Title: Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City Apartment with kitchen, near Palermo Cathedral ## Photo gallery for Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City ![Outdoor dining - Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City (Palermo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976800/18976745/aa158c56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City (Palermo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976800/18976745/d0b04d74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City (Palermo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976800/18976745/9fdba775.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City (Palermo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976800/18976745/a289359c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City (Palermo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976800/18976745/5dc41d32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Palermo's historic center, this penthouse offers a serene escape with its bright and comfortable rooms. Take in the views from the flowered terrace or balconies, and enjoy amenities like air-conditioned bedrooms, a modern kitchen, and high-speed WiFi. The apartment's unique touches include beautifully crafted majolica by master Seminara. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £138 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City Very bright penthouse located in via Maqueda, in the heart of the historic center, a short distance from the most important architectural and cultural treasures of the city. The Teatro Massimo, stupendous Art Nouveau masterpiece, the Cathedral, pearl of Arab-Norman architecture in Sicily, and then San Giovanni degli Eremiti, Piazza Pretoria, La Martorana, Palazzo dei Normanni, the Archbishop's Museum, Porta Nuova, Piazza Marina: they are just some of the destinations can be reached in a few minutes of pleasant walking. Although it is favorably placed in a central context, near the famous popular market of Ballarò, via Roma and via Ruggiero VII, very popular shopping destinations in the city, the apartment benefits from the happy positioning on the top floor of a noble palace which makes it similar to a silent and relaxing oasis in which to pleasantly immerse yourself. Inside, in fact, you cannot help but appreciate the bright and comfortable rooms, the soft movement of the high wooden ceilings, the majolica specially made by master Seminara, the flowered terrace overlooking Via Maqueda and the balconies with splendid panoramic views of the city with its colorful roofs and the beautiful domes of its churches. The apartment was renovated at the same time as the entire building in 2020 and has been furnished with loving care to ensure the most pleasant and comfortable stay possible. Inside it consists of two beautiful air-conditioned bedrooms, well furnished with large beds and orthopedic mattresses. From a spacious and comfortable double living room with a large 49 inch television, overlooking the beautiful flowered terrace, attractive and well equipped with comfortable armchairs where you can rest and a table and chairs for eating outdoors. From a modern and independent kitchen with every accessory necessary for cooking, and from a bright and comfortable bathroom with window. A walk to the Ballaro' market, which is located just one hundred meters away from the apartment, is an enchanting event not to be missed: you will discover an itinerary of high artistic and cultural value, which leads from the Cathedral to the Teatro Massimo , flanking stalls of colorful and lively food products. Considered among the most authentic markets in the city in terms of gastronomic offer and product quality. Pleasant mix of voices, smells and colours, a corner of the city where time seems to have stopped. The area in which the apartment is located is well equipped with public transport services and is located a short distance from the bus stop coming from the airport, from the shuttles that carry out tourist tours of the most beautiful architectural attractions of the historic center and from the bus stop that takes you to the beautiful beach of Mondello. In the surrounding area there are numerous clothing and footwear shops, restaurants, pizzerias, trattorias, kiosks, wine bars, ice cream bars and pastry shops where you can taste the irresistible delicacies and extraordinary products of the renowned Sicilian Culinary Art, appreciated throughout the world for its its goodness and the richness of its flavours. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi Internet. Utilities, Wi-Fi internet, sheets, bath towels, included in the rental price. Transfer service from the airport to the apartment and vice versa available for a fee. Equipped kitchen: including oil, salt, sugar, coffee etc. The ancient building that houses the apartment, together with the apartment itself, has been recently renovated with the utmost attention to aesthetic and functional aspects, fully respecting the historical and architectural characteristics of the structure. A few steps from the building there are two other apartments of ours that can be booked, write to us for this specific request. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,184 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91010000/91006100/91006050/1506ad72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### T-home 2 | Stylish Apartment Palermo Center Politeama - Washing machine - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=91006050&PinnedHotelID=91006050&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101630000/101620400/101620348/e97a763d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large house near Central Station-Ballaró-Orto Botanico-Foro Italico-Porto. 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for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number IT082053C2XQTWR3AP ### 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.11171%2C13.36399&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zkAJj87MJc4qiOeOd0gu8XK2elI=) Palermo, Sicilia #### What's nearby - Via Maqueda \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Ballaro Market \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Via Roma \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Quattro Canti \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Via Vittorio Emanuele \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles #### Getting around - Palermo Central Station - 5 min walk - Giachery Station - 5 min drive - Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Ambasciatori - ‬5 min walk - ‪Seven Restaurant And Lounge Bar - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cafè Torino - ‬3 min walk - ‪Trattoria Pizzeria Enzo - ‬4 min walk - ‪Bar Maqueda - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City? ### How much is parking at Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City? ### Where is Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 35 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Travis F. 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Oasis We walked everywhere! Amazing location with walking access to all the major, and several minor, attractions. Massimo is a wonderful host, he picked us up at the airport and took the time to explain the appartment and walk through all the recommendations. ##### Travis F. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina R. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy apartment, fantastic host!! We enjoyed staying at this apartment very much. Massimiliano’s apartment was homely, comfortable and easy to be in. Air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, cosy lounge/dining area and balcony overlooking Via Maqueda meant we were near the heart of the historic centre of Palermo, with access to many important cultural sites.Massimiliano was very warm & kind, providing us with a fantastic list of excellent restaurants and key attractions to visit. Also if you are into art do not miss the remarkable Pinakotheka across the street!I would thoroughly recommend this lovely ‘stay’ to anyone considering a holiday in Palermo. ##### Gina R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael F. 30 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Palermo Central - Walk everywhere, no car needed Amazing property, centrally located to everything in the city center. Wonderful host who was easy to communicate with, and greated us upon arrival to do a walk through of the apartment. Will stay here again when we return to Palermo! ##### Michael F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen C. 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place, conveniently located Massimo, our host, was very helpful. Our ferry from Naples arrived early but Massimo was willing to get up early and meet us at the property, which was lovely and well-equipped. He gave us multiple suggestions about food and fun, and was overall a perfect host. ##### Stephen C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sheldon m. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular!! A beautiful apartment in the heart of Palermo. Spotless and fully equipped. Massimo was a wonderful host and handled our pick-up with grace and aplomb. Would love to go back ##### sheldon m. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### GILLIAN S. 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful penthouse apartment Massimo is a charming and helpful host, the apartment is just lovely, and very well equipped. The little terrace high above the pedestrian street is great for hanging out. The only possible caveat is the stairs to the fourth floor - but so worth the climb! We loved it and would definitely stay there again if we were going to Palermo! ##### GILLIAN S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graeme R. 29 Sept 2014 #### Great Appartment The apartment is in the middle of the old city and is ideal for exploring the local markets, restaurants and bars. It is 10 minutes from the train station, where buses to the local attractions and airport also run from. The apartment is very modern, spacious and well equipped and Masimo is extremely helpful. There are quite a lot of stairs but if you are reasonably fit it should be fine. ##### Graeme R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. 15 Jul 2018 #### Great location, highly recommend! Stayed 6 nights with my husband and 3 teens (age 10, 14 and 15) in June 2018\. Massimo’s greeting was exceptional, it felt like staying at a family’s friend. The flat was super clean and equipped with everything we needed. You have to be confortable with stairs however, sometimes after a day walking around the city it seemed like the four-five flights of stairs were higher and higher! We enjoyed the proximity to the Market, Via Makeda and main attractions. We even rented a car for a few days and enjoyed closeby local beaches that were a lot less crowded than Modello or Cefalu. Loved Palermo and Sicilia, and definitly recommend renting this place. ##### Julie B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise T. 29 Nov 2013 #### A JEWEL IN PALERMO My husband and I (with our 16 year old son), stayed in this wonderful apartment to celebrate my 50th birthday. Massimo was warm, charming and welcoming making us feel at home the minute we walked in the door. Communication was always excellent and this made our trip easy to organise. Massimo always replied to emails very promptly and was able to provide excellent advice when we were there. The apartment was light and airy, well equipped and very spacious, with new furniture and the beds were very comfortable. The terrace was lovely for eating outside and we had great temperatures for late October. The apartment is ideally placed for visiting Palermo with the virbant Ballarò market just round the corner. The station is 5 minutes walk (easy to catch a train to Cefalù and other nearby towns) and the Teatro Massimo is about 10 mins walk (lots of great restaurants nearby ). The neighbourhood is very safe with lots of interesting cheap jewellery shops, which I enjoyed browsing! Great value for money – probably the best in Palermo. We would highly recommend the apartment and plan to return next autumn/early winter to take advantage of mild temperatures. ##### Louise T. ### 6/10 Okay #### Nadia M. 14 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, communication #### Pour un long week end sans voiture L’appartement est bien placé dans un quartier assez populaire et à quelques minutes à pieds de toutes les jolies choses à voir à Palerme. Il est calme, fonctionnel, grand et avec tout le nécessaire pour passer un bon séjour. Nous avons été accueillis par le frère de Massimo qui nous a donné une carte et expliqué les choses à voir. Petit bémol pour le 4ème étage sans ascenseur et la surcharge pour avoir la clim indispensable en plein mois d’août. Nous avons été prévenus une semaine avant notre arrivée car pas explicite sur l’annonce donc pas trop le choix. Palerme se visite à pieds donc je conseille de ne pas être véhiculé car le logement, bien qu’il y ait un petit parking quasi gratuit à côté (un monsieur un peu insistant nous réclamait quand même tous les jours une pièce) , il faut prendre en compte qu’il se trouve sur une zone à trafic limité (appelé ZTL) et qu’il faut acheter chaque jour un pass pour pouvoir y circuler, ce qui a été une source de stress à gérer car nous n’avions pas l’info avant d’arriver. Nous espérons donc ne pas avoir été flashés le premier jour donc petit conseil : bien se renseigner avant. ##### Nadia M. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frédéric D. 4 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Emplacement idéal pour un séjour à Palerme Appartement très agréable, triple exposition, mignonne terrasse. Hôte prévenant et bonne communication avec lui. ##### Frédéric D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Roberto N., Toronto, Canada 8 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Lovely apartment, noisy neighbourhood The apartment is beautiful and spacious, as described. It is very close to the train station on the via Maqueda. Its location means that there is quite a bit of street noise. I specifically asked Massimo about this, and was assured that it wouldn't be a problem, as the bedrooms are at the back of the apartment. Both the person with whom I shared the apartment and I, however found that there was just as much street noise in the bedrooms as in the living room at the front of the apartment. We both had to sleep with the windows closed and with ear plugs. In addition, some kind of electrical unit sits on the side of the building right beside the living room wall; we could hear the hum of that machine all day and night. Despite these drawbacks, we did like the apartment which is spacious and centrally located. I just wish I had been told that in fact noise is an issue when I specifically inquired about it. ##### Roberto N. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie M. 8 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great apartment in great location This apartment is perfectly located in the middle of the old city, within a few minutes of all the major historical attractions. Massimo was an excellent host, it is well worth getting him to meet you as the main door to the building is not easy to find first time. The 99 steps to the flat door can be tiring, but they help to work off the great food that is all around. The whole apartment was spotlessly clean and well equipped. My only slight negative comment is that the air conditioning is available at an extra cost, which is not mentioned in the listing. We didn't need it but some people would want to know this before. ##### Katie M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Jun 2019 #### Perfect apartment in the heart of the city Dear Massimo, thank you very much for your great hospitality ! We enjoyed staying in your beautiful apartment very much. Perfect location, great views from the terrace. The apartment had everything we needed, loved the terrace. Can highly recommend! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David K., Canada 20 Sept 2018 #### Amazing property This condo is a special place in Palermo. Everything was just prefect, we were just 2 but more than enough space for 4 people. Just like the people before wrote a perfect patio to sit a sip some extremely good wine after a day of walking around. The location is easy walking to all the tourist spots. Massimilano was a great host and couldn’t do enough for us his suggestions for restaurants were tremendous. I would highly recommended this property 5 stars. David and Wendy K Edmonton, Alberta Canada ##### David K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Liesbeth S. 4 Sept 2018 #### Mooi appartement. Stijlvol appartement in het historische centrum. Mooi ingericht, prima bedden. We hebben een parasol of overkapping op het terras gemist. ##### Liesbeth S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly G. 6 Aug 2018 #### Wonderful stay with warm welcome! We loved our stay at this great property. Massimo’s brother met us and was extremely kind and helpful, offering us a cold drink and restaurant recommendations. The condo was beautiful and with great views. Would definitely stay again! ##### Kelly G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Spacious apartment with 2 large bedrooms, large living room and a wonderful terrace. After long, hot days we spent our evenings on that cool terrace with food and wine. Excellent location for visiting old Palermo and you can’t get a nicer or more helpful host than Massimo. Grazie mille! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pascal C. 1 Aug 2017 #### Magnifique appartement au coeur de la ville Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le logement de Massimiliano. Très bien situé au coeur de la ville, à côté du marché de Ballaro, non loin des ruelles animées descendant au port. Très beau logement, rénové avec soin ... et climatisé (vital en plein été !). Accueil sympathique de Massimiliano et son frère. On revient dès que possible pour découvrir un peu plus de cette ville superbe, attachante et qui vit ! ##### Pascal C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray N. 10 Jun 2017 #### Grazie Massimo Massimo's apartment was everything I hoped it would be. Centrally located in the historic area of Palermo and close to a large market just around the corner. The apartment had enough room for the four of us and the balcony was perfect for afternoon/evening wine and cheese. Also the train station was just a few minutes walk and trains are so easy. We went to Cefalu in only 50 minutes. Massimo was most helpful and had lots of information at his apartment more than any other of the five places we rented. There were lots of restaurants close by. I would highly recommend a stay here. Small caveat there are four flights of stairs up to the apartment so pack lightly although Massimo carried our bags for us...grazie mille Massimo you were a gracious host. We would definitely stay here again. Ray/Heather Neill ##### Ray N. Stayed 4 nights in May 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B. 12 Apr 2017 #### Comfortable apartment, great location, great host Had a great stay, Massimiliano was the perfect host, lovely apartment in the historic centre, major attractions accessible by foot, Ballaro market very close too, as is the main train station. Great views from the apartment (fourth/top floor so you get used to climbing a few stairs). Would definitely recommend. ##### John B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### dominique b., paris 4 Feb 2017 #### Magique ! Massimiliano est un homme charmant attentionné et très disponible. Son accueil est très chaleureux. L'appartement est situé en plein coeur de Palermo, facile à trouver et facile de se garer en face sur une place et gratuitement ! (Fin janvier). L'appartement est au dernier étage avec terrasse, avec plusieurs vues sur palermo, la cathédrale notamment. Cet appartement a été magnifiquement refait et aménagé, d'une main de maître architecte ! Massimiliano nous a donné d excellentes adresses. Palermo est une ville attirante, cosmopolite, riche et pauvre et accueillante. Merci beaucoup à Massimiliano. A proxima ! ##### dominique b. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pierre C., Montreal, Quebec, Canada 16 Dec 2016 #### Best place to stay in Palermo Found Francesco's appartement to be spacious, clean, well equipped and all around great. The location is absolutely superb, walking distance of 5 short minutes to a huge market with all the fresh fruits and vegetables, 10-15 minutes walking to the opera house or the Cathedral, etc. Car is definitely not necessary evnthough we had rented one wich we never used once. We thurely enjoyed our 7 days in Palermo. Can't say enough about Francesco, he was extremely helpful in guiding us to see the various spots in Palermo, restaurants, etc. He greeted us with a nice bottle of wine, helped with bringing our luggages up to the apartment and back to our car. We would strongly recommend this appartement. ##### Pierre C. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeffrey m. 23 Oct 2016 #### a well presented apartment in the heart of the city a very clean modern apartment in a perfect location. The owner, Massimiliano Pisano, was fantastic and couldn't be more helpful. Would highly recommend. ##### jeffrey m. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon B., Sussex 22 Apr 2016 #### Perfect break without a car We enjoyed 7 nights in this lovely restored apartment and we quickly felt at home. Massimo and his Wife were extremely friendly and helpful. We speak no Italian but managed all essential communication with them just fine. They arranged our transfers to and from the airport and helped us carry our luggage upstairs too. The apartment has lots of character and the photos you see are a true reflection of the accommodation on offer. The beds were so comfortable.The historic city and shopping facilities can be explored on foot thanks to the location of the apartment . If you want to cook at home there is a food market a couple of streets away and supermarkets close by. Massimo can recommend restaurants if you need. We used local buses to travel to Monreale and Mondello. We took a train to Cefalu. There are plenty of guide books in the apartment. We enjoyed a brilliant week. ##### Sharon B. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Grand Hotel Wagner](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Wagner.h1850105.Hotel-Information) > > [Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Palace-Catania-UNA-Esperienze.h1193988.Hotel-Information) > > [La Plage Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-La-Plage-Resort.h1723708.Hotel-Information) > > [Room of Andrea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trapani-Hotels-Room-Mate-Andrea-Palazzo-Platamone.h35313325.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Esperia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Esperia.h1144973.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Timeo.h889634.Hotel-Information) > > [Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Ortea-Palace-Luxury-Hotel.h17825841.Hotel-Information) > > [Baia Azzurra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Baia-Azzurra.h2737239.Hotel-Information) > > [Panoramic Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Panoramic-Hotel.h2593343.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-NH-Catania-Parco-Degli-Aragonesi.h906111.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Villa Politi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Politi.h1220650.Hotel-Information) > > [Mazzarò Sea Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Mazzaro-Sea-Palace-VRetreats.h983846.Hotel-Information) > > [Romano Palace Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Romano-Palace-Luxury-Hotel.h1105578.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Continental](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Continental.h1133655.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Paradiso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Paradiso.h1134809.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Ipanema](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Ipanema.h1248394.Hotel-Information) > > [Boutique BnB Dolcevita](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Boutique-BnB-Dolcevita.h45942500.Hotel-Information) > > [Taodomus Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Taodomus.h1687651.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Taormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Taormina.h2530371.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Politeama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Politeama.h1427364.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Joli](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Joli.h1178202.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Lido Mediterranee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Lido-Mediterranee.h526009.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel Palermo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Palermo-President.h1133768.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Bay - VRetreats](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Atlantis-Bay-VRetreats.h985060.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hotel Palermo Centro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Mercure-Hotel-Palermo-Centro.h1145743.Hotel-Information) > > [San Paolo Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-San-Paolo-Palace-Hotel.h45802.Hotel-Information) > > [San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-San-Domenico-Palace.h54173.Hotel-Information) > > [Itria Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ragusa-Hotels-Itria-Palace.h37893990.Hotel-Information) > > [Liberty Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Liberty-Hotel.h1068918.Hotel-Information) ---