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Palazzo Excelsior vs Allakala B&B

Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Mercure Palermo Excelsior City ranks significantly better than Alla Kala. Mercure Palermo Excelsior City has a TripExpert Score of 79 with recommendations from 4 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.

Palazzo Excelsior
Palazzo Excelsior
8 / 10
Via Marchese Ugo 3, 90139 Palermo, Sicily
From $83 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Nostalgic favorite... in a quiet neighborhood at the northern end of Via Libertà." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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 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 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 Oyster
Upscale
"The 118-room Mercure Palermo Excelsior offers an upscale, historical stay right in the heart of downtown Palermo." Full review
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Allakala B&B
Allakala B&B
7 / 10
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 71, 90133 Palermo, Sicily
From $94 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Concierge
  • Free Parking
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This is a B&B that doubles as a shrine to stylish design. ... Allakala overlooks the old port and has a fantastic central location." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Five stylish rooms with magnificent views of the sailing marina, and a keen following among those in the know."