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Bed & Breakfast · Palermo · Sicily

Balate Maqueda B&B

A 4-star B&B on Palermo's main pedestrian street, with soundproofed rooms, a Sicilian breakfast spread, and a host known for going beyond.

  • Soundproofed rooms for quiet nights on a lively street
  • Breakfast with Sicilian sweet pastries and fresh baked goods
  • Host Andrea praised for organizing transfers and room choices
8.3 Great 845 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 845 reviews

About

Balate Maqueda B&B

Balate Maqueda B&B sits on Via Maqueda, Palermo's main pedestrian artery, in the Castellammare Vucciria neighborhood. The 4-star property combines an older building with modern, well-designed rooms, and it's within easy walking distance of the Teatro Massimo and other old-town sights.

The B&B is run with a personal touch: guests consistently highlight the staff's helpfulness, the daily housekeeping, and a breakfast that features Sicilian sweet pastries, fresh fruit, and coffee. A shared kitchen adds a home-like comfort, while practical extras include paid airport shuttle and luggage storage.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Personal, attentive host — Guests frequently mention Andrea by name for going beyond — helping choose rooms, organizing transfers, and always being available.
  • Quiet despite the central location — Double-glazed windows and soundproofed rooms come up repeatedly, letting guests sleep well on a lively main street.
  • Sicilian breakfast spread — Fresh baked goods, sweet pastries, fruit, and juice are a recurring highlight, with one guest calling it exceptional.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Value rating is the lowest category — At 7.8, Value scores below the overall 8.3, which may reflect the price point for the level of service.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accommodate pets, so travelers with animals will need to look elsewhere.
  • Check-out is early — Guests must be out by 10:00, which might feel rushed for those on a relaxed schedule.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • In-room breakfast

Convenience

  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/out
  • Concierge desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Paid airport shuttle

Facilities

  • Shared kitchen
  • Terrace
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines

Family

  • Cots
  • Quadruple Room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 845 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 845 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 845 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“My stay was enjoyable; the room was roomy and the bathroom came with a bathtub, which was a nice extra.”

8.3Verified guest

“The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the breakfasts were lovely with freshly baked pastries.”

8.3Verified guest

“A perfect experience overall — friendly staff, a great location right on the main pedestrian street, breakfast with fresh baked goods, a comfy bed, and spotless, stylish rooms.”

8.3Verified guest

“The staff were extremely helpful and went above and beyond to meet our needs, exceeding expectations.”

8.3Verified guest

“The food was amazing and the atmosphere peaceful.”

8.3Verified guest

“The breakfast with Sicilian sweet pastries and fruit was exceptional and better than others we've had before.”

04 — Location

Getting around Palermo

The property sits in Palermo.

Location: On Via Maqueda, a central pedestrian street in Palermo's old town, close to historic landmarks and the Teatro Massimo.

331 Via Maqueda, Scala A, Palermo, Sicily, 90133, 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 14:00-23:00
Check-out
By 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
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

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

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 10:00.

Is breakfast included?

The property offers an in-room breakfast option, which guests describe as featuring Sicilian sweet pastries, fresh fruit, and juice.

Is there parking available?

Yes, the B&B has a car park, and one guest noted that private parking was convenient.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available, and the host can help arrange transfers.

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms include air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, free toiletries, and soundproofed windows. Some rooms have a balcony and bathtub.

The bottom line

For travelers who want to be on Palermo's main pedestrian street without sacrificing quiet, Balate Maqueda B&B delivers — especially if the generous Sicilian breakfast and attentive host matter more than a rock-bottom price.

8.3A central B&B with personal service and soundproofed comfort.

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