BEST WESTERN HOTEL GENIO, Turin

Porta Nuova railway station is directly across the road, giving you fast rail and metro connections across Turin and the region. Piazza San Carlo's Baroque architecture is 500 metres away, and the city's main museums, including the Egyptian Museum, are within a 10-15 minute walk. The area has numerous restaurants and pubs within 300 metres. The hotel is in a well-connected neighbourhood, but street noise can be significant, especially on lower floors facing the road. Luggage storage is available free of charge, making it easy to explore before your room is ready.

Room types range from single to family rooms (the latter can sleep up to four) and suites. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bidet, and many feature large bathrooms with modern fixtures. While some rooms have been recently renovated with comfortable beds and clean decor, others retain an older 1980s style with worn furniture and tired bathrooms. Road-facing rooms can be very noisy at night due to street activity, so a room on a higher floor or facing the inner courtyard is recommended for light sleepers. Some rooms have a small balcony. Air conditioning is standard, but older units can be noisy. WiFi is free but can be inconsistent, particularly in some rooms.

Breakfast is served in a large breakfast room and includes bread, pastries, yoghurt, cereals, cheeses, cold cuts, hot drinks, and some fresh fruit. For €9 it is generally considered decent value, though variety can be limited at times. In-room breakfast is available. The hotel has a bar, but it may not be open for full dinner service. Numerous restaurants and pubs are within a 300-metre walk, including Ristorante Giapponese Zen, Old Wild West, and several Italian options. If you plan to eat dinner at the hotel, you will rely on breakfast-in-the-room or bar snacks.

The wellness corner includes a hot tub and sauna, and access costs €7 per person per day; it must be reserved in advance. The fitness centre is free for all guests and includes basic equipment. The spa and fitness area are generally well-maintained and clean, though the spa has been reported as occasionally unavailable during certain periods. The hotel does not have a swimming pool.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the property but can be unreliable in some rooms. Luggage storage is free and can be used before check-in or after check-out. A paid airport shuttle service can be arranged (cost around €8-10 per person) and runs from Turin airport to the city centre every 15 minutes; hotel airport drop-off and pick-up are also available for an extra charge. The hotel has a business centre and meeting/banquet facilities. Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered. A safety deposit box is available at reception. The hotel is non-smoking throughout. Pets are allowed on request with possible charges. The lift is old and can be slow, which may cause inconvenience with luggage.