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Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 770 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Palermo, Sicily
  • Quattro Canti
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Palermo Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Teatro Massimo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo

ACCOMMODATION

The apartment was renovated in 2016, the windows are thermal break with glazing to better soundproof the environment, the entrance door is armored. It consists of 3 bedrooms with air conditioning and LED TV, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen. Videophone, video surveillance and Wifi free.
It is delivered with towels and bed linen, with hairdryer, iron and drying rack. The kitchen is complete with various household appliances and also a washing machine.


GUEST ACCESS

The guest has the right to use the entire apartment to better enjoy his stay for work or holiday in complete relaxation and privacy.


A TOUR IN THE SURROUNDINGS

Being located at the Quattro Canti, in the historic center, within 300 meters are the most important monuments, churches, theaters, museums, squares, streets of the city (Palazzo dei Normanni, Cappella Palatina, the Martorana, the Cathedral, Casa Professa , Massimo and Politeama theater, Piazza Pretoria or Vergogna and much more). Close to the apartment there are also the popular historical markets of Ballarò, Vucciria and Capo, as well as the nightlife clubs of Palermo. In the area there are several places where you can taste the excellent Sicilian cuisine and the best Street Food. Adjacent are the stops of public transport to reach the different points of the city. It is just 10 minutes from the central train station. In the area there is possibility of parking either in the free street or private garages.


THE DISTRICT

The apartment is located in a historic building of the fifteenth century. (Palazzo Moncada), restored and renovated in 2014/2016, located at the Quattro Canti.
You are in the heart of Palermo, along the Arab-Norman UNESCO route, but you are also in the center between Piazza Massimo and Pretoria, between Piazza Marina and the Parliamentary, between the popular markets of Ballarò, Capo and Vucciria where the lively and intense Palermo movida.
From Casa Petra you can get lost among the noble Palaces of the neighborhood (Aliata, Conte Federico, Mirto etc.), between characteristic alleys of the historic center and among the Arab markets, testimony of the various and varied cultures that have followed one another in Palermo. You are just a few steps from the promenade and its promenade, in an area full of pretty artisan shops, in a place full of curiosity and mystery.
It will be easy to reach all the most interesting places without stress and without haste. Simply walking. You will feel enveloped by the scent of citrus fruits, cannoli and our street food renowned all over the world. You will not have time to get bored thanks to the intense day and night life that animates the whole city.
You will see and touch centuries of history that will materialize before your eyes in the form of walls, marbles, stucco and you will understand why Palermo will not be a simple destination for you.
The nicest place to return.

Property manager

FRANCO
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Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT082053C2AWRPA4DH

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palermo

Located in Palermo, this holiday home is in the city centre. Teatro Massimo and Politeama Garibaldi Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Via Roma and Ballaro Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Madonna Annunciate, or check out an event or a game at Renzo Barbera Stadium. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Palermo, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Quattro Canti - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Via Roma - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palermo Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Teatro Massimo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palermo Harbour - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Palermo Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Giachery Station - 17 min drive
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mastunicola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ciurma - Officina del Pesce - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Maqueda Bistrot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafè Latino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪I Cucci - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

Where is Casa Petra - Apartment in a historic building in the heart of Palermo located?

Located in the heart of Palermo, this family-friendly holiday home is steps away from Via Vittorio Emanuele and Quattro Canti. Via Roma and Palermo Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Palermo Central Station is 11 minutes by foot and Palermo Palazzo Reale-Orleans Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

STEPHEN W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic helpful hosts, great location, great apartment.

Located just a couple of minutes from Quattro Canti in the heart of Palermo. Franco and Maria are fantastic hosts. Franco met us and lead us to the parking garage that he had arranged for us, helped us with our bags and got us settled in. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Apartment & Location

The best communication by the manager. He even gave us his recommended places to see with our short time in Palermo, booked our transportation to and from the airport, and made us dinner reservations because of our very tight schedule. He went above and beyond. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retirement

It was a lovely apartment in the centre of old town. Everything was a quick walk. Franco was really nice and very helpful. We would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in paradise

Outstanding location! Franco and Maria were wonderful hosts. Franko even arranged a transfer from the airport for us. We travel in Europe frequently, staying in holiday homes, and we put this in the top three. Hope to return with our son and daughter-in-law.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The best aspect of the the stay was Franco and his lovely wife who helped us park, made sure the proper forms for parking were completed and paid. Franco was overall an excellent communicator and dependable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Right in the heart of the historic district! So close to many attractions. The apartment was clean and accommodating. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight in Palermo

We had a wonderful overnight stay. The host was very nice and we loved the apartment. The location was fantastic. We would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Melissa

It started long before our stay. The host went above and beyond for us. He reserved a safe place we could leave our car (which i highly recommend because parking is rough). He also booked us attwo wonderful restaurants. The apartment was just as described, wonderful. But what i didnt realize was the main area is literally like 15 steps from the apartment which was so convenient. I could go on and on. I would highly recommend this place to everyone i know traveling to Palermo!!! Thanks again for all of the added touches that made our vacation even better and less stressful. I wish every host was like you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thelma O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palermo week

Great host and great location .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alyssa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Petra! We appreciate them letting us check in early since our flight got in early in the day. The apartment is in a very busy area. It was a little loud at night, but we kept the windows closed and it didn't bother us. We had 4 adults and 2 teens and stayed for 2 nights. It was a little hard with there being only 1 shower, but it worked for us since it was a short stay. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. We loved the location and the fact we could walk everywhere. Would stay again! Thank you Franco!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan D., VANCOUVER

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We really enjoyed our stay - great location, nice apartment, and great communication from the host. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in the heart of Palermo

The property was exactly as pictured and it was clean and had everything we needed. Great location and excellent communication with the owner and housekeeper. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harold M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Atlanta to Italy

Great location in the middle of old historical city. Exceptional property with an extra touch of care from home and housekeeping staff. Our host arranged for timely transportation to and from airport that insure a stress free arrival and departure. Too many places to see and places to eat….
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charles M., Montgomery

Great Location

We had a wonderful time in Sicily. The apartment was great and Franco was very professional and helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

cheryl d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

Clean, modern, impeccable decor. Great amenities breakfast items, washing machine, hair dryer…. Franco and Maria wonderful hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything

We had a great stay. The apartment is very clean, comfortable beds, and plenty of room to accompany our family of 4. The location is close to main attractions, and many restaurants close by. Very easy to communicate with Franco regarding what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect time in Palermo!

My family of 5 had a great stay at Casa Petra. Clean, comfortable and convenient apartment. Walk right out front door and you are right in the historic district of the city. Location could not have been any better. We loved Palermo!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W., Leesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the heart of Palermo

This property is located in the heart of the main shopping and dining area. Short walk to Opera, churches and markets. The host help us from arrival to departure. Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z., Albany Wisconsin

great location!

Franco and his family met us and made arrangements for secure parking. The apartment is great! Clean, convenient with great amenities. Enjoy
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen R., Altrincham, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in central location

We had a lovely night in Palermo. Franco was helpful all the way through the process, even going out of his way to store our bags. We loved the centrality of the apartment and thought it was excellent value for money. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Historic Palermo

Franco and his son Flavio were amazing. They assisted in referrals for restaurants and were very attentive. Their new 1 bedroom studio looks amazing too. You will not need a car. Everything is walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., Belfast, Maine USA

Perfecto!

Fantastic location and spotlessly clean. We changed our arrival time 3 times due to airline delays and Franco and Igor very kindly adjusted their schedules to help us. Stay here and you are in the center of Palermo !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Malu W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and well located

This apartment is located right in the center of Palermo! It's very clean, nicely decorated with art, and worked well for our short stay. The AC was helpful in the heat wave! Our family of five had enough beds and communication with the host was terrific. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Location, Excellent Home, Great Hosts!

It is hard to say what we loved most about our stay. The apartment was clean and comfortable, the mattress was excellent (yay!), the communication and assistance from ouor hosts was absolutely above-and-beyond, and the location could not be better. You are literally steps away from the very best part of town. With all of that, I would say the excellent service provided by our hosts was our favorite thing. They were so helpful to us and made our first time to Palermo a breeze. Would absolutely recommend this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal.

I can not even begin to describe how amazing Franco was. This property is located only a few steps from the literal center of historic Palermo. Franco was incredible enough to coordinate a parking spot at the in city parking garage, the ZTL parking pass, and even meeting us at a location to guide us to where we parked; all of those things were incredibly helpful and we would have been lost without them. The property is exactly as described; extremely spacious, well appointed, and three nice bedrooms. The property is very clean. He even had four itineraries printed out of things to do for the day around the area. He had some lovely little breakfast items for us for the mornings of our stay. Franco checked on us throughout our stay and even took the initiative to help rectify an issue that had nothing to do with him or his property. He truly went above and beyond. He was more than a host to his property, he was a host to his country. We will absolutely stay with him again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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