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A Casa di Amici, hotel in Palermo

Offering both en-suite rooms and beds in shared dormitories, A casa di Amici is located in the centre of Palermo. Guests can enjoy a bar, a shared terrace and a lounge area.

Great staff, clean and comfy rooms, delicious breakfast, good wifi in the common spaces and the availability of space to work/take calls
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,771 reviews
Price fromUS$57.61per night
Hostelò - Luxury Hostel, hotel in Palermo

Hostelò - Luxury Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Palermo.

Very nice hostel with perfect location (on a main calm street and close to the other avenues and the center). The staff is very kind and helpful. Little bonus, the balcony to enjoy a cappucino!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
125 reviews
Price fromUS$118.57per night
Ostello Bello Palermo, hotel in Palermo

Conveniently situated in the centre of Palermo, Ostello Bello Palermo provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Common areas and location.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
54 reviews
Price fromUS$93.08per night
Via Zara, hotel in Palermo

Well set in the La Kalsa district of Palermo, Via Zara is located 200 metres from Fontana Pretoria, less than 1 km from Palermo Cathedral and a 5-minute walk from Via Maqueda.

This hostel is very sympathetic, friendly and homy. Good people there.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,199 reviews
Price fromUS$94.74per night
Balarm Hostel - Youth Hostel age limit 18-50, hotel in Palermo

Located in Palermo and with Fontana Pretoria reachable within 700 metres, Balarm Hostel - Youth Hostel age limit 18-50 provides express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge,...

Friendly, central
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
1,278 reviews
Price fromUS$54.45per night
Sunshine Hostel Palermo, hotel in Palermo

Featuring a terrace, bar and free WiFi, Sunshine Hostel Palermo is located in Palermo, 1.1 km from Fontana Pretoria and 1.7 km from Palermo Cathedral.

It's my third time staying here, I love this place. As always, the staff were fantastic and I have no complaints.
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
678 reviews
Price fromUS$43.56per night
Sunrise Hostel & Rooms, hotel in Palermo

Located in Palermo, 500 metres from Fontana Pretoria, Sunrise Hostel & Rooms provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar.

The staff are nice and the location is very good and central.
Scored 5.9
5.9
Rated okay
Above average
849 reviews
Price fromUS$43.56per night
Casa Amari alla Zisa HOSTEL, hotel in Palermo

Situated in Palermo, Casa Amari alla Zisa HOSTEL has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hostess is so kind and she helped me through a late checkin after my flight had delayed. The room is quite small but it’s great quality-price.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
141 reviews
Price fromUS$58.81per night
Love & Liberty - naturist culture welcome - max age 40, hotel in Palermo

Conveniently located in the La Kalsa district of Palermo, Love & Liberty - naturist culture welcome - max age 40 is set 600 metres from Fontana Pretoria, 1.2 km from Palermo Cathedral and 300 metres...

Clean apartment. Economic. Central. A few steps from the central station and the nightlife venues. Great for young people traveling alone who want to socialize and meet other girls and boys.
Scored 6.5
6.5
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
8 reviews
Price fromUS$53.34per night
OASIS Hostel apartment, hotel in Palermo

Set in Palermo, 1.3 km from Fontana Pretoria, OASIS Hostel apartment offers air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

Nice rooms, friendly staff, short distance from the main station
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
8 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • A Casa di Amici
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,771 reviews

    Offering both en-suite rooms and beds in shared dormitories, A casa di Amici is located in the centre of Palermo. Guests can enjoy a bar, a shared terrace and a lounge area.

    Amazing staff, very cool vibe, clean, perfect location

    From US$97.68 per night
  • Via Zara
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,199 reviews

    Well set in the La Kalsa district of Palermo, Via Zara is located 200 metres from Fontana Pretoria, less than 1 km from Palermo Cathedral and a 5-minute walk from Via Maqueda.

    the staf are very kind the place is clean and fresh

    From US$107.81 per night
  • Sunrise Hostel & Rooms
    Budget options available
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 850 reviews

    Located in Palermo, 500 metres from Fontana Pretoria, Sunrise Hostel & Rooms provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar.

    the location is perfect. You have everything you need.

    From US$59.89 per night
  • OASIS Hostel apartment
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Palermo, 1.3 km from Fontana Pretoria, OASIS Hostel apartment offers air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    La gentilezza del personale e il prendersi cura degli ospiti

  • travel to meet new friends new adventures - age limit 18-40 - checkin Via Roma 59A
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 16 reviews

    Set in Palermo and within 600 metres of Fontana Pretoria, travel to meet new friends new adventures - age limit 18-40 - checkin Via Roma 59A features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi...

  • BnB Convalis
    Budget options available
    Scored 4.5
    4.5
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 119 reviews

    Situated in Palermo, 1.4 km from Palermo Cathedral, BnB Convalis features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    Location is good and breakfast, you make your self

  • Casa Giannina
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated within 7.3 km of Palermo Cathedral and 8.7 km of Fontana Pretoria, Casa Giannina features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Palermo.

  • Casa Giannina
    Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Palermo, 8.7 km from Fontana Pretoria, Casa Giannina features views of the mountain.

FAQ about hostels in Palermo

Hostels that guests love in Palermo

  • Avg. price/night: US$59.89
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 850 reviews
    The hostel is centrally located, the staff is nice and it is quite cheap.
    Linda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$134.27
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 207 reviews
    Great location to explore the heart of the city. Very safe and convenient.
    Stanislava
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 90 reviews
    Great location for exploring the old town on foot. In the evening, you can easily find a parking space nearby. Fairly safe area of ​​the city. The apartments are clean, tidy and spacious. Nice staff, ready to help in a difficult situation.
    Igor
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 125 reviews
    First of all, the location was perfect. It's in the middle of the center between the shops. It is next to a major street, which also felt safe in the evening. I am very enthusiastic about the hostel and would definitely come back. It was a nice, clean and comfortable hostel. The food that is included is really good. I looked forward to dinner every day. The staff was also very friendly. There was a good atmosphere
    Menke
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$134.49
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 52 reviews
    Great location especially if you have a car and you can drive to the really good beaches. Because the local beach is not that great. You feel really safe in this gated community. The property is exceptional. And the value for money is sensational.
    Trina
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,278 reviews
    I loved the shared space with couches etc. where you could meet other young people, I appreciate the age limit and the female-only room option. The bedroom was clean and well kept - I liked the bathroom a lot, it allowed enough privacy despite being shared. There were also all the extra things travellers would need which is great (shampoos, blow dryers…) The staff was very young and friendly too. I felt safe and welcomed there from the moment I stepped in. And the location of this hostel? Absolutely perfect!
    Hana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$107.81
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,199 reviews
    Great location close to town and attractions. The hosts are wonderful people. They don't speak great English but they get by and still look after everyone so well. I felt it was a more homey sort of hostel. Lots of people to interact with from all over the world. They put on a nice breakfast too which was included and I felt very safe there as a solo female traveler.
    Holly
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 806 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in. The location is great, the dorms are very spacious and there are no bunk beds. The bathroom of my dorm was also very spacious. Overall a very clean hostel. The WiFi worked well both in the reception area and the room. Pietro is such a nice guy who can give a lot of tips about Palermo and tries to help as fast as he can with any need that arises. When the AC was on, it was working well.
    Kristina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$97.68
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,771 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've been to. Great people. Great location.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$97.68
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,771 reviews
    A home far away from home, that is the best I can say to describe this place. It is a place were the staff makes us feel at ease, Alessandra was really amazing and even took the effort to come out at night and show Palermo night, and italian alcohol of course. The hostel is not too small or too big and normally we can always find interesting travelers in the social area later in the day. This is a true friendly and social backpacker place. It makes us feel at home and wanting to return, and if cheap flights allow it I will surely come back :)
    Pedro.fst
    Solo traveller
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