Over the years I have stayed at this hotel many, many times. The family and staff are friendly and…read morewill help you out if you need something. They are very accommodating to odd check in/check out hours and offer a standard Italian breakfast (simple) with fresh pastries. Ask for a room on the top floor as they are quieter - not so much from outside noise (the motorcycles and mopeds can always be heard), but from the late night antics of other patrons that will happen from time to time. Hey, Parma is a romantic city! There is typical Italian parking in front of and behind the hotel (= tiny places), but I always had plenty of room to maneuver a 5 series bimmer. The Venetian chandeliers are very beautiful making this a nice, small boutique hotel from which to base your business or tourist trip.

Great hotel with superb attention to detail. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Rooms are bright and…read moreclean. Two different coffee services in my room, Americana and Italian. Bed was just right. They offer a pillow menu if you need something special. Onsite restaurant and an excellent breakfast. Relatively close to all the attractions of Parma and BONUS there is a supermarket right across the street for anything that you need. Great value and great stay.

My stay at this hotel was nothing short of fantastic. In fact, it far exceeded any expectation I…read morehad. I was met with cookies in my room and a handwritten welcome note. Bella Stanza! Thank you so very much to the staff! GRAZIE! Robin B.

Amazing, amazing, amazing…read more This walled village and hotel is is like going back 700 years. It is so amazingly restored and so authentic. Stay in a 500 year old house in a thousand year old village. There are two or three little businesses here. Get a snack or a glass of wine at the enoteca. Two ancient churches. Way up on a hill looking down on the valley of vineyards, the views are amazing. This place is OFF THE BEATEN PATH. The hills above have reverted back to wilderness. If you don't stay here for the night, come and have a look. If you want to see a real castle, this is it. Italia is full of them, but this one is top shelve. Fantastic. A living walled village. Come and have a glass of wine. Just loved it. If you want to get away from the crowds and see ancient Italia, this is the place with a view. Every bit worth the winding drive up the hill.

Parma old town stay! We stayed four nights in this…read morecomfortable, and modern 1 bedroom apartment in a terrific location on the edge of the old town. It's just a short walk to the Piazza Garibaldi and there plenty of dining and shopping options nearby. There's also a very good Conad City supermarket 100 metres away. The ground floor apartment had a modern bathroom with a rain shower, a comfortable double bed, an open plan kitchen, dining and living room area with flat screen TV. The apartment has been fitted and furnished to a high standard - even the couch was comfortable. The kitchen was quite well-equipped with glassware, cutlery, crockery, pots, pans, fridge/freezer, kettle, pod coffee machine, electric cooktop, oven, kettle, dishwasher and washing machine. The only things missing were kitchen utensils and a microwave. This is a terrific option for an old town Parma stay!

The Holiday Inn Express Reggio Emilia is a reasonable stay when traveling, and a hotel that I could…read morerecommend. We stayed for 2 nights on a recent trip to the Parma/Reggio/Modena area and the breakdown of our stay here is as follows: Pros: + Free (above ground) parking, with a paid underground parking garage available. Plenty of parking stalls and a safe neighborhood. + Close to a mall, with a big grocery store. Maybe a 5-10 minute walk, or a quick 2 minute drive. + The free breakfast was fresh, and had multiple options for guests. + Staff was helpful and made an effort to make up for minor issues. Cons: - Entering/exiting the hotel is a car accident waiting to happen. it is essentially a blind turn onto a fairly busy road, with your driver's view obstructed by the fence. - Ice machines broken during our stay, and no refrigerator in the rooms. This meant that we had to leave anything we needed refrigerated at the front desk. - The shower water temperatures fluctuated during the shower. Sometimes too cold, then it got scalding hot.

Amazing hospitality and lovely stay! The people at the hotel were so kind and accommodating. They…read morehad went above and beyond to make us comfortable. They also helped my partner and I make multiple dinner reservations which I EXTREMELY appreciated!!! Would definitely stay here again if I were to visit Parma.

Our stay here was incredible! The spot is quite secure, steps from the Duomo, and a true *Must…read moreStay* if you visit Parma. Don't hesitate. Do it now. No second choices. Trust me. Our spacious, impeccably decorated and spotless room was on the top floor, with a view of the piazza. Each morning, our wonderful custom breakfast was delivered right to our room, and enjoyed while a cool breeze invigorated us from our sound slumber. The office hours are limited so just ensure you email or call ahead to arrange for owner(s) to meet you if you'll be arriving late. Italy is paradise on earth but, this place is paradise in Parma.

We found this bed and breakfast through the Parma tourist office. We were looking for a clean,…read moreaffordable accommodation with parking for one night not too far from the piazza. The location was really nice. The small locked parking garage was about half a block or so away. Our room was clean and spacious. The shower was really tight and a step up, but by this time I learned that spaces were creatively used in Italy and these things become the stuff of identifiable memories. Our host was extremely accommodating. Highly recommend contacting the host if you find yourself in Parma.

Oh Villa di Porporano, I keep calling you porcupine but I really mean well, trust me. This French…read morechateau meets Italian villa is located about 15 minutes from the center of Parma (so you need a car) and I stayed for only one night. Which is too bad because I really loved it. Driving there might have you in a tizzy, the neighborhood is very residential and nothing too special but the Villa itself is amazing, Elena the owner has created a paradise here, a beautiful bed & breakfast, as romantic as they come, in a large and gorgeous garden. Our room 'le dame' was perfect, very Italian romantic, with sheets as tight as you can get them, with antique furniture and everything impeccably clean, the bath products were of the highest quality, I was impressed to see that they give their guests Ortigia (which is famous from Sicily) and conditioner. Seriously hotels in Italy never have conditioner. Elena herself is a very nice person, she gives you a map and suggestions (which are great) on where to eat in town, visit and park. I saw on trip advisor that some douchebag said her parking suggestion was expensive, instead I assure she actually gave a spot on place as I checked with several different people on the parking situation in Parma. Essentially in many Italian towns that preserve their historical center, you want to avoid driving into the ZTL or limited traffic zones when not authorized, doing otherwise can make you incur really hefty fines which is no fun when you're on holiday! One of the best things about Villino di Porporano was breakfast, beautifully laid out with a selection of both savory and sweet options. I loved the various cakes she had on offer and you can ask for an egg cooked to order. She also keeps her butter in a glass case which always wins me over. My cappuccino was huge and just what the doctor ordered after one has drunken a bottle of wine the night before. They are pet-friendly and our beagle quickly became the duchess of Parma getting acquainted in their large and closed garden. Elena has two dogs who are both friendly (one has arthritis, poor girl!). For those looking for a friendly and welcoming oasis from Parma, this is the perfect hideaway that won't break the bank, so much better than the faceless hotels you tend to see in some of these smaller towns.

Elena Ciotti has created a paradise at her property in Parma. The 200 year-old totally renovated…read moreinn is beautiful, peaceful and quiet. The extensive gardens, pool and patio areas are all designed for serenity and relaxation. Each day at Villino starts with an amazing traditional Italian breakfast over which you will want to linger for an extended period of time. Elena greets guests at each table with a delightful smile and "buon giorno!" She brings you all the coffee you care to drink - cappuccino, espresso, cafe Americano. I highly suggest you also sign up for one or two cooking classes taught by Elena. We had a wonderful time learning how to make hand-made gnocchi and pasta, melanzane di parmigiana, beef involtini, as well as sides dishes and desserts. The cooking classes are family affairs as Elena's delightful daughters help out in the kitchen and one of her sons is called upon to fetch fresh herbs from the garden. After five nights at Villino di Porporano we felt like part of the family. When looking for cooking classes in Parma, make sure you book directly with this property and not with an over-priced tour company.