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Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is AED 552
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City

Very bright penthouse located in via Maqueda, in the heart of the historic center, a short distance from the most important architectural and cultural treasures of the city.
The Teatro Massimo, stupendous Art Nouveau masterpiece, the Cathedral, pearl of Arab-Norman architecture in Sicily, and then San Giovanni degli Eremiti, Piazza Pretoria, La Martorana, Palazzo dei Normanni, the Archbishop's Museum, Porta Nuova, Piazza Marina: they are just some of the destinations can be reached in a few minutes of pleasant walking.
Although it is favorably placed in a central context, near the famous popular market of Ballarò, via Roma and via Ruggiero VII, very popular shopping destinations in the city, the apartment benefits from the happy positioning on the top floor of a noble palace which makes it similar to a silent and relaxing oasis in which to pleasantly immerse yourself.
Inside, in fact, you cannot help but appreciate the bright and comfortable rooms, the soft movement of the high wooden ceilings, the majolica specially made by master Seminara, the flowered terrace overlooking Via Maqueda and the balconies with splendid panoramic views of the city with its colorful roofs and the beautiful domes of its churches.
The apartment was renovated at the same time as the entire building in 2020 and has been furnished with loving care to ensure the most pleasant and comfortable stay possible.
Inside it consists of two beautiful air-conditioned bedrooms, well furnished with large beds and orthopedic mattresses.
From a spacious and comfortable double living room with a large 49 inch television, overlooking the beautiful flowered terrace, attractive and well equipped with comfortable armchairs where you can rest and a table and chairs for eating outdoors.
From a modern and independent kitchen with every accessory necessary for cooking, and from a bright and comfortable bathroom with window.
A walk to the Ballaro' market, which is located just one hundred meters away from the apartment, is an enchanting event not to be missed: you will discover an itinerary of high artistic and cultural value, which leads from the Cathedral to the Teatro Massimo , flanking stalls of colorful and lively food products.
Considered among the most authentic markets in the city in terms of gastronomic offer and product quality.
Pleasant mix of voices, smells and colours, a corner of the city where time seems to have stopped.
The area in which the apartment is located is well equipped with public transport services and is located a short distance from the bus stop coming from the airport, from the shuttles that carry out tourist tours of the most beautiful architectural attractions of the historic center and from the bus stop that takes you to the beautiful beach of Mondello.
In the surrounding area there are numerous clothing and footwear shops, restaurants, pizzerias, trattorias, kiosks, wine bars, ice cream bars and pastry shops where you can taste the irresistible delicacies and extraordinary products of the renowned Sicilian Culinary Art, appreciated throughout the world for its its goodness and the richness of its flavours.
All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi Internet.
Utilities, Wi-Fi internet, sheets, bath towels, included in the rental price.
Transfer service from the airport to the apartment and vice versa available for a fee.
Equipped kitchen: including oil, salt, sugar, coffee etc.
The ancient building that houses the apartment, together with the apartment itself, has been recently renovated with the utmost attention to aesthetic and functional aspects, fully respecting the historical and architectural characteristics of the structure.

A few steps from the building there are two other apartments of ours that can be booked, write to us for this specific request.

Property manager

Massimiliano Pisano

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1184 sq ft (110 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Apartment
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City Palermo
Bright Penthouse Terrace Via Maqueda Heart City

About the neighborhood

Map
Palermo, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Quattro Canti - 6 min walk
  • Via Vittorio Emanuele - 7 min walk
  • Palermo Cathedral - 12 min walk
  • Teatro Massimo - 14 min walk
  • Palermo Harbour - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Palermo Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Giachery Station - 5 min drive
  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gran Cafè Torino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zangaloro Meat Factory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bacio Nero - Stazione Centrale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Roma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Conti - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City located?

Located in Palermo Historical Center, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Via Maqueda and Via Vittorio Emanuele. Palermo Cathedral and Teatro Massimo are also within 15 minutes. Palermo Central Station is only a 5-minute walk and Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans Station is 14 minutes.

Bright Penthouse With Terrace On Via Maqueda, In The Heart Of The City Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Finbar P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place, conveniently located
Massimo, our host, was very helpful. Our ferry from Naples arrived early but Massimo was willing to get up early and meet us at the property, which was lovely and well-equipped. He gave us multiple suggestions about food and fun, and was overall a perfect host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Palermo Central - Walk everywhere, no car needed
Amazing property, centrally located to everything in the city center. Wonderful host who was easy to communicate with, and greated us upon arrival to do a walk through of the apartment. Will stay here again when we return to Palermo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Roberto N., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely apartment, noisy neighbourhood
The apartment is beautiful and spacious, as described. It is very close to the train station on the via Maqueda. Its location means that there is quite a bit of street noise. I specifically asked Massimo about this, and was assured that it wouldn't be a problem, as the bedrooms are at the back of the apartment. Both the person with whom I shared the apartment and I, however found that there was just as much street noise in the bedrooms as in the living room at the front of the apartment. We both had to sleep with the windows closed and with ear plugs. In addition, some kind of electrical unit sits on the side of the building right beside the living room wall; we could hear the hum of that machine all day and night. Despite these drawbacks, we did like the apartment which is spacious and centrally located. I just wish I had been told that in fact noise is an issue when I specifically inquired about it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment in great location
This apartment is perfectly located in the middle of the old city, within a few minutes of all the major historical attractions. Massimo was an excellent host, it is well worth getting him to meet you as the main door to the building is not easy to find first time. The 99 steps to the flat door can be tiring, but they help to work off the great food that is all around. The whole apartment was spotlessly clean and well equipped. My only slight negative comment is that the air conditioning is available at an extra cost, which is not mentioned in the listing. We didn't need it but some people would want to know this before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect apartment in the heart of the city
Dear Massimo, thank you very much for your great hospitality ! We enjoyed staying in your beautiful apartment very much. Perfect location, great views from the terrace. The apartment had everything we needed, loved the terrace. Can highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David K., Canada

Amazing property
This condo is a special place in Palermo. Everything was just prefect, we were just 2 but more than enough space for 4 people. Just like the people before wrote a perfect patio to sit a sip some extremely good wine after a day of walking around. The location is easy walking to all the tourist spots. Massimilano was a great host and couldn’t do enough for us his suggestions for restaurants were tremendous. I would highly recommended this property 5 stars. David and Wendy K Edmonton, Alberta Canada
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Wonderful stay with warm welcome!
We loved our stay at this great property. Massimo’s brother met us and was extremely kind and helpful, offering us a cold drink and restaurant recommendations. The condo was beautiful and with great views. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Great location, highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights with my husband and 3 teens (age 10, 14 and 15) in June 2018. Massimo’s greeting was exceptional, it felt like staying at a family’s friend. The flat was super clean and equipped with everything we needed. You have to be confortable with stairs however, sometimes after a day walking around the city it seemed like the four-five flights of stairs were higher and higher! We enjoyed the proximity to the Market, Via Makeda and main attractions. We even rented a car for a few days and enjoyed closeby local beaches that were a lot less crowded than Modello or Cefalu. Loved Palermo and Sicilia, and definitly recommend renting this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious apartment with 2 large bedrooms, large living room and a wonderful terrace. After long, hot days we spent our evenings on that cool terrace with food and wine. Excellent location for visiting old Palermo and you can’t get a nicer or more helpful host than Massimo. Grazie mille!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ray N.

Grazie Massimo
Massimo's apartment was everything I hoped it would be. Centrally located in the historic area of Palermo and close to a large market just around the corner. The apartment had enough room for the four of us and the balcony was perfect for afternoon/evening wine and cheese. Also the train station was just a few minutes walk and trains are so easy. We went to Cefalu in only 50 minutes. Massimo was most helpful and had lots of information at his apartment more than any other of the five places we rented. There were lots of restaurants close by. I would highly recommend a stay here. Small caveat there are four flights of stairs up to the apartment so pack lightly although Massimo carried our bags for us...grazie mille Massimo you were a gracious host. We would definitely stay here again. Ray/Heather Neill
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Comfortable apartment, great location, great host
Had a great stay, Massimiliano was the perfect host, lovely apartment in the historic centre, major attractions accessible by foot, Ballaro market very close too, as is the main train station. Great views from the apartment (fourth/top floor so you get used to climbing a few stairs). Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pierre C., Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Best place to stay in Palermo
Found Francesco's appartement to be spacious, clean, well equipped and all around great. The location is absolutely superb, walking distance of 5 short minutes to a huge market with all the fresh fruits and vegetables, 10-15 minutes walking to the opera house or the Cathedral, etc. Car is definitely not necessary evnthough we had rented one wich we never used once. We thurely enjoyed our 7 days in Palermo. Can't say enough about Francesco, he was extremely helpful in guiding us to see the various spots in Palermo, restaurants, etc. He greeted us with a nice bottle of wine, helped with bringing our luggages up to the apartment and back to our car. We would strongly recommend this appartement.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey m.

a well presented apartment in the heart of the city
a very clean modern apartment in a perfect location. The owner, Massimiliano Pisano, was fantastic and couldn't be more helpful. Would highly recommend.

6/10 Okay

Nadia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pour un long week end sans voiture
L’appartement est bien placé dans un quartier assez populaire et à quelques minutes à pieds de toutes les jolies choses à voir à Palerme. Il est calme, fonctionnel, grand et avec tout le nécessaire pour passer un bon séjour. Nous avons été accueillis par le frère de Massimo qui nous a donné une carte et expliqué les choses à voir. Petit bémol pour le 4ème étage sans ascenseur et la surcharge pour avoir la clim indispensable en plein mois d’août. Nous avons été prévenus une semaine avant notre arrivée car pas explicite sur l’annonce donc pas trop le choix. Palerme se visite à pieds donc je conseille de ne pas être véhiculé car le logement, bien qu’il y ait un petit parking quasi gratuit à côté (un monsieur un peu insistant nous réclamait quand même tous les jours une pièce) , il faut prendre en compte qu’il se trouve sur une zone à trafic limité (appelé ZTL) et qu’il faut acheter chaque jour un pass pour pouvoir y circuler, ce qui a été une source de stress à gérer car nous n’avions pas l’info avant d’arriver. Nous espérons donc ne pas avoir été flashés le premier jour donc petit conseil : bien se renseigner avant.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emplacement idéal pour un séjour à Palerme
Appartement très agréable, triple exposition, mignonne terrasse. Hôte prévenant et bonne communication avec lui.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Liesbeth S.

Mooi appartement.
Stijlvol appartement in het historische centrum. Mooi ingericht, prima bedden. We hebben een parasol of overkapping op het terras gemist.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pascal C.

Magnifique appartement au coeur de la ville
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le logement de Massimiliano. Très bien situé au coeur de la ville, à côté du marché de Ballaro, non loin des ruelles animées descendant au port. Très beau logement, rénové avec soin ... et climatisé (vital en plein été !). Accueil sympathique de Massimiliano et son frère. On revient dès que possible pour découvrir un peu plus de cette ville superbe, attachante et qui vit !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

dominique b., paris

Magique !
Massimiliano est un homme charmant attentionné et très disponible. Son accueil est très chaleureux. L'appartement est situé en plein coeur de Palermo, facile à trouver et facile de se garer en face sur une place et gratuitement ! (Fin janvier).  L'appartement est au dernier étage avec terrasse, avec plusieurs vues sur palermo, la cathédrale notamment. Cet appartement a  été magnifiquement refait et aménagé, d'une main de maître architecte ! Massimiliano nous a donné d excellentes adresses. Palermo est une ville attirante, cosmopolite, riche et pauvre et accueillante. Merci beaucoup à Massimiliano. A proxima !