Casa Ruffino is part of the 19th-century Palazzo Ruffino, in the small seaside town of Balestrate. Bike rental is available, and there is free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms are individually decorated and many contain original art and antiques. All are air conditioned and have satellite TV and private bathrooms. The typical Sicilian breakfast at the Ruffino Palace consists of sweet and salted foods. Many restaurants and bars are just a few steps away. The Ruffino bed and breakfast is in the centre of Balestrate, just 5 minutes’ walk from the marina and the sandy beach. Staff can advise on excursions and activities in the area including horse riding, diving and wind surfing. Palermo is a 50 minute drive and a shuttle service is available to Palermo airport on request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Balestrate, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
or
4 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely B&B - roomy, clean and comfortable. Excellent breakfast of local Sicilian foods served by the friendly and generous host. Central location - it was easy to park and walk to local restaurants.
  • Michał
    Poland Poland
    The hosts are really wonderful and kind people. They went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable during our honeymoon trip. The breakfasts were delicious with local products, Giuseppe personally served food like we were his family. One of...
  • Darya
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Josephe he was so nice to us I can only recommend this B&B
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of B&B Casa Ruffino
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
View
  • City view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Italian

House rules

B&B Casa Ruffino takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
€ 6 per child, per night
4 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 12 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi Diners Club Cash B&B Casa Ruffino accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform B&B Casa Ruffino in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 19082007C105017

FAQs about B&B Casa Ruffino

  • Check-in at B&B Casa Ruffino is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • B&B Casa Ruffino offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Horse riding
    • Tennis equipment
    • Pub crawls
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Beach
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at B&B Casa Ruffino may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • B&B Casa Ruffino is 50 yards from the centre of Balestrate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at B&B Casa Ruffino include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Triple

  • The nearest beach is just 850 yards from B&B Casa Ruffino. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.