Hotel Mediterraneo

Initially uncertain of the location, but rest assured the hotel is PERFECTLY to explore old down town Palermo. Taking the Airport to City bus, alighted at Teatro Politeama Garibaldi ( Piazza Rugerro Settimo ) it was just 5 min walk. Located in a side street, the reception is huge and a little old fashioned - yet the staff were very warm and welcoming. I was located on the first floor - short flight of steps or a lift. Breakfast was on the ground floor and typically european continental. Two coffee machines and a basic buffet. The boiled eggs and cheese made handy rolls ! The hotel appears to be dull, maybe due to its age, or its location in an narrow street, however it is VERY clean - and the maids did a good job of the room each day. There is a safe in the room. On the last day; obliged by check out at 11, there were no issues in leaving luggage in a secure room, allowing more to time to explore the town once again without dragging wheels on cobbles !

So the hotel has traditional hotel rooms and then what we would consider suites in the U.S. we booked a suite which came with a kitchen. For the money we spent, we got an AMAZING bargain. The room as spacious and comfortable. We stocked the refrigerator with snacks and drinks so we could kick back and relax in the evenings. We did not have breakfast at the hotel, opting instead to get coffee out and have it with fresh danish and yogurt we purchased the day before. It made for relaxed and quiet mornings. The street outside is busy into the early hours so we had to sleep with the windows closed at night. But we had some nice breezes to cool it off in the evening since it was too early for air conditioning The hotel is convenient to the historical district, the harbour and shopping. There are lots of restaurant options nearby and bodegas to pick up small things you might need. The room was not well stocked so we bought body wash, tissues and some other comforts we needed. If you plan to use the kitchen, I suggest getting a small dish soap and wash pad. Again, there are lots of nearby places to get those things as well as fresh ingredients if you want to prepare meals.

Very close to the center especially to theatre Massimo, everything at your fingertips, in a quite street with limited traffic, in a quiet area, cleaning and kindness of staff. The price reflects the category it belongs it to.

Very friendly staff and reception is permanently open. The hotel is centrally located, right next to Massimo Theater, on a quiet pedestrian street, which gives it a big plus.

Big city hotels can be hit and miss when it comes to quality, but for such a busy town, hotel is very well insulated from noise. Was backpacking for 2 weeks in Sicily, and this was marvelous, great choices for breakfast and easy check-in with flexible times. Also very well located for walking tour through the old historic town, including markets etc.