Ermanno's place is truly a five star joint in every aspect. The whole apartment is beautiful with very nice touches as far as amenities go. Anything you might need during a vacation is there - books, umbrellas, bread maker, etc. Ermanno is a fantastic host and his recommendations on what to see and, more importantly, what to eat in Palermo are top notch. The apartment is on the top floor, so there are quite a few steps, but it is worth it for the terrace and balconies.