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Casa Scola Loano is not just a residence in the heart of Loano’s historic center: it is a story of family, sea, and hospitality passed down through generations.

“Scola” is the nickname our family has always been known by—a lineage of sailors and seafarers, men who lived the sea as both home and destiny.

It all began in 1919, when my great-grandmother Maddalena Podestà, known as Manin a Scola, married Tommaso Del Balzo, a sailor by trade, as were all his brothers and the men in his family.

Tommaso, however, held a different dream: to leave the sea and open a small pasta shop in Loano.

Shortly after their marriage, upon learning that his wife was expecting a child, he decided to embark on one final journey. His plan was simple and full of hope: return with his settlement, settle permanently in Loano, and build a future for his family there.

Sadly, that journey was also his last. Tommaso lost his life at sea, leaving Maddalena alone, very young and expecting their first child.

With great courage, my great-grandmother used the settlement money to purchase the entire building, from the ground floor to the second floor: the house that today has become Casa Scola Loano.

But the fear of being left without resources, with a newborn child, led her to make a difficult yet forward-thinking decision.

She chose to keep half of the first floor for herself and entrust the rest of the house to her family: part of the second floor to her brother Bartolomeo, another part to her aunt Teresa, and half of the first floor to her other brother Angelo, known as Angetto.

Within these walls grew her son—my grandfather, Pippo u Scola—who found in his uncle Angetto the father figure fate had taken from him too soon.

In 1945, my grandfather Pippo married my grandmother Lina.
A few years later, this house began to transform into a place of hospitality: right within these rooms, my grandparents started welcoming the first tourists who came to Loano to spend their seaside holidays.

It was a kind of hospitality made of simplicity, warmth, and genuine care—the kind only a family home can offer.

They lived here until their passing, preserving the memory of the house and its deep connection to the sea.

Today, Casa Scola Loano has been entrusted to me.
I felt that the best way to honor them was to continue the path they had started, keeping alive the tradition of family hospitality.

For this reason, I chose to dedicate each room to their names, so that every stay carries a piece of
our story:

Manin, Angetto, Pippo, and Lina.
Here, even today, tradition meets hospitality.

Elegance and light on the Caruggio

Dedicated to my grandmother Lina, this room blends the charm of a historic home with the comfort of a modern stay.

The French window opens onto Via Garibaldi, Loano’s characteristic Caruggio, offering an authentic glimpse into the historic center and its daily life.

The space is bright and welcoming, designed for couples but also offering the possibility to add a bunk bed, making it ideal for small families.

Inside, there is a private kitchenette, perfect for complete independence, along with a living area equipped with sink, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and kettle.

Private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi complete the experience.

Historic charm overlooking the Caruggio

Manin is named after my great-grandmother Maddalena, the courageous woman from whom it all began.

The room features a French window overlooking Via Garibaldi, the heart of Loano’s Caruggio, where the charm of narrow streets meets the scent of the sea just steps away.

Elegant and intimate, it is ideal for couples seeking an authentic stay in the historic center. It includes a comfortable living area with sink, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and kettle, as well as a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

A place where family tradition continues to live on.

Authentic atmosphere with private terrace

Dedicated to Angelo, known as Angetto, a key figure in the family’s history, this room preserves the most intimate and familiar character of Casa Scola Loano.

Its highlight is the private terrace, a valuable space to relax after a day by the sea or to enjoy the quiet of the historic center.

The room includes a small internal kitchenette and the option to add a bunk bed, making it suitable for small families.

Like all Casa Scola Loano accommodations, it offers a living area with sink, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and kettle, a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

The warmth of home with private terrace

Named after my grandfather Pippo u Scola, this room reflects the tradition of family hospitality.

The private terrace makes it especially appreciated by those seeking an outdoor space in the heart of the historic center, just steps from the sea.

Cozy and full of authentic charm, it is perfect for couples looking for peace and comfort.

It includes a practical living area with sink, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and kettle, a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

A space that preserves the warmth of a family home.

The original apartment on the Caruggio

Annamaria is the apartment most closely tied to the roots of Casa Scola Loano: this is where Maddalena, our Manin, grew up before marrying and beginning the family story that still lives within these walls today.

Located in the heart of Loano’s historic center, just steps from the sea, the apartment retains all the authentic charm of Ligurian homes.

The tall windows overlooking the Caruggio, typical of traditional architecture, fill the space with light and bring in the slow, evocative rhythm of the village.

The apartment features two double bedrooms: one more intimate, connected to a single room with a window—ideal for families; the other overlooking the Caruggio, with two tall Ligurian windows enhancing its historic character.

The large living room is the heart of the home: bright and welcoming, with a dining table, TV, double sofa bed, and two large windows overlooking the historic alley.

The apartment also includes a practical kitchenette with a small balcony, a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

A family home rich in memory, designed for those who wish to experience Loano authentically, with all the space and comfort of a true apartment.

Studio with terrace in the heart of Loano

Argentina is a small open-space apartment with great sentimental value, located in the same building as Annamaria and purchased later by my grandfather—testifying to our family’s deep connection to this home.

I chose to dedicate it to Argentina, Manin’s mother and my great-great-grandmother, a strong and determined woman whose spirit continues to live on in the story of Casa Scola Loano.

Located in the heart of Loano’s historic center, with entrance from Via Garibaldi, the characteristic Caruggio, the apartment enjoys a perfect location: right in the center, just steps from the sea, yet with windows facing the back of the street, ensuring peace and quiet.

The space is arranged in a practical and welcoming way: a sleeping area and fully equipped kitchen in an open space, separated by a low wall that defines the areas while maintaining brightness and openness.

The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including a microwave and washing machine.

There is also a TV, Wi-Fi, a private bathroom with shower, and a pleasant private terrace—ideal for outdoor breakfast or relaxing after a day at the sea.

A perfect solution for couples or for those who wish to experience Loano independently, with the authentic charm of a family home.