Top Rated Accommodations in Palermo

One of Palermo's most exclusive hotels is housed in a splendid art deco villa on the main road linking Palermo to the coastal villages of Vergine Maria and Acquasanta. Built at the beginning of the last century as a residence for a wealthy Palermo family, Grand Hotel Villa Igiea subsequently became a hospital before its transformation into the luxury hotel it is today. Situated on the outskirts of the city in a setting of outstanding natural beauty, its enviable seafront location and exotic garden add to its reputation as one of the island's most beautiful places in which to stay.

An elegant bed and breakfast in central Palermo, the Maxim offers refined rooms with free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV. It is 350 metres from Teatro Massimo and a 20-minute walk from Palermo Central Station. Decorated with modern works of art on the walls, rooms are air conditioned and are fitted with parquet floors and contemporary furniture. Each comes with a fridge and some have a balcony. Some rooms have sea views. A buffet breakfast is provided daily, with gluten-free products available on request. The property is close to shops, cafés and restaurants. B&B Maxim is 1.5 km from Palermo Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from Palermo Harbour.

BB 22 Charming Rooms & Apartments is set in the historic building of Palazzo Pantelleria in central Palermo, which belonged to a noble family and is a 10-minute walk from the harbour. All individually decorated, rooms here come with free WiFi, air conditioning and an LED TV. The modern private bathroom provides a shower and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is served daily in the spacious dining area with a bar and terrace, and can also be enjoyed in the comfort of your room. Dietary requirements can be catered for. The property occasionally arranges tasting sessions in the bar of the finest Sicilian wines and cooking lessons. Staff can arrange bike or car hire and provide tourist information about Palermo and other parts of Sicily. Charming Rooms & Apartments BB 22 is less than 1 km from Palermo's prestigious Teatro Massimo and a 15-minute walk or short bus ride from Palermo Cathedral. A shuttle is available on request to Palermo Airport, 35 km away.

Butera 28 is a great place to soak in lush Mediterranean beauty while enjoying the grandeur of a 17th Century Italian Palazzo. Despite its thick walls, the 11 apartments are equipped with modern amenities. They range in size from 35 to 180 square meters (377 to 1937 square feet). The basic apartments comprise of a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The costlier ones have luxuries like fireplaces, dressing rooms and terraces. Lush hotel gardens separate the ancient building from the Bay of Palermo. The palazzo was the last home of the famous Sicilian novelist, Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa.

Quinto Canto Hotel & Spa is set right in the middle of Palermo’s historic centre, at the Quattro Canti crossroads. Rooms are spacious and stylish. This beautifully restored 16th-century building also features a spa. The luxurious rooms include top-quality furnishings, a plasma-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have a patio or a balcony, and some feature a terrace overlooking the Church of San Giuseppe dei Teatrini. The restaurant La Locanda del Gusto serves high-quality cuisine noted in various guide books. Mediterranean and Sicilian dishes are made with fresh local ingredients. The best Sicilian, Italian and international wines are available. Elegant and modern, Quintocanto Hotel & Spa has a reading room and a TV room. After a day visiting the city, guests can unwind at the spa, which features saunas, whirlpools, and Turkish baths. Massages and beauty treatments can also be booked.

Hotel Ambasciatori is in Palermo’s city centre, 200 metres from the train station and a 10-minute walk from the port. It features a panoramic rooftop terrace, and air-conditioned rooms with free wired internet and Wi-Fi. Rooms offer a private bathroom with shower. Breakfast and drinks served from the bar can be enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the historic city. Gluten-free options can also be requested. The on-site restaurant serves local Sicilian cuisine. The Ambasciatori provides a warm, relaxed atmosphere and professional service. On summer evenings it organises activities featuring classical and jazz music. A shuttle service from/to Palermo Falcone e Borsellino Airport can be organised on request.