Boutique Hotel Porta di Castro

Hotels
9.2 (2228 reviews)
Via Porta di Castro 223 , Palermo , it
+39 328 263 9433

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 2228 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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Guillaume • solo_traveller • fr
8
Un bon pied à terre pour découvrir Palerme !
Pros:

Le petit-déjeuner très copieux.
L’emplacement : 25 minutes maxi de tous les centres d’intérêt.
Personnel très à l’écoute et généreux.

Cons:

Isolation/bruit au niveau de notre chambre au RDC.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
5
This hotel does not live up to the slick professional photos that are used to sell the property, be cautious.
Pros:

The photos on booking.com were the best thing about this property, plus the breakfast was very good, if not a little unconventional.

The pictures were obviously taken a long time ago as the hotel is similar but totally different on the inside to the photos on the site.

The staff however were very accommodating when it came to finding us a room that was not dark and foisty, or small and smelling of smoke, and after looking at 3 rooms we ended up in an apartment down the road, which was nice.

I am sure there are some really nice rooms like in the photos but be aware that there are also some not so nice ones as this hotel is an old converted church, and the work was presumably done over 10 years ago.

We booked for 3 nights and left after two, mostly due to central Palermo itself than the apartment that we ended up in.

The narrow streets of Palermo are dirty, smelly and there is dog mess everywhere. Stay at Mondello and travel in if you have to, as it is the experience of Sicily which I suspect you are looking for.

Cons:

We did not like the stored suitcases filling the reception, the dirty location, the damp smell in some of the rooms, the donkey urine smell in the alley leading to the small pool.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Matthias • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Sehr sauber, sehr freundlicher Familienbetrieb.

Cons:

Lage und Parken

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrés • couple • es
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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OLLIVIER • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Surclassement et gentillesse du personnel. Merci

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Rubén • couple • es
2
No me gustó
Pros:

Recibimiento y la atención del personal

Cons:

La habitación olía a humedad, el aire acondicionado hacía mucho ruido y había una ventana que daba al pasillo por donde entraba la luz

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
10
A fantastic stay, the location, pool, breakfast and host were amazing!
Pros:

Amazing host and breakfast!

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Camila • solo_traveller • fi
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage und der Pool war einfach fantastisch

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Monika • solo_traveller • pl
7
Pros:

Basen, śniadanie, wygodny materac, strefa spa, bardzo blisko do centrum oraz atrakcji turystycznych i restauracji. Super personel.

Cons:

Drzwi od łazienki się nie zamykały, problem był z zamkiem w drzwiach także prysznic czy toaleta przy uchylonych lekko drzwiach. Prysznic spoko ale brak słuchawki prysznicowej w zamian tylko deszczownica.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • extended_group • fr
8
Pros:

La piscine
L’emplacement

Cons:

La décoration

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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silvia • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Accoglienza, posizione, e cortesia

Cons:

nulla

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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MARIA JESUS • extended_group • es
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Abruzzo • couple • it
1
Pulizia orrenda foto non reali non lo consiglio
Pros:

Ma la struttura le foto non sono reali, piscina orrenda, acqua sporca ci saranno stati solo tre lettini devi uscire dalla strada per raggiungere la piscina

Cons:

In bagno, il vetro del bagno della doccia orrendo tutto sporco non c’era l’attrezzatura adatta per poter appoggiare il rotolo di carta igienica in balcone tutto sporco piante usate come posacenere

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Peluqueria Leire • solo_traveller • es
10
Muy recomendable
Pros:

El estilo , la ubicacion , desayuno increible y la amabilidad de su dueño y trabajadores. Y sus
buenas recomendaciones nos dieron. Todo lo hacen facil.
Pudimos darnos una ducha antes de irnos aunq habíamos hecho el check out a las 11:00.

Cons:

Todo nos gusto.En principio la zona como no conociamos se nos hizo un poco raro . Pero enseguida ves que se encuentra a 2 minutos del Palacio Real.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Alexandre • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Très bel hotel, Personnel très agréable, organisé et au petit soins. Très bon petit déjeuné

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • family_with_children • fr
9
On a passé juste une nuit et c'était très agréable
Pros:

Personnel attentionné, un gâteau offert à l'arrivée et super petit déjeuner. La possibilité d'un parking hôtel avec supplément à 30 mètres. Plein de charme avec un patron sur place qui supervise tout.

Cons:

Ce quartier de la ville est très dense

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • hk
8
Pros:

Staff were great with parking facilities

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Flattot • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le personnel dès l’arrivée donne la couleur, super accueil

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Ariadna • couple • es
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee