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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.

Staff were super caring! Thank you very much!

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9
Superb
1,733 reviews
Price from
DKK 238
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.

Dinner!! They provide free dinner, which tastes amazing. I had one of the best pastas of my life. The staff is so friendly as well. I had to check out early, and they managed to check me out the night before and prepare my breakfast.

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9.3
Superb
63 reviews
Price from
DKK 461
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.

i loved everything! staff was so kind, the room was really great - i stayed in women’s room and it was a room for 2 people only!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,126 reviews
Price from
DKK 224
per night

Well situated in the La Kalsa district of Palermo, travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40 - checkin Via Roma 59A is set 600 metres from Fontana Pretoria, 1.2 km from Palermo Cathedral and 300 metres from Via Maqueda. Popular points of interest nearby include Foro Italico - Palermo, Teatro Politeama Palermo and Piazza Castelnuovo. 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.

I’m really glad I found this stay during my time in Palermo! The bedrooms have plenty of space and places to leave your things. The beds themselves are comfortable and the view from the window was nice. The bathrooms are always clean and there was always hot water in the showers. I did laundry during my stay for only €3. The location is very central so it was easy to come and go, as well as make day trips from the bus/train station (less than a 10-minute walk). Some nights the staff would invite everyone to snack and enjoy wine together. It’s a small place with not so many guests, so it made the feeling more like a family gathering. I found it easy to make friends while staying here as everyone was solo traveling. The staff was friendly and they helped teach me a little Italian and made suggestions for what to visit. I really recommend! I was going to only stay in Palermo for 3 nights, but it turned into 8 nights since I loved the city so much and the hostel was so affordable and convenient.

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8.7
Fabulous
6 reviews

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.

It’s located in a very convenient location

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7.3
Good
1,235 reviews
Price from
DKK 201
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 place is small, but clean. Manuela is very welcoming and exceptionally helpful with all questions, especially about transport and parking options. The place has a real authentic feel, Palermo at its core - how I saw it at least.

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7.5
Good
129 reviews
Price from
DKK 216
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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4.5
Review score
117 reviews
Price from
DKK 183
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.

I loved the location, it was close to everything ! the staff were friendly and really helpful. I would totally recommend to my friends.

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6
Review score
816 reviews
Price from
DKK 179
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
656 reviews
Price from
DKK 194
per night

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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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
DKK 337
per night

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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
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,733 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
     · 1,124 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

  • Sunrise Hostel & Rooms
    Budget options available
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 816 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.

  • travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40 - checkin Via Roma 59A
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Well situated in the La Kalsa district of Palermo, travel to meet new friends new loves - age limit 18-40 - checkin Via Roma 59A is set 600 metres from Fontana Pretoria, 1.2 km from Palermo Cathedral...

  • Set in Palermo, 600 metres from Fontana Pretoria, Ostello per Giovani - Youth Hostel - aperitif time features views of the city.

  • Casa Giannina
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated 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.

  • Casa Giannina
    Budget options available

    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: DKK 501.40
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 45 reviews
    Unique hostel. Great location. Very clean. Amazing terrace. Very kind host. Highly recommended
    Maria Carolina
    Solo traveller
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 322 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: DKK 410.37
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 547 reviews
    cheap, great location near palermo central and train station
    Vojta
    People with friends
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,235 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
     · 1,235 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: DKK 634.21
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,124 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
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 687 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: DKK 720.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,733 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've been to. Great people. Great location.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: DKK 720.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,733 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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