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All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels.

Location, detail in decoration, everything was brand new! There was espresso capsules for a quick coffee! Really appreciated! I also liked that there was communication with the manager and they answered all our questions giving us great recommendations!

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9.1
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Set within 600 metres of Parco Ducale Parma and 7.2 km of Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Residenza Via Verdi offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Parma. The property is close to Cattedrale di Parma, Baptistery of Parma and Galleria Nazionale di Parma. The property is 200 metres from Parma Train Station, and within 700 metres of the city centre.

Staff made sure of arrival time for check in and also explained the use of appliances for coffee and such.

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9.2
Superb
229 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

At the bed and breakfast, every unit has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, certain units are equipped with a kettle and chocolates or cookies.

Beautiful place, very nice and helpful host. Breakfast with delicious homemade cakes. Excellent stay.

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9.7
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a microwave, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

Great apartment, very spacious, beautiful building, very clean and well located.

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9.1
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

Well located in Parma, Opera 11 r&b provides a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. It is located 1.4 km from Parma Train Station and offers a shared kitchen. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

A car rental service is available at the bed and breakfast.

This is a wonderful little place where everything is nice and clean and new. We had a single night in a lovely room with a/c on the top floor, and the host couple are the nicest and most helpful people you can imagine. We arrived late and yet Roberto took the time to come and help with street parking. His wife was in charge of the breakfast, and was as sweet as an angel. We were recommended a small Italian restaurant nearby. We surrendered to the waiter's recommendations and were not disappointed. Parma is a beautiful city, it was a shame we didn't have more time there.

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9.4
Superb
207 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

At the guest house, every unit comes with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony. At the guest house, each unit has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Great location, nice rooms and there was even a garden we could use. Communication was easy and clear both prior to check in and during our stay. We really enjoyed our stay and would consider coming back when next time in Parma.

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9.4
Superb
242 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Offering inner courtyard views and free WiFi, Residenza Pezzani offers accommodation situated conveniently in Parma, within a short distance of Parco Ducale Parma, Palazzo della Pilotta and Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Steccata. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The property is 600 metres from Parma Train Station, and within 400 metres of the city centre.

Everything was perfect, from the fact that is located right in the heart of Parma to the fact that it's clean and quiet.

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9.1
Superb
575 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Boasting a garden and views of garden, B&B Podere Merlo is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Parma, 3.8 km from Parma Train Station. It is situated 4.6 km from Parco Ducale Parma and offers a housekeeping service. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The hosts Francesco and Angelica were very kind. The property is a renovated farmhouse and it is very quaint and charming. Breakfast is impeccable with all cakes made by Angelica.

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9.7
Exceptional
199 reviews
Price from
US$151
per night

All units are air-conditioned and some of them feature a seating area with a TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and bathrobes, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Bed, big room, great and clean bathroom. Quiet area, safe parking, friendly host.

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9.2
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
US$145
per night

Some units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are equipped with desk and outdoor furniture. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also boast a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, units have bed linen and towels.

Everything. The owner was always there in the morning with a good word, various suggestions and of course, the amazing breakfast. The room and common area were big, nicely decorated, spotlessly clean, comfortable and very functional. I look forward to visiting again!

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9.3
Superb
359 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

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  • Villa Gelsomina
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 109 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Villa Gelsomina is located in Parma, 47 km from Parma Train Station and 41 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre.

    Very nice personnel and big room and lovely breakfast

  • AriediParma - Rooms&apartments
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews

    AriediParma - Rooms&apartments features accommodation situated 800 metres from the centre of Parma and provides a garden and a terrace.

    Accoglienza ottima, camera spaziosa, pulita e confortevole. .

  • B&B Podere Merlo
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 199 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, B&B Podere Merlo is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Parma, 3.8 km from Parma Train Station.

    Everything! Parking is very easy with straightforward access.

  • Le Stanze di Rigoletto
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 358 reviews

    Situated within 700 metres of Parco Ducale Parma and 7.6 km of Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Le Stanze di Rigoletto features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Parma.

    Good location, welcoming hosts, clean, lovely breakfast!

  • B&B Opera
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 581 reviews

    Located in the centre of Parma, B&B Opera provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. It is set 500 metres from Parco Ducale Parma and offers luggage storage space.

    The host met us at the door. He was very pleasant.

  • Il Trovatore Rooms
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 21 reviews

    Il Trovatore Rooms is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in the centre of Parma, 500 metres from Parma Train Station and 600 metres from Parco Ducale Parma.

    Pulizia e posizione, comodissimo per il centro e la stazione ferroviaria

  • Acero Giallo
    Breakfast options
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 208 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Acero Giallo features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 6.8 km from Parma Train Station.

    Stefano è un host davvero attento e accorto… Grazie mille 🤩

  • Le Camere di Bsuites Affittacamere
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 505 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Parco Ducale Parma and 9.4 km of Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Le Camere di Bsuites Affittacamere offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Parma.

    great location, very cozy and well decorated room!

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  • Luigi in Palazzo Bianchi
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 410 reviews

    Only 50 metres from the Parma Cathedral and 500 metres from Palazzo della Pilotta, Luigi in Palazzo Bianchi is located in the centre of Parma. The property offers free Wi-Fi and free bike rental.

    Central location, very nice host! Highly recommended!

  • B&B Parma Centro
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Parma, the recently renovated B&B Parma Centro offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

    La posizione è la gentilezza del proprietario sempre disponibile ad ogni esigenza

  • Le PALME
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,502 reviews

    Situated in Parma, 2.9 km from Parma Train Station, Le PALME features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    Easy communication, clean room, everything we needed

  • Rooms Don Alfonso
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 540 reviews

    Situated in Parma and within 1.8 km of Parma Train Station, Rooms Don Alfonso has a bar, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi. It is set 1.8 km from Parco Ducale Parma and offers luggage storage space.

    Very clean, big bathroom, good beds, good location!

  • PATTY'S GUESTHOUSE
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 381 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, PATTY'S GUESTHOUSE is an accommodation located in Parma, 3.3 km from Parma Train Station and 3.9 km from Parco Ducale Parma.

    Posizione ottima, pochi minuti dal centro anche a piedi

  • Parma Room Station
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews

    Located in Parma City Centre of Parma, within 400 metres of Parco Ducale and 300 metres of Parma Train Station, Parma Room Station offers accommodation with free WiFi.

    Room was ok, clean, comfortable for one-night stay.

  • Masnadieri 18
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 381 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Masnadieri 18 features accommodation with terrace, around 3.5 km from Parma Train Station.

    Ottima struttura, Molto confortevole e rilassante .

  • B. & B. NABUCCO
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 162 reviews

    B. & B. NABUCCO is set in Parma, 1.4 km from Parma Train Station, 1.3 km from Parco Ducale Parma, and 6.3 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre.

    Best clean, host are very kind , highly recommended

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  • B&B Alla Villa
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, B&B Alla Villa is situated in Parma, 5.8 km from Parco Ducale Parma and 12 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre.

  • Palazzo Gozzi Bed & Beauty
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 505 reviews

    Set 100 metres from Parco Ducale and featuring free WiFi, Palazzo Gozzi Bed & Beauty offers accommodation in Parma. Each room at this bed and breakfast is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV.

    These guys are so nice and made our stay in Parma.

  • Palazzo Liberati Apartments
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 79 reviews

    Situated within 1.2 km of Parma Train Station and 600 metres of Parco Ducale Parma in the centre of Parma, Palazzo Liberati Apartments features accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchen.

    A great appartement with all you need on perfect spot

  • B&b Campus
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews

    Located in Parma and only 4.8 km from Parma Train Station, B&b Campus provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Gentilezza dell'host, disponibilità e pulizia.

  • Opera 11 r&b
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 207 reviews

    Well located in Parma, Opera 11 r&b provides a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. It is located 1.4 km from Parma Train Station and offers a shared kitchen. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

    Cozy accommodation in a quiet part of the old town. Kind, caring host.

  • B&B Il Parco
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 143 reviews

    B&B Il Parco is located in Parma. It offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The apartment will provide you with a air conditioning and a seating area.

    la pulizia e l’offerta di alimenti e bevande per la colazione

  • Royal Suite Parma con Piscine Calda e Fredda
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews

    Set in Parma, 7.1 km from Parma Train Station and 7.8 km from Parco Ducale Parma, Royal Suite Parma con Piscine Calda e Fredda offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Het onthaal en de faciliteiten, het ontbijt , pico bello

  • Villino di Porporano
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 323 reviews

    Set in a quiet area, this bed and breakfast is located 4 km from the centre of Parma. It features a large garden, elegant rooms, and free WiFi.

    lovely staff, gorgeous gardens, lovely decor, wonderful food and pool.

  • Il villino della duchessa
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, garden view and a terrace, Il villino della duchessa is located in Parma. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    Ruime suite op de benedenverdieping van een statige villa. Heerlijk ontbijt in de tuin.

  • Residenza Via Verdi
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 229 reviews

    Set within 600 metres of Parco Ducale Parma and 7.2 km of Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Residenza Via Verdi offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Parma.

    The close vicinity to the station and the city centre.

  • La Luna nel Pozzo
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 108 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, La Luna nel Pozzo is a guest house situated in a historic building in Parma, 7.2 km from Parma Train Station.

    Lovely and helpful owners, beautiful place, good home-made breakfast.

  • GLAM PARMA
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 116 reviews

    GLAM PARMA is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Parma, 1.3 km from Parma Train Station and 700 metres from Parco Ducale Parma.

    Very clean comfortable room, really nice bathroom. Smooth check in.

  • Residenza Pezzani
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 575 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views and free WiFi, Residenza Pezzani offers accommodation situated conveniently in Parma, within a short distance of Parco Ducale Parma, Palazzo della Pilotta and Sanctuary...

    Great facilities. Big bathroom. Netflix on TV was a bonus.

  • Palazzo Borgocolonne Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Parma Train Station and a 12-minute walk of Parco Ducale Parma in the centre of Parma, Palazzo Borgocolonne Apartments provides accommodation with free WiFi and a...

    Very clean, comfortable and fully digitally connected Awesome

  • Civico 8 B&B - Appartamento
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 37 reviews

    Set in Parma, 3.1 km from Parma Train Station and 3.7 km from Parco Ducale Parma, Civico 8 B&B - Appartamento offers air conditioning.

    La pulizia della stanza e la disponibilità del personale

  • Mentana Rooms
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Mentana Rooms is an accommodation situated in Parma, 8.6 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre and 500 metres from Cattedrale di Parma.

    The host was very kind. The room was big and clean.

  • Salina Luxury Suites
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 219 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in Parma's city centre, Salina Luxury Suites is 400 metres from Parma Cathedral and 900 m from Parco Ducale Parma.

    Room very nice, facilities generally good, beautiful location.

  • La Galleria Lodge
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 28 reviews

    Located in the centre of Parma, La Galleria Lodge is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms.

    Exceptionally clean room, good quality furniture, very helpful host. It was perfect!

  • MARGHERITA DI PARMA
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 132 reviews

    Right in the centre of Parma, situated within a short distance of Parma Train Station and Parco Ducale Parma, MARGHERITA DI PARMA offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a...

    Very close to the city centre and very clean apartment.

  • Parco Ducale Design Rooms
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 61 reviews

    Conveniently set in Parma, Parco Ducale Design Rooms is a recently renovated guest house, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    La possibilità di servirsi di infusi e acqua calda

  • Residenza Digione
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 93 reviews

    Located within 1.5 km of Parco Ducale Parma and 8.1 km of Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Residenza Digione provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Parma.

    Stanza nuova e molto pulita. Self check-in molto comodo.

  • Villa Ghia
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 93 reviews

    Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and views of pool, Villa Ghia is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Parma, 16 km from Parma Train Station.

    Sehr grosse Villa mit schönen Pool. Gastgeber sehr Herzlich.

  • Residenza Borgo Guazzo
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 436 reviews

    Situated in Parma, less than 1 km from Parco Ducale Parma and 7.6 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre, Residenza Borgo Guazzo features inner courtyard views and free WiFi.

    The fact that was clean well decorated and in the center

  • Palazzo Altavilla Deluxe
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 67 reviews

    In a central area of Parma, set within a short distance of Parma Train Station and Parco Ducale Parma, Palazzo Altavilla Deluxe offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an...

    Posizione ottima, casa molto pulita e confortevole

  • Dall’antiquario
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 22 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Dall’antiquario is set in the centre of Parma, close to Parma Train Station, Parco Ducale Parma and Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi.

    Nice quiet location at the edge of the walkable part of the city.

  • Borgo35
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 19 reviews

    In a prime location in Parma, Borgo35 is a recently renovated guest house, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    Il personale è stato attento alle nostre richieste. Posizione ottima.

  • B&B La Bugia di Villa Tanzi
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 166 reviews

    Located in Parma, within 4.8 km of Parma Train Station and 5.4 km of Parco Ducale Parma, B&B La Bugia di Villa Tanzi provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who...

    Louisa was very welcoming and made us feel at home

  • casadipippi
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 93 reviews

    Situated 5.9 km from Parco Ducale Parma, 11 km from Fiere di Parma Exhibition Centre and 4 km from Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Steccata, casadipippi provides accommodation set in Parma.

    The place is in the suburbs of the city. Quiet and safe location

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B&Bs that guests love in Parma

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 124 reviews
    Well equipped apartment, comfortable, quiet, good wifi, excellent location, great host
    Dawn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$109.63
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 60 reviews
    The apartment is beautiful! Very quiet neighbourhood and free parking. Less than 10 minutes from the city center. An excellent choice.
    Dimitris
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$85.92
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,281 reviews
    Good location. 10 minutes to the city center. on foot. There is a good supermarket nearby. The room has everything you need. Quiet, comfortable, clean. I really liked it.
    Oleksandr
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$144.98
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,249 reviews
    Kind staff, great location just by the train station and not too far from the city center, enough to enjoy some peace and quiet after a full day of touristing. Great room space and confortable bed.
    Ella
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews
    Huge apartment in a quiet location very close to the city centre. Great hosts, very responsive. Nice kitchen, fully equipped. Great bathroom. I personally found the beds really comfy. Would stay there again 100%. Good value for money.
    Efterpi
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$103.32
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 621 reviews
    Great location just 2 steps from the train station and 2 from the city center, the rooms are warm and clean and the cleaning staff is available for inconveniences. Quiet rooms where you can relax, we had a room with windows to the back street where no cars pass by.
    Rafael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$125.07
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews
    Charming, kind, personable staff. Cozy room with stylish bathroom and view over the inner courtyard. Excellent breakfast buffet. Very quiet, pleasant overall
    HenryLiddell
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 121 reviews
    Breakfast was good because it included fruit and yoghourt but if homemade breakfast were offered, it would be much better. Sergio and his wife were really kind and the bed and breakfast is quite close to the city centre and there is a bus that takes you to the railway station. In addition, the area is quiet and beautiful. It is an excellent choice of accommodation in Parma.
    luis carlos
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$137.04
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,543 reviews
    Great location to see Parma, giant bed and a very clean and quiet room. We parked our car in the hotel parking and went walking to see the city center. It was great for a quick stay in Parma. Wonderful breakfast to kick start your day. We had a wonderful stay!
    Tehila
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$137.04
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,543 reviews
    Big quiet and well-AC room, good parking, good breakfast buffet. Location turned out to be excellent but immediate surroundings a bit seedy so some signposting to "garden" route to the city centre would have helped. Once we were shown it it was fine. Staff at front desk and breakfast were charming and super-helpful. Ideal stay in Parma
    Andrew
    Young couple

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