Hotels in Sicily

Book a hotel in Sicily and enjoy thousands of museums, churches and palaces, ancient monuments and archaeological sites. From Roman amphitheatres and Byzantine mosaics to Gothic cathedrals, there is plenty of fascinating history and architecture to discover. Celebrated Sicilian artists include Antonello da Messina and Renato Guttuso, whose most famous work, La Vucciria, is housed in the Palazzo Chiaramonte-Steri in Palermo. Don’t miss the stunning mosaics at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Villa Romana del Casale, the Valley of Temples in Agrigento and the Ancient Greek theatre at Taormina, a short walk from Hotel Villa Paradiso. Be dazzled by the gilded religious iconography at Capella Palatina in the Norman Palace in Palermo and the incredible Fiumara d’Arte, an outdoor art gallery of contemporary sculptures extending from the Tyrrhenian coast to Nebrodi Park. You can also discover innovative contemporary galleries in Palermo, Modica, Catania and Trapani, where you can find great Sicily hotels.

Sicilian gastronomy is a melting pot of Mediterranean culture, with strong Greek, Arabic, Spanish and North African influences. Sun-ripened fruit and vegetables are grown in the fertile volcanic soil, including aubergines, artichokes and almonds, citrus fruit, and capers. Local favorites include pasta with sardines as well as chocolate from Modica. Fish and seafood are popular along the coast, where you can enjoy fresh swordfish, sea bass and clams. If you’re staying at the Airone City Hotel in Catania, get up early to visit the local fish market. The mountainous regions of Madonie and Nebrodi produce excellent cheeses including caciocavallo ragusano. Palermo has a rich street food culture with tasty snacks such as chickpea fritters and deep-fried arancini. Specialities in Trapani and Pantelleria include couscous served with fish or, for a vegetarian option, ravioli stuffed with ricotta and mint. If you have a sweet tooth, try the classic cannoli filled with ricotta. Marsala in the west of Sicily is known for its fortified wines.

Palermo is the region’s capital and is an excellent base for staying at a hotel in Sicily. It is easy to get around on foot, with plenty of local restaurants, bars, and nightlife. There is a wide range of options available but always book in advance if you want to find a cheap hotel in Sicily. The Massimo Plaza Hotel is only a short walk from the famous Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele, one of the largest opera houses in Europe. If you prefer a holiday by the sea, the town of Cefalu is a good option with its sandy beaches, clear waters, fresh seafood, and excellent Sicily hotels. Why not stay at the Dolce Estate Cefalu apartments, only a few minutes from the beach. Picturesque Taormina is home to the Teatro Antico di Taormina and has a vibrant nightlife scene and accommodation here includes the Villa Diodoro Hotel. Syracuse and Agrigento are top destinations for history lovers. Don’t miss out on visiting the Archaeological Park of the Neapolis and the spectacular Valley of the Temples. Sicily is very well-served by a modern rail network, and you can choose from fast InterCity trains or Regionale trains that stop in every village.

The most popular cities in Sicily are Palermo, Taormina, and Catania. Nightly rates for hotels in Palermo, Taormina and Catania are $392, $761, and $158 respectfully.

A good deal for a hotel in Sicily is typically any price under $140, which is the average nightly rate in Sicily. This rate will typically be harder to find in Taormina, where hotels prices are generally higher. Palermo has some of the lowest hotel prices of any Sicily destination, and good deals may be easier to find there.

Judging by user ratings, the best hotels in Sicily are: San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel in Taormina (rated 9.8), and Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare in Taormina (rated 9.6)Palazzo Artemide - Vretreats in Siracusa (rated 9.4)

The most popular hotel in Sicily is Astoria Palace Hotel, which has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 6,032 of our users. In the past 12 months, 15% of all our users who booked hotels in Sicily chose to stay at Astoria Palace Hotel.

$299 per night is the average price for a double room at a hotel in Sicily during the month of April. The cheapest rate for a double room in Sicily during this month was for $39 per night (in Palermo).

As a popular tourist destination in Sicily, it is no surprise that Taormina has the most expensive hotel rooms at $113 per night - 30% more than than the country's average hotel room price.

Our users typically find that Palermo has the lowest per night rates in the country at just $34. Palermo offers hotels rooms at an average rate that is 92% lower than the average city in Sicily.

La Plage Resort, NH Collection Taormina and Hotel Villa Paradiso are all hotels in Sicily that are good for families. $769 per night is the average price for a room at La Plage Resort, $732 per night is typical for NH Collection Taormina and $423 per night is the average rate for Hotel Villa Paradiso.

Although room rates may vary depending on the time of year, these top three couples hotels in Sicily have the following average rates: $732 per night at NH Collection Taormina, $423 per night at Hotel Villa Paradiso and $189 per night at Taormina Park Hotel.

There are 62,689 operators available for hotels in Sicily as of April 2025.

Prices for hotels in Sicily refresh daily.

Those looking for a hotel near Isola Ortigia should expect to pay $199/night for area hotels. Below are the 11 best hotel options in the area. Hotels near Isola Ortigia are typically 51% more expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is $97.

If you’re planning on staying at any of momondo’s recommended hotels in the area of Sicily nearest to Catania City Centre, you should expect to pay around $87/night. This price fluctuates based on time of year. In general, a rate under $87/night is a good deal for momondo users staying near Catania City Centre. Hotels near Catania City Centre are typically 10% less expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is $97.

If you’re looking for a hotel in Sicily near Taormina City Centre then you are in luck. momondo recommends 11 hotels near Taormina City Centre and on average, area hotels cost $341/night. This price may vary based on season. Hotels near Taormina City Centre are typically 71% more expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is $97.