Hotel berhampiran F.Lli Giaconia Di Giaconia Vincenzo E C. Snc, Palermo

Nous avons passé neuf nuits dans cet hôtel, à trois (un adulte et deux ados). Notre première impression : nous étions très déçus par notre chambre et nous avons eu envie d'annuler la réservation pour aller ailleurs. Les matériaux employés pour l'aménagement et la décoration sont très ”cheap” et les chambres n'ont pas le charme qu'elles ont sur les photos. Celles du bas avec leurs grandes vitres colorées (l'hôtel a été aménagé dans un ancien théâtre) ont du cachet, mais leurs sanitaires sont à l'extérieur. Tout le monde peut y aller : impossible d'y laisser le moindre effet personnel et de se promener en petite tenue, d'autant que c'est le couloir d'entrée de l'hôtel... En tout état de cause, la chambre qui nous a été proposée n'etait pas celle réservée. Le bruit. Toutes les fenêtres de l'hôtel sont en simple vitrage, alors que l'immeuble donne sur l'une des avenues les plus fréquentées de Palerme. Autant dire que les boules Quiess ne sont pas une option. Par facilité - nous étions en plein mois de juillet - nous avons décidé de rester là malgré tout. Notre hôte, nous voyant désappointés, a été aux petits soins pour rendre notre séjour agréable. L'aspect ”cheap” s'est quand même vérifié à plusieurs reprises. À l'usage, nous avons apprécié la proximité immédiate de tous les lieux animés et des transports. Il y a un arrêt de bus très bien desservi juste en face de l'hôtel, qui permet d'arriver à la plage de Mondello en trois quarts d'heure (bus 101 puis 806) et d'aller /venir de l'aéroport par une navette directe. La gare est aussi tout près ; pour aller à Cefalù il faut compter une bonne demi-heure de transport. En revanche, ne pensez pas aller vous baigner dans les environs de l'hôtel : le port n'est pas du tout aménagé pour le tourisme et il n'y a que des brisants en dehors d'une minuscule zone de mise à l'eau pour les barques, qui n'est pas nettoyée (algues et coquilles de moules et d'huîtres font office de plage). Autre point fort de l'hôtel, son accord avec le petit café donnant sur la rue où on prend le petit-déjeuner. Les gérants ne sont pas regardants et ont les enfants à la bonne (vive les croissants farcis à la Nutella). Nous avons enfin beaucoup apprécié la clim', qui était silencieuse et a fonctionné jour et nuit sans la moindre difficulté. Par temps de canicule, c'était vraiment très agréable de sortir le matin, de rentrer se mettre au frais en début d'après-midi et de ressortir reposés vers 17h. Vu que la plupart des lieux à visiter sont tout près, c'est un QG très pratique.

My rating is more 4.5. Centrally located, easy walk to restaurants and major sites. I’m not sure why there are so many negative comments about the staff; honestly, all of our interactions were fantastic. Front desk staff helpful and knew our room number. We interacted with various front desk staffs frequently. It was nice to drop off our adorable 5 lb key at the front desk! . Breakfast was generous and abundant. It is in the most gorgeous dining area I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. I indulged in some scrambled eggs and bacon; a welcome addition after days of continental bfasts. I had been sick and took a tray to the room to eat for 3 days, not wanting to get other travelers I’ll. Every morning, lovely Inacia, one of the staff members, efficiently put a tray together for me with a smile. The staff worked hard to restock the food and cups/plates. Barbara was our floor maid and always pleasant, had a smile, and helpful. Our TV’s did not work and each maintenance person was helpful and hilarious. It turns out when you do get the tv on, there’s only bbc! But we are not there to watch tv. The hotel is a former palazzo and it is somewhat of a maze, but that’s part of the Italian adventure. It’s a gorgeous hotel and may not be the most updated, but we found it quiet, comfortable, and unobtrusive. Umbrellas available at the front desk for rainy days. We ate at primi piatti across the street but would have tried the hotel restaurant had we another day and I was not under the weather. Bravo to the Eurostar Team- you made our Palermo trip special!

Location incantevole, posizionata in pieno centro a Palermo, è ideale per chi vuole visitare i monumenti principali della città e poter trovare ristoranti e fast food aperti ad ogni ora. La stanza è pulitissima, è dotata di kit cortesia completo di bagnoschiuma,shampoo e creme, e la doccia è ampia e moderna. Idem la dotazione tv pari ad Hotel pluristellati e rinomati. Il personale è gentilissimo , ci hanno accolto fin dal garage convenzionato, portandoci nella struttura, dandoci ogni informazione circa la città e come muoverci. La stanza è dotata di macchina del caffè con molte cialde, ovviamente offerte dalla struttura. Stupenda la raffigurazione dei monumenti di Palermo alle spalle del letto. La stanza che abbiamo scelto era ampia. Sicuramente quando tornerò a Palermo sarà nuovamente la mia scelta.

For the price paid per night (＜£70) and its location, it’s what you need for exploring Palermo. Walkable distance to Palermo Lolli train station (where the airport train will take you) and bus stops. On a quieter street with coffee shop downstairs and a couple of bars in close distance. Lots of options for dinner close by too. The room was basic, clean, comfortable bed. The bathroom could go a refresh. Air con was okay. Managed to check in early which was welcome. There is a bit of noise you can hear from your neighbours / the reception but it doesn’t go on late at all.

Hotel ini terletak sangat baik beberapa langkah dari jalan membeli-belah utama dan beberapa langkah lagi ke bandar lama dan semua tarikan utama. Bilik mempunyai semua yang kami perlukan, kakitangan sangat membantu dan sarapan pagi menawarkan persembahan yang sihat terutama di sisi gula-gula, kek ricotta sangat mengagumkan.

I stayed at this hotel for one week in October 2023. This was my first time in Sicily and my first time in Palermo. I had a very memorable experience indeed! The rooms are very clean and comfortable. They are also very spacious! The hotel is also located in an excellent location close to the Mercato Ballaro and it's just right around the corner from Piazza Politeama. The staff were all very friendly, polite, and helpful. I would definitely stay there again and definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who is thinking of going to Palermo!

Close to the city center and main shopping area. Car not needed and parking in the area of the city a challenge. Room was spacious and tidy but needed updating. The refrigerator only functions when you're in the room making it a challenge to keep anything cold. Comfortable shower but the door barely worked as some plastic hardware was brittle and broke. Friendly staff was helpful when approached but did not go out of their way to anticipate problems. Breakfast was extensive and the bar (coffee) staff very friendly and professional. Note that we booked two rooms in anticipation of a working family member but had to cancel one after she got COVID. The hotel refused to provide a refund for the cancelled room AND we paid additional for an extended stay in the remaining room as we waited for a negative test while she quarantined in another location. Additionally, while the staff (mostly) observed COVID protocol, most of the guests did not.

L'hotel e' situatato in una zona centrale di Palermo ,ottima la possibilita' di parcheggio privato che possiede al suo interno. La struttura e' un po datata e la colazione non il massimo per qualita' e quantita', per il prezzo pagato direi che va bene.