Villa Igiea Hilton in Palermo (Italy)

Commissioned by the famous Florio family at the end of the 19th century, this building with its characteristic castle shape derives its name from the Greek nymph of health, Igiea. Created in fact as an exclusive health centre in an area known for its beneficial properties, it was transformed into an elegant hotel, favoured by high society because of its sumptuous ambience and distinguished hospitality, along with the balmy Sicilian climate. The bedrooms are decorated in the Art Nouveau style with terraces and balconies overlooking the sea and the garden with its centuries-old plants. Members of the most important families in Europe including royalty have stayed in them. VILLA IGIEA HILTON PALERMO is winner of the World Travel Awards in the category of Europes Leading Island Resort 2008.

Rates From £209 per night.
Rooms: 123
Accommodation Type: Hotel

Located at the foot of Monte Pellegrino, the Villa Igiea Hilton Palermo overlooks its floral garden on the bay of Sicilys capital city. Easily reached by any means of transport, the hotel lies 3 km from the city centre, 4 km from the Central Railway Station and 1.5 from the port which connects with the principal destinations of the Mediterranean. By car it can be reached by taking the A29 Palermo-Trapani motorway (Via Belgio exit) and the A19 Palermo-Messina-Catania motorway (last exit). Palermos Falcone-Borsellino International Airport is about 32 km away, with direct flights to and from the main national and international destinations.