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Hotel Principe di Villafranca

4.0 of 5
Via G. Turrisi Colonna 4, 90141 Palermo, Sicily, Italy
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Hotel Principe di Villafranca
Ranked #5 of 98 hotels in Palermo
4.5 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
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Munich, Germany
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

the hotel is very nice, clean and beautifully designed, located very near to the main streets and the city center of Palermo. The staff is very helpful and speaks English, which is not a rule in Sicily. The rooms are very well equiped with a simple and clean Italian design, AC and pretty large, comfortable bathroom. The breakfast is a... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
8 May 2012

Dear Guests, Thank you so much for such a pretty review! We are delighted you enjoyed the hotel design and atmosphere and also its quiet yet very central location. Thank you also for describing in such detail the comfort of our rooms and the helpfulness and competence of our staff, and for appreciating our breakfast, based on fresh local produce... More

Top Contributor
148 reviews 148 reviews
Reviews in 100 cities Reviews in 100 cities
578 helpful votes 578 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012
4
people found this review helpful

Palermo was our last stop on our tour of Sicily. The largest and more of a major city, it is the most congested. We were advised to keep our time here short. But....... due to the location and caliber of this boutique hotel, we had a more favorable impression of the city than we had expected. We dropped our car... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
26 March 2012

Dear Guest, thank you for this great review on Hotel Principe di Villafranca! It is great reading that you enjoyed so much visiting by foot our beautiful city, and that you loved the surroundings of the hotel, full of great shopping venues, restaurants, wine bars. We are really happy to learn that you felt welcomed both within the hotel, thanks... More

Vancouver, Canada
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The Principe di Villafranca is an excellent hotel choice in Palermo. It is modern, conveniently located, and extremely well run. I must single out front-desk hostess Monica for particular praise. She is highly knowledgeable about sights and museums, and she spends as much time as needed with maps, directions, and neighborhood restaurant suggestions (which were wonderful). She is fluent in... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
23 January 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your travel experience with the other members of the Tripadvisor community – it was a pleasure for us to read that we completely succeeded in making your recent stay in Palermo absolutely unforgettable. We are delighted that you enjoyed the hotel facilities and amenities, its convenient location and... More

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011
6
people found this review helpful

We had an extremely enjoyable stay at this hotel, experiencing high standards of both accommodation and service. We liked the light, modern decor complete with interesting 'legs' artwork, the contemporary fittings in the room and bathroom, and the firm mattress with fresh pillows and quality cotton bedding. We were treated to a larger room with a bath at no extra... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
28 November 2011

Dear Guest, the hotel management and staff wish to thank you with our utmost sincerity for sharing your excellent stay experience with other travelers. No effort is spared in making every guest stay perfect and we are so happy to read you appreciated all of the hotel’s features and characteristics, from décor to location, with a special view to our... More

Pleasant Hill, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed three nights at Hotel Principe di Villafranca in Palermo and greatly benefited from the very comfortable and quiet room, the best bed we'd slept in in all of Sicily, pleasant, helpful staff, a breakfast in the morning that was better than adequate and included fresh fruit and cereals along with a nice assortment of sweet rolls, cakes and... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
25 November 2011

Dear Guest, It is fantastic to read that your stay in Palermo was as nice as it could be, and that together with the beauty of our city, Hotel Principe di Villafranca with its service and staff played a major role in making it so.Thanks for all your remarks on our rooms and their features, on our breakfast and its... More

Toronto, Canada
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Our second stay at this charming, well appointed hotel. Close to all historical sites, shopping and well situated for access to public transit. Newer and safe part of Palermo within walking distance to good quality restaurants. Cozy reading area with access to WIFI. Highlight of Palermo was seeing an opera at the beautiful Teatro Massimo, just walking distance from the... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
15 November 2011

Dear guest, Thank you for your review. We are very glad to read that you have appreciated the hotel atmosphere and charm, together with its excellent location, close to both historical and entertainment sites, and its immediate proximity to public transportation stops. We are also happy to read that you had the opportunity to see an opera at the Teatro... More

Gloucestershire, UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Certainly this hotel seems to be in a nice part of Palermo - try the fantastic cafe (cakes and biscotti) just a few yards from the entrance (turn right). Helpful, friendly staff. An amusingly idiosyncratic lift - try it if you dare. Comfy bed and ample choice at breakfast.

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
30 September 2011

Dear guest, thanks a lot for your review. We are happy you enjoyed our neighborhood, with its welcoming and cheerful streets and shops, together with the hotel rooms and our rich breakfast buffet. Thank you also for complimenting about our staff – we are very proud of their always friendly and polite attitude. We look forward to having you again... More

Toronto, Canada
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2011
4
people found this review helpful

We arrived at the Villafranca to join a Jolly Sicily Tour; check-in easy as the tour guide had made all the arrangements. Sitting rooms and lobby create pleasant atmosphere; room was spacious; bed very firm which is to our liking. Excellent location minutes to main shopping area along Via della Liberta, fabulous restaurants, and piazzas. Staff was wonderful; cheery, and... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
21 September 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We are so glad you enjoyed our property, its common areas and rooms, the pleasantness and cheerfulness of our staff, our breakfast based upon fresh products and our location, right in the heart of town. With regards to your dinner experience, we will surely treasure your opinion and take any necessary step... More

Trnava, Slovakia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011

Good base in otherwise unspectacular city, few minutes from the centre. Charming hotel with atmosphere, nice decoration and decent breakfast. Probably the only complain - our room was too small and they have some problems with free wifi connection which is (or should be) available in the lobby area. I would recommned this hotel if you really must to go... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
19 September 2011

Dear Guest, We are glad you have enjoyed the hotel location, atmosphere and service – we are also sorry to hear that you have experienced a little trouble with the internet access and will make sure this is checked and the whole system is in good working order. Be sure that in the event of another visit to Palermo, we... More

England
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Having arrived at the hotel, it was better than we could have expected. The whole place seems to have undergone a renovation, and was a perfect blend of rustic and contemporary designs. The breakfast was probably the best we've ever had in a hotel, and the location was great - a quiet side street but only a few minutes from... More

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Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant at Hotel Principe di Villafranca, responded to this review
9 September 2011

Dear Guest, thank you for your lovely review! We are happy to enjoyed the restyling of the property, together with our delicious breakfast and the convenient location. We really look forward to having you as our guest on your next trip to Palermo and in the meanwhile would like to send you our kindest regards. Giulia Briguglia, Executive Assistant Hotel... More

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Address: Via G. Turrisi Colonna 4, 90141 Palermo, Sicily, Italy
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