Enjoy your stay!
per-ma-NEN-za — four syllables, stress on the third.
This is said by hotel staff at the end of check-in. Knowing it allows you to understand and respond appropriately.
'Buona permanenza' literally means 'good stay/permanence'. 'Permanenza' refers to a period of staying in a place. The response is usually 'Grazie' or 'Grazie, arrivederci' when leaving. 'Buon soggiorno' is an equivalent expression also meaning 'have a good stay'.
Grazie, sono sicuro che mi troverò bene.
Thank you, I am sure I will be comfortable.
A warm response to the farewell greeting at check-in
Buon soggiorno!
Have a good stay!
Synonymous with 'buona permanenza' — both are used interchangeably
Se ha bisogno di qualcosa, non esiti a chiamarci.
If you need anything, do not hesitate to call us.
What hotel staff often add after 'buona permanenza'
Italian hospitality ('ospitalità') is a source of national pride. Hotel staff genuinely want guests to have a good experience — partly cultural warmth, partly because Italian tourism relies heavily on word-of-mouth and online reviews. Expressing appreciation is always well received.