Palazzo storico bellissimo. Camera molto grande con letto molto confortevole e bagno perfetto, tutto nuovo. Famiglia molto accogliente e raffinatissima. Ottima colazione con i dolci fatti in casa. Fantastico salotto con camino maestuoso e una bellissima colezione di libri d’arte, perfetti per approfondire le visite ai luoghi d’arte di Mantova!

L’illuminazione della camera, un pò buia.

Claudio is the most generous, knowledgable, friendly and congenial host I've encountered in my travels. He went above and beyond to arrange a private historic library visit in another city (on a day it was closed)! Do not hesitate to book a room here. From the host's warm welcome and hospitality throughout my 1 day stay to the decadent cheese, sweet pastries & cakes, cafe, tea fruit, and ham breakfast to the well-stocked art, history, architecture bookshelves for curiosity feasting in the living room salon to the original Renaissance ceiling frescos in the grand hall enterance to the spacious antique decorated bedroom & bathroom, you feel like you're time traveling- mingling the present moment with 15th century Italian Renaissance. It's on a quiet side street a few blocks walking distance from all the city center sights and only 20 minutes between both famous Palazzos. Mantova was by far my favorite city to visit- away from the maddening Venice, Milan, Rome, Florence tourist crowds, with world class art collections in Palazzo Te and Ducale, mouth watering gelato, al fresco dining, etc.

Arrivabene is the B&B of my dreams, kind hosts in a beautiful family home which combines history with modern comfort and a terrific location in the heart of a lovely small town.

No negatives, Arrivabene is a dream B&B.

Historic Palazzo preserves 18th century architecture, frescoes, comfortable furnishings and respite after busy sight-seeing in Mantua. Convenient walk to historic center.

Nothing. Quiet despite central location

Right from the start, Claudio gave us great instructions, helpful and responsive. The Palazzo is an amazing building and as our host, he couldn't have been more knowledgeable about the city and what we should see and do. On our first night he rang around and found us a fantastic place for dinner at really short notice. We were made to feel so welcome and breakfast was always relaxed and friendly with great conversation. The whole stay was just perfect for us!

This a great place and Claudio is a wonderful and kind man.

Claudio Bini is a kind and competent host who makes you feel welcome in his fabulous home. Over a delicious breakfast he introduces guests (a maximum of six, I believe) to each other and offers advice on what to see and do in Mantova. He seems to know everybody. The Palazzo Arrivabene is easily the most elegant place we have stayed in for many years.

Amazing public space, a lovely room, and a terrific bathroom, along with charming hosts made for a wonderful stay.

Be prepared to lug your bags up 2flights of stairs. (We expect that in Italy, but I’m just noting that as a possible negative for the elderly or frail.)