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Bed & Breakfast · Palermo · Sicily

La Dimora Del Massimo

A compact bed and breakfast in Palermo's historic centre, with 8 rooms and a staff praised for warmth and helpfulness.

  • 8.3 rating from 774 guest reviews
  • Staff rated 9.1
  • Rooms rated 8.4
8.3 Great 774 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 774 reviews

About

La Dimora Del Massimo

La Dimora Del Massimo is a small bed and breakfast set in Palermo's historic centre, just 450 metres from Piazza Pretoria and a short walk from Teatro Massimo. The property has 8 rooms and provides an airport shuttle for guests arriving by air.

Reviews consistently highlight the central location, the spacious and clean rooms, and the friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast, served in the lobby, offers a variety of options, though a few guests would like more savoury choices.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Paid airport shuttle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Prime central location — Just 450 metres from Piazza Pretoria and opposite Teatro Massimo, with easy access to the city centre and old town.
  • Excellent staff — Guests frequently describe the staff as friendly, helpful, and cheerful, going out of their way to assist.
  • Spacious, clean rooms — Reviews consistently note the rooms are large, spotless, and well-equipped with private bathrooms and modern amenities.
  • Good value for money — With rates from 63 USD and high guest ratings, travellers find the price fair for the central location and quality.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Breakfast is mostly sweet — Several guests note the buffet is limited to sweet options, with one calling it 'tasteless' and criticising the gluten-free items.
  • Small TV in some rooms — One guest found the flat-screen TV too small to watch comfortably.
  • No on-site parking — The property does not list parking, which may be inconvenient for guests arriving by car in the city centre.
  • The view from the terrace may disappoint — One guest remarks that the terrace overlooks the trash bins rather than a scenic prospect.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed,1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying

Room

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Ironing facilities
  • Dressing area
  • Cots (on request)

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 774 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 774 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 774 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“The double room was quite spacious, with its own private bathroom, central heating, a TV, and a comfortable sitting area.”

8.3Verified guest

“Everything was absolutely perfect, and the location was excellent — close to both the Teatro Massimo and the city centre, right opposite the theatre. Breakfast had plenty of goodies.”

8.3Verified guest

“My room was beautiful and spotless, and the balcony was a nice bonus. I was also pleased to find a bidet and shower caps.”

8.3Verified guest

“The room had a private bathroom and was really spacious, with a large, comfortable bed. Central heating and a flat-screen TV were nice extras.”

8.3Verified guest

“Fantastic central location in the heart of everything. I stayed in a cosy queen room with heating and a TV.”

8.3Verified guest

“Great location — just a short walk from a lively street and about a 29-minute drive to the airport. Right in the city centre.”

04 — Location

Getting around Palermo

The property sits in Palermo.

Teatro Massimo: The opera house is directly opposite the B&B, making it an easy starting point for evening performances or a daytime visit.

Piazza Pretoria: A 5-minute walk from the property, this square is home to the famous Fontana Pretoria and is close to Palermo's main sights.

Historic centre: The B&B sits in the heart of the old town, with narrow streets, markets, and historic buildings all within walking distance.

36 Piazza Verdi, Palermo, Sicily, 90138, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-22:00
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 22:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.

Does La Dimora Del Massimo have parking?

The property does not list any on-site parking. It's best to ask about nearby public parking when booking.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed at the property.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

What amenities are included in the rooms?

Rooms come with air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, free toiletries, and some have a balcony. Standard and Deluxe rooms are available, with both city views and showers.

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The bottom line

For travellers who want to be in the middle of Palermo's historic centre, La Dimora Del Massimo delivers with clean, spacious rooms and attentive staff at a fair price. Just be prepared for a sweet-focused breakfast and the lack of on-site parking.

8.3Based on guest ratings, reviews, and the property's stated amenities.

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