Ambrosia - Timeless Hosting

We just returned from our stay in Sicily. We spent 2 nights in Palermo at Santuzza. What a beautiful and interesting property. The owner, Giovanni and his wife did a magnificent job in renovating an ancient property. In doing so, they left many of the original wall structures and frescoes. The updated bathrooms are fantastic. The location can't be beat with the Palermo Cathedral just yards away. Breakfast was delicious and we found the entire staff to be super friendly. We hope to return to Palermo and will certainly return to this most charming property.

What a wonderful place to stay. Stepping off the street through a non-descript door you enter an exquisitely renovated boutique B&B that has retained original stone walls, beautifully painted ceilings and an ancient staircase. This all contrasts with contemporary glass and metal finishes that somehow compliment each other to create a fusion of new and old. The rooms are of a reasonable size and spotlessly clean. The bathroom has modern fittings and is very comfortable. Breakfast is served downstairs. It is simple, but delicious and Giovanni ensures you have everything you need and personally makes your coffee. The location is superb - a few metres from the cathedral and a 5 minute walk to Quattro Canti. It is walking distance to everything you will want to see in Palermo and yet in a very quiet spot- an oasis away from the busy streets. Just be aware that there is a transparent glass wall between the bedroom and the bathroom, which some guests may not like. Other than that, this is where we will stay again should we go back to Palermo.

Santuzza Maison de Charme is a drop dead gorgeous restoration of an old building. Every detail is perfectly designed and every inch is beautiful. It is a pleasure just to enter the space. The location, right near the Cathedral, is central and convenient to everything in the historic center yet quiet and peaceful. Our host was helpful and kind. His restaurant recommendation turned out to be the best food we had in Italy. The airport shuttle he arranged was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.

Giovanni y Olga han transformado una antigua casa palermitana que estaba casi en ruinas en un pequeño hotel de cuatro habitaciones tranquilo y a pocos pasos de la catedral. Cuento con un ingenioso concepto de iluminación y de aire acondicionado. Además está bastante bien insonorizado. El desayuno es preparado todos los días con mucho cariño por parte de la familia, que habla, además de italiano, inglés y español.