Mad Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast

Excellent 9.6 / 10

(16 reviews)

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via del Ponticello, 49 - Palermo (PA) - Area: city center

+39

Código de identificación nacional: IT082053C1DVWYPM4Q

Código de identificación regional: 19082053C101156

MAD Bed & Breakfast, located in the vibrant heart of Palermo, offers a cozy and unique refuge just steps away from the lively Ballarò Market and the famous Quattro Canti. This strategic location allows easy exploration of the city's wonders, with the Cathedral, the Massimo Theatre, and a myriad of historical monuments within a short walk. The central train station and the bus stop for the airport are just ten minutes away, and the port is a twenty-five-minute walk.

Characterized by artisanal design born from the passion of the owners, Antonella and Santino, the B&B has been recently refurbished to ensure guests a stay focused on privacy and comfort. The common areas reflect a warm and inviting atmosphere, enriched by a selection of books, comics, and board games, while a charming little green terrace offers a tranquil space for moments of relaxation and for smoking guests.

The two bedrooms, decorated with works by local artists and crafted with particular attention to detail, include private bathrooms, LED TVs, DVD/Blu-ray players, Netflix access, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and heating. Every detail is designed to enrich the guests' experience.

Every morning, a rich and varied breakfast is served in the living room, where guests can choose from multiple options, from espresso coffee to seasonal orange juice, accompanied by local pastries and fresh products. For those requiring gluten-free meals, a specially crafted menu idea is available upon request.

MAD Bed & Breakfast is not just a place to stay, but also a laboratory of ideas that promotes creativity and local culture. Antonella and Santino, both young artists, love to share the richness of Palermo and its most fascinating corners with their guests. Moreover, they organize artistic and craft experiences, stimulating creativity and interaction with the territory.

The philosophy of the B&B also includes your four-legged family member, who is welcome upon prior communication. With the elegance of design and a love for tradition, MAD Bed & Breakfast represents a warm welcome for those looking to discover Palermo in a unique and personal context.

Rooms and Rates

Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Fine Design
Heating
Vicino a piste ciclabili

Declared by the Innkeeper

Various information

Pets allowed (Richiesto pagamento extra per pulizie straordinarie. I cani non vanno mai e per alcun motivo lasciati soli nell'alloggio.)
Rooms with air conditioning
Internet access
English speaker

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions

Services of the house

Terrace

Facilities and services

Children games / babysitting
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment
Pets allowed

Location and surroundings

City centre
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 2
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 2

Size of rooms

Between 21 and 30 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Every 3 other days

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Presents
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Metropolis - over 300.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Metropolitan area
Historic centre
Shopping area

Holiday themes - house features

Fine design
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Guests in this venue liked:

in the city center
the design of the property
cheap
near the station
abundant breakfast
shopping area
charming property

Excellent

9.6 / 10

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Overall Rating

9.6

16 reviews

brita

We had a wonderful stay at Mad Bed & Breakfast. Antonella made our trip with fantastic recommendations for food and places to visit. She also gave us an overview of the city which made it easier to navigate around. The accommodation was lovely, clean, and in a central location (just a short walk from the train station and right by the main tourist area). I would highly recommend MAD B&B.

stayed from 08/27/2021 to 08/30/2021

The answer from the host:
Thank you so much Brita for your review!! Hope to have you guests again! Antonella

caroline

Antonella was amazing, so helpful and all her recommendations were perfect for us. The property is situated perfectly to see Palermo and was beautiful and so clean and cool & trendy we loved it! This was my favourite B&B in Sicily, amazing. Thank you so much for a lovely lovely time x.

stayed from 09/29/2017 to 10/01/2017

The answer from the host:
Hi Caroline, only now we read your review! Thank you so much, we hope to see you again. Antonella e Santino.

arnold

For our second stay, we are still just as enthusiastic. The room is perfect, the location is ideal, and the welcome from Santino and Antonella is warm. Great place.

stayed from 10/24/2025 to 10/31/2025

corinne

We really enjoyed our stay at the Mad Bed & Breakfast. The welcome and valuable recommendations from Antonella, the decoration and artistic spirit of the place. Very well located, very clean. We recommend it 200%.

stayed from 10/28/2023 to 10/30/2023

catherine

Excellent welcome, cleanliness of the place, central location.

stayed from 04/01/2023 to 04/03/2023

christine

Great welcome. Very well located. Lots of information to have a good stay.

stayed from 02/16/2019 to 02/18/2019

The answer from the host:
Merci beacup Christine! Thank you for your review.

silvana

We recommend this charming Bed & Breakfast. Extremely well located in the city center. With a very warm welcome, Antonella goes out of her way to make your stay harmonious. You feel at home, Thank you Antonella. I also recommend the small Indian restaurant on the same street, delicious, guaranteed change of scenery.

stayed from 05/07/2018 to 05/10/2018

The answer from the host:
Thank you so much Silvana for your review. I'm so happy you liked my welcoming. We hope to see you again in Palermo. Antonella.

dario

Santino was extremely helpful, even before our arrival, managing to meet our requests. He welcomed us with a very useful introduction to the city, places to visit and the best places to eat. The B&B is in the city center, yet in a quiet area: most monuments are reachable within a 15-minute walk. The room is spacious, very clean, with a private bathroom and a window. The common area is very characteristic and offers a generous breakfast, books, games, guidebooks, etc. There is also a small outdoor space. Overall an excellent experience! We will definitely come back.

stayed from 12/30/2025 to 01/04/2026

daniele

daniele rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 10/09/2023 to 10/12/2023

mirko

Great Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Palermo. Santino is the best host I have ever found, he explains everything you need to know about Palermo, where to eat and what to visit, and is always available for any needs you may have.

stayed from 08/28/2023 to 09/01/2023

lavinia

Santino welcomed us with great sympathy and availability and provided us with many useful tips for our stay. The perfect support!

stayed from 05/03/2023 to 05/06/2023

claudio

We stayed at this small Bed & Breakfast for a few days and were very satisfied. The location of the establishment is optimal as the Mad Bed & Breakfast is in the middle of all the places of interest and a short distance from the 4 corners. Also, despite being close to many popular venues, it is located on a secluded street that is quite peaceful. The place, despite its simplicity, is very welcoming, furnished with original furniture and paintings designed by the young managers. Another strong point is the remarkable attention to cleanliness both in the rooms and common areas. We stayed in the red room, which is quite spacious, furnished rationally, and with a adequately sized bathroom. For breakfast, quality products are made available, necessarily packaged due to regulatory provisions. The hospitality of Antonella and Santino was commendable, they followed us efficiently and discreetly and provided us with useful information to enhance our stay.

stayed from 05/27/2022 to 05/31/2022

The answer from the host:
Claudio, grazie immensamente per le tue parole, è stato davvero un piacere ospitarvi. Alla prossima! Antonella & Santino

vilma

Great. I recommend it.

stayed from 09/14/2020 to 09/17/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Vilma! Antonella & Santino

clara

Great Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the city, just a stone's throw from the most beautiful monuments and picturesque areas of the beautiful Palermo. The room is very beautiful and clean, the breakfast is excellent, and the owners are very kind, providing advice on how to fully enjoy the stay in one of the most incredible cities in our country. And if there's a rainy day, don't worry: there's even Netflix in the room! Highly recommended.

stayed from 03/08/2019 to 03/10/2019

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Clara per la tua recensione, siamo felici che ti sia trovata bene. Antonella & Santino

diana

Splendid stay in Palermo with the suggestions of Antonella and Santino. They managed to create a welcoming, original, and serene environment where you feel at home. The breakfast was also excellent. I highly recommend it! Diana & C.

stayed from 05/10/2017 to 05/11/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Diana per la tua recensione! Ti aspettiamo a Palermo Capitale della Cultura 2018. Antonella e Santino.

simona

This Bed & Breakfast is truly a hidden gem! In an area that, for those coming from the Padanian countryside like us, is quite striking, yet it is practically very close to the center and to the most famous historical sites to visit, a few steps from the famous and picturesque Ballarò market (a must-see!). But what makes this accommodation special is above all the hospitality, kindness, and availability of the homeowners, Antonella and Santino, ready to fulfill every request and provide very useful tourist information. A functional apartment because it lacks nothing and very clean, furnished in an original, colorful, lively way, with recycled objects cleverly reused in a creative way! If we were to return to Palermo, our accommodation would still be this without a doubt. Highly recommended to anyone, singles, couples, families. The only negative note: having stayed only 3 days! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our mini vacation even more enjoyable.

stayed from 03/03/2017 to 03/05/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Simona per la tua bella recensione. Antonella e Santino.