Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal Hotel, Palermo
About the Hotel
Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal is a 4-star hotel situated in the historic center of Palermo, Italy. This location makes it an ideal base for exploring the city’s rich cultural and historical offerings. The hotel is part of the Accor Hotels network and has implemented eco-sustainable practices aligned with the Planet21 program. It offers a blend of modern comfort and traditional Sicilian hospitality, making it a reference point for both leisure and business travelers.
Location
The hotel is conveniently located just outside Palermo's restricted traffic zone, 1 miles from Palermo Central Station and 21.5 miles from Falcone-Borsellino Airport. It is within walking distance to major historical and archaeological sites, such as the Cattedrale di Palermo and the Norman Palace. The surrounding area features popular shopping districts, making it an excellent choice for both tourists and business visitors.
Rooms
The hotel features a total of 85 elegantly furnished rooms, including 56 double rooms and a junior suite with a private balcony and hydromassage tub. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as free high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, LCD TV, safe, and minibar. Rooms are designed to provide comfort for both short stays and extended visits, accommodating single travelers as well as families.
Eat & Drink
The on-site restaurant serves a variety of local and national dishes, highlighting the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Breakfast features a continental buffet with fresh pastries, cheeses, and cured meats. Lunch and dinner are offered à la carte, with a focus on simple, homemade dishes that utilize regional ingredients. The Cristal Bistrot Lounge Bar has an outdoor area for guests to enjoy cocktails and Sicilian appetizers during the warm months.
Leisure & Business
Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal provides several well-equipped meeting rooms suitable for various events. Each room includes high-speed Wi-Fi, audio-visual equipment, and is accessible for disabled guests. For leisure, guests can rent bicycles and scooters nearby, promoting sustainable travel within the city. A partner garage is available a few meters from the hotel to accommodate guests' parking needs.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Archery
- Aerobics
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was perfect for visiting Palermo with everything in walking distance, but the noisy room lacking natural light and in need of renovation brought some discomfort. The friendly and helpful staff added a positive note to the experience, despite the room service needing some proactive improvement.
The hotel is conveniently located, close to shopping centers, restaurants, and supermarkets, making it perfect for those who want easy access to city attractions. The rooms, while a bit tight on space, provide the essentials like free bottled water and tea-making facilities, although the lack of natural light can be off-putting. The service could be more attentive, especially during late hours, but the staff offers a range of helpful amenities like room service and tour assistance. Dining options are decent but not outstanding, with a mix of hot and cold selections. The facilities, while not exceptional, meet basic needs for a comfortable stay.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of ups and downs. The rooms had an oldish feel with water stains on the lamps, but they turned out to be surprisingly spacious and quiet despite overlooking Via Roma. The service was a bit lacking compared to the reception staff who were always kind and helpful. The location was excellent for shopping but noisy due to being on the busy Via Roma. The dining experience was good overall, although it lacked a bit of the Southern Italian touch I expected. The facilities offered were decent and satisfactory.
The hotel rooms were a good size and clean, equipped with essential amenities like free bottled water on the first night and a kettle for making tea. However, the noise from the busy road outside, even with windows closed, was quite bothersome. Some updating of the rooms would be beneficial.
The hotel rooms have everything you need, are modern and super, super clean with lots of nice towels, even facing Via Roma. However, they lack natural light. The service was super friendly and helpful but let down by drab furnishings. The location on Via Roma, though noisy, was okay for city walking and eating in the evening, in line with expectations for the chain hotel. The dining experience was very good, nice and delicious, starting from 8.30 am. The facilities meet expectations but lack in some areas typical of a southern Italian hotel.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is top-notch with friendly staff, but there were some maintenance issues and noise disturbances. The hotel is centrally located, which is convenient, but the noise from terrace cleaning was bothersome. The rooms were ready and had a strange noise on the 10th floor, with only 2 rooms at that level. The value for money was reasonable despite the noise inconvenience.