Sicily - the five star Grand Hotel Villa Igiea, Palermo

Grand Hotel Villa Igiea, Palermo

Originally built by the powerful Florio family at the beginning of the 20th century the magnificent Grand Hotel Villa Igiea boasts a commanding position looking out onto the sea of Palermo. During its illustrious history this luxurious five-star hotel has welcomed the rich and famous from all over the world. This palatial villa is surrounded by exotic, jasmine-scented gardens and there's a delightful swimming pool perched above the seashore; all in all, a truly fabulous setting either for a memorable holiday, an important conference or a grand banquet.

Every one of the 109 spacious and elegantly furnished rooms has a wonderful view. And as well as a thoughtfully equipped en-suite bathroom, every room has a relaxing seating area with cable/satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Newspapers can be delivered to your room each morning and guests can request a wake-up call if required.

Guests can dine in the superlative hotel restaurant, the Belle Epoque where delicious Mediterranean cuisine is served while diners look out onto the spectacular Gulf of Palermo. During the summer, guests may choose to try the distinctive Sicilian menu in the more informal atmosphere of the American poolside bar.

Impressive business services include a dedicated business-support centre where guests can hire computers, make use of the secretarial and translation services available and arrange meetings and presentations. The hotel has a family-friendly focus, too; cots or cribs are available and there's a lovely outdoor play area for children to play in. All children under 13 stay free and there is a babysitting service, too. Free parking is available and all major credit cards are welcome.

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Double room from €120