Franca Maria

B&B Conte Umberto

Excellent 9.5 / 10

(31 reviews)

Via Amendola, 172a - Salemi (TP) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT081018C135MAEJF4

Regional identification codeCIR: 19081018C103097

Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
1

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

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

Description

The house, restored and well furnished, is located in the main street of Salemi, a few steps from the Castle Frederick, archaeological museums, Renaissance epic Garibaldi and Museum of Mafia, and twelve churches, rich in works of arts.

Guests can use a kitchen, a dining-hall with sofa and TV, one comfortable bedroom and private bathrooms, wide view over the Val di Mazara and Marsala, 450 mt sea level. Reserved parking, ventilation and heating, plentiful breakfast and cleaning services are guaranteed.

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):

Disabled Access
Kitchenette
Air Conditioning
Parking
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Smoke Friendly
Heating

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Disabled Access
Rooms with air conditioning
Smoking allowed
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker
Spanish speaker

House features

Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions

Services of the house

Kitchenette
Access for the disabled
Garage / parking

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: 1
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 1

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Terrace / balcony
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Small town - between 5000 and 25000 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

Holiday themes - house features

Family

Breakfast

Breakfast consists of: MILK, COFFEE, CAPPUCCINO, TEA, FRESH SEASONAL FRUIT, YOGURT, CROISSANTS, JAM, HONEY, FRUIT JUICE, ETC.

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My name is Franca Maria Gandolfo and I have been managing this B&B since 2001. Mine was a heartfelt choice: I have always deeply believed in the value and beauty of the historic center of Salemi, and it is here that I wanted to start my business.

I am a sunny and precise person, and I dedicate a lot of attention to the care and cleanliness of the rooms, so that every guest can feel at ease in an orderly and welcoming context.

I live in the apartment above the B&B, so I am present and easily available for any need or requirement that may arise during the stay. I have been passionate about what I do for over twenty years, trying to offer a kind and attentive welcome to anyone who decides to discover our village.

Website

Response rate: High

Response time: within a few hours

Conditions

Check-in from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Area city center

The B&B is conveniently located within easy driving distances to some of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. It takes only 15 minutes by car to reach the magnificent archaeological site of Segesta and just 20 minutes to get to the impressive ruins of Selinunte. The charming town of Erice is also within easy reach, as it's only a 30-minute drive away. If you're looking to visit the historic city of Marsala, the picturesque town of Mazara or the stunning Scopello-Castellammare coastline, you'll be pleased to know that they are all reachable within just 30 minutes by car from the B&B. The Birgi Airport is also conveniently located just 30 minutes away by car. If you're flying into the Falcone-Borsellino Airport in Palermo, the B&B is approximately 90km away, making it a great choice for a comfortable and convenient stay.

Airports

Trapani Airport 28 Km
Palermo Airport - Punta Raisi 49 Km

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Excellent

Overall Rating 9.5 / 10
31 reviews

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Excellent

9.6 (16 reviews)

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Good

8 (1 review)

What guests say

Reviews praise the property for its outstanding cleanliness, central and convenient location—especially for guests attending ceramics courses in Salemi—and the welcoming nature of the hosts. Many guests highlight the spectacular panoramic views from balconies or terraces, the comfortable and well-designed interiors, and the quality of the breakfast provided, though a few mentioned occasional issues with breakfast organization at partner cafés. The overall atmosphere is calm and homely, with the hosts often going out of their way to assist guests. There are rare mentions of technical issues or noise disturbances, but the property is consistently recommended as an excellent choice for a comfortable stay in Salemi’s historic center.

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emilia

I stayed at Conte Umberto for a week while attending a course at Salemi Ceramics. The proximity to the school was unbeatable, only a one-minute walk away. This is a two-bedroom B&B with a shared living space and kitchen area. The space was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Franca's hospitality was exceptional and made me feel very welcome in Salemi. She is so generous and her attention to our comfort during our stay was deeply appreciated. If I return, I hope to stay here again. Thank you, Franca!

stayed from 07/12/2026 to 07/18/2026

The answer from the host:
Grazie di cuore per la sua splendida recensione! Siamo davvero felici che abbia apprezzato l'alloggio, la pulizia e la posizione. È stato un piacere ospitarla e speriamo di poterla accogliere nuovamente in futuro. A presto!

bonita

Excellent B&B. I would highly recommend. I'm definitely going to return.

stayed from 06/27/2026 to 07/04/2026

The answer from the host:
Dear, it was a pleasure to host you. Thank you so much for choosing us! We hope to welcome you again soon.

kathryn

This was the perfect place to stay for my week at the Salemi Ceramics studio. The location was perfect, the house was spotlessly clean and the host was wonderful.

stayed from 06/21/2026 to 06/27/2026

The answer from the host:
Thank you for choosing us, it was a pleasure hosting you.

lisa

Such a lovely stay — it genuinely felt like a home away from home. The location couldn’t be better: just moments from Salemi Ceramics, which made attending their workshops an absolute breeze, and only a short walk to the cafés and the centre of town. The host was wonderfully welcoming and went above and beyond to make sure everything was comfortable. The space itself was cosy, calm, and exactly what you want to come back to after a day of clay, culture, and wandering. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Salemi, especially if you’re here for a ceramics course.

stayed from 06/14/2026 to 06/20/2026

The answer from the host:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you felt at home and appreciated our convenient location, close to the main street and city center, as well as the peaceful surroundings. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. See you soon! 🤗✨

anwen

Breakfast was included, but I did not need it, so I haven’t rated this part.

stayed from 05/31/2026 to 06/06/2026

krista

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

stayed from 05/03/2026 to 05/09/2026

The answer from the host:
We are happy to have hosted you, thank you for choosing our property.

alissar

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

stayed from 02/28/2026 to 03/16/2026

The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver scelto il nostro B&B

elise

I stayed at Conte Umberto for two weeks during a ceramics course, and it was the perfect place to come home to after long days. It was incredibly convenient to the studio, cozy, quiet, and had beautiful views from the two terraces. The host and her family kept the space very clean and provided coffee and a small breakfast every morning. I highly recommend staying here if you're looking for a peaceful place in the old town - it was perfect!

stayed from 02/15/2026 to 02/28/2026

The answer from the host:
Elise, we are happy to have you as our guest and thank you for choosing us.

leor

Great B&B with very kind and helpful hosts, exactly what was needed for the week!

stayed from 10/19/2025 to 10/25/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie e lieti di averti ospitato..!

joanne

Very clean. Very close to the Ceramics School. No heat, hot water, or internet for the first three days. I had to ask for assistance. After intervention, the internet worked for a day. There were problems getting in and out of the access door because of an old and odd procedure for opening and closing it. No orientation was given about any aspects of the accommodation. The host who lived upstairs did not check in with me during my stay. No English was spoken.

stayed from 11/16/2025 to 11/29/2025

The answer from the host:
Dispiace comunicare che la suddetta recenziobe non corrisponde a verità. Infatti il B&B viene riscaldato da una pompa di calore funzionante e regolabile autonomamente, la quale risultava accesa con una temperatura di circa 30 gradi. L acqua è riscaldata da una caldaia regolarmente funzionante, tranne nel momento in cui l ospite manipola l interruttore. La linea WiFi è veloce e funzionante, tranne quando salta la rete internet esterna, non dipendente dal nostro impianto. Il portone di accesso è nuovo e funzionante. Durante il soggiorno è stato chiesto via what app se tutto andasse bene. La colazione è stata servita tutti i giorni all' orario indicato dell'ospite e soddisfacendo le proprie richieste personali. L'ospite ha avuto ha sua disposizione un intero appartamento, completo di tutti i confort, semplice e intuitivo nell'utilizzare i beni e i servizi offerti.

margaretha

Beautiful.

stayed from 10/26/2025 to 11/01/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie a te, graditi di averti ospitato

brontie

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

I highly recommend this B&B. It was immaculately clean and well appointed. The hosts were lovely. The view is one to remember. It has a great location in the old town of Salemi. They provide breakfast, but I did not need it due to other arrangements.

stayed from 09/14/2025 to 09/28/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie,è stato un piacere ospitarte, alla prossima

jenny

I had a lovely time while doing a ceramics course in Salemi. The room is quiet and clean and Franca is an increasingly attentive host.

stayed from 08/02/2025 to 08/09/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie, è stato un piacere ospitarte..

mackenzie

Property very close to Salemi ceramics in the old town. Very comfortable with lovely hostess.

stayed from 06/29/2025 to 07/05/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver scelto questo B&B,lieta di averti ospitato.

katharina

I stayed here during the ceramics class and had such a good time! The house was very charming. I had great breakfast! Would highly recommend!

stayed from 07/13/2025 to 07/19/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie,lieta di averti ospitato.

martina

Manuela is the perfect host always ready to help and make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The property is located on one of the main street, but not too close to any bars, so the nights are quiet. I would definitely recommend this property if you're planning to stay in Salemi.

stayed from 06/15/2025 to 06/28/2025

The answer from the host:
Martina, grazie per aver scelto il B&B Conte Umberto.Lieta di averti ospitato..

kat

I stayed here while I was at the Salemi Ceramics workshop and it was a perfect stay. Franca was the perfect host and the property was excellent. Would recommend to anyone.

stayed from 06/01/2025 to 06/07/2025

rebecca

Everything was amazing, location perfect and host super lovely, would highly recommend and stay again!

stayed from 04/27/2025 to 05/03/2025

randi

It was so nice to stay at B&B Conte Umberto. We got completely stuck in the narrow streets upon arrival, but Nicola helped us and guided us down to a nearby parking lot and then drove us up to the apartment. Every day we got a delicious breakfast with croissants, fresh fruit, yoghurt and coffee and tea. The apartment had two balconies and a fantastic view from both the kitchen and bedroom. We enjoyed ourselves very much and were very well looked after by Nicola and his mother.

stayed from 09/30/2024 to 10/04/2024

alex

Perfect location, perfect accommodation, perfect host, perfect breakfast! Everything was perfect! Thank you!

stayed from 07/20/2024 to 08/04/2024

annette

Wonderful place and wonderful and helpful host. The rooms are fantastic and the view from the balcony is spectacular. The property is located very close to the Salemi Ceramics (only a few steps) and 5 minutes walk to Piazza Liberty and town center. All in all, very perfect. Very charming Italian city.

stayed from 08/17/2024 to 08/24/2024

jenni

Very nice and super clean apartment. The location is superb! I can highly recommend!

stayed from 06/30/2024 to 07/06/2024

marie

Franca was very welcoming, the apartment was at street level in the Historic district near museums, a castle, and beautiful churches. The rooms were beautiful and cleaned every day. The view from the back windows with balconies was a beautiful vista of the countryside. The breakfast was incredible! Croissants, cakes, yogurt, and many fresh fruits. Organic teas, coffee, tea, and bottled water were included.

stayed from 06/23/2024 to 06/29/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie Marie. Onorata di averti ospitata...

matthew

This is an entire apartment with full kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living room. Both the kitchen and the bedroom had balconies with sweeping views of the Belice Valley of grape vineyards, wheat fields, and olive groves, ultimately with the Mediterranean Sea in the distance. The host was very kind and accommodating.

stayed from 06/09/2024 to 06/15/2024

jillian

The B&B is spacious, clean, within a 5-10 minute walk of everything you need in Salemi. The host is friendly and kind. The views from the balcony across Sicily towards the sea were amazing!

stayed from 06/02/2024 to 06/08/2024

anne

The owner is kind and nice. The room is very comfortable and clean. I particularly enjoyed the view. The B&B Conte Umberto is located right in the historic center near the monastery where the Salemi Ceramics course is held. The rich breakfast is included. I am very satisfied with my stay.

stayed from 05/12/2024 to 05/18/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie a te Anne per aver scelto il B&B Conte Umberto .Un caro saluto Franca

essi

Excellent place in every point of view.

stayed from 05/05/2024 to 05/11/2024

peter

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

stayed from 04/21/2024 to 04/27/2024

georg

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

stayed from 04/22/2023 to 04/23/2023

irene

Very welcoming B&B and certainly very clean. The location is central and fully met our needs. Mrs. Franca welcomed us warmly and provided us with everything we needed for a pleasant stay. So, it was a satisfying experience in itself. The only downside, if you can call it that, was the excessive noise coming from the apartment above, from evening until late at night, which created quite a few problems for us who travel and need rest, making it difficult to fall asleep and waking us up later on. Another issue was breakfast, as Mrs. allowed us to have it at an affiliated bar, which, however, remained devoid of any kind of food until almost 11, making us go back and forth with the ticket several times and only managing to complete the breakfast included in the price late in the morning. So nothing to object to in itself, but just a piece of advice for Mrs. Franca, who was so helpful, to also manage the stay-related services a bit better, as they make a difference in an experience to possibly repeat or recommend.

stayed from 03/18/2023 to 03/19/2023

antonino

Salemi, a clean, welcoming and exquisite B&B. For some time I had been thinking of visiting my birthplace Salemi. From Monday 23 to Wednesday 25 September I did it and I found a modern and well-kept B&B Conte Umberto. Already when booking it, I was curious to see what this B&B Conte Umberto was. Upon arrival, I could see and appreciate the harmony of the warm and welcoming decor right away. At my age (80 years old) I don't know if I will stay again in this magnificent B&B Conte Umberto. However, in hindsight, I would like to thank Mrs. Gandolfo for her courtesy and spirit of collaboration. Tonino Armata.

stayed from 09/23/2019 to 09/25/2019