We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Cefalù, Italy. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated January 2024.
Super central. Great location. Very clean. Just 150 metres from Cefalù's Cathedral, Hotel La Plumeria is a historic building set a 2-minute walk from the sea. All rooms come with a balcony, and breakfast is buffet style. Rooms at La Plumeria are air-conditioned and feature TV and a minibar. There is free Wi-Fi access in all public and private areas. The hotel offers paid parking 800 metres from the building, and a shuttle from the car park at an extra charge upon request. The A20 Motorway is 6 km away, and you can reach Palermo by car in 45 minutes.Show full description
Creative. Central. Great location. Overlooking its own private sandy beach, Astro Suite Hotel offers self-catering suites, a swimming pool, and terraces with sea views. Set on Cefalù's seafront, it is a 10-minute walk from the Cathedral and the train station. Deckchairs and parasols are provided on the private beach, and you can also relax in the garden, in the hot tub, and out on the sun terrace. WiFi is free, and the relaxation lounge features 24-hour internet terminals. All accommodation at the Astro Suite is spacious and has a living room with a fully equipped kitchenette and sofa bed. There is also a terrace overlooking the beach. Breakfast is a varied continental buffet and the bar serves drinks and snacks. Palermo and Palermo Airport are 1 hour away by car.Show full description
Central. Superb breakfast. Very clean. Artemis Hotel is just a few steps from the beach in Cefalù and 300 metres from Central Train Station. It offers modern rooms with an LCD TV and free Wi-Fi and wired internet. The Artemis is an ex-convent, built in the 1950s, which features archaeological ruins from the 4th century. The property is just outside Cefalù's historical centre. Rooms are soundproofed and air conditioned. Each one comes with a minibar, safe and private bathroom with a hairdryer. Breakfast at the Artemis is a continental buffet, served in the bright dining room. The annex bar offers a range of drinks and cocktails.Show full description
Very central. Cool. Great location. Hotel Riva del Sole is set on the seaside promenade of Cefalù. It offers a sea-view terrace, an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi and parking. Each room at the Riva del Sole has en suite facilities, air conditioning and satellite TV. Some rooms have views of the hotel's garden or the sea, while most include a balcony. The Riva del Sole's restaurant serves typical Sicilian cuisine. Meals can also be enjoyed on the panoramic terrace overlooking the sea. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily in the garden. Guests receive a discount to access a partner private beach, located near the Riva del Sole. The historic centre of Cefalù is a 5-minute walk away. Transfers to/from nearby locations and Palermo Airport can be organised on request.Show full description
Great value. Located on the seafront, a short walk from Cefalù centre, Cefalù Sea Palace offers stunning views of the town and sea. Just 10 metres from the sea, it offers a free private beach and wellness facilities. The hotel's private beach includes free sun loungers and parasols, a bar, toilets and showers. The hotel also has its own outdoor pool with hydromassage corner. Guests can relax in the Sea Palace’s spa with a sauna and Turkish bath. A variety of massages and beauty treatments are also available. All air-conditioned, rooms here come with satellite TV, a minibar and a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. A continental breakfast is served each morning. Dinner is served on the rooftop at the SKY Restaurant, out in the garden or in the dining room. Guests can relax in the bar and library and enjoy live music events, organised occasionally.Show full description
Cool. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Situated in Cefalù, Victoria Palace Cefalù provides 4-star accommodation, with some rooms have private balconies. A 10-minute walk from Cathedral Basilica of Cefalù and 5 km from Sanctuary of Gibilmanna, the property features a private beach area, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The units at Victoria Palace Cefalù feature air conditioning and a desk. An Italian breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. The hotel also offers a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Falcone-Borsellino Airport is 81 km from the property.Show full description
Creative. Very stylish. Comfortable beds. Offering a hot tub and fitness centre, Le Calette N°5 is situated in Cefalù in the Sicily Region, a 5-minute drive from the centre and the Cathedral Basilica of Cefalù. The resort has an outdoor pool, children's playground and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Every modern and elegant room at this resort is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV and views of the swimming pool and of the sea. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find free shuttle service at the property. This resort has a private beach area and water sports facilities and bike hire is available. Caletta Presidiana from 15 April, Caletta Selvaggia from 01 May and Caletta Reef Club from 01 June will be open. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, diving and hiking. The resort also offers car hire. Falcone-Borsellino Airport is 83 km away.Show full description
This is one of the most CREATIVE AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Cefalù.
Creative. Comfortable beds. Rooftop pool.Opened June 2021. Set in Cefalù, 50 metres from Cefalu Beach, Sunset Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. 2.9 km from Kalura Beach and 1.3 km from Cefalù Cathedral, the property features a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units feature a wardrobe. Popular points of interest near Sunset Hotel include Bastione Capo Marchiafava, La Rocca and Lavatoio Cefalù. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 97 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and a unique rooftop pool.
Elegant. Stylish. Hotel Le Calette is set in a splendid bay, overlooking the sea, a short distance from the centre of Cefalù. It has a private beach, a green park and free WiFi throughout. All rooms at Le Calette are air-conditioned and have Pay TV. Some offer views of the sea or of the garden. The bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer. The on site restaurants serve both local and Italian cuisine with a slight focus on fish and seafood dishes. Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet and is available daily. Situated in one a beautiful area of Sicily, Le Calette Hotel is just a few km from the Madonie Mountains.Show full description
Highly elegant. Stylish. Friendly staff. Alberi Del Paradiso is an ancient manor house, surrounded by lush gardens with large swimming pool. It offers a free seasonal shuttle bus service to connect with its private beach on the seafront of Cefalù. The shuttle bus has more runs at different times on the way to the manor. Offering free Wi-Fi and air conditioning, all rooms feature decorated tiled floors and classic wooden furniture. Some rooms overlook the gardens, and the rooms on the higher floors offer views of the Thyrrenian Sea. The property includes a wellness area with sauna and massage rooms. You can work out at the fitness centre or enjoy a game of tennis on the courts. The restaurant at Alberi Del Paradiso serves local Sicilian specialities, including Slow Food products for breakfast. During spring and summer meals are served in the garden. This elegant hotel is located on a hilltop overlooking the town and the sea, a 20-minute walk from the centre. The free parking is sheltered by solar panels.Show full description
I would describe this as the most ELEGANT central luxury hotel in Cefalù.
Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Set in Cefalù, Calanica offers independent bungalows 5 minutes’ walk from its private, furnished beach area. It features an outdoor pool, a sun terrace, and a restaurant. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Air-conditioned rooms at the Calanica have a garden or sea view, and a sofa. The private bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast buffet is provided daily, whilst the à la carte restaurant boasts sea views. A bar is also available. The famous Cefalù Cathedral is 5 km away, whilst Palermo can be reached by car in 50 minutes. The Madonie Regional Park is a 20-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Trendy. Great views. Great restaurant. With panoramic views of Caldura Bay and Rocca of Cefalù, Hotel Kalura has direct access to a private beach. It offers a pool, a tennis court and a scuba diving school, as well as free high-speed WiFi. Mediterranean-style rooms at the Kalura are air conditioned and include satellite TV and a minibar. All have a balcony and most overlook the sea. Breakfast can be enjoyed while admiring the Sicilian coastline. Local specialities are served at the restaurant, along with a list of 100 Sicilian wines. There also is an on-site shop with typical Sicilian products and books. In spring and autumn, there are walking and cycling tours while yoga, art and photography classes are available from March to November. There are bikes to rent and free parasols and deckchairs at the beach and swimming platform. The property is 2 km from Cefalù centre. Free parking is provided and you are 10 minutes' drive from the A20 Motorway.Show full description
Set in Cefalù, 200 metres from Sant'Ambrogio Beach, Emerald Hotel Residence Cefalù offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel features a hot tub. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also have sea views. At Emerald Hotel Residence Cefalù all rooms have a seating area. The accommodation offers a buffet or Italian breakfast. Bastione Capo Marchiafava is 6.8 km from Emerald Hotel Residence Cefalù, while Cefalù Cathedral is 7.4 km away. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 104 km from the hotel.Show full description
Hip. Nice style. Great value. Located just 400 metres from the beach and 5 km from the historic centre of Cefalù, Hotel Baia del Capitano features a private sandy beach, a tennis court and a free outdoor swimming pool. The Baia del Capitano features a Mediterranean design and is surrounded by olive trees. Guests have a sun terrace and a free car park. The hotel has been awarded the ISO 14001 quality certificate. Rooms are air conditioned and feature a minibar and a TV with satellite channels. WiFi is free in public areas. From 15 May until 15 October the hotel's private sandy beach has deckchairs and parasols, which you can rent on site. Guests also have free access to a rocky beach 150 metres away. Baia Del Capitano's restaurant serves a sweet and savoury buffet breakfast including organic and local products. It offers typical Sicilian cuisine and wines at dinner, as well as gluten-free and vegetarian options. Weekly special dinners are held with live piano or folk music.Show full description
I rate this as the coolest central luxury hotel in Cefalù. It also has great affordability.
Hotel Santa Lucia Le Sabbie d'Oro is 2 km from the centre of Cefalù. It offers direct access to a private sandy beach. All air conditioned, classic-style rooms here come with a flat-screen TV. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some rooms are equipped for guests wit limited mobility. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served daily at Hotel Santa Lucia. You can enjoy the on-site restaurant, or a drink at the pool-side bar. Cefalù Train Station is a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Buses stopping 50 metres away link to the centre of Cefalù.Show full description
Great restaurant. Cosy rooms. Located 8 km from Cefalù and surrounded by the woods of the Madonie Park, Vallegrande Nature Resort by Geocharme features a pool and a traditional Sicilian restaurant. The elegantly decorated rooms at Vallegrande Nature Resort by Geocharme come with air conditioning, an LCD TV, and a safety deposit box. The daily breakfast includes homemade pastries, ham, cheese and cereal. Light lunches can be enjoyed at the pool bar, where aperitifs are served in the evening. The gourmet restaurant serves Mediterranean specialities. Cefalù’s Norman Cathedral is a 15-minute drive from the Vallegrande. The beaches of Sant'Ambrogio are 5 km away, and guests may also like to visit the Sanctuary of Gibilmanna on nearby Pizzo Sant’Angelo Mountain. Vallegrande Nature Resort by Geocharme’s restaurant offers Sicilian specialities, reviewed by the chef’s creativity and professionalism.Show full description
Opened May 2021. Set in Cefalù, 700 metres from Spiaggia delle Salinelle, Carlton Hotel Riviera offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at Carlton Hotel Riviera have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony. A buffet, continental or Italian breakfast is available every morning at the property. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis and darts at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for snorkelling and canoeing. Spiaggia di Settefrati is 2.5 km from Carlton Hotel Riviera, while Cefalù Cathedral is 9.4 km away. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino, 95 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Creative. Great views. Located in Cefalù, 400 metres from Spiaggia Torre Conca, Mangia's Pollina Resort provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at Mangia's Pollina Resort can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play tennis at Mangia's Pollina Resort, and the area is popular for windsurfing and canoeing. Caletta Rais Gerbi Beach is 500 metres from the hotel, while Ai Pini Beach is 1.1 km away. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 112 km from Mangia's Pollina Resort.Show full description
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