This is a rare penthouse opportunity for well traveled Sicilians, Italians, or other Europeans seeking an authentic old town borgo stay in Palermo, less than 150 yards from Teatro Massimo. It is near Sant' Onofrio parking and the street becomes a 20 block market all night and some of the day.
This place is not suitable for Americans that are not familiar with REAL Sicily.
This place is not suitable for elderly or children or anyone with back or mobility problems as it is a penthouse up 4 flights of very steep marble steps and in the far left corner of a courtyard that has multiple other residences, bicycles, Vespas, restaurant storage rooms, dim lighting and uneven paths, which is part of the charm. Once inside, there are 3-4 more sets of stairs to access bedrooms and terraces.
There is NO AIR CONDITIONING. I would not recommend summer stays.
We chose this penthouse for proximity to Teatro Massimo to attend A Midsummer's night dream, and
To be close to our family in Palermo. After the strain of carrying 8 pieces of luggage up for our last 2 nights of a 20 day trip of 4 persons around Sicily, we were thrilled with the unique design elements and multiple terraces. One bathroom is freshly modern updated and a joy after all the typical small box showers of other accommodations.
Kitchen is great but no beverages or coffee or spices are provided.
Terraces are gorgeous and relaxing for riposo and wine and breezy. Beds were comfortable. There is one king in master, then the other room has a queen. The third bedroom is up steps but adjoined to this room with little ventilation and is a double. Cute set up. There are long built in couches in living room for additional guests.
Wifi is great!
This place is good for those hosting a party, art show, or post Opera gathering. Had we not had a 7 am flight to Rome the next morning, we would have had all of our family over after the opera.
This is a positive review of the most authentic stay in Palermo for repeat travelers or Sicilians looking for a rental for multiple friends to celebrate.