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The facilities were good and the hostel provided a fridge, stoves and cooking utensils. The room and the toilets were most of the time clean. Each was provided with one big locker. You can use the washing machine for 4 Euro and hang the clothes in the balcony. One major problem was sound insulation. The windows could not be completely closed and the room was facing a busy street. It was particularly busy during weekends as the cars and motorbikes might turn up music when they were driving late at night.
The receptionist was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was clean and washrooms were neatly maintained too. Breakfast was tasty and was available at a nominal cost.
Anonymous User
Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View
Stayed in Dec 2022
Traveling with friends
9 review
5.0/10
Posted on Jan 15, 2023
I wouldn’t recommend this hostel at all It was quite horrible
The hostel is great. For such a price I didn't expect it to be so good. Very clean both in the room and in the shower. The receptionist was very friendly.
I only stayed here for a day, but the receptionist was very helpful and the overall atmosphere was lovely.
The small outdoor seating area of the hotel is also great, it’s a great space for having fun.
Although the beds are bunk beds without curtains, it is still highly recommended if you don’t care or are only staying for a day or two. Overall, it is considered an upper-middle-class youth hostel!
Perfect location. 10minute walk to Massimo Théâtre and a few minute walk to Piazza Castalnuevo. I have never rode a bus in Palermo during this trip. Walking alone at night and area is safe. Clean facilities including our room. Ladies toilets and kitchen are well kept. I left some cannolino in the fridge overnight and found it there the morning after :). It is an arsty laidback hôstel too. Loved how they did the instructions in the kitchen. Cool and bright idea! Normally i dont take notice of these stuff. The bunker beds are not squeaky although since the hôstel is in front of the main road, expect for some honks. Lockers are clean, not smelly. Key will be provided by the hôstel. The receptionist named Emmanuelle was soft spoken, very nice and helpful. The other staff and even the cleaner were polite. The hôstel gives a key which can open the main, second door and your room. In the latter part of my stay, i noticed that i dont need the key anymore to open my room (number 5) ?? I just have to push it. A tiny tiny detail though is when you go to the ladies shower/toilet, since the lights are motion sensored, i was doing my business on the toilet and the lights went off. I had to "move" just to have some lights, which turns itself off like every 30 seconds. Nonetheless, i am very satisfied and will surely rebook when i revisit Palermo.
6/10
Response from Property: Dear Diane Papita, thank you for the detailed description of your stay! We are very happy that every detail of our facility sutes your expectation :) We do have and artistic vibe in the hostel, clean toilets and equipped kitchen, but most of all we have nice travellers in the hostel and a very good Staff. Thank you for mentiong them! As you also write, there is no need to take any bus in Palermo to visit the city and we are very close to train and bus station to the airport. If you get rid of Paris, you can always come back to Palermo! You're very welcome. Emanuela
Tobias F
Stayed in Oct 2024
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Nov 2, 2024
I had an amazing stay at A Casa di Amici in Palermo. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, always there to assist with any questions or needs. The hostel’s central location is perfect for exploring the city, and the interior is beautifully designed, featuring a lovely terrace and a collection of musical instruments that add a special touch. The atmosphere throughout the hostel is relaxed and inviting, making it easy to feel at ease and connect with others. The cleanliness was also outstanding. I truly enjoyed my time there and will definitely return on my next visit. Wishing the entire team all the best!
Response from Property: Wow, we are really touched by your words. We are very pleased that the girls of the staff were welcoming and friendly! They always give their best and make sure to establish a friendly and direct relationship with all our customers/travelers right from the start. The atmosphere of this hostel invites you to take your time to stimulate your creativity with music and painting but also just to have a healthy chat with another traveler. Come back soon! Since we know each other now, you will find a real home of friends :) A casa di amici Team
andrea i
Stayed in Jul 2024
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Aug 18, 2024
Very nice people working at the place. Always clean. A lot of room for your stuff. You get your own kee for the storage. Enough place for charging the phone. you get a welcome drink. Close to the center. Nice activities that you can book there. I reccomend.
Response from Property: Ciao, we are very happy that you loved the welcome of our staff. We try to do the best to give to you a warm and unforgettable stay. At the next Claudia
Passport46768563811
Stayed in Jun 2024
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 31, 2024
Great Place to stay in palermo. You will feel very welcome and the rooms are very clean like the whole hostel and the staff is amazing and very kind and will help you with anything.the location of the hostel is very good in the city center. I will definetly go again. thank you
Response from Property: Ciao, We are very proud to read your feedback!!! Thanks a lot :) Waiting for you :) Claudia
Aubrée M
Stayed in May 2024
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 17, 2024
This youth hostel is amazing. Thanks a lot for your hospitality and to have made possible this safe and creative place for travelers. The personal is very nice and welcoming. The terrasse is so nice, I would advice this adress for sure ❤️
Response from Property: Oh yes! Creative is what we love in play instruments, paint a portrait, cook good meals and share with friends for a day and more.. Thanks for help us to create the big community of "A casa di Amici" with your kind feedback :) Waiting for you and other amazing and creative travelers, Claudia
julianF5480GG
Stayed in May 2024
Solo traveler
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 10, 2024
The best hostel in the whole world. The best experience I have ever had in all of my 8 years of traveling to almost 40 countries, and staying at different hostels around the world. Fun and friendly environment, great services, very helpful staffs, clean and comfortable, easy to walk around and safe neighborhood. There are super fun activities at the hostel sometimes, or you can ask for recommendations. Also sometimes they have the dinner for everyone in the hostel, very delicious. There are many many more good things about this hostel, why it has my heart forever, but I can’t write them all here, you have to visit and experience the magic of it yourself, the love, friendships, and beautiful memories, that will stay in your heart forever. Definitely recommended. Enjoy your stay, and make memories!!!
Response from Property: Ciao! thanks a lot for your feedback :) I cry of happiness if later 8 years of travelling to almost 40 countries you can write "The best hostel in the world". Thanks to share your point of view with us and with the other travellers. A casa di Amici is waiting for you!!!