"The BnB is spotless clean and elegantly furnished, giving travellers the real "palace" experience that one may expect when booking."
Mansoureh from Germany
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"Lovely spacious authentic room in a grand building!"
Audrey from France
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"Classy vintage furniture and decoration in the rooms."
Anonymous from Spain
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"Good and safe location, walking distance to restaurants and main attractions."
Inna from United States
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Historic palace hotel in Palermo's Borgo Vecchio district
Prime City Centre Location
Palazzo Benso sits in Palermo's folkloristic Borgo Vecchio neighborhood, a 4-minute walk from Teatro Politeama Palermo and 600 metres from Piazza Castelnuovo. Fontana Pretoria is a 17-minute walk away, and Palermo Cathedral is 1.8 km from the hotel. Guests can reach Teatro Massimo in less than 1 km and have direct access to Via Maqueda and local dining streets.
Comfortable Accommodations
Each room in this restored 19th-century palace has air conditioning, a private bathroom, and city views. Several rooms offer balconies and soundproofing, with premium bedding and original antique furniture. Family rooms and interconnected rooms are available for groups traveling together.
Delicious Breakfast
The hotel serves a buffet breakfast with Italian options including fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice. Special diet menus can be arranged, and there is a coffee shop on site for additional refreshments. A communal kitchen area allows guests to prepare their own snacks and mingle with other travelers.
Convenient Services
Palazzo Benso offers private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping. An airport shuttle can be organised, and bicycle parking is available for guests exploring on two wheels. The property is pet-friendly with pet baskets and bowls, and provides CCTV in common areas plus key access for security.
Family and Cultural Immersion
The hotel provides board games and puzzles for children, along with family rooms that accommodate up to four guests. Breakfast is a social occasion where travellers from different countries share experiences, fostering a communal atmosphere. The building's richly decorated lobby with chandeliers and artful tile work offers a glimpse into Palermo's architectural history.
Highlights
Location: 4 min from Teatro Politeama, 1.8 km from Palermo Cathedral
Rooms: premium bedding, original antique furniture, city views
Breakfast: buffet with fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, juice
Pet-Friendly: baskets and bowls provided, no extra charge