Rocco Forte Villa Igiea, Palermo
About the Hotel
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea - A 5-star Art Nouveau palazzo with seaside gardens, Sicilian cuisine, and Irene Forte Spa
This 5-star hotel occupies a 19th-century palazzo featuring tiered gardens that extend to the port and Tyrrhenian Sea. Accommodations include sea view rooms, suites with terraces, and family suites sleeping up to five adults, all equipped with minibars, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Rocco Forte Villa Igiea houses Florio restaurant serving Sicilian cuisine by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini, Alicetta bistro with grilled seafood and meats, and Igiea Terrazza Bar offering afternoon tea. The property contains Irene Forte Spa with five treatment rooms offering volcanic stone massages and Endosphères body treatments, a Technogym-equipped fitness studio, and a conference center. Located 3 miles from Palermo Central, the hotel provides proximity to Norman Palace (2.5 miles) and Cattedrale di Palermo (3.3 miles). Guests can enjoy lighter bites from the Light Menu by Fulvio Pierangelini at Armony bar.
Pros
The property features tiered gardens extending to the Tyrrhenian Sea
Contains Irene Forte Spa with five treatment rooms and advanced body therapies
Multiple dining venues including Florio restaurant by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini
Family suites accommodate up to five adults with sea views
Conference center facilities for formal gatherings and events
Cons
The 19th-century palazzo architecture may present accessibility challenges
Located 21.5 miles from Falcone-Borsellino Airport requiring transfer arrangements
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Yoga class
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Public Bath
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a mix of wonderful views and spacious rooms, with clean accommodations and beautiful hotel grounds, though some areas are showing signs of age. The staff are competent and friendly. The location, while not ideal for its distance from Palermo city center, boasts lovely surroundings with waterfront views. The dining options are varied and reasonably priced, set in a pleasant garden, although some dishes may be disappointing. Overall, it's a charming hotel with areas that shine and some room for improvement.
My stay at the hotel was a delightful experience overall. The rooms were spacious and luxurious, offering a great view of the harbor, exactly what I would expect from a top-tier facility. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to cater to every need. The location, nestled at the foot of Monte Pellegrino overlooking the bay, was simply superb. The dining experience was pleasant, with ample healthy choices and a great view. However, some areas felt a bit underdeveloped, and the district lacked nearby facilities.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable with a lovely terrace offering a beautiful sea view, but the service was somewhat lacking due to outdated equipment. The location, although surrounded by elegant gardens, was a bit shabby with rubbish around, yet provided easy access to great local dining options. The dining experience, while delicious and varied, seemed overpriced. Overall, it was a comfortable stay despite some shortcomings.
The hotel is right by the seaside, surrounded by lush gardens and inviting fountains, offering gorgeous views and a nice pool. The rooms, though shabby and tired as expected during the closing period, were consistently clean. The service, especially from Rosanna, was prompt and attentive. The dining experience, set on a beautiful terrace with delicious meals, was excellent.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was superb, overlooking the harbor and with a relaxing garden setting, providing an oasis of calm in the middle of the city. However, the rooms were a bit of a letdown with a musty smell and in need of renovation. The service, on the other hand, was exceptional, with friendly staff like Edoardo and Vito going above and beyond to assist. The dining experience offered a lovely terrace view, though the food selection could be improved.
Staying at the hotel was an amazing experience with luxurious and spacious rooms offering stunning views, though inconveniences like no electricity for a night were a downside. The location overlooking the sea and gardens was beautiful, but its inconvenience for city trips was a drawback. Dining was sumptuous, providing a taste of the old times, but overall lacking in quality.
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a huge terrace providing views of the park and harbor, although they were slightly worn due to the upcoming closure. The service was exceptional, especially Rosanna from the servicing staff, although printing out an invoice was a challenge. The location overlooking the marina and sea was stunning, despite occasional sewage odors. The dining experience was top-notch, with a great selection of international and local cuisine. Overall, a mix of great features and minor drawbacks.