Alberto is an exceptional host. My train didn't arrive in Palermo until after 11pm. Yet, he still greeted me at his apartment door with a big smile and invited me out for a drink with his friends. Alberto seems to be friends with the whole of Palermo. He gives you a map that he made himself and is always checking in throughout your stay to see if he can help you in any way.
The apartment is very well located, an easy 10 minute walk to the central train station. On a small side street that is steps from 2 main streets. It is also very clean. The room is large and the bed comfortable.