What a fantastic experience! We asked to be hosted on a very short notice, and Massimiliano was quick in responding and made us feel very welcome (with the help of his brother). The apartment was stocked with all that was required for a house to become a home, pasta, eggs, coffee, tea, sugar and even a bottle of wine. Maps and guide books of Sicily / Palermo were also included, it made planning parts of the day a whole lot easier. Yes there are a few flights of stairs to tackle but not exhausting, it makes reaching the top feel like an achievement at times! The internet was fast, shower was powerful and the balcony is perfect for a morning cup of tea / coffee. The location was ideal as it allowed us to explore and see different parts of Palermo whilst only a short (10 - 15 min) walk into the main centre. Massimiliano was kind enough to help us with the bags on the final day and sent us off with a beaming smile. Recommended :)