Francesco's penthouse is fantastic: very spacious, very clean and comfortable, air-conditioned and quiet, 10 minutes from the gorgeous beach. Francesco's house is near the best part of the beach, which is a public part so you don't have to pay for sunbeds. It's also next to the best place on the strand for lunch (El Chiosco). The views from the huge terrace of the penthouse are beautiful. Best in Mondello! The beach is amazing: fine, golden sand and warm, turquoise sea. Swimming was awesome. The bus stop to Palermo is also near the penthouse, and we went there 3 times for dinner and promenading (the town is very convivial at night: hopping!) Francesco was the perfect host; excellent at communicating and facilitating everything, from travelling from the airport to handing over the keys, giving us information about the island, Mondello and Palermo. Best experience I've had so far on Airbnb. I'd say best place to stay in Mondello.