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B&B Girosa

Via Circonvallazione 245, 95041, Caltagirone, Sicily Italy
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#6 of 22 B&Bs in Caltagirone
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Set in Caltagirone's historical centre, Girosa is a B&B, 180 m from the Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte, the town's famous ceramic steps. There is free Wi-Fi in rooms and a guarded car park nearby. Girosa's rooms have many of their original features and were home to Franciscan nuns in the 17th century. Elegant and spacious, they all feature air conditioning and private bathrooms. Some also have a small kitchenette. All of Caltagirone's churches, monuments and museums are just a short walk away from Girosa, set in the city's main street. The train and bus station and Gravina Hospital are all 5 minutes' drive away. Girosa's staff can organise guided tours of Caltagirone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Piazza Armerina and also book taxis for you. The B&B has been awarded the Ruralita Mediterranea quality mark by the European Union. Airport transfers can be organised on request. Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8 for a two-person trip. We speak your language!
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Property amenities
Free public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Bicycle rental
Airport transportation
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Paid private parking nearby
Street parking
Wifi
Breakfast in the room
Car hire
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Extra long beds
Bidet
Housekeeping
Separate dining area
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Refrigerator
Walk-in shower
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Languages Spoken
English, French, Italian
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Luminaria42 wrote a review Oct 2023
Winchester, United Kingdom39 contributions23 helpful votes
Very comfortable large room, spotlessly clean, and ideal for a few days in Caltagirone. Raffaele is a charming and welcoming host, who suggested places to visit and, more importantly, good restaurants. The B&B is not far from the Ceramics Museum - my main reason for visiting. I didn't have breakfast there, so can't comment on it.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Saša J wrote a review Sept 2022
Ljubljana, Slovenia1 contribution
We didn't get to stay here. We booked a room and arrived there at 21.10 (check-in was until midnight) and the door was closed. We rang the bell, no answer. We wrote the accommodation via Booking customer support, no answer. We called both numbers written on the door, no answer. After a couple of unsuccessful calls, the number was suddenly unavailable (it was clear that someone turned off the phone in the middle of our calling them). Finally, a woman opened the door but explained that she was a guest and the place was already closed (the employees had left). After half an hour of waiting, we gave up and luckily found a place nearby. The next day, we received a notification that the accommodation marked us as a no-show, which was a blatant lie. A horrible experience, wouldn't recommend them to anyone!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Giuliana desavio, Proprietario at B&B Girosa
Responded 3 Oct 2022
The staff waited for your arrival until 11pm. You surely have the wrong address, we have not seen you, nor heard from you by phone !!! We had no interest in leaving you out!
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Rita B wrote a review Oct 2019
Bend, Oregon, United States17 contributions8 helpful votes
We stayed in property a block away with balcony view of valley and town which was fantastic. Cozy room and wonderful location. Rafael was so gracious and helpful with a map and locations and tips. Great nights sleep in a beautiful town
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Corine v wrote a review Sept 2019
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We reserved a room via Booking.com, when we arrived he told us that we booked a room for disabled persons. We had to cancel it and we paid 150% of our booking price to get a ‘normal’ room. So watch out for any discussion when you have booked a room.
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from , Proprietario at B&B Girosa
Responded 30 Nov 2022
You didn't like the room you had booked and changed it via the site with the new prices
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vincecassaniti wrote a review Aug 2018
Milazzo, Italy1 contribution
B & B Girosa is very well located on Via Circonvallazione 245, as you are driving into Caltagirone. Owners Rafelle and Giuliana are fabulous host and were eager to help in every situation. Rafelle speaks English and has a wealth of information about the city and is able to guide you to the best restaurants and sights the Caltagirone has to offer. Rooms have their own bathroom and airconditioner and the entire place was spotless and very well organised. Breakfast was included. It’s is a very short walk (200mtrs) to the medieval centre of Caltagirone. The side street offers plenty of parking and the area is very quite. I’d highly recommend this place.
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Date of stay: August 2018
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Very worthwhile and good value for money. Very short walk to the city centre (200mtrs). Owners...
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Response from Giuliana d, Direttore at B&B Girosa
Responded 28 Aug 2018
thenk you very much.
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Kasia_CL wrote a review Aug 2018
Gdynia, Poland10 contributions10 helpful votes
We spent one night in B&B Girosa on 24/25 July. When we arrived in the afternoon there was nobody there, so we had to call the owner, with whom we agreed to meet later (we had to go to the town since our son need to use the bathroom). In effect of lack of information we ended up paying for the parking which we eventually did not use, as our "apartment" located in the separate building proved to be located in the other part of town. The check-in itself was chaotic, the owner suggested cancellation of our booking, so we could make use of the promotion regarding breakfast. It was not clear, but we agreed, as we were determined to get the room and change. Only after the check-in and accepting the breakfast offer we learnt that we would be sleeping quite far from this location, and the quality of breakfast when we arrived the other day was not worth the walk - it's justly described in some other reviews. The "apartment" located in the part of town on top of the stairs proved to be a scarcely lit smallish room which was hardly suitable for 3 people to sleep in. It has very steep staircase leading to the kitchen area which we neither needed nor used and the bathroom - I was afraid my son will fall of the stairs if he wanted to use bathroom in the night. The sheets were clean, but the room smelled of basement. Overall, we stayed out late and had a good look at the illumination of the stairs. Going back to sleep we had to take a detour, because we could not climb the stairs due to the candles. Overall, not a pleasant experience.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Giuliana desavio, Proprietario at B&B Girosa
Responded 1 Dec 2022
no one told you to cancel, you wanted to go to another facility and we gave you some names.
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Y A wrote a review Apr 2018
Israel87 contributions44 helpful votes
It got low score for couple of reasons: 1- the host tried to charge our credit card before artival and later cancel ed the reservation without prior notification 2- The beds are uncomfortable 3- Breakfast served was unacceptable.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Giuliana desavio, Proprietario at B&B Girosa
Responded 1 Dec 2022
the reservation was canceled because the card was invalid
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Mariano R wrote a review Feb 2016
Buenos Aires, Argentina95 contributions35 helpful votes
We booked though Booking.com this B&B and we checked by phone the reservation with them, but when we arrived everything was different... We chose this place because they offered free parking and wifi connection. When we arrived they said they were overbooked and they sent us to another place. They charged the full amount in my credit card and then they went with us to the new room... it was like two or three blocks from the B&B. The room was fine, but of course the parking was not free and there there was no wifi. But the worst part came in the middle of the night, when they switched off the heating, in winter! so I woke at three in the morning frozen and I had to dress again and go back to bed with my clothes on because of the cold. When I complained privately through Customer Service in Booking they did not accept anything and they didn´t even apologise for the horrible night they provided us. Although the people at Booking were great and tried to help us. So now I am olbiged now to make this public. It is a pity they behave this way to their customers. Please be careful.
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Date of stay: January 2016
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: choose another B&B, please!
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Response from Giuliana desavio, Proprietario at B&B Girosa
Responded 1 Dec 2022
you must review the property where you stayed, not me!!
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MissMandarino wrote a review May 2015
Zurich, Switzerland306 contributions33 helpful votes
I have never been in an awful place like that! The room didn't have a proper window so it was really hot and smelly inside. The place is not quite at all and I woke up at 7:00 as I heard people talking too loud, children screaming and crying and other noises. I left as soon as I could with my partner. We didn't have breakfast inside as I wasn't enthusiastic about their propose, moreover the homemade jam looked really weird and I would never eat some things that already seems to be not made properly and in a safe way.
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from inesCaltagirone, Direttore at B&B Girosa
Responded 24 May 2015
Dear lady, I do not understand, though, why she writes in English when it is Italian of Agrigento.She came yesterday with his partner. Have you booked a room without breakfast,we have not proposed any product (jams, granita with brioche, coffee ......).I advised a bar. In the b & b,but also in hotels, farm etc.,there are not only couples, but also families with babies or small children who can not close the mouth (I hope you understand) ... The kids are sacred and untouchable, we are mothers, and if a baby cries because he is hungry or is dirty, you understand!. Speaking of cleaning, we never had bad reviews If you did not like the room you could leave immediately and not the next morning at 10:00 am. Excuse my imperfect English, but not all Italians write in English to the structure Italian !!! Thank you because you have not lost time writing negative reviews!
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SoloTravellerLondon wrote a review May 2013
Horsham, United Kingdom275 contributions179 helpful votes
Girosa is run by a lovely couple Guilliana and Rafaelle and their lively children. A beautiful family. The house is easy to get to, and is central for everything in Caltagirone, so you can park your car for the duration of your stay, and walk around this stunning town. Parking is a little confusing, but there is free parking nearby. Rooms are spacious, comfortable and very clean, and the breakfast is very personal as it incorporates jams made by Guiliana's mother on her farm from local produce. We felt very at home, and were made to feel very welcome. Don't mis this wonderful experience if you are visiting Sicily, you won't regret it.
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Date of stay: April 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions about B&B Girosa
Which popular attractions are close to B&B Girosa?
Nearby attractions include Maioliche Artistiche Giorgio & Ivano Alemanna (0.3 km), Ceramiche d'Arte Floridia Salvatore (0.3 km), and Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at B&B Girosa?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, airport transportation, and meeting rooms.
Which room amenities are available at B&B Girosa?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at B&B Girosa?
Guests can enjoy breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at B&B Girosa?
Yes, free public parking nearby, paid private parking nearby, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to B&B Girosa?
Conveniently located restaurants include Gusto e Arte, Pinsé, and il Locandiere.
Does B&B Girosa have airport transportation?
Yes, B&B Girosa offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at B&B Girosa?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to B&B Girosa?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Chiesa di santa Maria del Monte (0.5 km), Mausoleo a Don Luigi Sturzo (4.3 km), and Teatrino (0.3 km).
Is B&B Girosa accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.