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Villa Igiea A Rocco Forte Hotel Palermo’s finest hotel is a re-worked masterpiece Iconic City Hotels of the World D iscover history, majesty and serenity at Villa Igiea: a turn-of-the- century palazzo at the perimeter of vivid Palermo, the foot of Mount Pellegrino and the Gulf of Palermo. A long-loved seaside- meets-city sanctuary for royalty, dignitaries and Hollywood luminaries, trace their paths through tiered villa gardens that sweep down to the port and out to the Tyrrhenian Sea; on excursions to Palermo’s bustling markets, Baroque palaces and ancient sites, or yacht trips along its picturesque coast; and through Villa Igiea’s Italian restaurants, atmospheric bars and palatial Art Nouveau interior, revitalised as a Rocco Forte hotel. Situated next to Palermo’s busy port, Villa Igiea offers a peaceful escape surrounded by terraced gardens and feels a world away from the hectic city. Palm trees and verdant greenery descend down to its glorious pool, which overlooks a private marina and the deep blue Tyrrhenian sea beyond. Under the inspired hand of Olga Polizzi, The 100 rooms and suites epitomise modern luxury with antique furniture, parquet floors, local ceramics, and designer lighting. The palette reflects the colours of Sicily, from the blue of the sea and sky to the apricot hues of its sandstone buildings. For ocean vistas, book a suite with a private terrace with sea views, a separate living room, double shower, and guest bathroom. The hotel features the Florio Restaurant with its exquisite menu, designed by Michelin star chef Fulvio Pierangelini, inspired by his philosophy of simplicity, generosity, and ultimate quality, as well as by the wonderful flavours of Sicily. The Villa Igiea Spa merges Sicilian design with multi-sensory healing techniques and signature treatments for a truly restorative and transformative experience that embraces the Rocco Forte Wellness philosophy of complete enrichment and unity of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.