Bed Breakfast Palazzo Sismonda

Barbara, the host, was wonderful and took great care of both the palace and its guests. Our top floor room was meticulously kept and had every comfort. The building spans three levels, with no elevator, and each one feels like a different century, so its history comes through everywhere. The palace and garden are stunning. If you go, ask for a tour of the owners' rooms, it's worth it.

We booked well ahead for a wedding, then got a call from the hotel yesterday saying there were problems and that they'd email us. No email ever arrived. When we called this morning, we were told our reservation had been canceled and they'd forgotten to let us know. Lucky we called back. By then, 70% of the properties were booked, and they did little to help us find somewhere suitable. They gave us two names, but one place had no availability and the other didn't offer accommodation. We called twice more and got no answer. Truly unreliable, and the service was terrible.

Alice gave us a warm welcome and made us feel comfortable. The rooms are beautiful and very clean, and there's a lovely garden tucked away from prying eyes. It's a period building with its furnishings very well cared for. I highly recommend a visit.

We stayed at this B&B while visiting the Alba Truffle Festival. It's a wonderful location in an old 17th-century building, furnished with period pieces. We'd recommend it to everyone.