Tommaso Natale - Sferracavallo Vacations from AED3,268

We got a quiet room on the 9th floor with a great view of the ocean. Rooms could use some updating to meet the 4 stars the hotel claims itself to be but it was comfortable for our needs and the bathroom was decent. Their continental breakfast was a highlight and had a variety of pastries, savory buns, some hot items like scrambled eggs and bacon, and a good selection of grains, fruits and drinks. The dining room was located on the top floor with a panoramic view of Palermo. There’s a rooftop swimming pool but wasn’t open in March. Location may not be ideal for travelers on foot but there’s free parking for the car inclined. I would definitely stay here again.

Beautiful property in an excellent location.

The hotel is located in an old Palazzo, there are stairs to go up to access the entrance, the hotel itself is very bland and feels like a museum, the rooms are very basic and a little old. The street noise can be quite loud but does get quiet between midnight and 5 am. You can hear everything from your room including other guests. Staff are very nice and accommodating, breakfast is basic but good, location seems a little rough around the edges but it is actually quite well situated and we felt safe the entire time we were there. If you can deal with lack of sleep and basic amenities this hotel is perfect for your stay in Palermo.

The hotel is centrally located between the older, scenic part of the city along via Maqueda, where there is a multitude of shops, street vendors, restaurants and small bars. The Massimo theatre is across the street and was a lively place to sit and people watch. In addition to opera and other shows hosted there, the view of the building is quite beautiful in itself. The slightly remodeled section of the city is to the right of the hotel coming out of the front doors which leads to a completely different feel of the city. Although Palermo can seem a bit rough around the edges, do not be afraid to walk the streets of the older side, that’s where you will stumble upon the magic. Longer daytime walking of 15-20 mins here and there will lead to some of the most spectacular architectural wonders. If you can look beyond the crumbling cascade of post WWII damage and appreciate the dichotomy of old and new, you will find the real beauty in the complex multiculturalism, lightheartedness in the people, and a ton of hidden gems.