Originally a historic manor house, “La Dimora dei Paladini” is a holiday home complex located in an independent building with a small garden in the internal courtyard, that holds various self-contained studios of different sizes, all equipped with a kitchenette. This historic building, situated in the heart of Bagheria, has a special connection to local tradition: it is said that its cellars were occasionally used as a small puppet (pupi, in local dialect) theatre. Here, puppet shows were performed, depicting epic-chivalric stories from the Carolingian cycle of the paladins of France and the Arthurian and Breton romances. In homage to this cultural tradition, La Dimora and its rooms have been named after the Paladins, the legendary heroes of the theatrical performances. The architecture and design of the apartments evoke details such as the strings and rods used by the "puparo" to move “pupi”. We offer a variety of studio apartments that combine comfort and value for money, preserving privacy, convenience, space and independence of our Guests. If you travel for tourism or for work, "La Dimora dei Paladini" offers you a wide choice of studios of various sizes, recently renovated, modern, high standards, attentive to the environment with home automation system. The Studio-apartments are contemporary designed and well-finished details. All equipped with excellent Wi-Fi, suitable for e-Meetings and Video Calls. They are a convenient and alternative accommodation to the hotel room, in fact, you have more privacy, comfort, space, independence.

Bagheria, known in Sicilian as Baarìa, is a charming city in the province of Palermo, Sicily, renowned for its history, cinema, art, architecture, and natural beauty. The city offers a unique gastronomic experience, with local specialties that attract food lovers. The origins of Bagheria date back to the 3rd century BC, but its peak was in the 18th century when noble families built luxurious villas for vacationing. Among these, Villa Palagonia stands out, famous for its deformed statues and called the "Villa of Monsters," and Villa Cattolica, home to the Guttuso Museum dedicated to the famous painter Renato Guttuso. Bagheria was an important stop on the Grand Tour in the 18th and 19th centuries. Goethe mentioned the city in his "Journey to Sicily" in 1787. The city is the birthplace of numerous illustrious figures such as Renato Guttuso, Nino Garajo, Ignazio Buttitta, Giacomo Giardina, Ferdinando Scianna, and Giuseppe Tornatore. Tornatore used Bagheria as a location for many of his films, including the Oscar-winning "Cinema Paradiso" and "Baarìa." The city has also been the set of other famous films like "Johnny Stecchino" and "The Godfather Part III." The baroque architecture of Bagheria's villas and historic buildings attracts visitors from all over the world, with elaborate facades and well-kept gardens. The city is surrounded by breathtaking nature, with mountains and the sea offering spectacular landscapes. Natural sites to visit include Monte Catalfano Park, the Gardens of Villa San Cataldo, the Small Urban Park, the geological formations of the Blue Arch, and the beach of the Aspra district. La Dimora dei Paladini is close to the city's best restaurants. Don’t miss the local specialties such as arancine, cannoli, sfincione bagherese, bread with panelle and crocchè, artisanal ice creams, and local wines. The rich and varied gastronomic scene of Bagheria is a reason to return more times to enjoy the culinary delights offered by the city.