38 Via Balbi, 16126 Genova, Italy
#90 of 90 hotels in Genova
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1114 hostel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2023
Tafari
United KingdomI didn’t like that I needed a code for the lift even I understand the security of it. But for someone like me who has a million thing to remember on my phone I didn’t have the energy to remember a elevator code and I was stuck when I had a flight to catch.
It was clean and staff was helpful and speak good English. They location was amazing as it easy to get around and explore Genoa.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Lisa
New ZealandNothing!
Friendly staff, rooms super clean and bed comfy. Breakfast was great too. Great location, close to station.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
David
CanadaFor hot summer days, the courtyard area closed too early in the evening.
Great atmosphere! Perfect location! A real fun place to stay!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Eliyahu
IsraelNot in a great part of the town other than by the train. Was at times too loud.
The location is good in that it is near the train. Friendly staff and pleasant vibe. Room is well kept.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Daniel
IrelandThe best hostel that I have been, with complete I fall short, with an excellent staff working, it exceeded my expectations.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Thales
BrazilThe passive aggressive way the staff responds sometimes when you ask for city directions and help. Its not just one man habbit, looks like something in the culture.
The breakfast is good, the location is incredible. The amenities are pretty usefull, helped a lot. Great atmosphere
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Salome
United Arab EmiratesBest hostel I have stayed in this long trip am doing around EU. Great location, they have even a little bar to enjoy the night dancing. Great place!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Gleb
ItalyBad DJ on one of the nights .
Great location beside train station. Great staff.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Beatriz
GermanyThe bathroom could be a cleaner. At first, the shower was clogging, but after I raised the issue with the Hostel, they fixed it.
Good location, it was comfortable, good breakfast, the place is pretty, it was comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Vikash
ItalyNone
Great hostel near the train station
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Christiaan
Netherlands-
Clean place. Dorm rooms where relaxed/good aircon. Next to train station. Welcome drink :)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Patrik
SlovakiaI liked absolutely everything and will highly recommend
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Qutada
NetherlandsMay be the parties that begins every evening, I like the atmosphere to be quiet.. Thanks
Everything was well organised, the location also is close to transportation.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Alexandre
NetherlandsStill feels slightly overpriced.
Very comfortable, clean hostel. Good breakfast, as well as a lovely terrace and games in the basement. Free pasta, fruit & veg which is highly appreciated Hostel and common areas are huge
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Siavash
Iranenvironment of hostel
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Jess
United StatesThe neighborhood isn’t awesome if you’re visiting to explore Genoa but I was mainly taking day trips to cinque terre and portofino so the proximity to the train station was perfect for me.
This is the nicest hostel I have ever stayed at. The facilities are outstanding—big kitchen, gym, bar where you get a free welcome drink upon arrival and breakfast buffet with a super nice espresso machine. I stayed in a six person dorm and it was super spacious with a big, very nice bathroom, a huge full length mirror and below bed storage that has side areas for locks. Everything was clean and cute and the staff was so friendly. A block from Genova Piazza Principale it is super accessible for day trips although I wouldn’t recommend exploring the neighborhood at night as it is a little dodgy.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Natasha
United KingdomPillows were a bit hard
Great kitchen and communal spaces. I really appreciated the food they put out for us to use and the culture and community there was very friendly and fun.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Erdem
United KingdomThe balcony area closes quite early which is understandable but it was such a great place to chill only if you could longer
The friendliness of the staff was appreciated as they all spoke english and were helpful with any city based questions. But for me the vibe of its guests just made it an unforgettable experience as the spaces they create for the guests to bond is amazing. They have awesome kitchen access with free pasta and vegetables! There was certainly alot of cooking going on. I know feel like i have a home in Genova as i felt super comfortable here.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Anna
Czech RepublicBreakfast was from 7:30. I left early, so I received breakfast psck to take-away. Thank you.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Monica
Slovakiahard mattress
I’ve been travelling for a while and this is the first hostel where I finally got some proper sleep 🙏🏻 people were really respectful , even though it’s a party hostel, it’s quiet. Felt like a college dorm with cafeteria and cool vibes 💞
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Hannah
AustraliaMaybe more staff for check ins
Such a good hostel with everything you could possibly need
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Francisco
CanadaI stayed here for a week. I met all the staff and they were all excellent hosts. The rooms are clean and spacious with personal lockers below the bed. The common kitchen is great (3 stoves, 2 fridges, and all the utensils you may need). The breakfast was excellent. They have a place to store your luggage at check out. I would 100% recommend this hostel.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Joanne
AustraliaWe requested twin beds but were given a double bed. This wasn’t too bad but would have liked to know beforehand.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Hermien
BelgiumThe bathroom was very small and outdated
Very cozy and spacious
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Cornelis
NetherlandsThe breakfast was good but to give some tips. The milk could be served cooled. Now it was room temperature. Maybe more styles of bread. White toasts will not fill me. Also fruits where missing at 2 out of 3 breakfasts.
The personal was really friendly, and the shared rooms were comfortable! A lot of facilities.
Stayed in August 2023
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