Excelsior Palace Palermo
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Excelsior Palace Palermo Review
The prestigious Excelsior Palace Palermo Hotel enjoys a prestigious location in the heart of Palermo, merely 200 metres from Giardino Inglese Garden. This 4-star traditional hotel features both Wi-Fi throughout the property and a private parking lot on site.
The accommodation offers a continental breakfast served every day in the restaurant. Guests can enjoy Italian dishes at Italo-Gusto Italiano settled a mere 200 metres away.
The burial Capuchin Catacombs is about a 5-minute drive away, and culture-oriented attractions such as Massimo Theater lie at a short distance from the typical property. Guests can visit the heritage museum "Museo della Fondazione Mormino", set within 5 minutes' stroll of the stylish hotel, as well as the grand square "Piazza Pretoria", which is a 5-minute ride away.
The best historical sights to visit here include the grand 9th century Norman Palace, situated 25 minutes' walk from the accommodation.
The smart Excelsior Palace Palermo features 118 rooms with traditional interior featuring soundproof windows, together with such modern amenities as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a mini-fridge-bar as well as a private safe and smoke detectors provided.
The elegant Excelsior Palace Palermo Hotel is 10 minutes' walk from Piazza Don Sturzo bus station, while the atmospheric Arabic-style Norman Church of San Cataldo is 5 minutes away by car.
A fitness centre and massage therapy can be booked at the hotel at an extra charge. The Excelsior Palace Palermo features a hammam spa to add to a perfect stay. There is a gym at the accommodation. Corporate travellers will benefit from a business centre available on site.
Impressions
During my visit to the Excelsior Palace Palermo, I took advantage of the luxurious amenities and services available. The room service was exceptional, allowing me to unwind and enjoy a meal in the comfort of my own room after a long day of exploring the city. The menu offered a variety of delicious options, and the staff was prompt and attentive, ensuring that my dining experience was nothing short of remarkable.
Additionally, I made use of the car hire service at the hotel, which made it incredibly convenient for me to explore the surrounding area at my own pace. The process of renting a car was seamless, and the staff provided me with helpful recommendations for nearby attractions to visit. Furthermore, I utilized the hotel's laundry service, which was efficient and convenient, allowing me to have fresh, clean clothes during my stay. the Excelsior Palace Palermo's top-notch services and amenities enhanced my experience and made my visit truly memorable.
Positives and negatives
- Excellent central location so close to the heritage museum "Museo della Fondazione Mormino".
- Large and huge rooms with separate bathrooms and delightful decor.
- Outstanding breakfast included.
- Menu offers hot Sicilian fare.
- Excellent service and a smooth check-in.
- Good prices for the area.
- A few rooms might lack water.
- Minor complaints about a few quite busy employees.
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- In-room air conditioning
- Heating
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
Dining facilities
- Continental breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
Relax
- Beach access
- Exercise gym
Activities for Kids
- Cots
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Palatine Chapel 2.16 km (1.34 mi.)
- Giardino Inglese 210 m (689 ft)
- Cattedrale di Palermo 1.83 km (1.14 mi.)
- Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti 2.34 km (1.45 mi.)
- Zisa Castle 1.77 km (1.10 mi.)
- Via Roma 1.25 km (4101 ft)
- Martorana 2.00 km (1.24 mi.)
- Capuchin Catacombs 2.33 km (1.45 mi.)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 8.1 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $83 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 118 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 285 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Palatine Chapel , Giardino Inglese , Cattedrale di Palermo |
| 🏆 Rankings | #2 in Palermo hotels near Via Maqueda #9 in Palermo hotels near Cattedrale di Palermo #11 in Palermo hotels near Food markets #14 in Palermo hotels near Oratory of Saint Lawrence #14 in Palermo hotels near Martorana |