Al Saraceno - Antica Dimora

A small guesthouse with new, spacious rooms in Ferrara's historic center, run by an owner who also runs the bistro next door.

Why people love it

• The owner, Francesco. Francesco is named in many recent reviews as kind, helpful and a good guide to the city.
• New, spacious rooms. Guests describe modern rooms with wood finishes and good sound insulation on doors and windows.
• Dogs are welcome. An August 2026 guest says dogs are welcome and the stay was easy with one.
• Value and location. Guests call it reasonably priced and close to the center, with free parking about 100 meters away.

The worst thing guests say

One guest in May 2026 reported bedbugs and a dirty bathroom, in a 1-star review. No other recent review mentions pests or dirt, and about 25 reviews since January 2026 praise the cleanliness. A March 2025 guest could not sleep because of street noise on Via del Saraceno on a Saturday night, and an April 2025 guest paid a fine for entering the restricted traffic zone.

Insider tips

• Ask the owner for a pass for the restricted traffic zone before you drive in, so you are not fined.
• Free parking is about 100 meters away.
• Tell them when booking if stairs are a problem.

How we rated this: Google rating 4.8 from 306 reviews. We read the newest and the lowest-rated guest reviews (28 recent guest reviews with text) and set aside reviews from restaurant or bar visitors who did not stay. Address: Via della Paglia, 26/A, 44121 Ferrara FE.