There are good airbnbs,there are great airbnbs and then there is Anna Elisabetta’s apartment. Situated on the first floor of an eighteenth century building, it welcomes you with marble and antique tile floors and fifteen foot ceilings. The furnishing are in harmony with the building. The walls are covered with paintings and prints, ranging from Old Masters to contemporary works of art. It gave me great pleasure to look at them. Everyone is impressed by the grand piano in the living room, and it lends a touch of elegance. The bathroom and kitchen are modern and fully equipped. The apartment is located on a busy and famous market street. We took great pleasure standing on the balcony and watching life unfold. Yes, it’s noisy, but it’s a good noisy, it reflects the exuberance and energy of Sicilian life. In the morning go down, open the front door and turn right. Voila. A little cafe where you can buy your cappuccino and pastry. How cool is that. In an airbnb, if you want bland and utilitarian, you can get it easily. If you are in Palermo to experience Sicilian life, this is as good as it gets.
There could be no better host than Anna Elsabetta. She replied promptly and helpfully, to our requests. There was a taxi waiting for us at the ferry and another to take us to the train station. She gave us advice .about the best beach and several other things.
In all ways, staying in Anna Elisabetta’s apartment was an exceptional experience.