. Hotel location was very difficult to find with no signage.
• David (10/5): - Just a great place to stay
• Philip (10/5): - An amazing suite in a central location. Our host was so friendly and helpful. We will definitely return.
• Bianca (6/5): - Locatie was super, alles dichtbij. Nadeel was dat het avond en nacht erg rumoerig is door nabijgelegen cafés waardoor we woensdagnacht tot 3 uur wakker hebben gelegen. Verder is de service goed, vriendelijk verwelkomt en alles wat nodig is was aanwezig.
• Arne-Vetle (8/5): - Sentralt hotell, men egentlig ikke et hotell. En enkel gang deler 4 leiligheter/rom
• Davy (10/5): - L'accueil de Susanna ! merci
• Avvocato Emanuela (10/5): - Immobile storico ristrutturato e curatissimo negli interni in pieno centro storico. Disponibilità massima da parte di Susanna che ha reso il nostro soggiorno ancora più piacevole fornendo spunti per ogni attività. Servizio attento e camera elegante, super confortevole. Da non perdere!
• John (10/5): - Central and clean
• Derek (10/5): Best find in central Genova - The space is amazing. Bed is super comfortable. Best nights sleep I have had in ages. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming. I couldn’t recommend this place more. See you again on my next visit
• Rickard (10/5): - Fantastiskt trevliga människor som mötte mig när jag skulle checka in. Allt gick lätt och smidigt. Rummet var över förväntan och jag sov magiskt!
• Annalise (10/5): - Beautiful room in a very central area! Stayed for one night as a stopover and they provided pickup from the train station when I asked. I was also upgraded to a bigger room!
• keizo (2/5): - No elevator, had to carry suitcase up to floor. bitten by bed bugs, wasn't only me but also 2 other companions. very small door to get into the shower only slim person can. good location but over priced. wouldn't recommend
• Ngodup (8/5): - Susanna ist mit ihrem Mann, eine tolle Gastgeberin
• Christoph (10/5): Kurztrip nach Genua - Es war ein wunderschönes zimmer in einem Palazzo. Ich würde wieder dorthin gehen.
• Kamilla (10/5): Autentisk og centralt - Opholdet var fantastisk og værterne meget imødekommende. Et autentisk sted med lokale lige rundt om og alt det man gerne vil opleve i gå-afstand.
• Luana (8/5): - Das Check-in und -out hat super funktioniert. Die Gastgeberin war ausserdem sehr hilfsbereit und hat Restaurantvorschläge etc. gesendet. Negativ war einzig, dass die Unterkunft sehr hellhörig ist.
• Claes (8/5): Nice apartment right in the old city centre - The place is very well situated in the old town of Genoa and right on a small lively piazza which was full of people and lively in the evenings. Nothing that bothered us, on the contrary. Susanna who helped us check in was very friendly and communicated good and well in advance via WhatsApp. The apartment was well designed with a mix of old paintings and new furniture. The bed was good but the sofa bed was pretty hard for doubling as a bed. We were ok though. We only got one set of keys which made it hard for a family of four to go out separately. This I think they can easily solve.
• ronald (10/5): - The service of the personell was perfect. Responded quickly and friendly on our requests. Helped us in Many ways to make our stay and trips as easy and comfortable as possible. Many thanks
• George (10/5): Wonderful location in the heart of Genoa - Wonderful location in the heart of Genoa. Susanna was a great host and very responsive and helpful during our stay there. Our Suite was spacious and comfortable. Not a problem for us, but there are stairs to contend with and the door to the shower is very tight to access.
• Frank (10/5): Charming Genova Residenza D'Epoca - The owners of the apartment were very friendly and easy to deal with. A wonderful old apartment with high walls and a fine art painting under the ceiling. Very central in the old town in the city, close to shops, bars and restaurants.
• Anna (10/5): - Professionale accoglienza e disponibilità.
• Joel (10/5): - Loved it for the adventure and friendly staff. But it's not a typical hotel: Finding the unmarked entry and making sure we coordinated arrival with our hosts. But it worked out perfectly. It's really an old "inn." Plus there are a few flights of stairs. But it's location right in the center of everything walkable (but not loud and off the main street). (Not good for cars probably.)
• JUNYA (2/5): WORST HOTEL/BB IN GENOVA？ - SIMPLY RUBBISH!! CHARMING? WHAT CHARMING? EVERYTHING WAS SO DATED AND NOT CURRENT. STAIRS WERE NOISY, SOME LIGHT BULBS WERE DEAD AND NOT BEING REPLACED. SHOWER ROOM SMELL, COFFEE MACHINE WAS OUTSIDE THE ROOM WHICH DID NOT WORK PROPERLY, OUTSIDE THE PREMISES WERE VERY NOISY WITH BARS!! THIS PROPERTY WAS PROBABLY CONVERTED FROM THEIR SPARE HOUSE/ROOMS INTO A HOTEL LIKE ROOMS TO MAKE MONEY FOR THE OWNER BUT IT WAS SO CLEAR THAT THEY SPEND VERY LITTLE MONEY FOR CONVERSION. VALUE FOR MONEY? FAR FROM IT!! WILL NOT USE THIS POOR ACCOMODATION AGAIN EVEN IF IT IS FOR FREE!!　　 YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!
• Elisa (6/5): Bella ma rumorosa - Ottima accoglienza al nostro arrivo, ci sono stati dati anche consigli su ristoranti e attività da fare in città. La stanza è davvero affascinante con i suoi affreschi. La posizione è molto centrale. L’unico problema sono stati gli schiamazzi notturni provenienti dai bar sottostanti. Essendo un sabato sera la festa è andata avanti fino alle 4 di notte e non siamo riusciti a riposare serenamente. Peccato!
• ALAIN (6/5): - Tres bon accueil. Appartement pour une nuit Alentours bruyants surtoutla nuit, pas possible de fermer les volets, manque 1 lampe de chevet et aucun placard pour ranger les vêtements. De plus cet appartement est TOUTE L ANNEE en promotion. Le prix n'est pas adéquat aux prestations proposées
• Verified traveler (8/5): - We were just visiting for a night, the room we stayed in we paid around 1000 sek for 1 night which I believe to be a reasonable price for the room we had (Romantic doubleroom). The host couple were really nice and helpful, they gave a lot of reccomendations and there was also coffee and tea in the corridor. Location was also great. There is a little strange smell from the bathroom sometimes, but it was solved by just closing the bathroom door. Probably the pipes are just old (it is an old, historic building)
• Daniel (8/5): Génes plein centre - Accueil sympathique, emplacement idéal, cadre historique séjour agréable ... Des rideaux occultants seraient bienvenus !
• Kuno (10/5): Great time :-) - I had 2 great days. I was there for work and this was a perfect place, when you are tired of normal hotels. the location makes this place special. Room has what you need for relaxe and recover and prepaire for seing Cenoa.
• Stephanie (8/5): Une chambre d'hôte avec beaucoup de charme - Nous avons été accueillis très gentillement par nos hôtes qui nous ont guidés vers le parking et nous ont conseillé des adresses pour les repas. La chambre est située dans un immeuble magnifique et est très belle et confortable. Seul petit bémol, peut être un peu bruyant.
• Michele (10/5): Come da nome: Residenza di Charme - Bellissima residenza che unisce il fascino della storia con un comfort moderno. La camera si presenta con un soppalco zona letto molto abitabile e bellissimi affreschi ben conservati. Bagno pratico. Zona living in basso molto ampia e di bel design. Sono disponibili caffè e the ad ogni ora. Posizione centralissima a due passi da Palazzo Ducale.
• Sibylle (10/5): - Das Haus, in welchem sich das Zimmer befindet ist historisch sehr beeindruckend. Die Unterkunft befindet sich direkt im Zentrum der Altstadt, sodass man von dort aus die Stadt zu Fuss erkunden kann. Das Auto kann man in einem nahegelegenen öffentlichen Parkhaus parkieren. Die Gastgeberin war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.
• Jakob (6/5): - Die Unterkunft bietet keinen persönlichen Service. Wasser für Kaffeemascine und Teekocher nie erneuert; enge Treppe zum Bett und Badezimmer. Lage mitten im Zentrum sehr gut; Bar vor dem Zimmer laut.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Beautiful but not quite worth the price - The location is good - near groceries, restaurants, transportation, shopping, etc. There is no reception, so the host comes to meet you with the keys. He was quick to respond. The room looked beautiful. However the bathroom has been quite used. The shower drain wasn’t working well so we couldn’t take a shower for more than 5-10 mins without the risk of the floor being flooded. I guess it makes sense why the shower pressure was so low too. Our room had adjoining doors to the next room, which is ok, however there’s a big gap under the door and the large keyhole was taped up for privacy purposes. So we could hear the next room over quite clearly. Considering the price, the location is good, but perhaps some missing amenities/small touches. We only had really small tubes of soap (all in one shampoo conditioner and soap) for showering. There was no mini fridge. Overall it was an average stay with a room that looks beautiful on the surface, but the price didn’t feel justified.
• Paul (6/5): Property details need updating - For the right traveler this is a hidden gem, but it’s not the accommodation that is advertised nor what we were looking for when we booked. Take care booking though. There is no outdoor pool; there is a public lido at 850m away that would have cost us €48 per day. There is no nearby beach; the nearest being several km away and needing a car, train or bus. The owner has suggested that this is a translation problem that has been raised several times with hotels.com. As the client, I have no interest in who to blame; only that we did not get what we booked and reasonably expected. All that said, if you are looking for a small, characterful, interesting stay in the centre of Genoa then this could be for you. It’s convenient, clean, and a bit different to just another ‘chain’ hotel room
• Jane (10/5): Women travellers - book here. - Amazing stay, location is great, owners are lovely, clean rooms, bed is super comfy, shower is amazing… couldn’t of been better for a solo trip
• Lene (10/5): - The most perfect location and a beautiful apartment. Good communication and a nice welcome. We can highly recomment this place
• Ronald (6/5): Stay in Genoa - The place was in a nice location and the house is pretty, but there were several things listed/promised that were not here, like a TV with Netflix and premium channels. There was no pool that we could find within 300 meters, as listed, but there was one near the wharf. The communication with the host was great ti start but then when his assistant took over she brushed us off, was a little rude, and rushed out of the house before explaining anything to us. We had to call her a few times to get the wifi password. The table tops were dirty when we arrived as well.
• Claire (10/5): - Really lovely apartment! Great location and the owners are lovely :)
• Jasmin (10/5): Nice location - Luckily we got a room in Genoa even though it was a last minute booking. Nice room. Great location, you have great access to many restaurants and tourist attractions. Special mention to the wonderful hosts Susi and Anthonio. They were amazing and helpful. 👏😊 Highly recommend the place. 👍👍
• Saverio (10/5): - Un posto molto bello in pieno centro di Genova. Parcheggio poco lontano. Appartamento spazioso, palazzo del cinquecento affrescato. Unico piccolo neo la mancanza di un frigobar nella camera.
• theis (10/5): - Wunderfull apartment and a super host🙏
• Filip (6/5): - Geen plek voor zakelijk verblijf, zoals de beschrijving wel doet vermoeden. Moest een kleine 10 min lopen van de parkeer gelegenheid. Eigenaar erg aardig. Kamer best basic en bed niet heel lekker. Ziet er wel schattig uit. Voor koppels, best gehorig;)
• Michael (10/5): Solid Place - This stay met expectations. The room is very comfortable. The location is excellent and within walking distance to all major sites in Genova (the lighthouse is a bit long of a trek!). You are close to great restaurants and nightlife if that’s your thing. With that being said, the room is very private and quiet. Riccardo was an excellent host and very helpful finding parking and providing recommendations for local restaurants, sites, etc. Check in was a breeze. For those booking keep in mind the following: There is no breakfast available at the residence you stay at- Riccardo has worked out a discount at one of the close cafes (Cafe Douce) You can try to find street or self parking, but riccardo recommended the 24 hr Piccapietra parking lot. Very convenient, 5-7 min walk to the residence. Trade off is that it costs €22 a night to leave your car there. If you don’t want to do that, plan ahead.
• Laurent (10/5): - Un court week-end à Gènes , rendu très agréable grâce à la gentillesse de Ricardo qui , nous a Loué cette très jolie chambre dans un palazzo en plein cœur de la vieÎle ville ! Propreté irréprochable 😀
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Ricardo was very welcomng and grqciously accommodated my early arrival. The room is a fully modern one in an ancient building with stone steps and classic acrchitectural touches still in place. And steps from Piazza San Lorenzo, the harbour, and several Metro stops. Cafes, art shops, narrow local lanes all within steps. Ideal location. Walkable from the cruise port and two main strain stations.
• Kara (10/5): - Nice, clean room. We stayed one night, as we were passing through. Great frescos on the walls and ceilings. I was a little concerned with check in, as we were arriving a little late, but all went as planned... no problems at all.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Nulla di speciale, molto piccola per qualità/prezzo e un gran vociare la notte al piano superiore !
• christian (8/5): Charmant hotel, ideaal voor 2 mensen - Het is ontzettend leuk en charmant om in zo'n leuke kamer te mogen verblijven. Het is ook heerlijk in het centrum. Overal dichtbij. Riccardo is een goed gastheer die je van tevoren al opbelt om je naar de juiste parkeer garage te begeleiden. Wij waren er met een gezin (2 volwassenen en 2 tieners) en dat is dan wel een beetje krap. Het is geen echt hotel maar het is ook niet echt een appartement. Voor 2 volwassenen is het een aanrader. Er is een goede airco. Er was wel op zaterdag tot diep in de nacht lawaai van uitgaanspubliek. Wat wij mistten was een klein koelkastje in de kamer. en dat er geen mogelijkheid voor ontbijt ter plekke was. Riccardo heeft een deal met een terras op het plein verderop. Je mag daar met korting ontbijten. Heel leuk eigenlijk...
• Andy (8/5): - Ricardo met us and helped us find parking and escorted us personally to our room. The room was beautiful and full of character and historic charm. The location is in the heart of Genova and walking distance to many attractions. No need for a car to enjoy a large part of the city. The bed was comfortable and you had a gorgeous view of the ceiling mural. The space itself is small , but enough room for 2 for a short stay. We were a little disappointed with the lack of amenities. The coffee machine, which was shared by all the guests, did not have enough pods and they were not replenished. There was no complimentary breakfast offered, only a recommendation to a cafe that supposedly had an agreement with the owner. No special deal was given to us by them and they were quite rude. There are however many other places nearby to dine. As a caveat, if you're unaware of the Italian breakfast, don't expect eggs, bacon and hashbrowns. Overall, it is a great place to explore Genova and Ricardo did a nice job of communicating with us and suggesting things to do and see.
• Antonio (10/5): - Abbiamo soggiornato in questa splendida struttura "suggeriti-indirizzati" da un caro amico americano, esperto in residenze di lusso. Le aspettative ampiamente rispettate: localizzazione splendida, interno sapientemente restaurato. Quel qualcosa "di più", assai difficile da trovare nella asetticità di un comune Hotel!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - This was a lovely place to stay that has been nicely updated. It is in an absolutely ideal location, walking distance to most tourist attractions in Genoa, and right in the heart of the old part of Genoa. We absolutely loved it and would definitely stay here again. Please note, if you haven’t been to Genoa before it can be tricky to find. Even though it’s only a block or so from Piazza de Ferrari, it’s hidden away in a tiny plaza in an unmarked building. To access, you need to be able to call the owner. Our phones weren’t working in Italy but fortunately, people were extremely helpful, and a woman who saw our bewildered looks, called the owner for us.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Posizione eccellente, buona anche la pulizia. Nella camera scelta (la più piccola della struttura ) mancano la tv, il tappetino doccia (che è scivolosa) e la tenda della doccia. Il detergente intimo era allungato con acqua
• Michael (6/5): Decent but not high end. - Make sure you can handle steps as four flights are required to get to the rooms. Watch your head in the bathroom if over six feet or you will clip the beam. Walls not soundproof.
• Hanna (10/5): Charming in Genova, La Superba - This place has an exellent location right on the best side of the centro storico di Genova, a short way to both port, small alleys, Piazza de Ferrari, via Garibaldi, via XX Settembre... you name it. The room had a super nice modern italian design in a historic frame, with f.ex. fresco in the ceiling and carefully restaured original wooden floor. It really is as nice as it looks in the pictures. We were a family with two teenagers staying here (4 persons in total) - the room with mezzanino worked well for us. With small children I wouldn’t dare to stay here because of the railing with large openings, but this is clear when you look at the pictures :-) Riccardo who is running this place was super simpatico and helpful and we got all the information we needed for the stay. I would definately return to this place!

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