This is cosidered the best property in Palermo and one of the 3 only historical hotels in the city . The recently gained HILTON brand insure a high quality of service and standards . DC 06/08
The building is an antique beautiful Liberty style Villa located in a panoramic location .
There is a long and fairly narrow carpeted corridor, which leads through to other areas of the hotel in 3 directions. The atmosphere is elegant and majestic .
Situated at the foot of Monte Pellegrino, the hotel and its luscious garden look out onto the bay of Sicily's capital. Mondello Beach is just a 10-minute drive away. The property is located 3 km from the city centre and is easily accessible by any means of transport. The main railway station (Palermo Centrale) is 4 km away. The hotel lies 1.5 km from Santa Lucia harbour. The Palermo Falcone-Borsellino International Airport is about 32 km away, with direct flights to and from the most important national and international destinations.
Overlooking the bay of Palermo, the hotel is one of Sicily's most famous and the winner of World Travel Awards 2008 in the category of Europe's Leading Island Resort. It was built by the powerful Florio Family at the end of the 19th century by the Architect Ernest Basile, and was recently renovated, in 2005. The air-conditioned property has beautiful jasmine-scented gardens, a terrace and a pool perched over the sea. Facilities on offer include an entrance hall with 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, lift access, a cafe, a bar, a restaurant, conference facilities and Internet access, as well as room and laundry services.
Overlooking the bay of Palermo and set in splendid terraced gardens redolent with jasmine, the Grand Hotel Villa Igiea is probably one of the best-known hotels in Sicily. It was designed at the turn of the century by Ernesto Basile, who was also responsible for the Art Nouveau furnishings. Impressive stucco ceilings and fascinating artistic detail in every room transform a routine wander through the hotel into a veritable feast for the eyes. A feast of another kind can be enjoyed at the hotel's exceptional restaurant, which offers the best of Mediterranean cuisine in delightful surroundings. Guests have at their disposal a magnificent swimming pool with sea water, a tennis court, an American bar and a piano bar in the evening. The lounges, which still have their unusually beautiful original furnishings, make an ideal setting for events and festivities of all kinds.
The Villa Igiea Hilton is a wonderful hotel located on the coast of Sicily with stunning views overlooking the sea of Palermo. This is a world class 5-star hotel where every guest is treated to superb service by the hotel's friendly and professional staff, making guests feel truly pampered. The hotel itself is reminiscent of a castle, with superb facilities and services to ensure the guests enjoy a memorable stay. The building has been a landmark building in the area for more than 100 years, since its creation by Ernesto Basile. The hotel is one of the best examples of Art Nouveau decor, certain to impress anyone who visits. Guests can cool down with a dip in the Greek-style outdoor swimming pool, enjoy a leisurely match on the tennis court, energize with a workout in the fitness centre or simply soak up the sun on the terrace before savouring a delicious Mediterranean meal in the sophisticated, Donna Franca Florio restaurantm which offers refined Italian and international cuisine. To end the day perfectly, guests can treat themselves to an unforgettable sunset cruise, or simply gaze out over the Bay of Palermo from the solarium by the sea. Guests will feel at home in the beautiful, air-conditioned guestroom, decorated in an elegant Art Nouveau style, and featuring a spacious writing desk and a minibar. Recline in the comfortable easy chair and watch the LCD TV, before refreshing in the luxurious marble bathroom's separate tub. In addition to the standard rooms, deluxe rooms have opening windows displaying stunning views of the bay. Deluxe rooms plus have a private terrace and stunning sea views.
rooms with private bath, radio, phone. Tennis court. Conference room capacity: 400 persons.
Rates shown are per room per night.
