Upscale hotel in Libertà / Politeama, Palermo, at Via Riccardo Wagner 2.
Grand Hotel Wagner is an upscale hotel at Via Riccardo Wagner 2, on the border of the Libertà and Politeama districts of Palermo, Sicily. The street is named for the German composer, and the address places guests within a few minutes' walk of Teatro Politeama, Piazza Ruggero Settimo and the long shopping avenue of Via Libertà. The old town, including the Quattro Canti crossroads, the cathedral and Teatro Massimo, is reachable on foot in roughly fifteen to twenty minutes or by a short taxi ride, and the area is served by city buses. Falcone-Borsellino Airport lies about 35 kilometres to the west, connected by taxi and the airport shuttle bus that stops in the city centre. The neighbourhood is part of Palermo's nineteenth-century expansion, with wide boulevards, Liberty-style buildings and a more orderly street grid than the medieval centre, which many visitors find quieter at night. The hotel offers double and twin rooms in the upscale tier, with nightly prices generally in the range of 100 to 260 euros depending on date and demand. Specific amenities are not listed in the available data, so details such as breakfast arrangements, a restaurant, air-conditioning and parking should be confirmed with the property. Palermo's hotels at this level typically serve a buffet-style Italian breakfast with pastries, fresh fruit and coffee, and guests who want a fuller Sicilian experience can dine nearby on Via Libertà and around the Politeama, where trattorias, pizzerias and pastry shops serve granita, cannoli and arancine. The service character is that of a city hotel suited to both leisure visitors and business travellers attending meetings in the Libertà business area. The central position makes it a practical base for day trips by train or bus to Monreale, Cefalù, Segesta and the seaside suburb of Mondello, which is reachable by bus in around half an hour. Visitors seeking a quieter, more polished district than the Ballarò and Vucciria market quarters, while staying within walking distance of major monuments, often choose this part of town.
| Price | €100–260 per night (~$115–299) |
|---|---|
| Address | Via Riccardo Wagner 2, 90139 Palermo |
Room types
- double room
- twin room
Location
Via Riccardo Wagner 2, 90139 Palermo
38.1236, 13.3585 View on map
Highlights
- Upscale hotel on Via Riccardo Wagner near Teatro Politeama
- Walkable to Via Libertà shopping and Piazza Ruggero Settimo
- Double and twin rooms in the 100 to 260 euro range
- Quieter nineteenth-century district than the old-town market quarters
- Convenient base for day trips to Monreale, Cefalù and Mondello
Tips for visiting
- Confirm breakfast, air-conditioning and parking with the hotel, as amenities are not listed.
- Take the city bus or a taxi to reach Mondello beach in about half an hour.
- Use the airport shuttle bus to the centre as a cheaper alternative to a taxi.
- Book ahead for Easter and summer, when central Palermo fills quickly.
- Walk to the old town in the morning, before midday heat in summer.
When to visit
Spring and early autumn offer comfortable sightseeing weather. July and August are hot and busy.
Accessibility
Accessibility information is not confirmed. Travellers with mobility needs should contact the hotel to ask about lifts, step-free entrances and adapted rooms.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Grand Hotel Wagner?
It is at Via Riccardo Wagner 2 in the Libertà and Politeama area of Palermo, close to Teatro Politeama.
How far is it from the old town?
The Quattro Canti and cathedral are roughly fifteen to twenty minutes away on foot, or a short taxi ride.
What is the price range?
Rates are typically about 100 to 260 euros per night depending on season and room.
Which room types are available?
The hotel lists double and twin rooms.