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
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast