Palazzo ExcelsiorvsPalazzo Brunaccini
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mercure Palermo Excelsior City ranks significantly higher than Palazzo Brunaccini. Mercure Palermo Excelsior City ranks #3 in Palermo with positive reviews from 6 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Palazzo Excelsior
Via Marchese Ugo 3, 90139 Palermo, Sicily
From $83/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Nostalgic favorite... in a quiet neighborhood at the northern end of Via Libertà." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Originally built as the Hotel de la Paix (Hotel of Peace) for Italy’s National Exhibition of 1891, this Art Nouveau landmark is one of Palermo’s oldest hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1891 and remodelled in 1987, this hotel is still a favourite of visiting aristocracy and has a loyal following."
Star Service
"Standard offerings include high ceilings and tall, elaborate window dressings, modern padded headboards and excellent beds left over from Hilton's days at the helm." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 118-room Mercure Palermo Excelsior offers an upscale, historical stay right in the heart of downtown Palermo." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This is a classic Palermo hotel, and though it forms part of an international chain, it has its own identity." Full review
Palazzo Brunaccini
Piazzetta Lucrezia Brunaccini, 9, 90134 Palermo, Sicily
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Palazzo Brunaccini is a centrally located hotel within walking distance of attractions, public transportation, and restaurants, but some guests mention the neighborhood can feel a bit dodgy." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Palazzo Brunaccini is all elegance amid a fusion of crumbling, artsy, edgy, multi-ethnic Palermo, located round the corner from the famous Ballarò street market with its kaleidoscope of colours." Full review
Frommer's
"Commands a beautiful and tranquil piazza...Salons and the airy guest rooms are a pleasant mix of traditional grandeur and clean-lined contemporary touches" Full review