Best Place To Stay in Genoa, Italy To Live La Dolce Vita

I won’t toot my own horn here, or maybe I will. The best place to stay in Genoa, Italy, is definitely where I stayed, which is right in the middle of the action. It can be hard to choose a place to stay in a city like Genoa because the options are overwhelming. You can definitely get the grass-is-greener syndrome here because there’s a plethora of remarkable accommodations to choose from. But, there is one place in particular that really stands out from the crowd, and it just happens to be the hotel where I stayed during my trip. But don’t take my word for it. Read on to learn about the hotel and everything it offers. Come to think of it, you probably should take my word for it.

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The Best Place To Stay in Genoa, Italy: Grand Hotel Savoia

The Grand Hotel Savoia is a top-rated five-star hotel in Genoa and quite fancy if I do say so myself. It’s also super historic. Despite being built in 1897, it looks brand spanking new, so they obviously care about the appearance and upkeep of the building.

This luxury hotel has everything you could possibly want (and some things that you didn’t even know you needed). I’m all for balling on a budget, but sometimes, breaking the bank is an absolute necessity. Especially if you’re staying in a city like Genoa, how can you not?

Everything about this hotel and its location is on point. The staff is amazing, and the rooms are immaculate. The hotel itself is connected to the convention center and located near the Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal.

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How To Get To Grand Hotel Savoia

If you’re flying into Genoa, this hotel is literally so easy to get to from the airport. It’s only a short 15-minute drive, or you can take the bus if you want, but it’s much easier to take a car or taxi, especially since it’s not that far.

You won’t be paying that much at all. And you’re already staying at one of the nicest luxury hotels in the city center, so the cost of getting there shouldn’t really deter you at this point.

By Car: Get on SS 1 from Via Pionieri e Aviatori d’Italia, take Via Milano to Via S. Benedetto, then take Via Andrea Doria to Salita della Provvidenza. Definitely use GPS for this route as Italian roads can get confusing.
By Bus: Walk from the airport to the Genova Cornigliano station and hop on the Genova Nervi bus. This is a 10-minute ride with one stop on the way and depart at Genova Piazza Principe. For ticket information, visit Trenitalia.

There is also a hotel shuttle for an extra charge if you’d rather just avoid the hassle of figuring out your own way there.

Getting Around Genoa

These transportation hubs are all really close to the hotel. So, whether you want to see what to do for a day in Genoa, sunbathe on one of Genoa’s beautiful beaches, or take a day trip, you know you’re close to the transportation you need.

Cristoforo Colombo Airport (8-minute drive)	Genoa Piazza Principe Station (2-minute walk)
Genoa Sampierdarena Station (4-minute drive)	Genoa Via di Francia Station (27-minute walk)

The image shows the exterior of Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport in Italy, with the word "Aeroporto" and "C. Colombo" displayed prominently on the building. A line of cars is parked along the road in front, and palm trees and flags are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

A public city bus in Genoa, Italy, labeled route 39 to "Via Vesuvio (Capolinea Superiore)," drives along a street lined with tall stone columns and historic architecture. Pedestrians walk nearby in the bright daylight, and the bus features orange and grey coloring with accessibility symbols on the front.

Elevated highway traffic flows across the San Giorgio Bridge in Genoa, Italy, supported by tall concrete pillars, with apartment buildings below and a densely forested hillside rising in the background. The image is bathed in warm sunlight, highlighting the contrast between infrastructure and natural landscape.

PHOTO CREDIT: DepositPhotos.com

Hotel Amenities

If you travel as much as I do, you know that the amenities (or lack thereof) can make or break the experience. This is part of what makes Grand Hotel Savoia the best place to stay in Genoa, Italy.

The amenities here are so extensive that you won’t even know what you were missing at other hotels until you stay here. This hotel is also committed to sustainability, so there’s no plastic anything; only reusable cups and tableware.

Check out some of the more popular amenities this hotel offers below:

Pet Friendly	Spa Services
Parking	Fitness Center
Bar	24/7 Front Desk
EV Charging Point	Restaurant (vegan/vegetarian options)
Laundry Facilities	Free WiFi
Air Conditioning	Local Artist Showcase
Library	Rooftop Terrace

And if that wasn’t enough, Hotel Savoia also offers locally-owned and organized tours, a coffee shop, golfing, snorkeling, sailing, scooter/moped rentals, a 24-hour business center, luggage storage, an on-site car rental service, and tons more! This is THE place to stay if you’re an amenity seeker.

Modern hotel gym with Technogym equipment including stationary bikes, a treadmill, and a multi-station weight machine, set in a bright room with large windows and mirrors. A refreshment table with lemon water and glasses adds a welcoming touch.

Elegant hotel reception area with marble floors, ornate columns, and a dark wood front desk where two staff members stand ready to assist. A glass revolving door and brass luggage cart frame the entrance, creating a classic and welcoming ambiance.

PHOTO CREDITS: Grand Hotel Savoia VIA HOTELS.COM

Room Options

The 117 rooms at this hotel are IMMACULATE, and that’s not an exaggeration.

You’ll get that classic Italian Renaissance vibe in any room you decide on. You can select from a classic double room all the way up to a suite with tons of bells and whistles. But honestly, there is no bad room in this hotel. They’re all extravagant in their own way, and most have a city view over Genoa’s historic rooftops, with select rooms and the rooftop terrace offering broader views toward the harbor.

All of the rooms sleep between three to five people and come with classic Italian decor and ensuite bathrooms. Although, the suites have jacuzzi tubs (of course) and much larger bathrooms. Either way, you’ll be living in luxury no matter which room you select.

Stylish hotel bathroom covered in small red mosaic tiles, featuring a glass-enclosed rain shower, dual sinks with rectangular mirrors, and modern vertical lighting fixtures. Reflections enhance the vibrant space, and white towels and amenities are neatly arranged.

Elegant hotel bathroom with golden mosaic tile accents, a white sink beneath a decorative gold-framed mirror, and a large soaking tub with a handheld showerhead. The space is warmly lit, with a window and fresh flowers adding a touch of natural charm.

Stylish hotel bedroom with a bold color palette of orange, red, and gold, featuring a tufted headboard, floral-patterned bedding, and a city view at sunset through the window. Decorative Asian-inspired panels and a cozy seating area with champagne and flowers add luxury and warmth to the space.

Spacious hotel suite featuring a king-size bed with a cream upholstered headboard, a vintage trunk at the foot, and a freestanding mosaic-tiled soaking tub in the foreground. The room blends classic and modern elements, with a wall mural of historic architecture and elegant furniture in soft green and wood tones.

Inviting hotel room with a nautical-themed tapestry of vintage ships above a tufted yellow headboard, flanked by classic wall sconces. A green travel trunk serves as a bench at the foot of the bed, and a window reveals a sunset view of the city skyline.

Chic hotel room decorated in soft blue and green tones, featuring a king-size bed with a tufted yellow headboard and a vintage map mural of Genoa above it. A green velvet chaise lounge sits by the balcony window, offering city views, while a green travel trunk and a round table set for tea complete the cozy setting.

PHOTO CREDITS: Grand Hotel Savoia VIA HOTELS.COM

Things To Do Nearby

Grand Hotel Savoia is situated in a perfect area for exploring the city. There is a lot to do just within walking distance, many of which can be done in just one day in Genoa.

The Port of Genoa is a 13-minute walk and has so much to do and see. Piazza De Ferrari and the Christopher Columbus house are super close, and so is the Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta in Carignano. If you’re an animal lover, the Aquarium of Genoa is located in the port as well. If you’re more into museums, a little further north are the Royal Palace Museum and the Galata Museo del Mare.

You know I have to mention the food nearby. The best part of traveling is trying different cuisines and new restaurants. You can find several amazing bars and restaurants within a short 5-minute walk from the hotel. These nearby restaurants and bars get great reviews:

This image showcases the grand fountain in Piazza De Ferrari, the central square of Genoa, Italy. Water jets arc outward from the circular basin, surrounded by elegant historic buildings in shades of pink and cream under a clear blue sky.

This image features a detailed marble lion sculpture sitting at the entrance of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo in Genoa, Italy. The background showcases the church's striking black-and-white striped columns and intricately patterned façade, typical of Ligurian Gothic architecture.

This image captures a scenic coastal walkway in Genoa, Italy, featuring a red brick path with turquoise railings curving along rocky cliffs beside the Mediterranean Sea. On the left, pastel buildings and palm trees add a warm, inviting touch under a vivid blue sky with scattered clouds.

This image shows the rustic stone and brick façade of the Casa di Cristoforo Colombo (Christopher Columbus' House) in Genoa, Italy. Two flags — the Italian tricolor and the Genoese flag — flank the front, while ivy drapes over the upper part of the building and a marble plaque is mounted above the windows.

PHOTO CREDIT: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM; PIERGIULIO90, CC BY-SA 4.0

The Perfect Home Base for Exploring Genoa

If you want to stay somewhere that makes exploring Genoa effortless—and a little indulgent—the Grand Hotel Savoia checks every box without trying too hard. From here, it is easy to explore Genoa or branch out on a few day trips from Genoa when the wanderlust hits.

It also pairs perfectly with a longer Northern Italy road trip, especially if you are brave enough to tackle driving in Italy yourself. Genoa has a way of pulling you deeper into Italy’s orbit, whether that leads you to the most beautiful cities in Italy or onward to the best small towns in Tuscany. Fair warning: this stay may permanently raise your hotel standards.