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Palazzo Excelsior vs Hotel Posta

Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Mercure Palermo Excelsior City ranks significantly higher than Hotel Posta. Mercure Palermo Excelsior City scores 86 with accolades from 6 sources such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.

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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Hotel Posta
Hotel Posta
7 / 10
Via Antonio Gagini, 77, 90133 Palermo, Sicily
From $64 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Behind the busy Via Roma, this family-run hotel with 27 simple, but comfortable rooms is popular with actors performing in the nearby Teatro Massimo."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Hotel Posta has an exceptional location in downtown Palermo and is within walking distance of numerous attractions, shops, and restaurants." Full review