Fodor's Expert Review Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa

Via dei Cartari 18, Palermo, Sicily, 90133, Italy

Cleverly converted from three historic buildings—a bank, a palazzo, and a monastery—this hotel is ideally located in a quiet corner of the old town, just off the central axis of Corso Vittorio Emanuele. It's an elegant complex, featuring vaulted ceilings and an expansive, airy courtyard lobby with a retractable glass ceiling that's open in warm weather, plus a beautifully designed restaurant. While guest rooms don't quite match the splendor of the public spaces, their soothing mint-green-and-beige color schemes and comfortable beds ensure a good night's sleep. Parking costs €18/day.

PROS

  • quiet but central location
  • interesting architecture
  • wellness center with fitness equipment, rare for Sicily hotels

CONS

  • somewhat indifferent staff
  • some noise issues in rooms
  • building feels a bit sterile

QUICK FACTS

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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 091-320075

HOTEL DETAILS

127 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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