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Bed & Breakfast · Palermo · Sicily

Opera

A highly rated bed & breakfast on a quiet pedestrian street, within easy walking distance of Palermo's theaters and historic sights.

  • 9.8 staff rating
  • 9-minute walk to San Giuseppe dei Teatini
  • 1-minute walk to Teatro Massimo
9 Perfect 1380 reviews Booking.com 9 · 1380 reviews

About

Opera

Opera Bed & Breakfast Palermo sits on Via Principe Di Belmonte, a pedestrian street that puts you in the middle of Palermo's historic core. The 4-star property is a 9-minute walk from San Giuseppe dei Teatini and about a minute from Teatro Massimo, the city's famous opera house. With a rating of 9 from 1,380 guest reviews, it's a well-established favourite for visitors who want to explore on foot.

The property is set over multiple floors with a lift, and rooms are fitted with air conditioning, heating, a mini-bar, flat-screen TV, and ironing facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and the guest rating for rooms is 9.4. The staff consistently earn the highest marks — a 9.8 rating — and breakfast is a recurring highlight in guest reviews, often featuring local pastries.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Exceptional staff — Guests single out host Marco for going out of his way to help, and the staff rating is 9.8 — the highest of any category.
  • Central, walkable location — The B&B is on a pedestrian street, about a minute from Teatro Massimo and a 9-minute walk from San Giuseppe dei Teatini. Guests praise the ease of exploring on foot.
  • Highly rated breakfast — Breakfast is a recurring highlight, with guests enjoying a variety of options including local pastries served fresh each morning.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as spotless, clean, and comfortable, with amenities like air conditioning, mini-bar, and flat-screen TV.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Check-in only until midnight — Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, so late arrivals after midnight may need to make special arrangements.
  • Check-out window is early — Check-out is between 07:00 and 10:00, which may feel early for those wanting a leisurely morning.
  • No on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner — While there's a restaurant mentioned, the property also highlights in-room breakfast, and the description lists a restaurant but not full dining hours. Guests mostly mention breakfast.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Standard Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Basic

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Food & Drink

  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Mini-bar
  • Restaurant

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Car hire
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe deposit box

Accessibility & Family

  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Lift
  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fax/Photocopying

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

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Perfect 1380 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 1,380 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 1380 reviews
9Verified guest

“Marco went out of his way to help us, even before check-in. The breakfasts were a real highlight—different local pastries every morning, all delicious.”

9Verified guest

“The setting was about as good as it gets, with an archaeological museum within easy reach.”

9Verified guest

“Clean and quirky, with spotless rooms. We loved the lobby where breakfast was served. The central location and very pleasant staff made the stay special, and a bus stop was very close by.”

9Verified guest

“Clean place with service-minded staff and views over the city.”

9Verified guest

“Marco was super helpful, and the location is prime—just a minute from Teatro Massimo. I loved the breakfast variety, especially the local pastries. The room was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommended.”

9Verified guest

“Marco, the host, was charming and knowledgeable about local sights. The room was clean, had AC, and comfortable beds. Breakfast was a lovely selection of fresh pastries and local specialties.”

04 — Location

Getting around Palermo

The property sits in Palermo.

Teatro Massimo: Palermo's famous opera house is about a minute's walk from the B&B, as noted by guests.

San Giuseppe dei Teatini: This historic church is a 9-minute walk from the property.

Tyrrhenian Sea: Guests mention it's roughly a 10-minute walk to the sea, though the exact route isn't specified.

Via Principe Di Belmonte 102, Palermo, Sicily, 90139, 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 12:00-23:59
Check-out
By 07:00-10:00
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
7 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

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

Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is between 07:00 and 10:00.

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is listed among the amenities.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed at Opera Bed & Breakfast Palermo.

Does the property offer airport transfer?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.

Is breakfast included?

Guests frequently mention breakfast in their reviews, and the description highlights a restaurant. While the exact inclusion isn't specified, in-room breakfast is also available. It's best to confirm with the property when booking.

Are there family-friendly amenities?

Yes, cots and babysitting/child services are available.

The bottom line

Opera Bed & Breakfast Palermo is a strong pick for travellers who want a central base with genuinely warm hospitality. The staff consistently go above and beyond, and the location on a quiet pedestrian street puts the city's highlights just steps away. While the check-in and check-out windows are a bit tight, the high ratings for rooms and service make it an easy recommendation.

9A top-rated Palermo B&B with standout staff and a prime location.

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