Gianluigi

Ada

TopBnB Excellent 9.6 / 10

(64 reviews)

Via XX Settembre, 81 - Ferrara (FE) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT038008C1YQGZYGEF

Regional identification codeCIR: 038008-BB-00044

Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
2

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

In the city center
Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Cheap
Very new
Shopping area
Near the station
The design of the property
Spectacular view

Description

Located in Ferrara, just 1.2 km from the Cathedral and 2.5 km from the Diamond Palace, the Ada B&B welcomes its guests with free WiFi, air conditioning, and a charming garden. The property, overlooking a green and panoramic view of the city, is only 3.2 km from Ferrara train station.

Bed linen and towels are provided as part of the stay experience.

Rooms and Rates

To accommodate the needs of all our guests, we regret that we cannot accept pets.

Features

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

Air Conditioning
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Fine Design
Charm
Heating
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker

House features

Historic house
19th century house
Recently restored house
Panoramic location
Insured house

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

Garden

Location and surroundings

City centre
Panoramic view
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

TV
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Historic furniture
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Every 2 other days

Services

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

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

City - between 100.000 and 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
Historic centre
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Fine design
Charm
Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

If we don't have any specific requests from the guests, we suggest offering: coffee, milk, tea, and juices accompanied by sweet pastries made by one of our city's finest pastry shops.

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Conditions

Check-in from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night

Area city center

Near us you can visit:

- The National Archaeological Museum, Costabili Palace, which houses the artifacts of the Etruscan city of Spina;
- The House of the Architect of the Este Court: Biagio Rossetti;
- The Monastery of St. Anthony in Polesine;
- The Monastery of Corpus Domini;
- The Church of Santa Maria in Vado;
- The Oratory of the Annunciation;
- Lapidary Civic Museum;
- Casa Romei;
- Schifanoia Palace;
- Bonacossi Palace;
- Paradiso Palace;
- Synagogues and Jewish Museum.

Airports

Bologna Airport - Borgo Panigale 42 Km
Reggio Emilia Airport 78 Km

Train Stations

Ferrara Train Station 2 Km

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Excellent

Overall Rating 9.6 / 10
64 reviews

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What guests say

Reviews consistently highlight the property's outstanding cleanliness, attention to detail, and welcoming atmosphere. Its central but peaceful location is ideal for exploring the city on foot. Guests repeatedly praise the generous and varied breakfast, as well as the fresh, quality products offered. The hosts are described as extremely kind, attentive, and available for advice on local attractions and restaurants. Rooms are comfortable, spacious, and tastefully decorated, offering every amenity. While a few guests note occasional parking difficulty, the overall quality of the accommodation and hospitality clearly outweighs this minor issue. Highly recommended for both short stays and exploring Ferrara and its surroundings.

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paolo

I found a care in the details that I have not seen even in 5-star hotels. Everything is in order, everything works, and nothing is missing. The owner is caring and kind.

stayed from 05/10/2025 to 05/11/2025

antonio

Very nice, comfortable, and clean structure. Mr. Gianluigi is very friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast with fresh products and a variety of options.

stayed from 03/26/2025 to 03/27/2025

irina

Clean and well-kept room, convenient location. Very kind host.

stayed from 03/29/2025 to 03/30/2025

gruppo

Very kind and attentive host to our needs.

stayed from 03/25/2025 to 03/28/2025

daniela

Great availability of the owner. The sweet and savory breakfast is well cared for and the coffee prepared with the moka is excellent, just like at home! An environment with great personality.

stayed from 10/19/2024 to 10/20/2024

remo

In addition to having already done it directly and personally, I would like to emphasize the courtesy and kindness of the manager.

stayed from 09/27/2024 to 09/29/2024

heike

Everything was outstanding, the breakfast was prepared with so much love for detail, just like everything else. We would like to thank you once again for the grand hospitality.

stayed from 09/09/2024 to 09/10/2024

fabio

Great bed and breakfast with attention to detail, clean, excellent breakfast quality with a wide selection in a great location. And above all, welcomed by Mr. Gianluigi, a very kind person and excellent advisor on what to see and where to eat well.

stayed from 07/06/2024 to 07/07/2024

gelbrig

We spent a perfect overnight stay with a delicious Italian breakfast. The city center is a 10-minute walk away and is very nice. The owner is incredibly kind and helpful. And, our bikes could be in the garage. We recommend it to everyone.

stayed from 06/09/2024 to 06/10/2024

teodor

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stayed from 05/24/2024 to 05/27/2024

eliseo

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stayed from 04/25/2024 to 04/27/2024

nadia

Strategic and very quiet location, the property underwent a very well-kept and tasteful restoration that gave us a very pleasant stay. A note of praise to the owner who was caring and attentive to every detail, also providing valuable advice on places to visit and food. Highly recommended for visiting Ferrara but also as a base for the surrounding areas.

stayed from 04/27/2024 to 04/29/2024

giorgio

An excellent bed and breakfast, very clean, Gianluigi welcomes you warmly keeping your parking spot.

stayed from 02/24/2024 to 02/25/2024

roberto

Great location, easily accessible from the center, yet sufficiently distant to have peace and quiet. The owner is very helpful in giving tips and very meticulous. We really liked it and we recommend it.

stayed from 01/13/2024 to 01/14/2024

andrea

We stayed for three nights at this beautiful, very elegant and extremely clean bed and breakfast. Both the room and the bathroom are spacious, equipped with all comforts. The bed and breakfast is in an excellent location to reach the city center with a pleasant 10-minute walk. Excellent welcome. The owner, Mr. Gianluigi, is a truly exceptional person, very kind and extremely helpful, while remaining extremely discreet. Always ready to provide useful advice on how and what to visit in the city and on quality restaurants or pastry shops. The breakfasts are plentiful and unforgettable, enlivened by pleasant chats with Mr. Gianluigi. Highly recommended. Rating 10.

stayed from 12/01/2023 to 12/04/2023

giuseppina

Beautiful, classy, and very clean structure.

stayed from 11/04/2023 to 11/05/2023

laura

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stayed from 10/31/2023 to 11/02/2023

paola

Great structure, very central to visit Ferrara. Thanks to Gianluigi and his wife for the welcome, the advice, and the breakfast with excellent local pastries.

stayed from 10/27/2023 to 10/29/2023

michela

We had a great time, the location is excellent, the manager is very kind and helpful, as well as very friendly. Excellent cleanliness, the rooms are spacious and very comfortable. Highly recommended!

stayed from 06/24/2023 to 06/25/2023

oriele

Recommendation: go there without fear. 10-15 minutes walk from the city center. Quiet neighborhood, little traffic. From the train station, bus 2, Ghisiglieri stop. 1 minute from the entrance. And above all there is Gianluigi. Affable, a skilled tour guide and historian, helpful and who pampers you at breakfast. 2 days and 3 perfect nights.

stayed from 05/06/2023 to 05/09/2023

giovanna

Excellent location from every point of view, extremely friendly, helpful and welcoming manager. We felt at home, pampered and guided with dignity and discretion. Highly recommended!

stayed from 04/22/2023 to 04/25/2023

giuseppe

Wonderful structure, cared for in every detail. Spacious rooms and impeccable cleanliness. In addition, Mr. Gianluigi is extremely helpful for everything and for every information.

stayed from 01/27/2023 to 01/29/2023

nadia

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stayed from 12/30/2022 to 01/02/2023

luca

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stayed from 10/14/2022 to 10/16/2022

marco

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stayed from 06/04/2022 to 06/05/2022

viviana

Beautiful experience, the Bed and Breakfast manager is extremely helpful and competent. I recommend it absolutely. Ferrara is a wonderful city.

stayed from 04/23/2022 to 04/25/2022

alessandro

Absolutely one of our best experiences in bed and breakfast in recent years. Mr. Gianluigi has been extremely caring since our phone contact, until we said goodbye. He was caring and very welcoming: he is a person with an exquisite way of interacting with people. The structure is delightfully cared for in every detail and, even this, allows the guest to feel immediately at ease. The decor is not obvious and I noticed that a great taste has been cleverly used even regarding the lighting of all the areas enjoyed by the guests. The room appeared delightfully welcoming to us: a very comfortable bed with a soft and warm blanket that was a real treat! Sheets of very beautiful quality, not the usual ones from industrial laundry, which alone are a plus. All the spaces and objects we had at our disposal were extremely clean and the air throughout the structure was clean and fresh, a detail that is not obvious and not always appreciable in many structures. Breakfast is served in a very familiar and spotlessly clean kitchen environment despite the many objects in the room that, however, increase its charm. The mise en place is pleasant and has a slight taste of the antique with unhemmed linen placemats that seem to come out of a home decor magazine also for the matching with the tableware: very simple but beautiful overall. Breakfast is very rich, Gianluigi really offers a lot of stuff! Our impression of this bed and breakfast is truly excellent and, if we return to visit Ferrara, it will be a pleasure for us to stay there again! Congratulations! Marilena and Alessandro, Parma.

stayed from 03/26/2022 to 03/27/2022

emanuela

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stayed from 03/19/2022 to 03/21/2022

massimo

Excellent structure, very kind manager, highly recommend.

stayed from 03/05/2022 to 03/06/2022

isabella

Staying here was extremely pleasant and comfortable. Everything, from Gianluigi's welcome to the individual spaces of the accommodation, is managed with care and taste. Gianluigi can recommend quality places, making you love Ferrara even before visiting it. It is also impossible not to appreciate the strategic location of the b&b. To be kept as a reference point for other stays in Ferrara.

stayed from 12/18/2021 to 12/19/2021

roberta

Fantastic stay, beyond all expectations, courtesy, kindness, availability, everything absolutely perfect! Ideal location for traveling to the city center. Highly recommended! Mr. Gianluigi, a true gentleman!

stayed from 08/31/2021 to 09/06/2021

alfredo

The manager makes you feel at home. Very kind. The environment is excellent, close to the center, 10 minutes. I highly recommend it.

stayed from 09/25/2020 to 09/28/2020

eleonora

Great location, friendly and precise manager, it was a good experience, the room well cared for, what can I say I recommend it excellent.

stayed from 02/07/2020 to 02/08/2020

emanuela

Great welcome, excellent cleanliness. Very helpful manager. Very well-kept structure. Highly recommended.

stayed from 11/30/2019 to 12/02/2019

roberto

Beautiful room, excellent reception, maximum availability, everything very well-kept and functional.

stayed from 10/31/2019 to 11/03/2019

gianluigi

Gianluigi is an exceptional host. He picked us up by car at the train station and brought us back on time when we left. During our two days in Ferrara, he was very attentive. He served us delicious breakfasts. His house is very comfortable and tastefully furnished. In short, a stay we will remember.

stayed from 10/21/2019 to 10/23/2019

flavio

Impeccable cleanliness, great breakfast, and super friendly host in a cozy house in the historic center. Recommended!

stayed from 10/04/2019 to 10/06/2019

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Flavio, siamo veramente gratificati dal suo apprezzamento e la ringraziamo, anche per la sua distinzione. Gianluigi e Iole.

simone

Excellent and punctual welcome. Cozy, spacious and comfortable room. Abundant breakfast with quality products.

stayed from 09/28/2019 to 09/29/2019

gaia

We stayed one night at this property that truly lacks nothing, starting from the traditional exposed brick facade, a distinctive feature of Ferrarese houses: the discreet and caring courtesy of the owner, Mr. Gianluigi, introduced us to a room with a ceiling with exposed wooden beams, very quiet, not large but equipped with every comfort and a spacious and efficient bathroom; breakfast, served in the charming ground floor kitchen, offers a wide choice of drinks and sweets. Located in a slightly off-center and therefore very quiet position, the B&B Ada is a walk away from both the center and the walls. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/20/2019 to 08/21/2019

francesca

The house is very beautiful, the rooms are spacious and elegant, the breakfast is excellent and abundant. Close to the center, which can be reached on foot in a few minutes, and close to the magnificent Archaeological Museum of Ferrara, which preserves very interesting artifacts from the ancient city of Spina. The owner Gianluigi is very kind and helpful. He provided us with useful information and made us feel like we were at home.

stayed from 07/20/2019 to 07/22/2019

eugenio

We felt comfortable, as if we were part of the family and at home. We could not have wished for more.

stayed from 06/10/2019 to 06/14/2019

luciana

Hospitality, courtesy, attention made our stay special.\n\nEverything is clean, functional, comfortable, and beautiful in this house and the breakfast is excellent.\n\nMr. Gianluigi and his wife gave us valuable advice to make the most of our time and the flavors of their city.\n\nTo them our heartfelt thanks.

stayed from 04/12/2019 to 04/14/2019

stefano

What can I say? Everything beautiful, everything perfect, manager very friendly and above all available for every customer need.

stayed from 03/30/2019 to 03/31/2019

paola

Fantastic stay at this B&B. The structure is very beautiful, spotlessly clean, equipped with every comfort and necessity, the beds very comfortable and everything renovated to perfection. The homeowners are uniquely kind and attentive to the needs of the guests and above all very helpful. The breakfast is superb, rich and varied. In short, we felt right at home. I gave them all 10, well deserved. Thank you Mr. Gianluigi & Mrs., we will be back soon!

stayed from 03/15/2019 to 03/17/2019

paolo

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stayed from 03/16/2019 to 03/17/2019

marianna

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stayed from 03/09/2019 to 03/11/2019

claudia

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stayed from 10/17/2018 to 10/18/2018

elisa

The owners of the Ada property are very kind and helpful. The rooms are spacious and very beautiful. The breakfast is abundant and excellent. The location is good, although walking back in the evening is not ideal if you are traveling alone. I absolutely recommend it.

stayed from 10/04/2018 to 10/07/2018

pasquale

Yes, indeed we stayed from the 20th to the 22nd of September. We spent three nights in this splendid Bed and Breakfast. The owner (Mr. Gianluigi) was incredibly kind and helpful. Customer care, grace, and taste in the choices related to the structure made our stay truly pleasant. The structure, well renovated and very clean, is very close to the center (less than 15 minutes from the castle) - very close to excellent restaurants. I don't give a perfect 10 only for one thing that certainly doesn't depend on the structure itself; unfortunately, despite there being plenty of free parking nearby, it's not always easy to find a spot, but Gianluigi takes care of reserving a spot.

stayed from 09/21/2018 to 09/23/2018

enrica

Excellent structure, clean, unique, well organized and served.

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

adele

The stay at the Ada B&B was fantastic. The B&B is very beautiful, extremely clean, equipped with every comfort and necessity. The hosts are exceptional people, welcoming, discreet, attentive to guests' needs, extraordinarily kind. And what about the breakfast? Rich, varied, delicious. In short, we couldn't have asked for anything better!

stayed from 08/22/2018 to 08/25/2018

gerardo

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stayed from 04/20/2018 to 04/23/2018

daniele

A place where you really feel at home. Comfortable rooms and spacious bathrooms, all extremely clean. Owners as friendly and professional as family. Located in the center of Ferrara. I hope to return soon.

stayed from 04/19/2017 to 04/20/2017

The answer from the host:
Vi ringraziamo per l'apprezzamento e speriamo di rivedervi, così da poter proseguire nella piacevolissima conoscenza. Gianluigi e Iole.

letizia

I stayed at this wonderful B&B. It was a beautiful discovery. Semi-central location 10 minutes from the center (on foot). Staff to say the least wonderful. Very friendly and very helpful. Excellent breakfast with top quality products.

stayed from 12/30/2017 to 01/02/2018

andrea

We spent two nights in this splendid Bed & Breakfast, the owners are of an impressive kindness and availability. Attention to the customer, grace, and taste in the choices related to the structure, made our stay truly delightful. We will certainly be back soon. Additionally: - very close to the center (less than 15 minutes from the castle) - very close to excellent restaurants. I don't give it a full 10 only for one thing that certainly does not depend on the structure itself, unfortunately, as much free parking is available in the immediate vicinity, it is not always easy to find. A minor issue compared to everything else in the experience that we hope to repeat soon.

stayed from 12/08/2017 to 12/10/2017

eleonora

Excellence in everything, I have never been so well, followed from the first day to the last, from the car parking, to the permit in the ZTL area, to the perfect structure, to the breakfast with my numerous intolerances.\n\nThank you again for everything.

stayed from 10/06/2017 to 10/08/2017

serena

Everything perfect! Thank you for the kind hospitality.

stayed from 03/18/2017 to 03/19/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie a voi di averci selezionati. Siete stati ospiti eccellenti che speriamo di poter di nuovo avere. Cordialità Gianluigi e Iole.

barbara

What can I say, a truly unique stay. The dedication of Gianluigi, supported by Iole, taking care of his guests, deserves a ten out of ten! Available to provide information and suggestions even before arrival, present and full of attentions during our stay, while maintaining extreme discretion. The structure, a typical Ferrarese house, is elegant and welcoming, tastefully furnished and embellished with delightful ceramic objects. Sumptuous breakfast rich in specialties of traditional Ferrarese pastry, always different and very fresh every morning. Also appreciated the opportunity to use the bicycles provided by the B&B to discover the city from a different perspective and appreciate its livability. Guaranteed atmosphere, only one warning, you will feel nostalgic.

stayed from 12/29/2016 to 01/01/2017

raffaele

Superlative! Quiet and strategic location from which you can reach the historic center on foot in 10 minutes and, alternatively, the Montagnone Park where the majestic green belt of the monumental ramparts begins. The room, meticulously cared for in every detail, envelops in a precious silence with its impeccable loveliness, supported by brand new services with surgical hygiene. The welcome from Iole and Gianluigi is of a familiar type, like being guests of rediscovered friends. Very well-kept and generous breakfast, open to a variety of tastes. A stay of sensitivity, cordiality, and availability.

stayed from 10/19/2016 to 10/20/2016

leonardo

Great location, great value for money, impeccable room. From the booking, they have been very kind, friendly, and ready to provide help and information. The Bed and Breakfast Ada is a 7-8 minute walk from the center of Ferrara, very convenient. Very nice and spacious room.

stayed from 10/01/2016 to 10/02/2016

giuseppe

Fantastic welcome, fantastic owners and above all decent people.

stayed from 09/27/2016 to 09/28/2016

sebastiano

A true Bed and Breakfast, not just a room rental. Very welcoming and carefully furnished by Gianluigi and Iole, who are very kind and helpful in providing information and informative material about the city. Excellent and high-quality breakfast with also "Organic" foods and a lot of food available to guests at any time. Highly recommended.

stayed from 06/24/2016 to 06/26/2016

elisa

Delightful Bed and Breakfast: welcoming and well-kept in every detail. Gianluigi and Iole are very kind, helpful, and attentive. If we were to return to Ferrara, we would not hesitate to go back to them.\n\nElisa and Paola.

stayed from 06/29/2016 to 06/29/2016

brunella

Very pleasant stay in a welcoming structure as well as the managers.

stayed from 05/21/2016 to 05/23/2016

The answer from the host:
È stato un piacere avervi ospiti. Grazie a voi. Gianluigi.