This was a terrific place to stay. It had the conveniences and benefits of a modern flat (it was just renovated within the past year, I believe) but charmingly housed in an historic, centuries-old building. The place was immaculate, and very comfortable (especially the bed!)

And, the location -- a stone's throw from Quattro Canti (literally, if you walk the 20 steps to the main street) -- cannot be beat. It was our first time in Palermo, and I can't imagine a better location for getting a feel for the city and walking to everything (it's a very walkable city -- and this is pretty much in the center of it).

Ivan was a great host, answering all my questions even before I arrived. The only glitch we experienced, a problem we had signing into the WiFi, was resolved immediately.

[We actually stayed in a larger flat next door, for no extra fee, to accommodate some scheduling for the host. But we saw the original apartment (i.e., the one described here) and it was similarly appointed.]

Our friends were staying in a nearby 4-star hotel -- very luxurious -- and yet we much preferred our accommodations, not even considering that our booking was a fraction the price they paid.

You can't go wrong with this flat.