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Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre

4.0 star property
Isola delle Femmine beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and spa

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Sports facility
Bicycling
View from property
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
For families
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Garden
The price is $72
includes taxes & fees
$61 per night
Dec 24 - Dec 25

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room (Plus)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double Room (Plus)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double Room Single Use (Plus)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room (Plus)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room | In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room (Plus)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Liberta' 128/A, Isola delle Femmine, PA, 90040

What's nearby

  • Isola Delle Femmine Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Capaci Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capo Gallo Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Palermo Harbour - 14 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Mondello Beach - 18 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 13 min drive
  • Carini Torre Ciachea Station - 11 min drive
  • Isola delle Femmine Station - 24 min walk
  • Capaci Station - 28 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Gritta - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kent - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Puccio Giuseppe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lido Bagni Artu - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Reindeer - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre

Putting you within a 15-minute drive of Palermo Harbour, Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, volleyball, and beachside drinks. 4 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Zisa, one of 2 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A free kid's club, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 238 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Archery
  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Zisa - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Al Saraceno - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Saracen Sands
Saracen Sands Village
Saracen Sands Village Hotel & Resort
Saracen Sands Village Hotel & Resort Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Village Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Hotel Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Resort Beach Congress Hotel Palermo
Saracen Sands Village Hotel Resort
Saracen ds Village Resort
Saracen Sands & Congress
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Hotel
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Hotel Isola delle Femmine

Frequently asked questions

Does Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like archery and volleyball, and practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre also has a private beach, a sauna, and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, Mediterranean cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre like?
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre is a short 9-minute walk from Isola Delle Femmine Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Capaci Beach.

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Big hotel clean, we had a big room with 2 queen beds Food was good too! Conveniently placed at 20 minutes from the airport! Nice beach too!
PATRICK, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Arianna, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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Matthew, 11-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

It is an okay hotel, definitely not 4 star as claimed. The room we were given was fairly basic, the furniture were old and out-dated, and needs upgrading. There was no kettle or any facility to have tea/coffee in the room. Beds were really hard and creaking, but we had two double beds in our room instead of one double bed, maybe suitable for family. Bathroom was okay, the cistern was constantly leaking, and the shower head had probably been there for ages, as we can see black discoloration, which could be harbouring Legionella, and can cause serious infection. Rooms were cleaned every day, fresh towels supplied. The pools were dirty and over crowded. Beach towels costs 2.50 Euro. One of my main complaints is that the drinking water supply was very limited, particularly in that hot weather it is important to drink plenty to avoid dehydration. Water was only available in the dinning area, with restricted access. The staff did not allow to fill up the water bottle. What a shame! Water is a basic human need and the hotel does not seem to care. Food was good, but became a bit repetitive, which is expected. Local white and red wines were for free, they were okay. The best part was the private beach, which was well staffed and the water was clean. We had a designated sun lounger so there was no hassle. The nearest train station was only 10 mins walk, and have easy train access to Palermo central. We used a taxi service of the hotel's contact, which was really expensive.
Rajan, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Alma, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Abhinav, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Food was not good
We stayed here for one night. It’s a very large resort hotel so we didn’t do much since we were passing though in between other destinations and plans. The pool was basic and the large one was closed for some reason when I tried to take my kids. I did not go to the beach which looked nice. The biggest bummer was their buffet dinner (30 euro per adult). It was not good at all. Food did not seem fresh and reminded me of cafeteria food. The rooms were clean and comfortable though. Very loud at night with music.
Radha, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Uncomfortable Budget Hotel Claiming 4 Stars
My gripe with this hotel is that it has a lot of potential to be a nice resort—as it’s facing one of the nicest beaches I’ve ever been to—but it lies about being a 4 star hotel. 4-star hotels, at a minimum, typically have room service, vending machines for after-hours food, and if not, some other form of late night food option. Saracen Sands Hotels offers NO OPTIONS for food after 10pm, so if you get there late and you don’t bring groceries or food with you, you will have a tough time eating. Another pet peeve of mine is that the hotel is stingy with how cold they let your room get. It can’t be colder than 22 degrees Celsius. Most hotels allow up to 18. We were sweating for part of the night and the staff refused to override the code and bring down the temperature. I would’ve gladly paid more money for a cooler room. Long story short, when you arrive at the hotel, it looks nice. Sort of like a Hilton. But then you realize almost everything is self-serve (you even need to go to the hotel front-desk to get pool towels because they don’t have them available at the pools or beach), the rooms are uncomfortable and let lots of noise through, and it’s hard to find food after 10pm.
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Scott, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasantly surprised
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Used for one night before early flight home to save the early morning drive across Palermo. Will definitely use again during next visit. The self service buffet evening meal is a very good value, with excellent choices for the money
Keith, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Needs a modern facelift !! Other than that this is a killler venue! I’ll be back
Thomas, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Joanruth, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Everything was great, up until we needed a taxi to the train station. The desk lady just kind of pointed the right outside and said you can catch a taxi over there. But the night before, the other lady at the desk said it would be no problem to call you a taxi. So there you go. Then the taxi guy I got us to the train station gouged us around $40.00
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Leopoldo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Booked three nights stayed one- terrible hotel
Firstly the good - decent sized room for four Now the bad - absolutely everything else April is out of season so the area is dead… there’s no water in the pool, you can’t use the beach access. The hotel is a conference hotel and in no way family friendly. It was really noisy all evening and then we were woken by weights smashing around in the gym next door. I got up and went for a run asking the gentleman to ease up as my kids were trying to sleep, came back from a run and tried to use the gym which was locked with the same guy in. Asked at reception and the rude night guy said it doesn’t open until 8am… this was pretty funny as we both looked over and saw a bloke using it! Luckily the day guy took potty when I asked to reduce my stay to one night. My partner said she rates it the worst hotel she had ever stayed in… I mean I would go that far but I wouldn’t stay again. Went to Palermo and had a better experience
alex, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Busy hotel uncomfortable night
Very poor bed and pillow was completely flat school party in hotel very noisy all night air conditioning did not work at all breakfast was ok
Assad, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Brian, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

JOEL, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brad, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Does what it says on the tin!
It is what it says it is - a conference hotel. We stayed there one night because it is convenient (10 min drive) to Palermo airport but it was completely rammed with conference goers. The hotel reception and service staff simply could not cope with the volume. Bedroom was an odd layout and very plasticky but it was clean and the bed was comfortable. Located next to a nice looking beach but we felt this was more a transitory stop than a longer term destination. Couple of nice restaurants nearby.
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Chaene, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The prop was not well maintained. Inside it was clean but not welcoming. The gardens and exterior of the building was run down. Bars and dining was limited. Staff in the pizzeria was very friendly and the pizza was good. Unfortunately the atmosphere at the hotel was cold. Nice beach, don’t try to be there at sunset, you get locked out.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is a nice hotel, with very attentive staff, and big rooms. The beach is beautiful and the mountains in the backdrop are stunning. Outstanding sunsets. Close to airport and Palermo. Food is buffet and so hard to get excited about.
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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