Excelsior Palace Palermo, Palermo
About the Hotel
Excelsior Palace Palermo is a historic 4-star hotel located in the heart of Palermo along the renowned Viale della Libertà. This property, featuring an elegant Art Nouveau design, has been carefully restored under the guidance of architect Basile since 1925. Positioned close to the picturesque Giardino Inglese and the famous Teatro Massimo, it combines leisure with cultural significance. The hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers with its comprehensive amenities.
Location
Conveniently situated near Palermo's port and within close proximity to the city center, the hotel allows easy access to local boutiques, theaters, and restaurants. Guests can reach many cultural attractions, such as the Cattedrale di Palermo and the Regional Archeological Museum, within a short walk. Transportation options include proximity to the main train stations, with Palermo Central located 2.5 km away and Falcone-Borsellino Airport 30 km from the hotel.
Rooms
The hotel offers 117 air-conditioned guest rooms, all featuring modern amenities such as free WiFi, a flat-screen television, and a minibar. Each room is designed with bright decor and equipped with luxurious marble bathrooms, offering either city or garden views. Some rooms include larger living spaces, providing comfortable seating areas for guests. Rooms also feature a desk, alarm clock with MP3 player, and safe for added convenience.
Eat & Drink
Dining at Excelsior Palace Palermo includes Mediterranean and international cuisine at the upscale Exè Bar & Restaurant. The hotel also features a café where guests can unwind with refreshments. Breakfast serves a variety of hot and cold options to suit different tastes. The restaurant is outfitted with original Italian furniture, enhancing the dining experience with a touch of style.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides various leisure options including a small fitness center and relaxing hammam. Business travelers can make use of two fully equipped conference rooms, featuring the latest audio-visual technology. Additional amenities include concierge services and massage treatments, catering to guests seeking relaxation after a productive day. A banqueting room is also available for special occasions.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Lift
Sports & Fitness
- Exercise gym
- Fitness studio
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Computer connection
Dining
- Paid breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
Children
- Cots
- Paid babysitting/ Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
Room features
- In-room air conditioning
- Heating
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a mix of spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms but with a downside of some rooms needing repairs. The service is mostly friendly with some room for improvement, and the location is convenient, being close to the city center. The dining experience is classy, with pleasant staff and local specials, and the facilities are well-maintained.
I stayed in a junior suite at this hotel, which was very comfortable. The rooms were nice, although lacking air conditioning meant sleeping with the windows open for fresh air, which wasn't ideal from a safety perspective. The location was convenient, being close to the city center, but not near significant attractions.
The hotel has very nice rooms with plenty of storage, but the lack of air conditioning can be a concern for safety. The service is excellent, with staff going out of their way to assist. The location is convenient, allowing easy access to the city center and attractions. The dining experience is good overall, although some improvements could be made to keep hot food warm. The facilities provided are satisfactory.
The hotel offered a mix of positives and negatives. While the rooms were large, comfortable, and well-furnished, our attic room with no side windows made our stay uncomfortable. The traditional decor and efficient air conditioning were pleasant, but the smaller rooms fell short of expectations. The service was a hit-or-miss with attentive staff in some areas but indifferent in others. The location was convenient, close to the city center and with easy access to transport, although some improvements could enhance the overall experience. The dining experience ranged from classy to manic, with a pleasant but limited continental buffet. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were satisfactory, meeting most needs without major issues.
The hotel offers rooms with skylights that provide fresh air and circulation, making them some of the best in the hotel. Although clean and well-equipped, they can feel a bit small. The service was a mix of unhelpful instances but some attentive staff, especially if you are Italian. The location is very convenient, near the new center and shopping areas, making it easy to access the city center and attractions by foot. The dining experience was described as sumptuous, with a rich and satisfactory menu continually replenished by pleasant staff. The facilities were rated highly for a comfortable stay.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very traditional and comfortable with efficient air conditioning, but unfortunately, the smaller rooms were not as pleasant, leading to uncomfortable nights. The service was a bit rushed and indifferent at times, although efforts were made to ensure my comfort during the stay. The location was convenient, being close to the city center and attractions, but there were some challenges with reception attentiveness. The dining experience was generally good, but could get crowded with tour groups. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel rooms were gracious and pleasing on the eye, despite the lack of air conditioning implying sleeping with open windows, and a bad smell from the piping system. The location was very convenient, situated near the shopping area. The service was consistently friendly and helpful, offering various amenities like room service and dry cleaning. The dining was very good, although some dishes were almost inedible.
The hotel is conveniently located near the shopping area and the new center, making it a great spot for exploring. The rooms are spacious, clean, and pleasing to the eye, though the lack of air conditioning may be inconvenient. The service was generally friendly and courteous, with a standout staff member going above and beyond to assist. The dining experience was delightful, with delicious food continuously replenished by attentive staff. The hotel boasts a lovely location near fashionable streets and sights, offering a pleasant and convenient stay.
My stay at the hotel was mixed. While the attic room I was allocated on the 3rd floor was uncomfortable without side windows, the hotel was still gracious and pleasing on the eye. The long walk from the elevator was a downside, but the staff made the experience better with their classy service. However, some staff members were indifferent at times, which was disappointing.
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were very nice, although the lack of air conditioning made me a bit concerned about safety when sleeping with the windows open. The service was friendly, except for a couple of staff members who seemed inexperienced. The location was convenient, close to the new center and shopping areas. The dining experience was good but could have had more local specialties. The facilities met my needs adequately.
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