Principe Di Villafranca

"My wife and I stayed at the Principe di Villafranca for a short break and, for this, it was ideal. Around 20 mins walk from the old town, the hotel was away from the bustle of the main city streets and provided a very comfortable stay for our break. Staff are friendly and the hotel is clean, tastefully decorated and has 'old world' charm. The breakfast, for us, was a little limited with choice - but tasty nevertheless."

"We stayed here for three nights, the hotel is a short walk from one of the main shopping roads in Palermo, set in a quiet residential area. Within a 5 minute walk there are Italian restaurants and cafes, a small supermarket. It's a very easy flat walk into the centre, so well positioned for sight seeing. The reception staff were always helpful, friendly and professional, ordering a taxi for us and suggesting a local nearby cafe for a bite to eat when we arrived early at the hotel (before check in). The interior decoration of the hotel is very stylish, the Library is a quiet and tranquil space to sit, modern sofas, artwork, glass and high ceilings. Our bedroom was large and spacious with a high ceiling, modern with wardrobe hanging space, a safe, coffee and tea making. We live in a quiet place at home and didn't notice any street noise from our bedroom during our stay. The bathroom was new, modern with complimentary toiletries. The breakfast room is decorated nicely, the selection of breakfast items was perfectly adequate for most Europeans. Something for everyone. No complimentary water in the bedroom - something that is lacking for a 4* hotel."

"The Principe is a well-situated boutique hotel (32 rooms) with minimalist inspiration but extraordinary staff. From Monica on Front Desk to the Breakfast Room ladies, from the room cleaners to the male maintenance operatives, one couldn't wish for a more friendly and welcoming group of people. The downstairs sitting area is pleasant and can even boast its own small library. The shower is tip top, the ceilings are high, the neighbourhood safe and quiet and the only thing we would have appreciated - given the minimalism - was more space to place our clothes! Otherwise, an excellent stay!"