We stayed in Varazze one night prior to our Costa cruise. The Hotel Coccodrillo was great -- very friendly and helpful staff, a wonderful gentle huge dog named Max, and our room was nice and had a high end linens and a terrace. The town was really charming -- we found the best pizza ever -- ask the Coccodrillo staff where to go for pizza -- and there was a Sunday morning market we enjoyed. There is also a beach in town. There are hotels closer to the water, but we didn't find any with a water view. We had to ask to see a larger room when we arrived, but the second room met our needs perfectly, as we were traveling with our daughter and needed a little more space than usual. The Coccodrillo is also just up the hill from the train station.

Hi, I lived in Varazze for 4 months about a year ago! This town has everything to offer! Great food, there is a crepe shop on the main drag through town called Cupido, where you will find Alessandro doing what he does best. I worked at a very high end restaurant called Antico Genovese right down the strip from Cupido. The food is amazing and so is the service! For pizza I recommend Antico Borgo owned by a wonderful man by the name of Luciano, it is only take out, but worth grabbing a pizza to go! For a great meal at a cheaper price there is Condivino, which is owned Max this restaurant has an amazing wine selection and a very good atmosphere! I hope this helps you!