Albergo Athenaeum - Palermo

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Albergo Athenaeum - Palermo
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Overview

Located in the historical centre of Palermo, a mere 1.3 km from Market Ballaro, Albergo Athenaeum hotel provides guests with a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift. The 3-star hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a private parking lot on site.

Location

The property is situated in the centre of Palermo, near a train station. This shopping area gives access to such cultural attractions as Museo dei Motori e dei Meccanismi Unipa, which are nearly 5 minutes' drive away. There is Martorana about 20 minutes' walk away, and Parcheggio Basile bus station only minutes from the hotel.

For those travelling from afar, Falcone-Borsellino airport is 31 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The Albergo Athenaeum Palermo offers 80 rooms with a mini fridge bar, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For your comfort, you will find a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with a hairdryer and shower caps. Guests can take advantage of views of the city.

Eat & Drink

Residents can have breakfast in the restaurant. Sample Italian specialities at Fava's Food&Drinks located at a 650-metre distance from this pet-friendly hotel.

Licence number: 19082053A300109,IT082053A1BP48246W

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
At the hotel Albergo Athenaeum guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Building
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:80
Former name
Athenaeum
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Elegant Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Albergo Athenaeum

💵 Lowest room price 151 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 1.4 km
🗺️ Location rating 6.4
✈️ Distance to airport 32.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Palermo International Airport, PMO

Location
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Address
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Via L. Giannettino 4, Palermo, Italy, 90128
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Via L. Giannettino 4, Palermo, Italy, 90128
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Museum
Norman Palace
1.2 km
Church
Palatine Chapel
1.2 km
Church
Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti
760 m
Landmark
Porta Nuova
810 m
Cemetery
Necropoli Punica
770 m
Park
Parco D'orleans
1.2 km
Restaurant
Panineria Del Viale
240 m
Restaurant
Bar Accardi
240 m
Restaurant
bar pasticceria Massaro
340 m
Restaurant
Basilico Pub
460 m
Restaurant
Casa Massaro
390 m
Restaurant
Panineria D'Orleans
480 m
Restaurant
Gelateria Orleans
850 m
Restaurant
Focacceria Antichi Sapori
840 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Familiare da Michele & Jolanda
1.1 km
Restaurant
Al Vicolo
880 m
Restaurant
Bar Santoro
970 m
Restaurant
Fratelli Testagrossa
1.1 km

Reviews of Albergo Athenaeum

8.1 /10
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2118 reviews
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Spacious rooms, secured underground parking, and a 15-20 minute walk to Palermo's city center.

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Guests rate the Location 8/10

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Rooms and cleanliness6
Here's what guests said:
“Rooms are spacious, clean, with flat-screen TVs and maintained housekeeping services.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“15-20 minute walk to city center and nearby metro for easy transportation.”
Dining5
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast includes limited pastries and fruit, lacking variety according to guest feedback.”
Price and service6
Here's what guests said:
“Affordable rates, but inconsistent service; some issues with reception during busy times.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • C
    Christina
    United Kingdom
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on 12 Dec
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    clean room
    comfortable beds
    good location
    inadequate facilities

    Clean room, a decent size with comfortable beds. Location is about a 15-minute walk from Quattro Canti. Housekeeping did a great job keeping everything tidy. Breakfast had a variety of pastries and surprisingly included hard-boiled eggs. No kettle in the room for making warm drinks, made nighttime feeds tricky. The shower leaked and flooded the bathroom every time we used it, and when I reported it, they only offered extra towels. Not ideal for families with infants, especially since there were no high chairs available during breakfast. Good hotel but definitely needs to step up with their facilities for families.

    Double Room
  • W
    W.
    United States
    Wrote a review on 11 Dec
    Very good
    7.0

    The location is excellent and favourable, 1 mile from Albergheria. In addition, it's 5 minutes walk to bus station...

  • A
    Albert
    United States
    Wrote a review on 10 Dec
    Needs improvement
    5.2

    Well priced hotel located adjacent to impressive churches, city center, and the Restaurant. Breakfast with croissants and gluten free options, as example. Unbeatable, good location in an obscure neighbourhood. Again, walking distance to a medieval church;))

    No milk at all.

  • H
    Hannah
    United Kingdom
    left 8 reviews
    Wrote a review on 25 Nov
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location5.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    secure parking
    indifferent staff
    inconvenient luggage transport

    Secure underground parking was a real convenience.

    My experience was marred by a lack of basic hospitality. The reception staff seemed indifferent, as they left us standing outside in the cold for a while without any acknowledgment.

    Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 24 Nov
    Great
    8.8

    Nice environment, nice colazione da matina, clean and very good attention at the restaurante

    Tuto benne, I stayed 3 nigths and wanted to stay 2 more, unfortunately the price was different and they told me to book again through internet. I had a little problem (my foult), i forgot to turn in the room key, because i was in a hurry to take the bus), however on my way to Palermo i will return the key through a friend of mine (Dra. ines) who will deliver the room key at the hotel. Thank you very much for your comprehension.

  • Wrote a review on 24 Nov
    Great
    8.8

    The staff were very friendly & helpful. Good underground parking at Hotel & stairs leading to/from Hotel. Buffet breakfast consisting of fresh croissants, ham, salami, prunes, peaches,rolls & tea or coffee as well as orange / grapefruit juice. 4 different types of cereals. The rooms were spacious & clean towels, shower gel & shampoo provided every day. We stayed 2 nights.

  • C
    Cameron
    United Kingdom
    left 12 reviews
    Wrote a review on 24 Nov
    Needs improvement
    5.0

    The secured underground parking is a great perk, especially in a bustling city with chaotic drivers. The hotel's proximity to the city center makes it accessible for those who want to explore the area on foot, even if the walk isn't through the prettiest neighborhoods.

    Noise levels at night are a real issue. Some rooms suffer from sounds such as snoring neighbors, which can keep you tossing and turning. The breakfast options leave a lot to be desired, with many guests noting a limited selection and quality that doesn't reflect local cuisine. The old furniture and room maintenance problems, like leaking showers that flood the bathroom, detract from the experience. It also lacks high chairs or amenities for families, which makes it less ideal for those traveling with small children.

  • Wrote a review on 23 Nov
    Great
    8.6

    good service, respect for the client, very close to Palermo university

  • Wrote a review on 22 Nov
    Great
    8.4

    The staff was very friendly. The rooms are simply furnished and clean. Even if the hotel is not at city center, it was taking 10 min to reach to the hotel by buses (no 234 and 109) from central station.

    Little detail was missing as ear sticks and shoes cleaner ( because the palermo is messy when it's raining). Fair breakfast.

  • I
    Ian
    United Kingdom
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on 31 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location5.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    cleanliness
    staff
    parking
    noise
    breakfast

    Clean room, friendly staff, convenient underground parking

    Loud on weekends, poor breakfast variety, unsafe area nearby

    Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 30 Oct
    Perfect
    10

    Stay was excellent, great value for money. Lovely continental breakfast. I recommend this hotel to anyone as an excellent base when visiting palermo.

    For the cost of a night with breakfast... there was nothing you can argue with !!!!

  • Wrote a review on 29 Oct
    Great
    8.8

    The hotel is nice and clean with friendly staff. A bit furter away from the center and the Railway Station than we expected when we booked. Had then no map to locate it. However, bus transport from nearby stop to station and city centre quite conveniant.

  • W
    William
    New Zealand
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 22 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location6.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    comfy room
    average breakfast
    noisy environment

    I stayed for 3 nights and found the room comfy, but the breakfast was pretty average, lacking good variety and quality. Chur for the helpful staff though!

    Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 20 Oct
    Perfect
    9.0

    The staff were very friendly & helpful. Good underground parking at Hotel & stairs leading to/from Hotel. Buffet breakfast consisting of fresh croissants, ham, salami, prunes, peaches,rolls & tea or coffee as well as orange / grapefruit juice. 4 different types of cereals. The rooms were spacious & clean towels, shower gel & shampoo provided every day. We stayed 2 nights.

  • E
    Elijah
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 13 Oct
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    friendly staff
    cramped breakfast area

    The hotel provides good value for

    Money, with clean and spacious rooms. I appreciated the friendly staff and their helpful tips for exploring Palermo. The breakfast area felt cramped during peak hours. It was a solid base for our adventures in the city.

    Double Room

FAQ about Albergo Athenaeum

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Albergo Athenaeum?
You can visit Fontana Pretoria, placed approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Albergo Athenaeum or Martorana, which is 2.5 km away.
What is the nearest airport to Albergo Athenaeum hotel?
Falcone-Borsellino airport lies within 35 km of Albergo Athenaeum hotel and is reachable with a 31-minute drive.
Does the Albergo Athenaeum hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the Albergo Athenaeum hotel can take advantage of a private parking lot on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?
Dining options nearby the hotel include Fava's Food&Drinks restaurant serving Italian dishes (relatively near the property) and Pasticceria Marsicano restaurant famous with Italian cuisine (600 meters away).
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in Albergo Athenaeum?
Guests of Albergo Athenaeum can check in from 14:00 to 23:30 and check out from 07:00.
How much does a room at the 3-star Albergo Athenaeum hotel cost?
The price for a room in the 3-star Albergo Athenaeum hotel starts at $40.
What payment methods are available in Albergo Athenaeum hotel?
At Albergo Athenaeum hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the hotel?
The hotel provides such room types as Guest Room, Triple Room, and Economy Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Albergo Athenaeum?
Every suite at the Albergo Athenaeum includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and shower caps.
Does the Albergo Athenaeum offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Albergo Athenaeum there are rooms with accessible facilities, wheelchair access, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
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