Maria and her family were very lovely people and couldn't do enough to help out. I'd especially like to thank them for helping me with my suitcase up the stairs as I had a bad back at the time, that was very sweet of them. The apartment is just as advertised and the location is outstanding, just a short walk from the main areas of Palermo and yet very peaceful at night. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending it to anyone wishing to stay there in the future. Having stayed in Palermo for about 2 months I really fell in love with the place the people were so friendly, there's a wonderful music scene and the food was amazing, the only problem for me was now I have to go on a serious diet.