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 favourites 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.

Those looking to stay in a popular tourist area of Sicily will likely find Catania to be the best bet, as more momondo users looking for hotels in Sicily plan to visit Catania than any other city. The average price of a hotel in Catania is €104/night. Secondary destinations in Sicily include Avola and Taormina, where you can find hotels for €77/night and €457/night on average.

Seeing as the average price for a hotel in Sicily in €123/night, a good deal for a nightly rate on a hotel room would be anything under €123/night. If you’re looking for a cheap destination to visit in Sicily, we would recommend Catania, as it is generally the cheapest city to stay in.

Of all the hotels in Sicily, the most highly regarded hotel by momondo users is Giardino di Costanza Resort, which received a rating of 9.4. Following Giardino di Costanza Resort was B&B Domus Pina with a rating of 9.3 and Il Glicine La Piana dei Colli with a rating of 9.2.

While there are many hotels in Sicily to choose from, Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center (8.3 rating from 3,775 reviews) happens to be the most popular among our momondo users. In the past 12 months, 10% of all our users who looked at hotels in Sicily opted to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center.

In April, you can expect the cost of a double room in a hotel in Sicily to be around €155 per night. However, some users found double rooms in Sicily during the month of April for as low as €32 per night in Palermo.

Taormina is the most expensive city in Sicily to book a hotel room in. The nightly rate of €99 is 37% more than the average city in Sicily.

The least expensive city in Sicily to stay in is Catania. With an average rate of €44 per night, Catania is about 71% less expensive than other cities in Sicily.

NH Palermo (€277 per night) is the most popular hotel in Sicily for families, according to our data. You could also look into booking a room at either Il Principe Hotel Catania (€176 per night) or Eolian Milazzo Hotel (€139 per night) as both hotels are also great for families.

For an average of €120 per night for a room, the most popular hotel in Sicily for couples is Hotel Vecchio Borgo, followed by Il Principe Hotel Catania for €176 per night, and La Terra Dei Sogni Country Hotel for €91 per night.

There are 62,684 operators available for hotels in Sicily as of April 2025.

Prices for hotels in Sicily were last updated today.

Below are the 11 user recommended hotels in the area of Sicily that is closest to Isola Ortigia. The average price near Isola Ortigia is €175/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near Isola Ortigia are typically 51% more expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is €85.

momondo users have recommended 10 hotels to users looking to stay near Catania City Centre. Hotels in this area have an average price of €106 per night. These prices may change based on several factors, such as time of year. Hotels near Catania City Centre are typically 19% more expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is €85.

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, hotels in the area cost €391/night. This price may vary based on season. Hotels near Taormina City Centre are typically 78% more expensive than the average hotel in Sicily, which is €85.