We've been in Italy many times but only 3 or 4 in Sicily and never in Palermo. This place (the “Purple” suite) is perfect. It’s well lived-in – rather like Palermo itself(!) and covered in fascinating art and photos from the owner. The bedroom is huge and the A.C. works well. Nice small living room, fully equipped kitchen and complete bathroom. The terrace is a treasure. The suite is on the top floor of a 4 storey building looking down into the Piazza of a church. Its central position in the ancient part of the city makes getting around so easy. And access to fine raw food (we're cooks) is unbeatable as the Capo Market is right at the foot of the stairs. Keep in mind that there are 74 stairs but we found those to be no problem, even if you have to take them in a couple of stages. The on-site guy, Mokbul, (he lives in a suite in the building) was terrific to deal with - unobtrusive but available at the drop of the hat. We’ll be back.