Bed & Breakfast Castello DiBelforte

Thank you for a warm welcome, you made my stay pleasant. I offer these friendly suggestions in the spirit of helping the property reach its full potential. Guest comfort • Bedding & bed frame: The mattress and sheets felt uncomfortable and the frame clicked when I moved. Consider replacing the mattress or adding a good topper, switching to breathable cotton sheets, and tightening or replacing the frame to eliminate noise. This will immediately improve sleep quality for guests. • Small bedside rug: Adding a small rug beside the bed would make the cold brick floor much more pleasant first thing in the morning. Room ambience • Lighting: Most bulbs are very cool (daylight) and feel harsh. Replace with warm-tone bulbs and add at least one dimmer or a lamp so guests can soften the light in the evening, this makes rooms feel cozier and less “institutional.” • A focal point: The room could benefit from a cozy focal point (a small electric fireplace or an attractive electric heater, or even a tasteful decorative “fake” fireplace). It doesn’t need to be large; the goal is to encourage guests to relax in the room rather than feeling they must stay bundled up. Practical fixes • Roof / water runoff: Rain poured directly in front of my door during heavy rain and kept me awake. Installing an eavestrough/gutter or redirecting runoff would prevent water at the door and improve guest safety and comfort. • Hooks & storage: Add a few wall hooks or a small rack so guests can hang coats and towels. Amenities • Shower soap / basic toiletries: Provide small, refillable soap/shampoo dispensers or single-use toiletries. Guests expect at least basic soap. • Wi-Fi: Reliable Wi-Fi is essential; it barely worked and took me an hour just to look up a place to eat. Breakfast • Freshness & variety: The breakfast was fine but could be improved with a few fresher options