Porta di Castro Hotel & SPA

Hotels
9.2 (2082 reviews)
Via Porta di Castro 223 , Palermo , it

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Delicious breakfast
Beautiful location
Cons:
Room could be a bit dark due to its location

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Rooms were very neatly cleaned during our short stay.
Service
9.55
Hotel staff was excellent, helpful, and attentive to our needs.
Location
9.05
The location is ideal for exploring the city by foot, with major attractions nearby.
Room Quality
9.05
The room was lovely and comfortable with a nice bathroom.
Amenities
9.05
Modern comforts were perfectly blended with authentic charm.
Value for Money
9.05
The experience provided a strong value for the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Breakfast was abundant and varied with fresh local products.
Overall Experience
9.55
A truly special experience, highly recommended for anyone visiting Palermo.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:52

Property Description

Historical Charm
Experience the charm of the 1500s at Porta di Castro, a beautifully restored townhouse in Palermo's historical centre. The original stone walls and archways in each room offer a unique glimpse into the past.

Convenient Location
Perfect for exploring Palermo, our hotel is just a short walk from the vibrant Ballarò Market and the stunning Cathedral. Immerse yourself in the local culture and easily navigate the city on foot.

Comfort and Convenience
Relax in air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, TV, and private bathrooms. Start your day with a delicious breakfast of fresh fruit and warm croissants before setting out to discover the nearby restaurants, cafés, and shops.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at Porta di Castro!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PMO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 2082 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 9.05
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Daniela • family_with_children • de
10
Perfekt für einen authentischen Aufenthalt in Palermo
Pros:

Personal war super nett und zuvorkommend.
Lage war mitten im Zentrum

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Elisabet • extended_group • se
10
Fantastiskt 🙌 bemötande, härlig välkomstdricka med tilltugg och en underbar frukost.
Pros:

Allt var bra 👍 Fantastisk ägare som mötte oss på gatan för att därefter parkera vår bil 🚗. När vi skull åka därifrån så körde han vår bil ett par kilometer så att vi lättare skulle kunna köra ut mot flygplatsen. Så vänligt!

Cons:

Allt var bra

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • de
8
Bescheiden
Pros:

Die Lage ist außergewöhnlich gut , … der Rest des Hotels eher bescheiden .

Cons:

Was mir absolut nicht gefallen hat : es gibt im Umkreis von 5 km absolut nichts ! Weder Restaurant noch sonst etwas !

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • ch
7
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • extended_group • gb
8
Amazing stay with 6 friends. Would recommend this hotel.
Pros:

Location was amazing. Breakfast was so tasty but quite a lot of food which could be off putting for some.

Cons:

Rooms were small but for the time we spent in the they were comfortable. We had an issue with our drains too but the maintenance were quick to sort out the issue.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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meagan • solo_traveller • ca
7
Quirky but more of 3 star than a 4 star
Pros:

The staff were all top notch and very helpful, and the breakfast was plentiful (though I found it odd they just brought out a really large amount of stuff without asking us what we wanted). The location of the hotel was convenient. The pool was nice.

Cons:

The room we were placed in was extremely tired looking and the couch seemed unclean. I have stayed in significantly nicer 3 star hotels in terms of room quality. The parking situation was not accurately described, we arranged for parking and was told it was unavailable on the day we arrived. We ended up street parking and ultimately received a ticket.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • de
10
Fantastyczny hotel w centrum miasta.
Pros:

Fantastyczne miejsce, przepiękny hotel w centrum Palermo, przepyszne śniadanie, wyjątkowy klimat, bardzo sympatyczna obsługa

Cons:

Nie było takich rzeczy.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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carol • couple • fr
9
Très agréable.
Pros:

L'hôtel est très bien situé, proche du centre historique. Le personnel est accueillant, de bons conseils et toujours prêt à rendre service. La chambre spacieuse, sa baignoire à remous; le tout, très propre. Le petit déjeuner copieux et varié. La piscine est un vrai havre de paix.

Cons:

L'absence de tasses à côté de la bouilloire, ainsi que celle de gobelets sur l'évier de la salle d'eau; cela aurait évité de les demander.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
7
Generally good but a few improvements would make it execellent.
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff. Good location. Quirky building & decor. Drinking water on tap. Huge breakfast.

Cons:

Not told about building works under our room so noisy from 7.30am. Bathrooms & jacuzzi bath jets need deep clean. Bedlinen & towels need upgrading. Hooks needed in bathroom for robes.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • family_with_children • se
6
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Emilie • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Hôtel très bien situé, petit déjeuner incroyable et personnel très sympa. Nous sommes arrivés tard dans la nuit et avons eu aucun soucis.

Cons:

Le lit est très dur.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Ino • couple • nl
10
Fantastisch!
Pros:

Het zeer uitgebreide ontbijt en de service van de medewerkers. Zeer vriendelijk, behulpzaam en attent!

Cons:

De kamer met vide was ruim, het bed op de vide ziet er mooi uit maar was niet erg comfortabel voor oudere mensen.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Hans • couple • at
8
Der Aufenthalt war schön und Italien pur.
Pros:

Sehr gut gefallen hat uns die Kombination von
moderner Technik (Archtektur) mit Trödel und alten typischen Fahrzeugen und Fahrzeugteilen (Vespa, Fahrräder, Stuck und alten Eineichtungselementen).
Auch die Zusammenstellung des Frühstücks mit viel Obst und typischem Gebäck war erfreulich.

Cons:

Nicht gefallen hat uns das Fehlen von Lapalien, wie die Möglichkeit nasse Handtücher aufzuhängen (keine Haken, keine Handtuchhalter). Ach hatte ich mir unter „Suite“ eine etwas andere Dimension erwartet - kein Tisch, keine Sitzmöglichkeit. Auch wäre bei zumindest einem Fenster ein Insektenschutz wünschenswert.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Rohrreinigung • extended_group • de
10
Beste Lage, mehr Zentrum mitten in der Altstadt geht nicht!
Pros:

Das Frühstück war fantastisch! Schon lange haten wir kein serviertes Frühstück mehr! Frisches Obst, verschiedenes süßes und deftiges Gebäck - es fehlte nichts, war schon fast zu viel!

Cons:

Es war alles toll!

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Benj2a • solo_traveller • fr
8
Hotel très agréable, bien situé et à tarif très modéré
Pros:

La gentillesse du personnel, l'emplacement et le petit déjeuner gargantuesque

Cons:

Rien à dire

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • at
9
Ein empfehlenswertes Hotel in Palermo.
Pros:

Sehr gutes Frühstück, Bad im diesem Zimmer außergewöhnlich

Cons:

tw. Lärm in Gasse

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Marijo • couple • hr
9
Pros:

Very kind staff, good breakfast and location!

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
çağlar • couple • tr
7
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Melanija • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Eve • couple • gb
6
Convenient location but would not spend time at the hotel
Pros:

It has the potential to be so great but feels very neglected. Lovely people though.

Cons:

Level of cleanliness and comfort did not meet my expectations

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee