I would thoroughly recommend this place to anyone visiting Palermo. A great location just a couple of mins walk from the sea front and harbour and 10 mins to the centre. The area is very authentically Sicilian, set amongst narrow crumbling streets and next to a beautiful old church and square.
The apartment was clean with all the necessary amenities and a nice little terrace despite the lack of view. We enjoyed sitting out on the balcony soaking up the atmosphere from the street in the evenings.
Ruggero was a great host, he picked us up from the station and took the time, even though it was late, to show us the city on a map and recommend some great places to visit and eat.
P.s I must also make a special mention to the street food place Franco Vasttiddaru round the corner.