The Best Central
Luxury Hotels in Palermo

Creative. Elegant. Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes is an elegant Art Nouveau building, right outside the restricted traffic area. It is a 5-minute walk from Palermo’s Massimo and Politeama Theatres. Breakfast is served in a luxurious hall, and includes Sicilian specialties such as almond pastries and granita crushed ice in summer. The property has classically furnished rooms and an extensive continental breakfast. Rooms at Des Palmes are decorated with traditional furniture and fine fabrics. Each has air conditioning, satellite TV and a minibar. Neo-Bistrot serves cocktails prepared by an expert mixologist. The on-site restaurant is open for dinner and offers a blend of Mediterranean and European cuisine. Palermo Port, where ferries depart for Cagliari and Naples, is a 10-minute walk away. Palermo Cathedral is 1.6 km from the hotel. Show full description

Creative. Trendy. The luxury Grand Hotel Wagner is full of old-world charm. This prestigious hotel set in the heart of Palermo, near the Politeama Theatre, the pedestrian area and many top-class shops and restaurants. Recently restored, this early-20th century building has exceptional interiors that featured in the famous Italian film ‘The Leopard’. Sit upon antique furniture and take in your surroundings; chandeliers, rare marble, rich carpets and old paintings. Rooms are just as exquisitely decorated. Sip a cocktail in the elegant American Bar or listen to relaxing music in the Piano Bar. The Wagner offers conference and business facilities with modern technology. Sessions in the fitness area and sauna, and massages can be booked on site. Show full description

Central. Very clean. Great location. Situated on one of the most admired streets in Palermo’s historical and commercial town centre, this stylish hotel exudes regional charm and touches of international modernity. It overlooks Ruggero Settimo Square and offers free Wi-Fi. Hotel Politeama is also located near the seaport and the bus station that links the city to the airport and the beach of Mondello. Built in 1977, and set behind an angular concrete façade, the hotel rises 9 stories above a point adjacent to one of Palermo's most architecturally distinctive theatres, the Politeama, in the heart of the stylish and well-heeled Via Liberta district. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily. Inside, guests can expect contemporary décor of polished granite, varnished hardwood, leather upholsteries, and Italian Moderno styling. The most interesting guest rooms overlook the heroic bronze chariots on the nearby theatre and the square that contains it. Show full description

In a prime location in the Monte di Pietà district of Palermo, Palermo Inn Boutique Arte is located 500 metres from Palermo Cathedral, less than 1 km from Fontana Pretoria and a 5-minute walk from Teatro Massimo. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel every room has air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All units include a safety deposit box. A buffet, continental or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near Palermo Inn Boutique Arte include Piazza Castelnuovo, Teatro Politeama Palermo and Via Maqueda. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 28 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among business travellers. Artemisia Palace Hotel is an early 20th-century building close to the Politeama Theatre. Palermo historical centre is 15 minutes' walk away and you will be close to the harbour. Décor is elegant and rooms are modern at the Artemisia Palace. All rooms have free Sky TV, a minibar, air conditioning and free toiletries. The Artemisia Palace Hotel has its own café and lounge, and on request special-diet and gluten-free produce for breakfast can be prepared. Guests can enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description

Featuring a terrace and set in the heart of Palermo, Hotel Plaza Opéra is just 150 metres from the Politeama Theatre. The rooms offer elegant parquet floors and a flat-screen satellite TV. WiFi is free throughout. All air-conditioned rooms are either decorated with serigraphs by modern painters, or with original 18th-century French engravings inspired by Jean de la Fontaine’s fables. Some rooms come with a spa bath. Most of the bathrooms have a walk-in shower. The property offers a bar and restaurant. The Plaza Opéra Hotel boasts a lobby. There is a cosy lounge bar, and breakfast includes delicious local specialities and a selection of organic products. Buses run from Palermo and Trapani airports, and stop 100 metres and 20 metres from the hotel respectively. Private transfers can also be booked at reception. Show full description

Hotel Garibaldi is right opposite Palermo's famous Politeama Theatre, and offers stylish rooms with air conditioning and satellite TV with Sky channels. Free WiFi throughout is provided. All rooms have modern décor and a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer. Some rooms come with tea and coffee making facilities. Each morning, a varied buffet breakfast is served with fresh coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Later you can relax and enjoy a cocktail in the ultra-modern American bar. The Garibaldi Hotel is in the centre of Palermo, a 20-minute walk from Palermo Cathedral. Show full description

Great value. The 4-star Mercure Palermo is located right in Palermo’s centre, 15 minutes’ walk from Palermo Cathedral. It offers free WiFi and modern rooms with design furniture. Teatro Politeama theatre is 350 metres away. Rooms have a refined atmosphere and mostly come with white, beige and black colour combinations. Each one has air conditioning, satellite TV channels and an elegant bathroom. A sweet and savoury continental-style breakfast buffet is available daily, including homemade cakes. Mercure Palermo Centro is a 10-minute walk from Palermo Harbour. Palermo Train Station can be reached on foot in around 20 minutes. Private garage parking is available at the property. Show full description

Located just 100 metres from Palermo's Politeama Theatre, Hotel Vecchio Borgo offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception. Rooms have a satellite flat-screen TV. Rooms at the Vecchio Borgo Hotel come with air conditioning and elegant parquet floors. Some offer a balcony and complimentary toiletries. A generous breakfast of local homemade food is served daily. Staff can recommend some of the many cafés, bars and restaurants in the area. The Borgo Vecchio open-air market is next to the hotel. Palermo Port is a 10-minute walk away. Show full description

Newly opened, July 2023. Set in Palermo, 300 metres from Fontana Pretoria, Palazzo Cartari offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features 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 coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Palazzo Cartari provides some units with city views, and the rooms have a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Cartari include Palermo Cathedral, Via Maqueda and Church of the Gesu. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 29 km from the hotel. Show full description

Super central. Cool. Great value. Popular among business travellers. The 4-star Hotel Federico II Central Palace II provides elegant rooms with unique décor conveniently in central Palermo. It also offers free WiFi access, a spa and 2 restaurants on the 5th floor. Hotel Federico II Central Palace is a 15-minute walk from Palermo Cathedral and only 400 metres from Teatro Massimo. The elegant rooms come with air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have a terrace. A generous buffet breakfast is served daily. The Aromi Restaurant features a selection of Sicilian wines and serves traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. The spa and wellness centre features a sauna, Turkish bath with aromatherapy and a relaxation area. Massages are available on request. Show full description

Very stylish. Central. Cosy rooms. Attractively situated in the Albergaria district of Palermo, Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel is situated 400 metres from Fontana Pretoria, 400 metres from Palermo Cathedral and 6 km from Ospedali Riuniti Palermo. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available each morning at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel include Via Maqueda, Church of the Gesu and Teatro Massimo. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 34 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Very clean. Good breakfast. Attractively located in the centre of Palermo, Hotel Pontemare features buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms include a kitchenette with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. The rooms feature a wardrobe. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Hotel Pontemare. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Fontana Pretoria, Palermo Cathedral and Teatro Politeama Palermo. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 28 km from Hotel Pontemare. Show full description

Cool. Good breakfast. This property offers a Special Protection Program, a strict program of precise safeguards dedicated to our guests and our staff. Situated in a completely refurbished classical building located in the historical and business centre of Palermo, this luxurious hotel is within walking distance from the main theatres, monumental churches and art galleries of the town. All of the hotel’s rooms are well equipped and elegantly furnished. Start your day in the breakfast room that faces the peaceful hotel garden, where you will enjoy a rich American breakfast buffet. Relax with a drink in the bar where you will find a good selection of famous aperitifs and cocktails served in a unique atmosphere. The elegant and comfortable hotel lobby is ideal if you need to conduct some business as it features Wi-Fi internet access. The hotel also features 2 meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 135 people. Show full description

Featuring a terrace overlooking Palermo harbour, 50 metres away, Ibis Styles Palermo offers free WiFi, a rooftop restaurant, and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. The bar is open 24 hours a day. The colourful rooms offer a laptop safe, an electric kettle and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries. Some rooms have a view of the Mediterranean Sea. An extensive buffet breakfast is available daily, while the restaurant specialises in classic italian cuisine. At the property you will find a 24-hour reception with luggage storage and web check-in service. Parking with cctv is available on site. The Teatro Massimo Opera House and Palermo's shopping district are 15 minutes away on foot. The nearest airport shuttle stop is Politeama square. Show full description

Highly elegant. Stylish. Great views. Offering panoramic views across the Bay of Palermo, Rocco Forte Villa Igiea is 2 km from Palermo Harbour. It features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and elegant rooms and suites. You will also find a gym, solarium and massage rooms at this luxury 5-star hotel. Every room has a different design and layout at Rocco Forte Villa Igiea and no two are the same. They do however have many facilities in common, including air conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view movies and a writing desk. Some offer views of the Tyrrhenian Sea or Pellegrino mountain. Drinks are available from the bar, while the restaurant serves Sicilian specialities. Free parking is provided. Show full description

Very central. Comfortable beds. Great location. Located right in front of the famous Teatro Massimo in Palermo, the Massimo Plaza Hotel offers uniquely furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is 5 minutes' walk from Teatro Politeama and a 10-minute walk from the Cathedral. All air-conditioned, the en suite rooms at the Massimo Plaza have a flat-screen TV with Sky channels, a minibar and luxurious linens and towels. Some feature a balcony with views of the theatre. Breakfast is served in your room, and gluten-free or other special dietary options are available. Friendly and professional staff are available at the 24-hour reception. Access to the hotel is via a precious marble staircase containing red ammonite fossils. Show full description

Hip. Creative. Cosy rooms. Giardino Inglese is set in a late 19th century building in north Palermo, around 2 km from Palermo Train Station and the Cathedral. It offers free Wi-Fi, and on-site facilities include a top floor with summer sauna and hot tub. Rooms are elegant and come with contemporary furniture and parquet floors. Each one is air conditioned and soundproofed. Facilities include an LCD TV and a balcony. A furnished garden and a 24-hour reception are available at Hotel Giardino Inglese. A rich American breakfast with both hot and cold dishes is served every morning. Just around the corner from the shopping street Viale Della Libertà, this 4-star hotel is 1 km from Piazza Politeama. Show full description

Great location. Comfortable beds. Situated in Palermo and with Fontana Pretoria reachable within 300 metres, Best Western Hotel Principe di Lampedusa features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Some units at the property have a patio with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Best Western Hotel Principe di Lampedusa the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Italian and American breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Best Western Hotel Principe di Lampedusa include Palermo Cathedral, Via Maqueda and Church of the Gesu. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 29 km from the hotel. Show full description

Principe di Villafranca is a design boutique hotel in the heart of Palermo, a short walk from the Politeama and Massimo theatres. Rooms are air-conditioned. Hotel Principe di Villafranca has been completely refurbished. It offers a relaxing lounge with library and a large lobby with bar. The gym has modern fitness machines. The restaurant serves delicious Sicilian dishes, together with a daily breakfast using fresh local ingredients. Show full description