“A stunning, historic residence d'epoca, now a boutique B&B, located in the old centre of Palermo, steps from the famous Quattro Canti. Still a private noble house, eight elegant rooms and suites and beautifully preserved salons are furnished with antiques and priceless cultural collections. ”
“A stunning, historic residence d'epoca, now a boutique B&B, located in the old centre of Palermo, steps from the famous Quattro Canti. Still a private noble house, eight elegant rooms and suites and beautifully preserved salons are furnished with antiques and priceless cultural collections. ”
Hotel Review
This intimate and historic 16th century palace in the heart of Palermo has been beautifully conserved by its aristocratic owners, the Barons of Valentino, and reinvented as a boutique B&B. Rooms are elegantly furnished with their original antiques, frescoes and paintings adorn the walls, and tall, vaulted ceilings lend grandeur. Some of the rooms have been chopped up a bit to make more space, but a number have small sitting rooms; damask walls and four poster beds with drapes can be found in others. Shutters and double glazing keep out the bright Sicilian light and the noise of the street, though today the traffic is restricted, so you are guaranteed a good night's sleep.
There is a small breakfast room, where you are encouraged to share a communal table, offering a generous spread of Sicilian specialties. The owners are often around, greeting guests like family friends. Downstairs there is a magnificent suite of reception rooms, with beautifully painted wooden coffered ceilings and a priceless collection of Russian objets, Chinese porcelain, and oriental prints. The rooms can be booked for private dinners and are often used for special events, including cultural events, symposiums and classical concerts.
Outside, its a short walk to many of the delights of this city. At least a dozen stunning churches can be found within a five minute radius, and there are plenty of wonderful restaurants nearby to book for dinner.
Written by James Dunford Wood
Recommended For
- Hideaway
- Centrally located yet with the feel of an intimate hideaway with its stunning interiors and shutters to block out the noise
- Romantic Break
- The handful of rooms and suites boast glorious period details for romantic, atmospheric stay
- Sights nearby
- Being right in the centre of Palermo's old town, you'll find all the highlights within walking distance
- Cooking classes
- These can be arranged by reception
- Museums
- Antiques
- Original antiques from when the palazzo was a private home
- Artworks
- A priceless collection of Russian and Asian artefacts.
- Literary
- The site of literary salons in the past
- Historic
- A 16th century palace built in 1555
- No restaurant
- Hearty breakfast is served daily
- Downtown
- Steps from the Quattro Canti
- Romantic
- Owner managed
- Family Suites
- Intimate
- Four poster beds
- Traditional
- Full of character
- Opulent
- B&B
Facilities
- Suites
- A number of suites, and the owner's apartment, are available to rent
- Walking distance restaurants
- There are plenty of great places to eat in the surrounding streets
- Private dining room
- By arrangement, for special events
- No restaurant
- Hearty breakfast is served daily
- Car not required
- Who wants to drive in Palermo?
- Air conditioning
- Lift
- Family Suites
- Wifi
- Four poster beds
Activities
- Sights nearby
- Being right in the centre of Palermo's old town, you'll find all the highlights within walking distance
- Theatre
- The famed Palermo opera house is nearby
- Cooking classes
- These can be arranged by reception
- Museums
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