Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal
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Summary of reviewsThe Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal is favorably reviewed for its highly recommended central location, which offers convenient access to Palermo's historic center and major attractions like Teatro Massimo and Politeama Theater. The hotel's proximity to public transport, including a nearby airport bus stop and vibrant shopping and nightlife areas, enhances guest convenience. Additionally, the hotel's facilities, friendly staff and hearty breakfast contribute positively to the overall guest experience.
Breakfast at the hotel garners widespread positive feedback, being described as excellent, varied and offering an extensive selection that caters to diverse tastes and dietary needs. Fresh ingredients such as orange juice, cakes, fresh fruits and more contribute to a satisfying start to the day, despite minor critiques about repetition in options and limited savory items.
The on-site restaurant receives high praise for excellent food and exceptional cuisine, thanks to a talented chef and attentive staff. Guests appreciate the festive food options and the chef's unique specialties and the pleasant outdoor dining space enhances the overall dining experience. While a few guests mentioned occasional limited menu options and underwhelming dishes, the restaurant remains a highlight.
The hotel rooms are deemed clean and comfortable with spacious layouts and large windows that offer pleasant views. Some rooms include modern amenities and balconies. However, the dated furniture and finishes, along with soundproofing issues and occasional air conditioning malfunctions, point to areas needing improvement. Despite these drawbacks, most guests find the rooms to be functional and comfortable.
Cleanliness is generally praised with many guests highlighting the clean and well-maintained environment. However, occasional remarks about dusty rooms, dirty windows and specific cleanliness issues indicate room for enhancement.
Staff service is a significant positive aspect with frequent mentions of friendly, helpful and courteous personnel who contribute to a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Both the front desk and breakfast staff receive numerous commendations.
WiFi service is viewed positively overall with noted strong signals and fast speeds, although some guests experienced connectivity issues. Parking presents a more mixed experience due to the lack of private parking, tight spaces and associated costs, but nearby options are available.
Families find the hotel welcoming, featuring family rooms suitable for guests of all ages, despite the occasional comment on room size and isolated issues like mite bites. The hotel's location is also favorable for vibrant nightlife, making it convenient for evening activities.
Feedback on the beds is mixed but tilts towards comfort with many guests praising the quality of the bedding. Some criticisms include old and uncomfortable beds, however.
While the hotel's four-star rating is questioned by some guests due to its outdated facilities and aging decor, it is still regarded as suitable for business travelers and accessibility for disabled guests is noted.
Finally, the hotel is dog-friendly, accommodating pets with a nominal nightly fee, making it a convenient choice for travelers with small dogs. Overall, the Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal offers an advantageous location, commendable staff and satisfactory dining and room experiences, making it a preferred choice for many visitors despite minor areas for improvement.
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Breakfast at the hotel garners widespread positive feedback, being described as excellent, varied and offering an extensive selection that caters to diverse tastes and dietary needs. Fresh ingredients such as orange juice, cakes, fresh fruits and more contribute to a satisfying start to the day, despite minor critiques about repetition in options and limited savory items.
The on-site restaurant receives high praise for excellent food and exceptional cuisine, thanks to a talented chef and attentive staff. Guests appreciate the festive food options and the chef's unique specialties and the pleasant outdoor dining space enhances the overall dining experience. While a few guests mentioned occasional limited menu options and underwhelming dishes, the restaurant remains a highlight.
The hotel rooms are deemed clean and comfortable with spacious layouts and large windows that offer pleasant views. Some rooms include modern amenities and balconies. However, the dated furniture and finishes, along with soundproofing issues and occasional air conditioning malfunctions, point to areas needing improvement. Despite these drawbacks, most guests find the rooms to be functional and comfortable.
Cleanliness is generally praised with many guests highlighting the clean and well-maintained environment. However, occasional remarks about dusty rooms, dirty windows and specific cleanliness issues indicate room for enhancement.
Staff service is a significant positive aspect with frequent mentions of friendly, helpful and courteous personnel who contribute to a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Both the front desk and breakfast staff receive numerous commendations.
WiFi service is viewed positively overall with noted strong signals and fast speeds, although some guests experienced connectivity issues. Parking presents a more mixed experience due to the lack of private parking, tight spaces and associated costs, but nearby options are available.
Families find the hotel welcoming, featuring family rooms suitable for guests of all ages, despite the occasional comment on room size and isolated issues like mite bites. The hotel's location is also favorable for vibrant nightlife, making it convenient for evening activities.
Feedback on the beds is mixed but tilts towards comfort with many guests praising the quality of the bedding. Some criticisms include old and uncomfortable beds, however.
While the hotel's four-star rating is questioned by some guests due to its outdated facilities and aging decor, it is still regarded as suitable for business travelers and accessibility for disabled guests is noted.
Finally, the hotel is dog-friendly, accommodating pets with a nominal nightly fee, making it a convenient choice for travelers with small dogs. Overall, the Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal offers an advantageous location, commendable staff and satisfactory dining and room experiences, making it a preferred choice for many visitors despite minor areas for improvement.
Hotel near Golf Courses
Ibis Styles hotels are known for their modern design and practical amenities, which can appeal to golf travelers seeking a comfortable and convenient stay.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal actively protects the environment and promotes eco-sustainable tourism through various green choices aimed at limiting environmental impact. They have reduced plastic usage, use eco-friendly cleaning products and toiletries, and joined the Too Good To Go app to save unsold food.
Family Friendly Hotel
This hotel offers family rooms and is centrally located, providing quick access to attractions like the Regional Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas and Massimo Theatre.
Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Situated on Via Roma, this hotel is in a lively area with many bars and clubs, offering easy access to Palermo's nightlife. Its central location makes it ideal for exploring the city's evening scene.
Business Hotel
This hotel is suitable for business stays and features a business center. It is centrally located in the business and historic center and offers relevant services like laundry and in-room WiFi.
Hotel with Parking
This hotel is a popular choice among travelers looking for hotels with parking in Palermo and is noted as one of the most frequently booked options with parking facilities.
4-Star Hotel
This hotel features modern amenities and is conveniently located near Via Roma. It provides comfortable rooms and easy access to the city's attractions.
Hotel for Honeymoon
Dog Friendly Hotel
Romantic Hotel
Accessible Hotel
About Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal
License: 19082053A200975, IT082053A18KV2MVCE
Guest Reviews
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Breakfast
The breakfast area is praised for its setup, facilitating a pleasant dining experience with some reviews specifically mentioning the friendly and attentive breakfast staff who enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the breakfast includes options suitable for various dietary needs, including vegan and options for celiacs, which further adds to its appeal.
Despite the predominantly favorable feedback, a few guests found the breakfast to be a bit repetitive and noted instances where it could be improved in terms of selection and quality. Some reviews also mention limited savory items and a small breakfast room, which can detract from the overall experience. However, these concerns are relatively minor compared to the widespread positive comments.
Overall, the breakfast at Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal stands out as a highlight for many guests, combining rich and varied options, fresh ingredients and excellent service to create a commendable morning meal experience.
Dinner
In addition to dinner, the breakfast at the hotel is noted for its extensive selection and very good variety. However, while the food quality consistently earns high marks, some guests report mixed experiences with dinner, including limited menu options and occasional underwhelming dishes like the lenzi soup. Despite these few criticisms, the overall consensus is that the culinary offerings are commendable.
The restaurant's pleasant outdoor space enhances the dining experience, providing a delightful setting for meals and drinks. Though there are many inexpensive dining alternatives nearby, guests often recommend trying the hotel's restaurant for its excellent cuisine and varied meal options. Even with a mixed review here and there, the standout meals and friendly service make it worth considering for both breakfast and dinner.
Rooms
However, the rooms also show signs of wearing and are described as a bit dated with some guests remarking on old-fashioned furniture and finishes. Soundproofing is frequently noted as an issue with noise from the street and adjacent rooms being a common complaint. Additionally, the air conditioning system received mixed reviews with a few guests experiencing malfunctions.
Despite these drawbacks, many found the rooms functional and comfortable, appreciating comfortable beds and efficient room cleaning. Guests also appreciated the presence of balconies in some rooms, providing a quieter and more pleasant experience. Overall, while the hotel rooms are clean and comfortable, they would benefit from updates and better soundproofing to fully meet guests' expectations of a four-star hotel.
Beds
However, there are also several criticisms concerning the condition and comfort of the beds. Complaints include old and uncomfortable beds, some of which are noted to be in poor condition or simply too hard. A few reviews mention issues like the light bed odor and awkward bed placements. The extra beds and bunk beds are not universally praised, occasionally described as less comfortable compared to the main beds.
Overall, while many visitors enjoy a comfortable stay thanks to good bedding and clean conditions, the varied feedback suggests that bed quality might differ from room to room.
Cleanliness
However, some guests pointed out areas for improvement. There were occasional remarks about dusty rooms, dirty windows and issues with the cleanliness of certain facilities, such as the need for bathroom renovations and better floor waxing. A few specific complaints included dirty bathtubs, old toilet brushes and cleanliness that did not always meet expectations.
Despite these occasional criticisms, the prevalent sentiment was that the hotel maintains a high standard of cleanliness with many guests appreciating the well-kept rooms and common areas. The cleaning service was often mentioned positively, contributing to a clean and pleasant stay overall.
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Wi-Fi
Parking
Family
Nightlife
4 Star
Business
Accessible
Dog Friendly
No, Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal.
Yes, Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal.
No, Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal doesn't have a gym.
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