Reviews of Ballarò Guest House
8 Via Cesare Battisti, 90134 Palermo, Italy
#60 of 795 B&Bs and Inns in Palermo
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 120 B&B reviews
9.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.7
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Location
9.3
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Facilities
9.6
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Alexander
United Kingdom23 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Great value accommodation”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The property is extremely well located for getting into the city centre and only 5 mins from the train station. It is situated within an apartment block just off the Main Street. The host was very kind and allowed us to check in early with us pleasantly surprised with the room. It was very spacious and had a decent shower/bathroom. You also have the added benefit of a shared lounge/kitchen and balcony area. Cannot fault the property which was very well priced and would not hesitate to return
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Nadege
France17 reviews1 helpful vote10“Best B&B in Palermo”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It is the best B&B in Palermo, location, host, room, price... everything was perfect. If I could give more than 10/10 I would.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Larissa
Germany8 reviews8.0“Great spot to discover Palermo!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Niente.
Very nice staff and welcome, our room was spacious and clean and the bathroom was very modern. The Guest House is well located and close to the city center as well as the market - thus, it’s lively and a bit louder, but worthwhile.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Jill
United States7 reviews9.0“Good people”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Good location, good breakfasts, very helpful
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 2 June 2024
David
Australia27 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The location is great, so close to the train station. Donatella was very kind and helpful, and the breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Kahlia
Australia10 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Keep in mind the TV only has access to cable channels.
We had a fantastic stay! All the staff were kind and accomodating of any request we had. We were greeted on arrival and provided with a tour of the property. Room was large and spacious and had the best shower we have had in our three weeks in Italy so far!!!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Anna
United Kingdom18 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Lovely place”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
By night the narrow street and surrounding can make you feel bit anxious
The Ballard G.H was great. Very clean and renovated with a hint of tradition :) good location close to the centre.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Lorraine
Belgium9 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Very nice and kind staff.Excellent breakfast.Good tips for visiting Palermo .Thank you for everything
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Margaret
Australia12 reviews2 helpful votes10“Excellent value for money with a super clean big room and bathroom. Very happy with our stay. There is a lift too! A lo”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The area could be a bit seedy at night. But close to the station do very convenient
Very happy with everything. A super friendly Jody who gave us an excellent breakfast each morning. A good sized room
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Nicoleta
Romania11 reviews2 helpful votes10“Super!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The host, Andrea, is a very nice person. The place is 5 min away of the Palermo Centrale train station. The apartment was very clean and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Geraldine
Australia35 reviews5 helpful votes10“Flawless”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It was flawless.
A beautiful guest house, conveniently located near the train station, perfect for a late arrival and early departure. Host was very knowledgeable and provided great recommendations.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Charlotte
United Kingdom14 reviews3 helpful votes10“Clean, comfortable and welcoming b&b”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A full length mirror in the room would have been great
Spotlessly clean, really comfortable bed and large spacious rooms. Andrea was so lovely and welcoming, and made us feel very welcome!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Angela
United Kingdom38 reviews11 helpful votes10“Guest hours in a traditional apartment in the heart of Palermo with welcoming and helpful host.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
Nothing. As other guests have said, stray too far in the wrong direction from the property and the area is not so good - but once we settled in we found our way around in the areas that were safe for tourists.
Ideally located for experiencing the heart of Palermo. Our room was large, with a separate private seating area and fridge as well as a private bathroom with shower. The bed was large and very comfortable - we slept well! All facilities were modern and spotlessly clean, but in a traditional Palermo apartment. Our host was very friendly and offered plenty of advice on what to do and see, as well as chatting more generally about the city. We arrived early on the train from Rome, and because I contacted the host in advance we were really pleased to be able to get into our room at midday rather than the 3.00pm check in. Breakfast savouries and pastries cooked fresh every morning and served with coffee.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Iryna
United Kingdom7 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All was good
Apartment was clean and tidy, very close to the bus&train station. Andrea was very kind
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Charmaine
United Kingdom12 reviews4 helpful votes10“I would stay here again if I'm in Palermo.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The Ballaro district is a bit quiet at night. I didn't feel so comfortable walking around at night, but I managed by sticking to the main roads once it got dark.
I chose this place for the proximity to the central bus station which was only a 5min walk away. Easy if you're coming from Palermo airport by bus with luggage. There is also a lift in the building which I appreciated as I had a heavy bag. It's just on the edge of the historic old town in the Ballaro district which is famous for the Ballaro market. I loved how easy it was to walk to all the main sights. The room was incredibly spacious with a separate sitting room area that had a sofa. Everything was beautifully done up and the bed was comfortable. The B&B had a lovely terrace to sit out on and have breakfast at. Andrea, the B&B host, was also super kind and helpful and breakfast was great.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Mary
Ireland19 reviews6 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Great location, very comfortable bed. Staff very helpful. Loved our stay
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Albert
Hungary71 reviews7 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Good location, clean and spacios room and very very friendly host!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Joni
Belgium8 reviews9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The area feels a little dodgy at night, even though the guy working there assured me it was definitely safe and I didn't encounter any problems.
The room was very large and comfortable. The guy working there was very communicative beforehand and when I arrived and he made sure I could get my breakfast a bit earlier than usual. He was very friendly and made me feel very welcome. The location is in a very lively neighbourhood with the market to explore. It is also very close to the railway and bus station, which is helpful if you have to catch connections.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Inna
Germany8 reviews9.0“The room is a take :-)”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The first impression of the surroundings was not that positive. But only the first one :-). Everything was really OK and it's just 5 minutes walk from the central station, The house itself and especially the room were very good.
a very nice host gave us some useful tips and even let us stay in the room till our flight; a very good breakfast; the room was big enough and clear. We really can recommend it.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Eleanor
United Kingdom11 reviews9.0“A beautiful guest house with a super host”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing: it was amazing
A fabulous guest house with beautifully appointed rooms and a very welcoming and friendly history. The location was great for exploring Palermo with excellent access to bus and train station
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Els
Ireland7 reviews3 helpful votes10“I’ll definitely book the same room if I visit Palermo again in the future.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Clean, spacious and beautiful room. Very welcoming and friendly host.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Paulene
Australia145 reviews9 helpful votes9.0“A good sized room in an excellent location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
All good.
A large, comfortable room. Very well located. We were able to reach main attractions by foot, and were very close to the railway station. Andrea was friendly and helpful. The lift functioned well.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Kristi
Estonia17 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The location is near the main streets and is very good, but that means some noise from the streets.
Nice place to stay
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Marilyn
United States8 reviews10“Lovely and spacious B&B steps from all the sights”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
Nothing, everything was great!
Beautiful room in a charming B&B. Andrea was a kind and friendly host and greeted us each morning with a generous breakfast on the terrace. Our room was bright and spacious with a large bed and en-suite bath. The apartment is very close to the station, Ballarò market and less than half a block from Via Maqueda.
Stayed in November 2023
