Arimatea Accommodations

Gentillesse de l’hôte,situation extra

Everything was absolutely perfect ! Thank you !

Fruit, coffee, tea and some packaged biscuits were provided for breakfast, but we opted to go out. The host was great, very attentive and sent us great suggestions of places to visit and where to east. Love the extensive art displays all over the house!

The space is eclectic and nice, but I did not expect the bathroom and kitchen to be a shared -- which didn't matter as there was no one else there, but it would have not been as good if there had been. The stairs are a bit unerving as the first few steps are glass that creaks when you step on them, and we had two heavy suitcases but there is nowhere to leave them downstairs. The road is NOT really a road, but a pedestrian alley which starts with four or five steps from the main thoroughfare, making it not great if you have luggage. To catch a taxi you have to walk a few blocks, since the main street is not technically pedestrian but there are SO MANY people that it's hard to get there by car (yet our taxi driver did do it on the way in). We could see the rats just outside the window, which was pretty gross, but... big old city and a construction site outside the bedroom window.

Fantastic location in the historic centre with only a short walk from the closest taxi drop off point. Small but comfortable room with a private bathroom. The window opens onto a courtyard, so we were able to have plenty of fresh air at night. Our host Beppe was extremely helpful. He arranged a driver to collect us at the airport (cost similar to standard taxi), recommended local restaurants which were excellent and was always available to answer any of our questions.

Beppe is an excellent host! He was so friendly and gave excellent recommendations for restaurants in Palermo. He even left some fresh fruits and cookies for us when we arrived. The room is small but charming with beautiful decorations and the bed is comfortable. The location is excellent, just a couple minutes walk from Quattro Canti, the Palermo Cathedral, Norman Palace, and Ballaro market, but it's down a very quiet pedestrian side street away from the crowds. I'd recommend this guesthouse and would love to stay here again next time I visit!

Beppe is a great host and for me it was the best option in central Palermo. There was no need for taxis or public transport. Following Beppe's good information, I took the bus in from the airport and could easily walk from via Roma where I was dropped off, even though I had a big suitcase. Likewise, when I left by bus I could walk to the station. Sadly there was an unforecast downpour. Although it is the very heart of Palermo, very near Quattro Canti, it is in a narrow alley and thus both peaceful and beautiful. Hard to believe but true! There are two rooms. Luckily I was in the one with the beautiful view in the photo. The other one does not have a nice view, although if you end up there, you can still enjoy the view from the kitchen/lounge area.

The apartment was wonderfully located and convenient. Despite being close to the Via Vito Emmanuele, it was quiet and comfortable. The balcony is great for a glass of wine! I would recommend renting with another couple as you can have a great time together but also enough space to do things apart.

No complaints at all. Beppe is a wonderful host and very attentive - so no complaints there at all!