I don't know where to start when telling of our experience at Antonino's place. from the time we saw the pictures and my little girl fell in love with it to the smooth and easy stay we had up till the point we left Palermo.

As a family of 5, the youngest baby was expected to sleep with us on the main bed (as we previously agreed), yet when we arrived, we discovered there was an extra baby pen prepared for him that made our stay super extra comfortable especially at night. It was very clean, spacious and filled with delicate and authentic wooden furniture that took us into another era. It was a place to visit by itself in Palermo! my favorite was the 3-layered windows (door, window, and shutters), and we couldn't get enough of the balcony and the interesting background the people supported on the streets below. the adjunct rooms were fun since kids were able to talk with us directly before sleeping and the kitchen had all the tools and equipments we needed to make a simple daily meal. It was truly an Italian (in and out) appartment in a residential area that is very close to the markets and city center.

Antonino and his lovely wife were right in front of the bus when it opened its doors. It was a lovely surprise to have them come to greet us and take us on a tour around the city, before we arrived to the place (we checked in 4 hours before time). we were given tips and advice of places to go to on special days or during the night, ideas on walking tours (that was detailed in a little binder at home, along with suggested restaurants and maps). Arriving to the place, they were generous with information and tips on things related to the apartment and the city and had some food and delicacies to head start our Palermitan experience. Very organized and thorough. we were impressed. when we checked out, we left our bags few extra hours since we had the day to spend before heading back to Roma on the Night Train. We returned home to find Antonino waiting for us. He drove us to the station to leave our bags there and then drove us again to the Foccaciria di San Francesco where we were heading to eat dinner. Antonino, we cannot thank you enough for all the effort and diligence you have put into making our stay a truly unique one. Thank you a million times and I hope everyone visiting Palermo realizes what a gem your place is. Cheers