Hotels Monreale, Guesthouses Monreale and Residences Monreale

Monreale is the most important tourist centre of the province of Palermo. It develops amidst the sweet hills of the regional capital, and its territory extends across a wide surface. It is especially famous for its Duomo, that is one of the most beautiful churches of the Italian Middle Ages.

Hotels in Monreale are often hosted inside splendid historical palaces, or distribute amidst the city's glorious surrounding countryside. The local guest houses are the ideal accommodation facilities for those interested in spending pleasant holidays in Sicily while enjoying its sea, culture and extraordinary landscapes. Monreale's tourist offer is complemented by charming farm houses and modern residences and vacation homes.

Monreale's old town nestles on the slopes of a sweet panoramic hill that rises few kilometres far from Palermo. Its unrivalled artistic beauties attract thousands of tourists all year round. The city centre revolves around Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, that is dominated by the impressive profile of the Duomo, that is the most important church in Sicily and one of the most representative sacred buildings in Italy. This imposing complex boasts an outstanding mixture of Byzantine, Islamic and Romanesque architectural patterns. Its splendid facade is flanked by two high bell towers, while the interior is totally covered with golden mosaic decorations dating back to the XII and XIII centuries. The apsidal dome, that dominates the central nave, is occupied by a huge fresco depicting Christ Blessing. This monumental complex also gathers a treasure hall, precious chapels and a beautiful cloister. Apart from cherishing the Duomo, Monreale gathers plenty of further interesting attractions, such as Giuseppe Sciortino Art Gallery, the Collegiate Church, the Benedictine Abbey and the so-called Castellaccio, that can be reached through a wonderful panoramic footpath.
Monreale has always been a traditional holiday destination, and was once one of the favourite tourist centres for noble families from Palermo. Apart from cherishing precious historical remains, it is also scattered with wonderful naturalistic beauties and fascinating landscapes. Not to be missed are Lake Crisì, San Martino Wood and the lush pinewood forests of Casalboli and Aglisotto. Other important attractions worthy of mention are the nearby monastery of Tagliavia and the small village of Corleone. Sea lovers won't miss the possibility to head to the most beautiful resorts of Palermo's coastline, that extends from Bagheria up to Isola delle Femmine, that are all situated less than half an hour far from the city centre.