15 Hostels in Genoa, Liguria, Italy

About Genoa

Genoa is often seen only as a way to get to locations like Cinque Terre or Portofino. These destinations are breath-taking, sure,
but it doesn’t mean that Genoa itself is not full of surprises and things to see.

It’s not hard to find a hostel in Genoa that will catch your interest: whether you want to stay in an ex-convent, have breakfast on a terrace that was built in the 19th century or sleep in a modern structure with colourful walls, Genoa won’t let you down. Hostels in Genoa are very close to the centre and perfect
if you are looking for a luxurious private room or a more budget-friendly accommodation.

Genoa is not too big, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth a visit! You will find a lot of hostels in the city centre, that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its characteristic carruggi and creuze, which are narrow medieval streets. If you’re into art, don’t miss via Garibaldi, also known as the Golden street, for its museums and beautiful buildings.

Genoa is also a very important harbour and it can be quite picturesque in some areas, like the Porto Antico, from where you can admire the famous Bigo sculpture by Renzo Piano. If you’re obsessed with Cinque Terre, visit Boccadasse, a small village with colourful houses perched on a cliff above the crashing waves. In Italy,
Genoa is extremely famous for its Aquarium, so you really shouldn’t miss it if you’re a fan of marine animals.

Genoa, like every Italian city, has its own characteristic and delicious food. In this case, we’re talking about pesto and focaccia. You can find them everywhere around the city,
but San Vincenzo street is particularly famous for its restaurants.

Genoa offers a lot of different options when it comes to transportation, funiculars and boats are the most used, being the most efficient and offering the best view!
Bus and underground are also available but not too reliable, and trains are often used in their place. The city centre is best to be explored by foot.