Palermo travel guide: where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Palermo, Sicily, Italy.
Accommodation overview
Palermo's accommodation ranges from the five-star Grand Hotel et des Palmes and Villa Igiea to palazzo boutique hotels in the historic centre, four-star hotels around Politeama, Teatro Massimo and Kalsa, budget hotels and B&Bs near Ballarò, hostels, and seafront hotels in Mondello.
Hotels by budget
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Budget-friendly
Albergo Cavour
Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Kalsa / Station, Palermo, at Via Alessandro Manzoni 11.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Kalsa / Vucciria, Palermo, at Via Bottai 30.
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3-star hotel in Via Roma / Station, Palermo, at Via Roma 72.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Teatro Massimo, Palermo, at Via Maqueda 417.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Cassaro / Albergheria, Palermo, at Via del Celso 37.
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2-star hotel in Ballarò / Albergheria, Palermo, at Via Scarparelli 16.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Libertà / Politeama, Palermo, at Via Emerico Amari 146.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Mondello, Palermo, at Via Egle 7.
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Hostel in Vucciria, Palermo, at Discesa dei Maccheronai 13.
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Hostel in Politeama / Libertà, Palermo, at Via Dante 57.
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Hostel in Kalsa / Orto Botanico, Palermo, at Via Abramo Lincoln 97.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Teatro Massimo, Palermo, at Via Orologio 31.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Teatro Massimo / Capo, Palermo, at Piazza delle Stigmate 4.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Kalsa, Palermo, at Via Scopari 33.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Teatro Massimo, Palermo, at Piazza Giuseppe Verdi 36.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Cassaro / Albergheria, Palermo, at Via della Università 20.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Ballarò / Albergheria, Palermo, at Via Porta di Castro 75-77.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Ballarò / Albergheria, Palermo, at Via Giovanni Verga 13A.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Politeama / Libertà, Palermo, at Via Principe di Belmonte 94.
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Budget hotel or bed and breakfast in Kalsa / Piazza Marina, Palermo, at Via Lungarini 48.
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Grand Hotel Wagner
Upscale hotel in Libertà / Politeama, Palermo, at Via Riccardo Wagner 2.
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Boutique hotel in Albergheria, Palermo, at Via Santissimo Salvatore 6.
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Boutique hotel in Albergheria / Ballarò, Palermo, at Piazzetta Lucrezia Brunaccini 9.
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Boutique hotel in Politeama, Palermo, at Via Ruggero Settimo 74.
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4-star hotel in Kalsa / Vucciria, Palermo, at Via dei Cartari 18.
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4-star hotel in Kalsa / Foro Italico, Palermo, at Foro Italico Umberto I. Listed features include rooftop views, seasonal outdoor pool.
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4-star hotel in Teatro Massimo, Palermo, at Via Maqueda 437.
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Mid-range hotel in Kalsa / Marina, Palermo, at Via Butera 45.
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4-star hotel in Cassaro / Quattro Canti, Palermo, at Via Vittorio Emanuele 327.
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4-star hotel in Politeama, Palermo, at Via Nicolò Gallo 2.
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4-star hotel in Kalsa / Via Roma, Palermo, at Piazza Cassa di Risparmio 17.
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4-star hotel in Kalsa / Vucciria, Palermo.
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4-star hotel in Via Roma, Palermo, at Via Roma 111.
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4-star hotel in Politeama / Via Mariano Stabile, Palermo, at Via Mariano Stabile 112.
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Mid-range hotel in Via Roma / Politeama, Palermo, at Via Roma 477A.
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Upscale hotel in Politeama, Palermo. Listed features include rooftop bar, restaurant.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama, Palermo, at Via Michele Amari 11.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama / Via Mariano Stabile, Palermo, at Via Mariano Stabile 136.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama / Via Mariano Stabile, Palermo, at Via Mariano Stabile 126.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama / Via Mariano Stabile, Palermo, at Via Mariano Stabile 139.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama / Via Roma, Palermo, at Via Ottavio d'Aragona 25.
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Mid-range hotel in Cassaro / Quattro Canti, Palermo, at Via Vittorio Emanuele 310.
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3-star hotel in Kalsa / Orto Botanico, Palermo, at Via Abramo Lincoln 30.
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3-star hotel in Station / Libertà South, Palermo.
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3-star hotel in Station / Notarbartolo South, Palermo, at Via Luigi Giannettino 4.
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Mid-range hotel in Politeama, Palermo, at Via Principe di Granatelli 60.
Check rates on Booking.comCasa Nostra Boutique Hotel
Boutique hotel in Capo / Cassaro, Palermo, at Via Sant'Agostino 134.
Check rates on Booking.comCasa Giuditta Palermo Central Apartments
Mid-range hotel in Kalsa / Marina, Palermo, at Via Savona 10.
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4-star hotel in Libertà / Monte Pellegrino, Palermo, at Via Montepellegrino 62.
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3-star hotel in Tommaso Natale / northern outskirts, Palermo, at Via del Bersagliere 21.
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4-star hotel in Brancaccio / Via Messina Marine, Palermo, at Via Messina Marine 91.
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3-star hotel in Brancaccio / Via Messina Marine, Palermo, at Via Messina Marine 178.
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Mid-range hotel in Borgo Nuovo / Pallavicino, Palermo, at Via dei Quartieri 104.
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3-star hotel in Addaura / Mondello coast, Palermo, at Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo 4452.
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4-star hotel in Mondello, Palermo, at Via Piano di Gallo 11. Listed features include saltwater pool, seafront setting.
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Mid-range hotel in Mondello, Palermo, at Viale Margherita di Savoia 53.
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Boutique hotel in Mondello, Palermo, at Viale Vulcano 4.
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Grand Hotel et des Palmes
5-star luxury hotel in Politeama / Via Roma, Palermo, at Via Roma 398. Listed features include restaurant, bar, fitness room, parking.
Check rates on Booking.comVilla Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
5-star luxury hotel in Acquasanta, Palermo, at Salita Belmonte 43. Listed features include restaurant, bar, swimming pool, sea views.
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Choose your base based on your interests and travel style.
City Center
The heart of Palermo with easy access to main attractions, restaurants, and transportation.
Best for: First-time visitors, short stays
Old Town
Traditional architecture and local character. Walking distance to historical sites and authentic dining.
Best for: Culture enthusiasts, photographers
Our top picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
Grand Hotel et des Palmes
5-star luxury hotel in Politeama / Via Roma, Palermo, at Via Roma 398. Listed features include restaurant, bar, fitness room, parking.
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5-star luxury hotel in Acquasanta, Palermo, at Salita Belmonte 43. Listed features include restaurant, bar, swimming pool, sea views.
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Upscale hotel in Libertà / Politeama, Palermo, at Via Riccardo Wagner 2.
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Boutique hotel in Albergheria, Palermo, at Via Santissimo Salvatore 6.
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Boutique hotel in Albergheria / Ballarò, Palermo, at Piazzetta Lucrezia Brunaccini 9.
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Boutique hotel in Politeama, Palermo, at Via Ruggero Settimo 74.
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Get the best deals and avoid common mistakes.
Choose a base in Politeama, Teatro Massimo, Cassaro or Kalsa for a first visit so the main sights are walkable.
Central historic-quarter streets can be noisy at night; confirm room orientation when booking.
Mondello is a beach district about 10 km from the centre and needs a bus or taxi to reach the main sights.
Price ranges in this guide are indicative bands by hotel category, not live rates; check the property's own website or a booking platform before booking.
Summer and Easter are peak periods; book early for palazzo and boutique properties with few rooms.
Alternative accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.