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Albergo Athenaeum

3.7(1,504)
Hotel

About

Albergo Athenaeum is a practical 3-star hotel located across from the University of Palermo campus and minutes from the old town and Ballarò market. Its 80 well-equipped rooms spread over six floors offer a comfortable stay for business travelers and short-term guests alike.

The hotel features private underground parking and a restaurant serving Mediterranean and Sicilian dishes, making it easy to host small business gatherings or enjoy meals on-site. Its convenient location near the Catania-Messina motorway simplifies travel around Palermo for meetings or events.

Best for

  • Business stays near University & Old Town
  • Casual client dinners with local flavors
  • Convenient team lodging with parking

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Opposite University of Palermo and near Old Town
Location
Opposite University of Palermo and near Old Town
Situated directly across from the University of Palermo campus and just minutes from the historic Old Town and Ballarò market, this hotel offers convenient access for business travelers and visitors wanting to explore the city’s cultural heritage.
Mediterranean and Sicilian cuisine restaurant
On-site Dining
Mediterranean and Sicilian cuisine restaurant
The hotel features a restaurant serving a varied breakfast buffet and Mediterranean dishes with Sicilian specialties for lunch and dinner, providing a turnkey dining option for events and guests.
Free underground private parking
Parking
Free underground private parking
The hotel offers complimentary underground parking, a valuable convenience for business travelers arriving by car and hosting events requiring easy vehicle access.

At a glance

Rated 3.7 on Google · 1,504 reviews