Close to Cefalu Beach, Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1023 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily
A spacious holiday apartment of 95 m2 located in the historic heart of the city classified World Heritage UNESCO, almost pedestrian zone. The sea is 3 minutes walk, and the street is quiet, close to the busy streets and the Lungomare (the seaside). Cefalù is, in the opinion of all travelers, a dream destination because we find all the pleasures, whether as a couple, family or friends. From Cefalù we visit the whole of Sicily. The Aeolian Islands are right in front!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Old Town Cefalù, a neighbourhood in Cefalù, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cefalu Beach and Porticciolo dei pescatori, while Museo Mandralisca and Civic Museum Castelbuono are cultural highlights. Ceramiche Sireci and Acqua Verde are also worth visiting. Visit our Cefalù travel guide
Is Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily located?
Located in Old Town Cefalù, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Church of Purgatory and Cefalu Beach. Osteria Magno and Lavatoio Medievale are just steps away. Cefalù Station is 9 minutes by foot.
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Historic Center & Sea in Cefalù—The Pearl of Sicily Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This place was our favourite stay during our whole favourite. Great location to the train station, the beach, and all the restaurants. The property is clean and so adorable. The hosts were incredible. We wish we had more time here because the place was so amazing. If we ever return the Cefalu we know where we will be staying.
The apartment was fantastic. Literally steps from many many restaurants, shops and most important gelato. Mirella that let us into the apartment and showed us around was wonderful. The little balcony was great to sit out on at night and people watch. Would definitely stay here again.
We had the best time at this apartment, it's in the best location in the heart of Cefalu with a beautiful backdrop, a great restaurant just up the way and a balcony overlooking everything. Everything was spacious and clean and we had great communication - really enjoyed our stay!
During 8 weeks touring Italy as a family of 4 (2 children), this was our favourite accommodation by far. Very clean second story flat with more than enough room for us. The place has lots of character and was fully equipped with everything we needed for a lengthy stay. Lots of beach toys and furniture included. Minutes walk to the beach and great shops all within the historic centre. Great value. Great communication from the host as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Joyana W.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The location is great and the price is reasonable. We had a difficult stay at this location as the power was out the whole time. It was very hot, dark, and we were unable to charge our phones. The most frustrating part was that it took a couple days for the owner to take our concerns seriously. She kept referencing the electrical box, which we told her we knew how to flip the switch back and forth but that it was the whole street that was out of power. At one point she said “I cross the fingers” when I told her that the power off was a city problem and we had no idea when it would come back on. She did eventually refund the nights to us, which we appreciated, although we still paid the cleaning fee and taxes. It was a very stressful situation, but hopefully it was a one off and future guests won’t have problems. It does seem like the power in general is very touchy, so I wouldn’t recommend to anyone who is planning to work remotely. The house was not very clean, as the water kettle was extremely dirty (see attached). Overall we hope that this situation was not the norm and future guests have a better situation, but we did have to leave early and find alternative housing.
Sabina was lovely. She showed us around and helped us park our car. The place was spacious, the kitchen had salt,oil, etc and there was bread and pizza on the counter for us. There were some beach toys for the kids. It had everything we needed
Location is excellent, right near the center, beach & shopping. The apartment is spacious but a bit outdated, but location makes up for it. Parking is very close. We loved the balcony! The shower could be improved but it did the job. Our host was great, as well her neighbor, Marella who checked us in. There were beach towels & an umbrella to use at the beach (along with beach toys for the kids) which was very convenient.
The apartment was very nice. At every moment I felt we were at home.
Excellent location. Close to the beach and restaurants Fully equipped for all your cooking needs as well.
Easy access and introduction to the property.
Would return for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jill M.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Location location!
First, being unfamiliar with Cefalu we had no idea we couldn't get our car near the apt. Then a short walk to the parking garage was like 15 mins in the immense heat where we had to pay 50 euros for 3 days parking. I just feel that many things weren't clearly explained. Even about the parking.. very confusing. The internet was awful. Even with a plan included for access everywhere. My phones worked everywhere except in this apt. For us that's misinformation. We can't be the only ones who experienced this. But the owner did try her best to help .. she was very helpful, even with the few problems. only ines to exp
need to be explained more clearly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Angela D.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cefalù stay
I rented an apartment in Cefalù via Vrbo for 5 weeks. the host was very responsive to all my messages but she was not local. When I entered the apartment it smelled like mildew, the place had not been aired out. The kitchen was dirty, greasy on the hood of the ancient stove. I washed all the dishes and utensils because they smelled and the handles of the cabinets were sticky. It was advertised as a three bedroom apartment but the third -so-called- bedroom was nothing but a small storage space. The main bathroom was okay but water pressure is very low. The second bathroom off the main bedroom is so old, you can barely see yourself in the mirror. I killed two cockroaches in that bathroom and there were also ants in the balcony of the kitchen. The place has great potential but needs a very major remodeling job. The host was very responsive to all my messages, unfortunately she’s not local and had to rely on the cleaning lady -with an attitude- for issues that came up. I would not rent this place anymore.
Super appartement en plein centre historique, spacieux, fonctionnel et à moins de 5’ à pied de la mer. Rue très tranquille. Merci également à Sabina pour sa disponibilité et sa gentillesse!
Appartement situé en plein cœur de la vieille ville
Très bien équipé
Calme
Tout se fait à pied
Parking non loin
Communication au top avec des conseils pour les visites et restaurants
Je recommande
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Matilde Elena R.
26 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Posizione centrale
Posizione della casa ottima, buon rapporto qualità prezzo. Due bagni e due condizionatori fondamentali. Avrebbe bisogno di alcune migliorie. Lavatrice e lavastoviglie molto comode.
Check-in purtroppo poco cortese ma per il resto è andato tutto benissimo.
We love cefalu and this property is located in an excellent location right in the heart of the old town. The property was comfortable. It’s a bit of a mix of old and new. The layout is a little unusual but it was workable and would stay again. There could do with a little more cupboard space in the kitchen as the owners items are kept in the apartment! It was overall a great stay could just do with being modernised a little bit didn’t effect the functionality of the property. Thank you to Sabrina who was very helpful and efficient also to Mary who showed us around and helped us find a free parking spot.