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Palermo · Italy

Beet Community - Botanical Garden

8–14 people · 8 private rooms

Typical guests

Culture-Seeking Foodies

Guests craving authentic Sicilian immersion through local food, garden gatherings, and events that mix nomads with Palermitan neighbors.

Unique features

Botanical Garden

A lush, turtle-inhabited botanical garden with string lights serves as the heart of the coliving, used for coworking, BBQs, and relaxation.

Local Integration

Weekly open parties and neighborhood events intentionally blend international guests with Palermo locals, creating genuine cross-cultural friendships rather than an isolated nomad bubble.

Culinary Culture

Home-cooked family dinners, cooking classes, and homemade breakfasts (like fresh croissants) put food at the center of the community experience.

Historic Neighborhood

Located in a walkable, atmospheric part of Palermo near the old town, sea, and top local eateries, offering an authentic Sicilian urban setting.

8.3/10 Good
Based on 16 reviews

Ratings are AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.

About Beet Community - Botanical Garden

Set in a historic villa directly across from Palermo's Botanical Garden, BeetCommunity Botanical Garden is a green oasis in the vibrant city center, featuring five independent apartments and private and shared rooms surrounded by a charming garden. It is designed for digital nomads, expats, and locals seeking a balance between urban life and connection with nature, in a warm, authentic, and community-oriented environment.

Origin story

BeetCommunity was born in the heart of Palermo, a city that wraps its residents in history, scents, and ancient culture, with the aim of offering rooms, apartments, and shared spaces that blend historical charm with modern design. Since its founding, it has cultivated a diverse and dynamic community where professionals from around the world come together to share their experiences, skills, and passions, becoming the first coliving in Palermo, and in Italy.

Community philosophy

BeetCommunity is more than just a place to stay—it's a community that values the fusion of work, travel, and life. Its members include digital nomads, remote workers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who seek a supportive environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.

Together, the community organizes a variety of events, retreats, and activities designed to help members explore and engage with the local territory in a sustainable way, ensuring that the impact is positive and enriching.

The belief is in the power of shared experiences to create lasting bonds. Whether through regular meetups, cultural outings, or workshops, the aim is to offer unique opportunities for members to connect deeply with one another and the local culture. Events are crafted to inspire personal growth, professional development, and a genuine sense of belonging.

By joining, members are not just finding a place to live—they're becoming part of a global network of like-minded individuals who value cooperation, the exchange of ideas, and a shared vision of sustainable living, becoming part of the BeetFamily.

Hosts

Rooms

Agave Shared Apartment Room

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Private room with private bathroom within the Agave shared apartment. The apartment has a private kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed, and an exclusive outdoor garden area. Common spaces include the kitchen, living room and garden.

from$3,466/mo

Gardenia Apartment

Apartment
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Apartment with private kitchen, 1 bathroom, dining room, king-size bedroom, and a living room with a sofa bed, plus a private outdoor garden area.

from$1,849/mo

Dependance Suite

Studio
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Ground-floor private studio with independent entrance, large windows and direct access to the gardens, coworking space, shared kitchen and living room. Includes en-suite bathroom with shower, sink, toilet and counter space, plus an open-plan living/sleeping area with bed, desk, AC and wardrobes.

from$1,618/mo

Main House Suite

Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Private suite on the upper floor of the main house, with an en-suite bathroom featuring both a bathtub and a shower. The main house's ground floor holds shared coworking, living room and kitchen space.

from$1,733/mo

Gelsomino Shared Apartment - Double Room

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

Private double room with shared bathroom, shared kitchen, and a living room with a sofa bed, within the Gelsomino shared apartment.

from$2,080/mo

Gelsomino Shared Apartment Single Room

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

Private single room with shared bathroom, shared kitchen, and a living room with a sofa bed, within the Gelsomino shared apartment.

from$1,733/mo

Work

Amenities

Spaces

Coworking Area

Calls allowed

Located on the ground floor of the main house, this fully equipped coworking space features workstations with monitors, computers, comfortable desks and chairs, laptop stands, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests praised the professional setup including proper chairs, extra screens, and keyboards.

Kitchen

Fully equipped shared kitchen in the main villa, available to all guests, alongside a communal washing machine.

Living Room

Shared lounge area on the ground floor of the main house, part of the communal space alongside the kitchen and coworking area.

Garden

Outdoor

A large, charming garden surrounding the historic villa, offering peace and tranquility in the city center. Features greenery, turtles, and lighting; used for relaxing, socializing, working outdoors, and community events like BBQs and dinners.

Dining Room

Shared dining room available to guests, used for community dinners and gatherings.

Food

Communal meals

Groceries

The website does not provide specific details on nearby supermarkets or markets for the Botanical Garden property; the property is located in central Palermo, directly across from the Botanical Garden, within a walkable city neighborhood where grocery shopping options would typically be available, but no vendors are named.

Activities

Location

Via Lincoln 35/A, 90100 Palermo, Italia

BeetCommunity Botanical Garden is a historic villa located directly across from Palermo's Botanical Garden (Orto Botanico), one of the city's most iconic landmarks, in the heart of the city center. The property is surrounded by its own charming garden, creating a green, peaceful oasis despite being close to the vibrant urban core.

The surrounding neighborhood is close to Villa Giulia park, the historic old town, the Kalsa neighborhood, and the seafront, with numerous restaurants nearby. Guests describe the area as quiet and walkable, offering a sense of calm and connection to nature while remaining within easy reach of central Palermo's attractions and daily life.

Getting around

  • Very walkable
    Restaurants, the old town, the sea shore, and Palermo Centrale train station are all within easy walking distance.
    Reviews: Guests consistently praise the walkability, noting a quick and easy walk to the train station, and close proximity to old town restaurants, the sea shore, and Villa Giulia park, even when returning at night.
  • No parking
    No dedicated on-site parking is mentioned for the Botanical Garden property; street parking in the surrounding historic neighborhood may be limited.

Getting there

How to get to Beet Community - Botanical Garden from the nearest transportation hubs:

Palermo Airport (Falcone-Borsellino)

Palermo Centrale Train Station

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 1 night minimum
  • 365 nights maximum

Guest restrictions

    Payment & cancellation policy

    Booking

    Prepayment (100%)

    For stays shorter than 2 months, full payment is required at time of booking.

    Prepayment (30%)

    For stays of 2 months or longer, 30% deposit due at time of booking.

    30+ days
    before check-in

    Full refund

    Cancellations made more than 30 days before arrival receive a full refund.

    15+ days
    before check-in

    Partial refund

    Cancellations made between 15 and 30 days before arrival receive a partial refund of 50%.

    5+ days
    before check-in

    Full credit (valid for 12 months)

    Cancellations made less than 15 days (but 5 or more days) before arrival receive no cash refund, but the amount can be converted into a credit/voucher valid for 12 months, subject to availability and prior notice.

    Less than 5 days
    before check-in

    No refund

    Cancellations made less than 5 days before arrival: no refund, no credit available.

    Check-in

    Payment (70%)

    For stays of 2 months or longer, remaining 70% due upon arrival.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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