The Best Hotels in Palermo, Italy

Surrounded by the historical sites of Palermo – from ancient monuments to baroque churches – the Quattro Incanti lies just steps from the Quattro Canti, where the city’s oldest roads meet. This hotel will give you a taste of multicultural Palermo, where centuries of invasion and trade have given rise to a unique Sicilian culture. The rooms feature nods to the island’s traditions, from brightly decorated Sicilian carts to glazed pottery, immersing you in the history of the city before you’ve even left your hotel room.

Stay in a true slice of medieval history in the heart of Palermo. Harmony Hotel BB sits inside a restored early-15th-century building, nestled in the winding streets of the city’s historic centre. Behind the façade lies a friendly bed and breakfast with comfortable rooms and all-inclusive snacks, drinks and coffees. A genuine, warm Sicilian welcome awaits you here.

Named after the German composer who lived on the street in the 1880s, the Grand Hotel Wanger is a masterpiece of sumptuous 19th-century elegance. Chandeliers light up palatial rooms filled with gold, marble and antique paintings. After a day exploring the cultural sights of Palermo, revive yourself in the spectacular American Bar, with a classic Sicilian cocktail in hand.

Nestled in the Galleria delle Vittorie – Palermo’s answer to the famous shopping galleries of Milan and Naples – this elegant hotel boasts a surprisingly contemporary design behind its neoclassical exterior. Guest rooms and suites feature chromotherapy showers and modern four-poster beds to flop into after a day shopping in the nearby maze of city-centre streets.

Brimming with charm, this boutique hotel is just a short walk away from the imposing 12th-century cathedral and the eclectic must-see sights of the historic centre. Refined rooms are tastefully understated and come complete with balconies with sweeping vistas over the Sicilian capital. Soak up the Mediterranean climate at Casa Nostra’s courtyard terrace, or hire bikes to explore further afield.

Palazzo Brunaccini used to be a palace belonging to the noblewoman Lucrezia Brunaccini (as the name suggests). The lavish hotel is now decorated with Chesterfield armchairs, contemporary artwork and Sicilian ceramics. Each room has its unique quirks – from private terraces overlooking the ancient city rooftops to Jacuzzi baths. Just behind the ancient Ballarò street market, the hotel has a restaurant, Da Carlo a Palazzo Brunaccini, serving arguably the best fish dishes in Palermo. Try the swordfish, served with sweet onion marmalade alongside caper-almond pesto.