Downtown Palermo hotels, Sicily

Residenza D'Aragona, Palermo

This handsome four-star hotel in Palermo is set in a peaceful spot, yet centrally located and well-served with public transport links (including the 'Stazione Marittima' for the ferries) and close to the centre of town between Via Liberta and Via Ruggiero Settimo. This area was developed around the beginning of the last century and the vast majority of the buildings here are in the classic Liberty or Art Nouveau style. The city's two main theatres are less than ten minutes' walk from the hotel - the Teatro Massimo and Politeama Garibaldi. And the wonderful Norman Palace with its splendid Palatine Chapel, decorated with lavish Byzantine mosaics is close at hand.

There are 20 palatial suites at the Residenza D'Aragona, Palermo, with dimensions ranging from 22 square metres to a big 40 square metres. The accommodation is elegantly decorated in classic imperial style and furnished with opulent neoclassical-style furniture. Non-smoking rooms have been furnished using allergy-free fabrics and furnishings and all have high-speed internet connection, satellite television, direct-dial telephone, personal safe and minibar. In addition there is individually controlled air conditioning, and fitted hairdryers have been installed in all the bathrooms. The bathrooms themselves are luxurious and feature both bathtub and shower. A complimentary beauty kit is provided for your comfort and convenience.

The spacious lobby of this Palermo hotel is furnished with taste and decorated using high-quality fabrics. There is a welcoming reception bar which remains open throughout the day, and breakfast is served in typical Italian style with a choice of sweet and savoury dishes plus a selection of delicious Sicilian pastries, all served with espresso or cappuccino as well as American-style filter coffee.

There is 24-hour service on reception, where guests will find an internet point and fax facility. There is also a tourist information service and reservations can be made on your behalf for sightseeing tours and excursions. The hotel has a laundry service, secure, covered parking and transfers to and from the airport or train station are available if required.

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Double room from €45

 

Score from 74 reviews: 8/10