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Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking

Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking

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The kitchenette with the ancient scale
Night view of the mezzanine in the room, with the ceiling of the 1200
The bed on the mezzanine in the room
View on the only green area of the old town
Working desk in the room

Overview of Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 645 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Genova, Liguria
  • Popular LocationOld Port5 min walk
  • Popular LocationAquarium of Genoa6 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza de Ferrari6 min walk
  • AirportGenoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking

This is an apartment full of atmosphere. It is set in a historical context, on the first floor of one of the oldest buildings in the city, and still retains many original features, such as the ancient terracotta pipe that brought water from the roof to the tank under the street level; at the same time it provides all the comforts of a modern apartment, from the autonomous heating to the dishwasher and wifi.
The real peculiarity is the vaulted ceiling which preserves the entire original mattonata. It is a rarity, of which there are only a few other examples in the world, including some in Assisi. The ceiling is characterized by its deep red color, typical of the "pisanelle" of the early Middle Ages (1200) and the fact that the bricks are very thin compared to those of today.
The loft is composed of a living room with two sofa beds, kitchenette and a mezzanine, with a double bed; a room with another mezzanine, on which there is the second doublebed; and the bathroom.
The cooking corner, in Genovese style, with a marble working top, is fully-equipped with induction burners, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and espresso coffee machine.
It has been recently completely renovated not only in the systems but also in the interior design, and it has, among other things, two large closets for guests who stay for longer stays.

The loft is on the first floor of a palace built around the eleventh century by the Camilla family and it remains today the oldest witness in the world of 'tower house'. The staircase and the facade should be restored soon. It exposes to the south, and is therefore very sunny; it overlooks a small square full of green, where you can stop and get some 'fresh in the summer days and that is closed to the public at night. In the morning you will be awakened by singing birds! It is located in the pedestrian zone (with shops and historic workshops) and therefore enjoys complete silence; However, the taxi can take you straight to the front door. In less than five minutes you can reach several public parkings and the main metro stations and buses. It is the ideal base for exploring on foot the area of ​​the Aquarium (3-5 min), the center (3-5 min) and the museum area. The Cathedral of San Lorenzo is 100 m away. With the old lift sung by the poet Caproni, you can reach "Spianata Castelletto" in just a few minutes, which offers an incomparable view of the entire city.

NOTE 1: It is possible to book a parking space in the silos of the Via Marina Park at 15 Euro per day. The Silos is 700m (8 min walk) from the apartment.

NOTE 2: Large groups can also book the loft on the second floor in the same building (ad nr. 1489506). There are 13 beds alltogether, 6 here and 7 in the other loft.
To compute the correct total quote, please add the quote for this loft + the one for the other loft, always entering the correct number of persons in each apartment.

Property manager

Paola

Languages

English, French, German, Italian
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Genoa

This apartment is located in Genoa Historical Centre, a neighbourhood in Genoa, and is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and Old Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Camogli Beach. Vico della Casana and Genoa Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Genova, Liguria

What's nearby

  • Old Port - 5 min walk
  • Aquarium of Genoa - 6 min walk
  • Piazza de Ferrari - 6 min walk
  • Genoa Port Center - 9 min walk
  • Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Genoa Piazza Principe Station - 17 min walk
  • Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tazze Pazze Caffetteria Gourmet - 2 min walk
  • Scurreria Beer and Bagel - 1 min walk
  • Zupp - 2 min walk
  • Bar Giuse - 2 min walk
  • L'opera sinfonia di gusto - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Loft in San Lorenzo, two minutes from the Acquario; optional parking located?

Located in Genoa Historical Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo and Old Port. Piazza de Ferrari and Genoa Port Center are also within 10 minutes. Genoa Piazza Principe Station is 17 minutes by foot and Genoa Genova Brignole Station is 25 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
The location was absolutely the best! The apartment was so charming with the bricks and shutters, etc. I didn't end up cooking since we were so close to so many amazing restaurants that there was no need. The apartment wouldn't work for someone with mobility issues but we loved it. The restaurant next door can be loud if you have the windows open but they don't stay open too late. Definitely a great place to stay if you want to be in the heart of things!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

philippe A.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Atypique et bien placé avec quelques inconvénients
Bien placé au centre du vieux Gênes Petit appartement atypique. Parking possible à 700 mètres. Sans climatisation, ni courant d'air possible et donc interieur trop chaud quand forte chaleur exterieure et meme avec les ventilateurs. Le restaurant dans le jardin devant l'appartement est bruyant avec la fenetre ouverte. La vaisselle est en grande partie tres usée et devrait etre replacée ainsi que le micro-onde. La douche est minuscule et impossible a utiliser pour une personne trop forte.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stilvolles Appartement in der Altstadt von Genua
Perfekte Lage: mitten in der Altstadt, nah am Hafen, an einem kleinen Platz, so dass die Wohnung trotz der engen Gassen Licht bekommt. Sehr schön und gemütlich eingerichtet: diehistorischen Details der Wohnung sind toll herausgearbeitet, der Platz ist perfekt ausgenutzt. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, und insbesondere die Kinder fanden die Emporen zum Schlafen toll. Verbesserungsvorschläge Spühlmaschine entfernen (funktioniert schlecht, wir mussten mit Hand spühlen, und vom Vorgänger war das Geschirr nicht sauber) und neue Töpfe kaufen.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

thierry s.

Super-Aufenthalt
Paola ist eine sehr zuvorkommende, hilfsbereite, liebenswürdige Gastgeberin mit persönlichem Einsatz für ihre Gäste: Wirkliche Gastfreundschaft! Lage der Wohnung: Ruhig, Parkmöglichkeit sehr gut, öffentl. Verkehrsanbindung sehr gut obwohl die Wohnung so zentral ist dass man überall zu Fuss laufen kann! Alles war bestens: Gastgeberin, Lage, Verläßlichkeit, ... Leider hatten wir wenig Zeit uns auszutauschen. Kann ich gerne weiterempfehlen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

Spitze Unterkunft!!
Der Kontakt mit Paola war supernett, extrem entspannte und hilfreiche Gastgeberin; Und auch während unseres Aufenthalts war sie unkompliziert, kommunikativ und sehr bemüht. Der Knaller der Gastfreundschaft waren zwei Flaschen Prosecco, die sie uns als Willkommensgeschenk in den Kühlschrank gestellt hatte - top Service, danke nochmal! Die Wohnung liegt superzentral, ist geräumig und sauber. Toll ist, dass Paola Handtücher und Bettwäsche bereitstellt und sogar eine Nespressomaschine in der Küche steht, klasse. Für unseren Kurztrip eine top Unterkunft und Paola ist eine Airbnblerin wie man die sich wünscht.

About the host

Hosted by Paola

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My name is Paola. I spent in Vico Indoratori my first 6 years of marriage. When our second child arrived, we moved to a larger apartment. The loft has become my studio - here I come to work and I can spend entire hours undisturbed, forgetting about life outside. Also Lorenzo, our first child, loves coming back to visit the house where he was born: he climbs up the stairs and goes back to what has been his first room. Of our three children he is the only one who lived the sounds and colors of the old town, he is the only one who has memories of this apartment dunked in centuries of history.
I graduated in Computer science and I am currently working as IT at an international school. I speak german, english and french, I spent long periods abroad and I love meeting people from around the world and showing them corners and secrets of a city that is known to be reserved and closed.
I love traveling myself and discovering the secrets of other countries and cultures. I love photography and each trip represents for me a new oportunity. I love reading, music and sport, in particular we very ofthen spend the best days of the year sailing on our J80 boat.

Why they chose this property

An overview of the surroundings.
The ideal stay in Genoa is of three, preferably four days. The must does are:
1. Portofino and its surroundings, with Camogli, San Fruttuoso and, possibly, Santa Margherita: 1 day visit. You can reach Portofino by car, by train or by ferry from the Expo, two minutes from the apartment. You can also hike on the promontory of Portofino, or stroll through the villages, transfering from one to the next by car, train or ferry. Keep in mind that San Fruttuoso is only accessible on foot or by sea.
2. Cinque Terre: 1 day visit. The best way to reach Cinque Terre is by train, with an Intercity to the first village, Monterosso. To reach all the villages on foot it takes about 5-6 hours. The nicest as well as shortest path (30 min) is between Rio Maggiore (the last village) and Manarola.
3. Aquarium and the historic center: 1 day, i.e. half a day for the aquarium and another half for the historic center. For lovers of architecture and history, however, I suggest a whole day for the old town, visiting Via Garibaldi and its museums.
If you want to stay a few days longer, you can not miss Bocadasse (half a day, or better, one evening), reachable by bus or by foot along the waterfront); Villa Pallavicini in Pegli (half day), accessible by train, bus, car, or ferry from the Expo; a quick ride with the Castelletto lift to see the whole city at your feet! The cimitery of Staglieno, one of the largest monumental cemeteries in Europe a real open-air museum.
Remember, finally, that from Genoa you can reach even the French Riviera and Pisa in just a couple of hours, and in both directions there are wonderful stops, such as for instance Dolceacqua, or Sestri Levante, Lerici and Portovenere.

What makes this property unique

Children under three years of age are free of charge. For them there is also a baby bed and a high chair.
There are pots and pens, towels, sheets and blankets. There are also books, social games and toys for kids.
There is no ac but since the walls are rather thick, the air is always fresh; there are fans for the hottest days.
Very important for summer visitors: all windows are equipped with mosquito nets!
Light, water and gas are included in the price.


NOTE: There is the possibility to rent a parking slot in the Garage Marina Park in Via della Marina (700m) for 15 Euros/day.

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