W estayed here for a week 2 years ago and loved it. It has private parking which was a must for us. When we got there ther first thing we saw were all the steps that we would have to negociate up to our room. They were uneven and a little scary, especially as we had 2 large suitcases. Before... More

My wife and I stayed here in May 2010 for 7 nights and we absolutely loved it. We found Igor friendly and helpful. The breakfasts on the terrace were terrific - crispy fresh bread rolls and beautiful coffee. We loved sitting on our balcony looking out to sea. We would come again anytime. One small downside was having to pay... More

I've stayed here twice now and adore it. The place is beautiful and the staff are very kind. The rooms are lovely and have the best views. The bathrooms are tiny - but it's Europe! Portovenere is an amazing place and whenever I go back I go to Genio. I will just add that if you can't speak good Italian,... More

Not new for those who read the reviews carefully, but I also was one of those awarded with Mr. Igor lack of professionalism. Made the reservation by internet, with credit card number, date valid, got confirmation e-mail directly from owner, etc. and etc., but when I came in there was nothing but apologies. He offered an "apartment" in the villa... More

Rooms small but clean, breakfast minimalist, views stunning, location-cannot be beaten, Igor and his Dad--brilliant. The best place I have stayed in in a long while--its the people and the location that count not the trouser presses, flatscreen tvs and wifi!!!!! More

We had a booking (booked in July) for October 5-7th. We still are not sure if it was a con or not but the the booking was confimed with a credit card. I also emailed to double check everything was in order because I had sent the credit card details in two separate emails for security purposes. The owner confirmed... More

Stayed at Albergo Genio for 3 nights while visiting Cinque Terre. It was an excellent location, easily reachable by car and with good connections to Cinque Terre. Portovenere is a small town yet it has enough interesting spots for a short stay. Albergo is a small, family run hotel and its best assets are location and Igor. He was always... More

My wife and I spent 4 nights at the Albergo Genio in July 2010 based on the favourable reviews it received in TripAdvisor and were very pleased with our stay and have reommended it to friends who are visiting Portovenere in September. Our bedroom and bathroom appeared to be recently renovated and looked very “new” and clean. The staff were... More

Just stayed there two nights in mid March, 2010. Friendly, helpful, honest, warm... I had been hiking in Cinque Terre and arrived exhausted and bedraggled. I received a warm welcome, good clean safe room with en suite bathroom, plenty of hot water, flat screen tv, and comfortable bed. The family, including Igor who speaks English, were just the reason I... More