Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Guests arrive at this 19th-century palazzo on Palermo's most prestigious street to find soaring ceilings, marble staircases, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city.
Grand Hotel et Des Palmes is a hotel destination wedding venue in Palermo, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Palermo International Airport (Falcone-Borsellino) (PMO), 45 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Guests arrive at this 19th-century palazzo on Palermo's most prestigious street to find soaring ceilings, marble staircases, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city.
The Grand Hotel et Des Palmes has hosted dignitaries and artists for over 150 years, offering couples a venue where history becomes the backdrop for their celebration.
Staff coordinate every detail while guests experience authentic Sicilian hospitality in rooms designed for comfort and elegance.
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Had a great time... Extremely nice staff wonderful breakfast.. If you can drive in Palermo you can drive anywhere CRAZIE DRIVERS get all the rental insurance you can thank me later.
Joe Dantinne · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 100 guests
Staying over
- Room types
- 16 listed
Money
- Price
- €150 to €280 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PMO, 45 min by car
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, historic, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Historic palazzo built in the 1800s located on Via Roma, Palermo's central thoroughfare
- 120+ guest capacity across multiple event spaces and banquet halls
- On-site accommodations with rooms available for out-of-town wedding guests
- Rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Palermo's historic center
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00Guest arrival and check-in
- 18:00Rehearsal dinner in private dining room
- 10:00Bride and groom preparation in suite
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- PMO · 45 minutes
Guests fly into Palermo International Airport (Falcone-Borsellino).
- Typical total
- €8,000-18,000+Aisle estimate
Final costs depend on guest count, menu selections, beverage packages, and room block size. Request custom quote from events team.
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€8,000-18,000+ for 80 guests plus accommodations
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,200Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Included with reception venue rental or €800-1,200 for ceremony-only in hotel halls
- Reception
- €65-90 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€65-90 (depending on menu and service level)
- Room rate
- €120-250+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
€120-250+ (varies by room category)
- Weather window
- April, June – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 091 277 9600
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What's included in the venue rental?+
Rental typically includes event space, basic table and chair setup, and access to hotel facilities. Catering, bar service, and décor arrangements are coordinated separately with the hotel's events team.
Can guests stay at the hotel?+
Yes. Wedding guests receive hotel room blocks with negotiated rates. The property has multiple room categories available.
Is the rooftop available for ceremonies?+
The rooftop terrace can be used for cocktail receptions and photos. Ceremonies typically take place in indoor halls or nearby churches in the historic center.
What's the nearest airport?+
Palermo International Airport (Falcone-Borsellino) is 35km away, approximately 45 minutes by car or taxi.
What's the cancellation policy?+
Cancellation terms vary by booking date and deposit amount. Contact the hotel directly at the website for specific policies.
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Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 100 guests
“Il Grand Hotel et Des Palmes ospita ricevimenti di nozze intimi e banchetti fino a 100 ospiti nel Giardino d'Inverno, dove ogni dettaglio è curato con dedizione e maestria dai nostri wedding celebration curator.”
Read the source for seated dinnerRoom types: 16 listed
“Classic Double or Twin Room”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“Ogni piatto del menu nuziale personalizzato è espressione della maestria e della creatività del nostro Executive Chef.”
Read the source for in-house cateringNearest airport: PMO, 45 min by car
“PMO”
Read the source for nearest airportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesIndoors or out: Both
“Affacciata sui tetti di Palermo, l'Ouverture Terrace offre una cornice scenografica per cocktail reception, eventi privati e celebrazioni open air.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, historic, elegant
“Nel cuore di Palermo, il Grand Hotel et Des Palmes riflette l'essenza più elegante e ispiratrice della città.”
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