Palace Hotel is one of Bari's best-known city hotels, set in the grid of broad nineteenth-century streets of the Murat quarter between the railway station and the old town. It is a practical, comfortable choice for travellers who prefer the services of a full-size hotel to a small guesthouse: a restaurant and bar, a lobby with a front desk that is staffed through the day, meeting rooms and a good range of room types. For a Puglia trip that relies on trains and day tours, it is hard to beat for convenience, because the station is close and the old town is a pleasant walk away.
The Murat district is Bari's smart commercial quarter, with shops along Via Sparano, cafés, theatres and the seafront promenade a few minutes on foot. The old town, with the Basilica di San Nicola and the cathedral, is reachable in about fifteen to twenty minutes, so you can step between the modern city and the medieval lanes with ease. Bari Centrale railway station is the starting point for trains to Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Alberobello, Trani and Lecce, and the airport is a short drive or taxi ride away, which makes arrival and departure straightforward.
Rooms are generally conventional in style, with air conditioning and en suite bathrooms, and the hotel serves a buffet-style breakfast; check what is included in your rate. A restaurant and bar on site offer a convenient option after a long day. The size of the hotel means services are reliable, and staff are used to guests of many nationalities. Families can often find larger rooms, and business travellers will appreciate the central address.
Good to know
City-centre hotels in Bari can be affected by street noise, so ask for a quiet room if you are a light sleeper. Parking may be limited or paid, so confirm arrangements in advance if you are hiring a car. Summer is warm and the old town is busy at weekends, while winter is quiet and mild.
The hotel is a sound choice for a first night in Puglia, for a base between day trips, or for a stay at the beginning or end of a longer tour. Choose Palace Hotel if you want a dependable, central, full-service base close to transport.
If you arrive by air, the airport link by bus or taxi is straightforward, and the hotel can help with the transfer if you ask in advance. Ask about luggage storage if your train leaves late on your last day, so you can enjoy a final walk through the old town without your bags. The streets around the hotel have a good choice of cafés and bakeries for a simple breakfast, and the seafront promenade is lovely for an evening stroll, particularly in the cooler months when the sea air is fresh.
Why stay here
- ✓Central Murat location
- ✓Near the railway station
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Business-friendly services
- ✓Front desk service
- ✓Walk to the seafront
Good questions
How far is Palace Hotel from the old town?+
The old town and the Basilica di San Nicola are about a fifteen to twenty minute walk, or a short taxi ride.
Is it close to the railway station?+
Yes, the station is close, which makes day trips by train to Polignano, Monopoli, Alberobello and Lecce easy.
Is parking available?+
Parking may be limited or paid, so confirm the arrangements with the hotel if you are hiring a car.
