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Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

1.0 star property
Art Deco B&B with full-service spa, connected to a shopping center, near Ballaro Market

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Porta di Castro Boutique Hotel & Spa offers a warm welcome near Palermo Harbour. Enjoy local cuisine for breakfast, take advantage of in-room WiFi and helpful concierge services while exploring nearby Palermo Cathedral and Via Vittorio Emanuele.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is $246
$279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

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Standard Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Triple Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Basic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Exclusive Suite Jetted Tub, Pool Access | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Exclusive Suite Jetted Tub, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Elite Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Elite Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Porta Di Castro 223, Palermo, PA, 90134

What's nearby

  • Via Vittorio Emanuele - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palace of the Normans - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palermo Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sicilian Region Central Library - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Via Roma - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 39 min drive
  • Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans Station - 3 min walk
  • Palermo Central Station - 15 min walk
  • Palermo Vespri Station - 15 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Marocco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sfrigola - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Da Umberto A Ballaro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mec - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KATIA - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa

  • Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Ballaro Market and Via Roma. Guests can go for a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with massages. This Art Deco bed & breakfast is also within a short drive of Palermo Harbour and Teatro Massimo. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Children aged 3 and younger eat free breakfast
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 20.00 per night)
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station pick-up*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2010
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the bed & breakfast's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 35 per vehicle (one way)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle, beach shuttle, and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 60.0 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 20.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to October 31
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property Registration Number IT082053C1Y988XG8C

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 20.00 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 35 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa has a spa and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa like?

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa is in Palermo Historical Center, a short 3-minute walk from Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans Station and 11 minutes' walk from Ballaro Market. Travelers say that the bed & breakfast is in a great location.

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Reviews

Porta di Castro Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as incredible, amazing, and outstanding with many options and generous portions. (78 reviews)
  • The pool is perfect for a quick dip to refresh after a day of sightseeing or just to unwind. (6 reviews)
  • The spa offered a relaxing and tranquil experience with fantastic massages. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful boutique hotel stay in the heart of real Sicilian life. A bit eclectic (in a good way) Staff was beyond great, going out of their way to surpass all of our expectations. The breakfast was truly unbelievable and they even accommodated us a bit early one morning. I highly recommend!
Breakfast!
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, great location and wonderful staff
Kim, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean, fun, great breakfast
Dana, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff
Morris, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic quirky hotel with great attentive friendly staff
Robert A, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel with great staff,
Ragnar, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely enjoyable stay Outstanding staff and amazing breakfast. My room was small but perfectly adequate for a solo traveler Highly recommend
Tony, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was top notch
Shawn, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful hidden gem of a hotel this turned out to be. Staff was wonderful, breakfast was incredible and was close to all that we wanted to see. Would definitely recommend as well as stay here again in the future. OWNER WAS hands on and made our stay so enjoyable.
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was so welcoming! Even though we had to leave before breakfast they brought a breakfast platter up to our room with lots of yummy stuff on it! It’s a boutique hotel so it has a great personality and super cute rooms!
Latonya, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super location, super service.

Excellent staff, great location. Friendly and supper efficient.
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

awesome hotel to stay at in the middle of Palermo. great service and attention to detail.
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Whimsical but charming accommodations

This is a whimsically decorated place and not your traditional hotel atmosphere but meets all your needs. The hotel staff was very helpful especially Dalila was very friendly and provided excellent guidance.
Kirtida, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Porta Di Castro is a well placed hotel, but set in an edgy district of Palermo. Charming staff whom were very helpful and respectful.
Glenn, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a hidden gem! The breakfast is possibly one of the biggest (with the most variety) we’ve ever experienced. Conveniently located and close to the main attractions and streets! The staff were superb, so attentive.
Amber, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to Palermo Cathedral close to good restaurants and shops by walking great complementary breakfast nice helpful staff
Ama, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Healthy and good service.
David, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay in Palermo

We had an incredible stay. The place is beautiful and so unique, staff were amazing and we were lucky enough to be upgraded. Definitely recommend this hotel.
Aimee, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The staff was wonderful, but the room wasn’t great. The bathroom had zero counter space, and no towel racks. The couch was stained and very difficult to get up from.
Stephen, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the location, the staff and vibe of the hotel. The breakfast was wonderful- quite the spread! There is a pool but it was icy cold and not really usable so I would suggest heating the pool to make it nice for guests to use.
Carrie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The owner and the staffs are super helpful and friendly.
Dan, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the design that combines the old castle building with modern touches, including the scooters and bicycles used as decorations. The service was warm and full of personal touches. We really enjoyed the welcome cocktail and the cassata cake. A very generous breakfast and spotless rooms made the stay even better. In the end, it is truly great value for money.
Amnon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is tucked away in a local area but just minutes walk from the sites and main streets. The design and decor are charming and unique, but the biggest standout was the service. The staff went out of their way to help us with last minute and changing plans for the 1 night we stayed there. True hospitality!
Kendall, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Sicily

The staff was some of the most lovely hotel staff I have ever come across. They made us stay so special. I would come back in a heartbeat.
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff working there are very friendly and helpful. The daily breakfast is amazing.
Ye, 4-night trip