With a stay at Hotel Politeama, you'll be centrally located in Palermo, just a 3-minute walk from Via Roma and 7 minutes by foot from Teatro Massimo. .This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Quattro Canti and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Palermo Harbour.
What's nearby
Politeama Garibaldi Theater - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Piazza Ruggero Settimo - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Via Roma - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Teatro Massimo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Via Maqueda - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Palermo Notarbartolo Station - 9 min drive
Giachery Station - 17 min walk
Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Nojo - 2 min walk
Pastando - 3 min walk
Antico Caffè Spinnato - 3 min walk
I Cuochini - 3 min walk
Spinnato - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Politeama
Hotel Politeama offers 85 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 85 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the hotel's bar/lounge, Politeama, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Politeama - This bar serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Politeama - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Valet parking on site (EUR 23 per day)
Limited on-site valet parking
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Politeama
Politeama
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Meeting room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
9 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1977
Renovated entire property - September 2019
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pay films
TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Valet parking fee: EUR 23 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number IT082053A1UEWLNAOM
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
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Hotel Politeama Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great central location. Modern, clean, superb breakfast options. Polite and helpful staff. Some noise outside, but you are in the city centre after all. Unusual pillows, you’ll see what I mean when you go. But do stay here as we would definitely go back.
Too hot when we arrived. I asked why the air conditioning wasn’t working and was told that the municipal titms or off during winter. They moved us to the room with balcony and asked us to open the window for cool air. That didn’t last because of the noise from outside and rain. I asked for a refund to go to another hotel that had ac.
Finally got to another hotel that had ac and was able to sleep. If you travel here in their winter season, take note of the air conditioning situation especially if you have breathing issues.
This is a nice hotel with some pros and cons. Pros: Good location close to good bakeries, coffee shops, shopping, and theaters. It's a fairly long walk to the Kalsa and Cattedrale, so not so convenient if you want to focus your sightseeing on those areas. The hotel is clean and the rooms are modern with excellent water pressure. Breakfast is excellent. Cons: The biggest downside for us was the lack of ventilation in the rooms. We visited in December when the weather was gorgeous and balmy. Unfortunately the windows in the room only opened at the top, and only for a few inches. The room was sweltering and we couldn't air it out even though it was lovely outside. And leaving the window open at night is not an option because the hotel is on a very noisy street. The staff kindly provided a fan but we just couldn't cool the room down as the A/C had been turned off for the winter season. We would hesitate to visit again unless we were able to secure a room where the window opened completely.
I had a great experience at Hotel Politeama in Palermo. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable—exactly what you want after a long day exploring the city.
The location is unbeatable: right in the center, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and major sights.
A big plus is that the hotel offers parking, which made getting around incredibly convenient. I also want to highlight the excellent service from the concierge, Filippo, who was extremely helpful throughout our stay and made the experience even smoother.
We had a great stay! The hotel was very well-kept and spotless throughout our visit. The staff were friendly and welcoming. It’s also conveniently located in the central area — just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and local attractions. Highly recommend for anyone looking for comfort and convenience.
We loved this place - excellent value on the edge of the old town; most main sites in walking distance but not right in the middle of it all. Comfortable modern well furnished room (though pillows a little hard) with balcony and city view. Rooftop restaurant was special and worth a visit. Breakfast reasonable and plentiful. Staff very helpful.
Very nice & comfortable stay. Excellent location to stay in Palermo. Easy walking distance to the old town. We had a balcony with a view of the Piazza Garibaldi so a lovely place to sit out on & enjoy the view. Excellent restaurant with a fabulous on the rooftop, but quite small & therefore busy so definitely need to book.
The reception was always very welcoming. The room was very clean. Filippo, the concierge, was so helpful in helping with transportation to see my family in Grotte, just an amazing person. The area is wonderful to walk around. Will be back
Great breakfast choices with wide variety for all tastes.
Rooms were older but clean and such a perfect location in Palermo.
Had a room on the ninth floor and whilst the view was amazing the trade off was the noise from the rooftop restaurant (whose food was wonderful) as they dragged tables and chairs around at all hours.
Def stay at this hotel but on a lower floor. Staff were terrific!
Short, wonderful stay in a clean and spacious room. Loved the location overlooking a cool plaza, and pretty good shopping/restaurants within a 7 minute walk. Expensive designer stuff really very close if that is desirable to you.
Breakfast was extra but great variety with healthy options avaliable and good coffee.
Kim
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Dori
15 Oct 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel has an incredible rooftop bar with views of the city. It’s also very centrally located near all the major attractions. Less than a 10 minute walk to the Massimo Theater. However, the room was very basic, beds were still, pillows were hard. If they updated the rooms this hotel would be 5/5
We stayed for 4 nights at the end of August into the beginning of September. The location of the hotel is perfect and during our time in Palermo, we kept saying that we couldn't imagine staying anywhere else in the city.
Both Via Roma and Via Maqueda are right by the hotel and offer tons of shopping, dining, and sight-seeing options. We tended to prefer Via Maqueda, but both will take you to the central station within a 25-30 minute walk. The hotel is also within a short walking distance of bus stops that can take you all around the city. Also, right by the hotel is probably the best sandwich shop in all of Palermo (A’ Putìa), which we definitely considered to be a major perk of its location.
The hotel's rooftop bar offers a cool view of the city, but the view from our room's balcony was perhaps even better! The hotel staff were lovely and even let us check out an hour later than the hotel's official time for free. If you are planning a stay in Palermo, we couldn't recommend this hotel enough!
Great room - we stayed in the suite with terrace and it was fabulous! Enormous terrace overlooking the theatre piazza. Staff were really friendly and helpful… couldn’t have wanted more from our brief 3-night stay in Palermo
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward
Travelled with family
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I’m sending hotel. Best location in Palermo. Overlooking the square. Room accommodation and staff all excellent. Will be back.
Edward
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelly
29 Sept 2025
Liked: Amenities
Very nice staff restaurant is excellent great location