Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Cathedral of Messina - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Stadio San Filippo - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
Getting around
Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 77 min drive
Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 85 min drive
Gazzi Station - 8 min drive
Contesse Station - 9 min drive
Mili Marina Station - 12 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Marina del Nettuno Yachting Club - 8 min walk
La Bella Candeloro - 6 min walk
Vinci Domenico - 6 min walk
Pizzeria Optimus - 3 min walk
La Villetta - 12 min walk
About this property
Principessa Mafalda
Enjoy your visit to Messina with a stay at Principessa Mafalda. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property. Guests must notify the property of their expected arrival time in advance, and confirm their arrival time by phone at least 40 minutes before check-in.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 130 per vehicle (one-way)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Principessa Mafalda Guesthouse Messina
Principessa Mafalda Guesthouse
Principessa Mafalda Messina
Principessa Mafalda Messina
Principessa Mafalda Guesthouse
Principessa Mafalda Guesthouse Messina
Frequently asked questions
Does Principessa Mafalda offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Principessa Mafalda does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Principessa Mafalda?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Principessa Mafalda?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Principessa Mafalda?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 130 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Principessa Mafalda?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Principessa Mafalda like?
Principessa Mafalda is a short 6-minute walk from Caronte & Tourist and 15 minutes' walk from Strait of Messina.
Principessa Mafalda Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Abdi Goksu
Abdi Goksu, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Yu
Yu, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
We founs it so convenient because we had a rental car and their parking was gated. Very clean and staff was nice!
ELENA
ELENA, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2024
Lovely stay and very friendly.
Fee
Fee, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2024
Place was very clean and super nice. Would stay again.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2024
vincenzo
vincenzo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2023
Wish I stayed longer!
Giovanni is a superb host! Attentive, and helpful. The place is immaculate, spacious and comfy. Breakfast is a plus!
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2023
Excellent service
Parking disponible
Darko
Darko, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2023
The room was very clean and modern. The parking was convenient and safe. A very good choice for our stay in Messina.
Carol
Carol, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2023
Nitin
Nitin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2023
Giovanni & Paula went beyond service being our taxi when we were clueless on how to get one. Room was clean and comfortable and they put out a welcome breakfast spread. Location for us was out of way but that was on me.
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2022
DONATA
DONATA, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2022
The rooms were clean and spacious; we had a 2-bedroom unit with a huge closet that was bigger than my first apartment. The proprietor was incredibly kind and helpful and provided lovely small details that many other places do not, such as conditioner and a wine opener. Couldn't have been happier with the service and stay.
Shelley
Shelley, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2022
Excellent
Google Maps gave us lots of problems when travelling to this property but Giovanni was so helpful...He was a superb host and could not have helped more.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2022
Excellent
chikako
chikako, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2022
very helpful staff that had great communication via email and text
james
james, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2021
returning
Principessa Mafalda never failed us in our return. Many thanks to Avi who is very helpful.
the cleaning lady is also doing a fantastic job every day.
Charles
Charles, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2021
Zentral, sehr freundlich.
Nadia
Nadia, 2-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2021
Family room stay
The reception (Avi) was extremely kind and polite. My family and I were supposed to arrive at 8pm on a Sunday but arrived at the hotel almost 9pm already but Avi waited for us. Normally the reception is not manned after 8pm. After we checked in, Avi was still very patient in answering the tons of questions i had about Messina. We didn’t see so much staff there during our stay but since we had Avi he was more than enough whom we needed. The Italian breakfast was simple and nice. Avi made sure we ate how much we wanted. During the pandemic, buffet breakfast is not available anymore. Finding the hotel can be tricky if you are not familiar with Messina like us. We rented a car and i made sure it has a gps navigation system.
The room service made sure we had an abundant supply of towels and room was perfectly cleaned daily.
Overall, it was a very pleasant and comfortable stay. And all because of our first and lasting impression of Avi’s excellent service. We will definitely come here again this October.
Charles
Charles, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Aug 2020
I felt like James Bond as the front gate opened automatically to my cell phone call. Parked my car and used a numeric code to enter this hidden surprise. The property blew my expectations, My suite was a mix of Roman travertine and modern elegance. super clean and a perfect bathroom - anything but a B&B. I found out the owner’s great grandfather invented the hydrofoil. Best of all, Avi greeted me with perfect English and provided my family with a wonderful breakfast. A hidden gem in Sicily.
BaroneFini
BaroneFini, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb 2020
Fantastic boutique hotel
This is a fabulous small boutique hotel with an excellent standard. As we arrived outside of their normal hours (after 8pm) we were sent codes to get into the main door and gates to park the car. Our room was open for us and we had great communications via WhatsApp. Room was lovely with a very large walk-in wardrobe, shower was great and breakfast was good. A little gem!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Aug 2019
Excellent in all ways Not far from historic center.Very safe, clean, quiet, private,modern and managed by friendly staff. Entire port and city of Messina, Sicily is a wonderful place on the map to visit!
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Aug 2019
The property room was excellent, felt very secure with a gated parking space, very clean and amazingly fresh breakfast. Highly recommend!
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2019
Friendly helpful staff, excellent breakfast, clean room, good location, safe and secured parking. Thank you for makiing our stay so enjoyable!
MaryG
MaryG, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2018
What a gem! Excellent: comfortable and friendly
What a gem! An amazing place to stay! Will definitely stay again when in Messina. Off street parking, ultra modern accommodation and warm and friendly hosts: Giuseppe and Giovanni. They could not do enough for us. Excellent breakfast and the most comfortable bed so far during our 2 weeks travel in Italy. Couldn’t fault the accommodation nor the service. Check-in instructions were confusing via the hotel.com site; as it implied you must check-in by an (unknown) time or else... but we found the actual check-in to be very efficient and modern.