Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b

via Emerico Amari 66, 90139 Palermo, Italy – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>223</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
223 reviews

please stop looking any further. this is the best accommodation in Palermo. - you are within walking distance of all the attractions in Palermo - the accommodation is clean and comfortable - a big plus is Mauro the host, you feel at home and he helps you in every tricky situation

Ilona Germany
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Conveniently located in Palermo, Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b offers a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.4 km from Fontana Pretoria. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The units include a private bathroom, while selected rooms also offer a balcony and others also have a city view. At the bed and breakfast, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. There is a coffee shop on-site. Dining options are available close to the bed and breakfast. Popular points of interest near Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b include Palermo Cathedral, Teatro Politeama Palermo and Piazza Castelnuovo. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Palermo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Italian, Buffet

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Palermo
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  • Ilona
    Germany Germany
    “please stop looking any further. this is the best accommodation in Palermo. - you are within walking distance of all the attractions in Palermo - the accommodation is clean and comfortable - a big plus is Mauro the host, you feel at home and he...”
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent location . Mauro was very friendly and also very knowledgeable about Palermo.He was happy to give us ideas and some history info on places to visit. The shower was very good”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Mauro a great host who stepped in at an hour's notice when we didn't like out hotel. The B&B is on a quiet and elegant boulevard near the harbour, with lots of restaurants nearby. The room was charmingly old world, large and comfortable, with an...”
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.

Hosted by Mauro

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Mauro
Il Genio del Porto is an ancient genius who was the protector fo the whole town. You can find the sculpture of the Genius of the Port o one of the faces of the stele positioned in front of the main entrance of the port. And Mabbonath is the first known (phoenician) name of this town. Here you can stay in a healthy environment, in comfortable rooms with comfortable bathrooms and quality furnishings. I have created a breakfast room that will help you socialize and will remain open all day. You will find biscuits, tea and infusions to spend a few minutes of relax between a walk and a visit to museums or monuments. The WIFI is fast and all the rooms are air conditioned. There are some marine themed rooms that you will love! In addition, in the captain's suite you will have up to seven beds, two complete bathrooms and a spa bath. For all guests there is a rich Palermo and Sicily themed library with thousands of indications to give an extra touch to your stay. Finally you can leave your luggage in place from when you leave the room until the time of your departure. Take advantage of my kindness, I'm asking you!
Welcome to Palermo, the capital of the largest island in the Mediterranean sea. I am a journalist and I have worked for the major Italian newspapers. I am also an army officer, now retired. Now I have decided to follow my passion which is travel, and I am engaged in this sector by completely renovating a large apartment in the center of the city. Having guests like you is a great pleasure for me, I often talk with you because I am anxious to know some details of your city of origin, your habits, your customs. At the same time I am available every day to give you all the information you need to make your dream of a holiday in Sicily the best. I love cooking, especially Italian and Sicilian, but also many international recipes and in my (little) free time I practice the field target, a target shooting sport that takes me around the world for international competitions together with the Italian national team ! Also, and you will notice it, I love the sea and ships and I enjoy spending time reading and studying the history of the Second World War. I am also a passionate model maker.
We are in the center of the town which, in Palermo, coincides with the port area. So if you come with a ferry or have to take a ship to the smaller islands, this is the place. In addition, the airport shuttle stop is at two-minute walk from our b & b. From here you can reach all the major points of interest directly by walking and, if you want to use public transport, we are in the city center, there is no better place.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

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Facilities of Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
Fast free WiFi 308 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 23:30

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

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

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 6 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
Extra bed upon request
€ 35 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 35 per person, 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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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 Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b 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 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 19082053C102329

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b

  • Guests staying at Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Italian
    • Buffet

  • Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b is 750 yards from the centre of Palermo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b is from 13:00, and check-out is until 00:00.

  • The prices at Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Diving
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Walking tours

  • Room options at Il Genio del Porto - Mabbonath b&b include:

    • Triple
    • Quadruple
    • Double
    • Suite