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The 10 Best Hostels in Palermo, Italy

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Each unit at this hostel features air conditioning and WiFi. Rooms come with a private en suite bathroom fitted with a shower and equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Dormitories offer a locker, power outlet and private light, and a shared bathroom.

The place, the staff, the bed. Everything so nice. Real 10

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9
Superb
1,722 reviews
Price from
€ 30.18
per night

Hostelò - Luxury Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Palermo. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Palermo Cathedral, less than 1 km from Fontana Pretoria and a 4-minute walk from Piazza Castelnuovo. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Everything was great. Thank you Cloelia for the warm welcome

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9.3
Superb
57 reviews
Price from
€ 61.85
per night

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 property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.3 km from Teatro Politeama Palermo, 1.4 km from Piazza Castelnuovo and 1.2 km from Foro Italico - Palermo. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Every room is equipped with air conditioning, and certain rooms at the hostel have a balcony. All units include bed linen.

Felt like home far away from home :)

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8.6
Fabulous
1,099 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

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, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 500 metres from Church of the Gesu, 1.2 km from Teatro Massimo and 1.7 km from Teatro Politeama Palermo. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

The location is perfect near many sights, bus station for mondello, central trainstation, lidl is 2 min away, they offer Tupperware boxes which is also very helpful haha, very clean for a hostel, bathrooms and toilets were cleaned twice a day, there's AC and a big van in the rooms, you can have breakfast freshly brought in the morning on the cute little terraces, there's also a bar with drinks and I was very lucky with the volunteers, especially Emma <3 they really made this experience enjoyable for me as a alone traveling girl! I had so much fun, thank you guys! Only young people! Definitely recommend

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7.3
Good
1,227 reviews
Price from
€ 27
per night

Situated in Palermo, Casa Amari alla Zisa HOSTEL has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.9 km from Piazza Castelnuovo, 1.9 km from Teatro Politeama Palermo and 1.8 km from Via Maqueda. Guests can enjoy city views.

The hostel was so clean & easy. Location was good and host a sweetheart. Felt at home, Grazie

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7.4
Good
125 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

Situated in Palermo, 1.4 km from Palermo Cathedral, BnB Convalis features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.8 km from Palermo Notarbartolo Train Station, 1.4 km from Teatro Politeama Palermo and 2 km from Church of the Gesu. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Great location nice owner at hotel very friendly guy would highly recommend it to anyone for a nice comfortable stay in parlemo

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4.6
Review score
116 reviews
Price from
€ 24.50
per night

Located in Palermo, 500 metres from Fontana Pretoria, Sunrise Hostel & Rooms provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to popular attractions like Palermo Central Train Station, Teatro Massimo and Teatro Politeama Palermo.

room for 4 people, good space and staff good too

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6
Review score
802 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

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. The property is set 800 metres from Foro Italico - Palermo, 1.7 km from Teatro Massimo and 2.7 km from Teatro Politeama Palermo. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

The place and beds were clean, there were several bathrooms and I slept well without disturbance. The receptionist spoke great English.

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6.2
Review score
647 reviews
Price from
€ 26
per night

Well situated in the Castellammare Vucciria district of Palermo, travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40 is set less than 1 km from Palermo Cathedral, a 5-minute walk from Fontana Pretoria and 200 metres from Teatro Massimo. Popular points of interest nearby include Teatro Politeama Palermo, Palermo Central Train Station and Foro Italico - Palermo. The accommodation offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also have free WiFi, while some rooms come with a city view.

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10
Exceptional
2 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. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.1 km from Church of the Gesu.

At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms have a wardrobe.

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Price from
€ 45.20
per night

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For travellers who enjoy beauty in the simple things, a bed and breakfast (B&B) is the perfect place for a getaway. Hosts welcome guests into their homes and provide a private room and complimentary breakfast. Bathrooms may be shared by other guests, and there is often shared space with the host.
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  • A Casa di Amici
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,722 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

  • Via Zara
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,099 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

  • travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Well situated in the Castellammare Vucciria district of Palermo, travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40 is set less than 1 km from Palermo Cathedral, a 5-minute walk from Fontana...

  • Casa Giannina
    Budget options available

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

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Hostels that guests love in Palermo

  • Avg. price/night: € 67.20
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 37 reviews
    Unique hostel. Great location. Very clean. Amazing terrace. Very kind host. Highly recommended
    Maria Carolina
    Solo traveller
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 299 reviews
    The host was really nice, very helpful Great place with great location, near the main streets of the center and Lidl five minutes from the hostel if you need to buy some food Also the room was very well organised with lots of space to put your bags and belongings
    Maïa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 50
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 535 reviews
    cheap, great location near palermo central and train station
    Vojta
    People with friends
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,227 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in! The staff totally rocked – super friendly and always ready to help. That made my experience in Palermo incredible. The beds are comfortable, with shared showers, a bar, communal kitchen, and communal space. Plus, I ended up making some awesome friends during my stay. If I ever find myself back in Palermo, you can bet I'll be crashing here again. Thanks for everything, guys!
    Almudena
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 15 reviews
    Great location (within 30min walk from the main tourist sites and the train station); the host, Marina was very nice and helpful, the place is clean and quiet, the area seems safe, a street market very close by, same for restaurants, bars and souvenir shops and several food stores for buying water, food and the basics.
    Florin
    Young couple
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,227 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: € 70
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,099 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
  • Avg. price/night: € 70.30
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 666 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,722 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've been to. Great people. Great location.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,722 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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