A perfect location to stay in Monreale. Do not miss the cathedral — we almost did, as we kept coming home later than expected from day trips. Definitely make it your first priority. The mosaics are mind blowing!
We used the apartment as a base to visit Palermo, Segesta, Trapani and Erice. Having a private parking space was an incredible benefit in a place where it is almost impossible to park. Don’t be surprised by the two-way very narrow street (and don’t trust GPS to get you there. The street does a loop at the end, and if you take it, you’ve gone too far.) Thankfully, locals know how to manage the challenges of driving here. The bus into Palermo was easy to use and saved us the nightmare of driving in a city famous for its insane traffic.
The apartment was simple and spacious. The balcony with the view of Palermo, the sea and mountains was beautiful. We appreciated having a washing machine (though, warning, it is noisy) and a drying frame. Our laundry dried overnight in the hot and dry Sicilian air, much appreciated mid-trip.
There are lots of lovely cafes and restaurants, plus lots of community life in Monreale. Thank you, Paola, for all the recommendations.