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Via Borgo degli Incrociati, 7, 16137 Genoa, Italy
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Il Borgo di Genova
Ranked #1 of 66 Genoa B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 80 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
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132 reviews 132 reviews
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158 helpful votes 158 helpful votes
“Stay here and enjoy local life.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011
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Giovanni and Alessandra's B & B is located very close to the railway station as well as buses, so it is easy to get to and get around. The B & B has certainly raised the profile of the local area and the residents should be proud to welcome newcomers to their area and enjoy the increase to their businesses.
The area where il Borgo is located is very safe. There is a Carrefour supermarket close by as well as pizza places. There are several small restaurants around and in the same street as the B & B. Giovanni will give you his recommendations. You can purchase bus tickets at two places near by - Giovanni will direct you to them.
The well polished (by Giovanni every morning) brass fittings to the entry door is an inkling of what lies behind that door. Giovanni will meet you at the door once you ring the door bell and will carry your baggage up the long and narrow staircase. The old building has been lovingly renovated by Giovanni and Alessandra. Alessandra even did the drawings on the tiles in the bathrooms. The rooms are small and very clean as are the bathrooms. The bedrooms could do with some better lighting. We stayed in the room right next to the breakfast room. The beds are very comfortable. There is a small desk and wardrobe in the room. Wifi is available if you need it.
Breakfast should be looked forward to because of the variety of foods and the wonderful coffee that Giovanni makes. Alessandra's cakes are excellent. Make sure you try the foccacia - it is a local speciality and very different to the dry and horrible bread that is passed off as foccacia in Australia.
You can walk through the pedestrian tunnel to get to the bus stand or to walk along the main street where there are lots of interesting shops and gelateria including Groms.
You can also take the bus from the main street outside the B & B to the Port area and then walk through the old town. It is also easy to visit nearby towns such as Camogli for the day by train and then go on to Portafino and Santa Margaretha.
We definately recommend this place to stay in Genova and hope that we see Giovanni and Alessandra when they visit Australia.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Delightful hosts & accomidation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2011 via mobile

Giovanni & Alessandra's knowledge of Genova is invaluable. Suggestions for restaurants with the local specialities were delicious.
The previous reviews are spot on- we enjoyed Giovanni's passion for his renovation work & Alessandra's cakes were delicious.
Highly recommend.

  • Stayed September 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Leidschendam, The Netherlands
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“good rooms and location, value for money”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2011
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This B&B is located in a narrow street, very near the railway and bus station. The street is narrow but clean and safe. When you enter the B&B, you have to climb a lot of stairs. There is 1 long staircase, which takes you straight up to the B&B. Giovanni will help you with your luggage. There are 4 rooms, and they are nicely decorated. The building is old but has been beautifully renovated by the owners. Because it is old, the walls are thick and so they can do without airco. They do have ceiling fans which provide a nice breeze without being noisy.
Beds are very comfortable and the rooms are very clean. Breakfast is nice and fresh, and there is plenty to eat. The owners, Giovannni and Alessandra, are very helpful and will give you all the information you need to know and useful tips about Genova and surroundings, in good English!
The city center (Via Garibaldi, where the museums are) and old harbour can be reached on foot, expect a 20-25 min walk. You can also take the bus.
A nice trip by train is to go to Nervi. It takes about 10-15 min by train. You can swim in the sea there and eat at one of the restaurants overlooking te sea.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
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“Friendly owners with amazing advice”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011

If you want to experience a truly welcoming time in Genoa then there is no better place to stay than Il Borgo di Genova. Alessandria is a true wonder and went to endless lengths to make our time well spent. She came to collect us from the train station (after we got lost), gave advice for restaurants (all turning out to be great) and top tips of where to visit. The whole place was immaculate, bathroom spotless and the breakfast was agreeable.

The B&B is a little out of the centre but we enjoyed the walk into town and we were next to the train station so transport was very easy.

A very pleasant stay and we wouldnt hesitate to recommend it to family and friends.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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“great B&B”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2011

Nothing is lied in the other recommendations. Perfect spot when you stay few days in Genua. Lovely rooms, very nice and helpful owners, perfect breakfast.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Via Borgo degli Incrociati, 7, 16137 Genoa, Italy
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