APARTMENT IN SYRACUSE (ORTIGIA ISLE) - 2 BEDROOMS - 4/6 SLEEPS

This has been our second year renting in Ortygia but our first time at this apartment. All the reviews who have said that the pictures do not do justice to this wonderful apartment are right. The place was so much more spacious and lovely than what we had imagined. Everything is very new and immaculate in the apartment. We loved the peaceful terrace overlooking the roof tops of Ortigia. We would so look forward to having our breakfast and evening wine on the terrace. The second bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom had doors that led to the terrace making it so nice to have fresh air blowing in all the rooms. All the doors one of which had beautiful glass had an old world charm about them.

The Syraka Apartment is centrally located , but then all of Ortigia is within walking distance to every site. A car is not necessary only a hop, skip and a jump from the open market, which became our second home. You must try the baked ricotta from the new cheese store at the market.

Giorgio and his daughter were so helpful and nice. Giorgio got back to us immediately when we couldn't figure out how to turn the hot water on in the kitchen.

We do not hesitate to recommend the apartment and climbing all those stairs only put us in better shape. After a week of climbing the stairs I felt very fit.

We stayed at Syraka apartment for 2 weeks in January. It was everything we hoped for. Location couldn't have been better. All you need is within 5-10 minute walk; restaurants (lunch counter across the street is excellent and very affordable), markets, parking. The flat was very well maintained and accurately described. More roomy than we expected. Could have used a microwave.

Ortigia is a jewel we had never heard of. Driving through newer part of Syracusa, one would never expect the charm and warmth we encountered, even in January.

We would not hesitate to recommend Syraka to anyone who can handle the stairs (50 steps up).

The Syraka apartment is perfectly located for discovering the oldest and best part of Siracusa, in the midst of Ortigia's narrow streets' labirinth, very close to the Duomo Piazza, the Arethusa Fountain and the Maniace Castle. Being very close to Piazza Archimede, it is well connected to the mainland by the shuttle bus and one can easily plan short trips by train or by bus to other Sicilian cities such as Taormina.
It is tastefully furnished and provides all the modern comfort although it is situated in a very old building.
There are a lot of good seafood restaurants within the limits of Ortigia (10-15 min. walking). For late risers, I would recommend the take away restaurant across the street (simple good food, very cheap).
Giorgio was most welcoming waiting for us in the Archimede Square and showing us to the apartment. Thank you.
Overall, we've had a very pleasant seven days stay in a most charming place.