The Carubella Park Hotel is situated on a hill 325m above sea level in a panoramic position overlooking the Conca d'Oro Valley. It is a 15-minute walk from the spectacular Cathedral of Monreale, and 6km from central Palermo. It has 30 rooms, most with balcony and views, aircon, a small bar, a comfortable lounge, and free enclosed car parking.
It is not easy to find, difficult to drive to, and serves a very poor breakfast. Nonetheless, it is a good option as a base if you wish to stay in the Palermo area for a day or two. Palermo itself is a difficult city to navigate and has a lot of slum areas, and is perhaps best avoided if you want a stress-free visit to Sicily. read more