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

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 770 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Palermo, Sicily
  • Place, Quattro Canti
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Vittorio Emanuele
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Roma
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Via Vittorio Emanuele. Features include free self parking and laundry facilities. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and limo or town car service
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Via Vittorio Emanuele and Quattro Canti
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and limo service. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
The hours at this property's front desk vary. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. The check-out time is flexible. To make arrangements, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT082053C2AWRPA4DH

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. Our host was very responsive and informative. The location was decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment. Franco was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jelena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa Petra is truly a perfect place to stay! Cleanliness is a solid 10/10 – the apartment is spotless, very well maintained, and extremely comfortable. The location is excellent, close to everything, yet quiet enough for a relaxing stay.A special mention goes to Franco, one of the best hosts we’ve ever had. He is incredibly kind, welcoming, and always ready to help, with great local recommendations and excellent communication. From the very first moment, we felt truly welcome.Highly recommended to anyone visiting Palermo – we would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment is amazing just metres from the Quattro Canti and great restaurants. The apartment is immaculate, three bedrooms and room to spread out. The host’s communications and prior to our arrival was fantastic and met us to guide us and the car into the apartment. I can’t speak highly enough of this apartment- probably the best I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Middle of Palermo

Right in the middle of the historic district of Palermo. The apartment was perfect for touring the entire area. Everything was setup for our entire family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Perfect lovation!

We couldn't have been happier with our stay! Communication from the point of making the reservation all the way through our stay and after was outstanding. The property was in an amazing location close to everything! it was clean and well appointed. Franco helped guide us through some hiccups with our luggage not making it on our connecting flight. He truly went above and beyond...we look forward to a return visit to Palermo soon!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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