Vincenzo

B&B Federico Secondo

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(60 reviews)

Via Santa Cristina, 24 - Palermo (PA) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT082053C1R5A62ENO

Regional identification codeCIR: 19082053C102383

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Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
4

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

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

Description

Located in the Capital city of the Island, among Islamic influenced markets and beautiful baroque churches, Federico Secondo Bed & Breakfast provides every comfort to his guests. In fact, B&B Federico Secondo is located just in the historic centre of Palermo in the vicinity of the Cathedral, from which it's about only 15 meters, near the Cape Arabic Market and the Royal Palace, and in front of the famous antique flea market. Spending your holidays in this beautiful bed and breakfast, you can walk in the old city streets, where you can taste the magical atmosphere of the ancient popular markets. Choosing B&B Federico Secondo is the best way to spend your holidays without city movements problems.

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Pets of small size by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; pets may not sleep on beds; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times; pets are not allowed in communal spaces; pets must stay in their own cage or carrier

Features

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

Kitchenette
Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Smoke Friendly
Heating

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Smoking allowed
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker

House features

Historic house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions

Services of the house

Kitchenette
Terrace

Facilities and services

Laundry
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment

Location and surroundings

City centre
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: 4
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 4

Size of rooms

Between 21 and 30 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

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

Cleaning services

Daily

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

Metropolis - over 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
Metropolitan area
Historic centre
Shopping area

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

Breakfast is served in a room still inside the bed and breakfast, we serve both sweet and savory croissants, bread, rusks, biscuits Classic and typical Sicilian Brioche served with crushed ice in summer, Cheese, Butter and Mozzarella Cakes of many kinds, Cereals, Juices Various, Yogurt, Jams Various, Coffee, Milk, Tea, Chocolate, Cappuccino, Cannoli Cast of course, and all included in the price.

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Conditions

Check-in after 8:00 AM

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Area city center

A stonesthrow from the Building of the Norman ones, Cathedral, Raced Vittorio Emanuele, Flea market, Market of the Head.

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Very good

Overall Rating 8.9 / 10
60 reviews

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Very good

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9 (254 reviews)

What guests say

Reviews highlight the excellent central location, ideal for exploring Palermo's historic center and main attractions on foot. Rooms are described as spacious, modern, and generally very clean, with occasional comments about minor improvements in cleanliness or room darkening. The breakfast stands out for its abundance and local homemade cakes, highly appreciated by guests. Staff are considered friendly and helpful. Some travelers mention minor issues regarding access or parking, especially for those arriving by car. Overall, the property is highly recommended for a comfortable and practical stay in the heart of Palermo.

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stefano

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

stayed from 10/16/2025 to 10/19/2025

philipp

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stayed from 10/04/2025 to 10/06/2025

yuma

Overall the location was excellent and no matter which sightseeing spot we visited we could quickly come back and rest. The room was cute and sufficiently spacious. There was an elevator but for some reason it couldn't be used. The cannoli at breakfast was tastier than those I'd had elsewhere. We checked in after 6:00 PM, but they had arranged in advance so we could access the room. Other than the fact that the bath mat seemed a little dirty, it was a very satisfying stay.

stayed from 09/15/2025 to 09/17/2025

sara

Pleasant stay. Only drawback, in my opinion, the lack of a window. Thanks for the breakfast and the cordiality, Sara.

stayed from 08/25/2025 to 08/26/2025

giovanni carlo

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stayed from 08/22/2025 to 08/25/2025

nicolina

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

stayed from 07/08/2025 to 07/10/2025

giordano

Convenient structure, recently renovated, friendly staff, top breakfast.

stayed from 06/13/2025 to 06/16/2025

daniela

I stayed at the property for 4 days and I must say that everything was absolutely perfect. The location is great for reaching the main monuments and attractions on foot. The breakfast is varied and truly delicious, offering homemade typical Sicilian pastries, savory food, cappuccino, fruit juices, yogurt, cereals, etc. The room was lovely, very large, spacious, with a very quiet air conditioning. I highly recommend the stay!

stayed from 05/31/2025 to 06/04/2025

barbara

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stayed from 05/29/2025 to 05/31/2025

pierluigi

Location very close to the historic center, within the ZTL area. Paid parking, outside the ZTL about 7/8 minutes on foot. Comfortable and cozy rooms, excellent cleanliness, good and abundant breakfast. The manager is always available and kind. Highly recommended.

stayed from 05/20/2025 to 05/22/2025

eva

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stayed from 04/26/2025 to 04/29/2025

pamela

We had a very good time.

stayed from 12/27/2024 to 12/30/2024

indovini

Good value for money, strategic location, as a B&B even though simply there is everything, including excellent cassata for breakfast! Good hospitality.

stayed from 12/30/2024 to 01/01/2025

paola

Poorly maintained, I will not return.

stayed from 12/29/2024 to 01/01/2025

The answer from the host:
Buongiorno Mi dispiace per questa recensione ma potrei sapere cosa è successo? Grazie

marco

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

stayed from 10/19/2024 to 10/27/2024

bruno

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stayed from 10/28/2024 to 10/29/2024

maria

Excellent structure both for the central location and because it is brand new and for the quality offered for breakfast.

stayed from 09/18/2024 to 09/21/2024

fabrizio

I recommend this establishment. If I have the opportunity to spend another weekend in Palermo, I will definitely go there.

stayed from 09/18/2024 to 09/20/2024

antonella

B&B Federico Secondo, very clean just a few meters from the Cathedral, kind and very helpful managers. Excellent breakfast! Highly recommended.

stayed from 07/19/2024 to 07/24/2024

martina

Three nights in a very spacious deluxe room with everything needed: air conditioning, a large minibar, a spacious shower cabin, a bidet, and a wardrobe for clothes. The only drawbacks are: the bed creaks with every little movement, and the overall cleanliness is a bit rough. In short, it would take little, just a few details or precautions, to further improve. The breakfast is good in a cozy dedicated room with some homemade products and enough variety for every taste preference (sweets, savory, fruit, drinks). The location is excellent, close to the center. The staff is friendly, attentive, and available for any suggestions.

stayed from 08/18/2024 to 08/21/2024

marco

Beautiful room, the shower is huge. Impeccable cleanliness and breakfast beyond expectations. Great location but parking is not convenient.

stayed from 08/17/2024 to 08/18/2024

hanna-kaisa

Highly recommend and would come back again. Lovely, spacious, clean room and bathroom and a wonderful memory foam mattress on the bed. The place feels extremely safe and is situated so that it's also very quiet although close to everything you want to experience in Palermo. Breakfast was of high quality. Overall great value for money.

stayed from 07/05/2024 to 07/06/2024

susan

We had an enjoyable stay. Breakfast was good. Very clean. Couldn't find a fault. In a very good position for sightseeing.

stayed from 06/11/2024 to 06/18/2024

maria

The structure is located right in the historic center of Palermo, just behind the cathedral, in a strategic point to see the most important places of interest in the city. Vincenzo and Manuela were friendly, kind, and hospitable to give us the maximum comfort always with discretion. The breakfast is exquisite, especially the homemade cakes by Manuela, to the point that I stopped my "low carb" diet: it would have been a shame not to taste them! Not to mention the fresh cannoli every morning. The room was very spacious, comfortable, and clean. I highly recommend it!

stayed from 06/14/2024 to 06/17/2024

emanuela

Great structure. Clean and well organized. Large room equipped with all comforts. Attentive and helpful staff. Thank you very much.

stayed from 06/13/2024 to 06/14/2024

toni

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stayed from 06/08/2024 to 06/11/2024

maurizio

New structure and very central location, spacious and very clean rooms with daily towel change. Varied breakfast with local sweets made by them. Manager Mr. Vincenzo, very kind and available for any request. Gluten-free breakfast provided. We will definitely come back.

stayed from 04/30/2024 to 05/03/2024

franco

Everything went well, the room was clean and tidy. The noises coming from outside are well filtered by the windows. The breakfast is very good with a variety of masterful homemade pastries.

stayed from 04/06/2024 to 04/09/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie Tante

annalisa

Great. Very central. Well organized.

stayed from 03/13/2024 to 03/20/2024

géraldine

The breakfast could be a bit more varied.

stayed from 11/22/2023 to 11/26/2023

einhauser

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 7 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

Great location. Functional yet modern facility, perfect for sightseeing.

stayed from 09/16/2023 to 09/17/2023

aldo

New, clean, well-managed structure located in the historic city center.

stayed from 08/24/2023 to 08/27/2023

gaia

B&B very nice with a breakfast that can be called such. Very kind staff and very helpful in providing information both in person and via message. Highly recommended!

stayed from 07/25/2023 to 07/29/2023

tommaso

Great location, difficult to reach for those arriving by car and not familiar with the city. A few more directions wouldn't hurt. Public parking, not private.

stayed from 07/06/2023 to 07/08/2023

massimo

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stayed from 07/06/2023 to 07/08/2023

karin

This property is very secure, with spacious and clean rooms, positioned in a very central location. The hosts are very friendly and willing to help if you ask. I would highly recommend this property.

stayed from 07/03/2023 to 07/06/2023

andrea

We had a good time. Good welcome. Comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast. Night darkening to be improved (a lot of light in the morning). Strategic location to visit the historic center of Palermo.

stayed from 06/18/2023 to 06/20/2023

noemi

Nice B&B in the heart of Palermo, right behind the cathedral. Very kind and helpful hosts! Beautiful and spacious room, I would have appreciated a bit more attention to the cleanliness of the towels. Good breakfast with delicious homemade cakes, yogurt, fruit, and savory.

stayed from 06/11/2023 to 06/14/2023

jorrit

Lovely hosts.

stayed from 06/20/2023 to 06/24/2023

daniela

The B&B Federico Secondo, recently renovated, is located right behind the cathedral in a strategic position for visits to the historic center. Clean room and friendly and helpful hosts. To be considered for future stays in Palermo. Daniela.

stayed from 06/12/2023 to 06/13/2023

luciano

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stayed from 05/30/2023 to 06/01/2023

iulia

We liked everything about the B&B Federico Secondo.

stayed from 05/25/2023 to 05/29/2023

silvia

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stayed from 05/24/2023 to 05/26/2023

natale

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stayed from 09/15/2022 to 09/16/2022

laura

The building has been renovated and excellently refurbished in all spaces. Excellent and abundant breakfast, very central and strategic location for the main tourist sites. The setting is that of a small hotel rather than a bed and breakfast.

stayed from 08/20/2022 to 08/22/2022

chiara

Essentially furnished room, very tidy and clean, towels are changed daily as well as shower gel/soaps if needed. Breakfast is served by a girl and the hosts with great attention to details, offering homemade cakes, cannoli, coffee/cappuccino/tea, yogurt/fruit, and juices (all very good and in more than abundant quantities). Welcoming hospitality. I would gladly return. Highly recommended for short or long stays especially for visiting the city: it is indeed strategically located near the main points of interest and close to the bus departure point to Monreale.

stayed from 08/28/2022 to 08/31/2022

fabrizio

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stayed from 08/18/2022 to 08/25/2022

antonella

Excellent location just steps away from the points of interest in Palermo. Super helpful staff, especially Emanuela! Luggage storage available, both on arrival and departure. Blessed air conditioning on a day when Palermo reached nearly 43 degrees. Free parking available near the property, but remember to buy a daily permit for 5 euros from a tobacco shop to access the ZTL. Varied breakfast, including Sicilian sweets, served at the table and no longer buffet style, in accordance with anti-Covid regulations. I believe there is also the possibility to rent small apartments on the other side of the street. Worth considering when you visit Palermo. I will return.

stayed from 08/18/2022 to 08/19/2022

sonia

On the same day we arrived, the reservation was canceled with the excuse that we had not contacted them. They had two of our messages unanswered. They did nothing to find an alternative.

stayed from 06/18/2022 to 06/19/2022

lio

Example of healthy and young entrepreneurship. Really well done; good luck for the future.

stayed from 05/27/2022 to 05/28/2022

dino

We enjoyed it a lot. It was a very pleasant stay. Thank you.

stayed from 05/29/2022 to 05/30/2022

anton

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stayed from 04/30/2022 to 05/08/2022

sandro

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stayed from 04/27/2022 to 04/30/2022

lorella

The property is located in the heart of the historic center, just a few steps, real ones, from the cathedral. It is new, well-kept, and clean. The manager and the staff are very kind and helpful. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to visit Palermo and be comfortable and well received.

stayed from 07/15/2021 to 07/18/2021

The answer from the host:
Grazie tante è stato un piacere conoscervi.

ruben

I stayed 3 nights in this wonderful and quiet structure. Close to Teatro Massimo, Vucciria, etc. The owners are very kind and so is the staff. Highly recommended!

stayed from 06/29/2019 to 07/02/2019

adina

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stayed from 04/03/2018 to 04/05/2018

antonio

Kindness, professionalism, and courtesy characterize the personality of the managers thank you for everything.

stayed from 08/27/2017 to 08/31/2017

barbara

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stayed from 05/31/2017 to 06/05/2017

carlos

We stayed at this B&B when we were in Palermo. Great location and easy parking. The hotel staff is very attentive and friendly.

stayed from 08/13/2016 to 08/16/2016

sandra

Very good B&B if you come to visit Palermo.\n\nVery nice rooms and bathrooms, bedding, cleanliness level, very good and hearty breakfasts, accessibility to floors by elevators.\n\nOnly negative point: you need to prepare your arrival by downloading a map and not rely on a local map to easily find the street where the B&B is located.\n\nApart from this small downside, I highly recommend this B&B.

stayed from 10/17/2014 to 10/20/2014

The answer from the host:
Merci.

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