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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 traditional 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 center of Balestrate, just a 5 minute walk from the marina and the sandy beach. The staff can advise on excursions and activities in the area including horseback riding, diving and wind surfing. Palermo is a 50 minute drive and a shuttle service is available to Palermo airport upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Located in the top-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!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
or
4 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Joanne
    Canada Canada
    Large bedrooms and we were welcome to socialize with our friends in the living room area.
  • Phillip
    United States of America United States of America
    Guisepi went out of his way to help me on my quest to find relatives in Balestrate. He drove me all over town talking to people trying to help me find them.
  • Jure
    Slovenia Slovenia
    Lovely hosts, charming b&b with great breakfast included

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
View
  • City view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit 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
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Italian

House rules

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

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs 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 need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

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

License number: 19082007C105017

FAQs about B&B Casa Ruffino

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from B&B Casa Ruffino. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at B&B Casa Ruffino include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Triple

  • B&B Casa Ruffino is 150 feet from the center of Balestrate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at B&B Casa Ruffino is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at B&B Casa Ruffino may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Horseback riding
    • Tennis equipment
    • Bar crawls
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beach
    • Themed dinners
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture