Title: Desirè Charming House Boat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 house boat # Desirè Charming House Boat Waterfront houseboat in Palermo with a marina ![Cabin, Multiple Beds, Sea View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37700000/37700000/37699942/bd73e9f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37700000/37700000/37699942/e37f3af5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37700000/37700000/37699942/6b69505f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37700000/37700000/37699942/0870abb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37700000/37700000/37699942/6197e5d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Teatro Massimo and Palermo Harbour, Desirè Charming House Boat provides a marina, a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire house boat 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Desirè Charming House Boat Waterfront houseboat in Palermo with a marina A marina and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this houseboat. Housekeeping is not available. This houseboat offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature down duvets. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Marina - Terrace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Guidebooks - Local maps - Luggage storage - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 2 units ## Similar properties ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41960000/41959600/41959537/4bf3d368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Location10 Politeama - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=41959537&PinnedHotelID=41959537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19760000/19757400/19757362/w697h570x63y0-571c1ae2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tersane IV Centro Storico - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 8.6 Excellent 19 reviews £118 includes taxes & fees 28 Nov - 29 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=19757362&PinnedHotelID=19757362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119100000/119095100/119095046/96a3ed66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villetta Ficarazzi by Wonderful Italy Ficarazzi - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=119095046&PinnedHotelID=119095046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119060000/119052200/119052192/43537334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Solemar Sicilia - Palazzo Tiglio Porticello - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=119052192&PinnedHotelID=119052192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111010000/111008500/111008444/cf4ac224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Piante Del Principe Apartments and Rooms Carini - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=111008444&PinnedHotelID=111008444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1570000/1568600/1568532/84d09127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palermo Mare Holidays Tommaso Natale - Sferracavallo - Kids pool - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 33 reviews £228 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=1568532&PinnedHotelID=1568532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night - Cleaning fee: EUR 30.0 per accommodation, per stay. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Desire Charming Palermo Desirè Charming House Boat Palermo Desirè Charming House Boat Houseboat Desirè Charming House Boat Houseboat Palermo ## 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%7C38.12318%2C13.36696&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xRZjShoC5qeWWbu4JVRUiyT15jA=) Via Filippo Patti, Palermo, PA, 90133 #### What's nearby - Palermo Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Via Vittorio Emanuele - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Via Roma - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Foro Italico - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Teatro Massimo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Imperatore Federico Station - 5 min drive - Palermo Central Station - 11 min drive - Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Morettino CoffeeLab - ‬5 min walk - ‪City Sea - ‬3 min walk - ‪Nautoscopio - ‬13 min walk - ‪A'Cala - ‬10 min walk - ‪Bruno Ribadi Club - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Desirè Charming House Boat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Desirè Charming House Boat? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Desirè Charming House Boat? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Desirè Charming House Boat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Desirè Charming House Boat provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Desirè Charming House Boat located? > Located in Politeama, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Molo Trapezoidale and Teatro Massimo. Palermo Harbour is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Giachery Station is 21 minutes by foot and Palermo Central Station is 22 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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