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Hotel Columbia

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Palermo Cathedral
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

Photo gallery for Hotel Columbia

Lobby sitting area
Buffet
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Standard Double Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Via Del Celso, 31, Palermo, PA, 90134
  • Via Maqueda
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Via Vittorio Emanuele
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Quattro Canti
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Lobby

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | View from room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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View from room

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Palermo

Hotel Columbia puts you in the heart of Palermo, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Teatro Massimo. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Palermo Historical Center hotel, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Palermo Harbour and 11.5 km (7.2 mi) from Mondello Beach.

What's nearby

  • Quattro Canti - 3 min walk
  • Via Roma - 4 min walk
  • Palermo Cathedral - 6 min walk
  • Teatro Massimo - 7 min walk
  • Palermo Harbour - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Palermo Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Giachery Station - 20 min drive
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mastunicola - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ciurma - Officina del Pesce - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maqueda Bistrot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frida Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪I Cucci - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Columbia

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Palermo Cathedral
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Columbia. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This Palermo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Columbia offers 23 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (EUR 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per room (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 25 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Columbia Palermo
Hotel Columbia Palermo
Hotel Columbia Hotel
Hotel Columbia Palermo
Hotel Columbia Hotel Palermo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Columbia?

Hotel Columbia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Columbia?

Yep, Hotel Columbia has a self car park for EUR 25 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Columbia?

The closest beach to Hotel Columbia is Mondello Beach (10.2 km).

Does Hotel Columbia serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Columbia?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Columbia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Columbia?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Columbia Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 563 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roberta

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Plus: excellent location. Good value for money. Plenty of hot water. Good size room with nice view. Historical building with high ceilings. Comfortable bed. This place has potential. Minus: staff not very helpful ...a bit of a sicilian version of Fawlty Towers. The shower was full of mould and the toilet seat was broken. Squeaky bed...not great for a romantic weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff from check-in, stay, breakfast and check-out were all super stars. Pleasant, very helpful, and always available to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lorelei

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, basic but comfortable . The staff was kind, helpful and responsive The location is perfect for exploring the historic center of Palermo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sankalpa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience to centre of old town. Location is good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carmen

Nothing to like about going up the stairs to a 3rd floor room. When I ask for a first or 2nd floor room as I had knee surgery.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

xiuli

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

xiuli

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

xiuli

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul, Montreal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than a fair price I would look to updated rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was good value for money and right in the centre. It is a bit dated and shower is a bit small but good for a few nights sleep. Breakfast is a bonus but not the freshest selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old, needs updating Bathroom toilet wasnt working and there was a foul smell coming from the washroom Tight shower hard to take a proper shower for taller folk Bathroom had bugs on the floor, towels were stained, walls are paper thin i heard people walking above me very clearly. I broight my complaints to the staff and was basically blown off. I ended ip staying somewhere else and was glad i did.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really close to the centre with spacious room, comfortable bed and helpful staff. Some work going on, it doesn’t cause disruption, but means you enter through the side rather than the main entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the basics you need in a perfect location. Staff friendly and helpful with excellent English support. Front desk open all day. Air conditioning. Small basic room, clean with wifi, TV and private bathroom. Had a tiny balcony for standing only. Apart from some construction in the morning, the room was quiet, even so close to the main areas. Single towel with exchange every couple days. Rooms appear to be converted from a normal apartment building. You'll need to get used to some quirks. You'll get a physical key rather than key card. For the electricity to work, you need to realize there is a small keyhole in the wall near the door and the key needs to be inserted and turned to activate the electricity. Since the lights don't work until this is done, the door needs to be closed, locked with the key in the dark room, and the keyhole found and the key inserted and turned, also in the dark. Threw me off at first, but I soon got the hang of it. The light from a cell phone is enough to easily see for doing this. Other quirks include figuring out how to flush the toilet. Likely standard in the area, but simply pushing the button to flush the toilet did not work. It was required that the button be repeatedly pumped in quick succession, and then everything worked very fine with no problems at all. Still, this took even longer to figure out. If you don't mind a few quirks, and are looking for a basic and reasonably priced room right right in center of the old town, quite good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marsha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Breakfast less than average
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Thavis

Liked: Staff & service
It was perfectly fine for a budget hotel. The staff was nice and helpful. Just wish there was more hangers in my closet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner did not work. Refridgerator dirty and did not work. No elevator. Staff not helpful. Breakfast very limited. To sum it up. I would recommend to anyone ever! Would not offer refund. Still working on that.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, just off Via Maqueda. Everything is walkable in Palermo. Lots of great bars and restaurants nearby. Our room was basic but clean - aircon good but a bit noisy. Hotel staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very basic - meat, cheese, tomato and lots of sweet pastries. Ask for a cappuccino- its much better than the jug thats on the buffet table. We think for the price we paid, the hotel was great- would definitely stsy here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Clive gwynfor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air Conditioner was very loud and noisy, making it very difficult to sleep. Bathroom sink and shower both were backing up with water, very difficult to brush teeth and take a shower. When asking for a room change they would accommodate us nor provide any compensation. The location of the hotel is difficult to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Ilaria

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel itself is in a super location. You can get anywhere and you’re right on Via Machere which is one of the most vibrant main roads in Palermo. It is near Fontana Pretoria and I 4 canti, which are historical points. I gave a low score because air con was not working in full summer season and we could barely sleep, when we got moved to a different room air con was working fine but after a while the machine would start making unbearable noises that woke us up and we couldn’t fall back asleep so we had to switch it off. Room was opposite washing machines so early in the morning we would hear not only cleaning ladies loudly chatting in the corridors but also these massive machines doing the washing. Showers were mouldy but functional. If it had not been for the air con and the morning noise I would have scored 5 even if not super clean. I am a Spartan soul so for the price I think the cleanliness was ok. But air con in a very hot part of Italy in full summer is a MUST and it did impact our holiday as we were constantly tired. Other than that it has all you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrés

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer, Thornton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean hotel in a great location; all the major sites and transportation are within walking distance. The staff were very welcoming and kind. Good wifi and decent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too much noises around the property
Stayed 1 night in May 2023