Lovely Studio in the Historic Center of Ortigia

Cozy studio of about 35 sqm with private entrance and mezzanine, able to accommodate up to 2 people, located on the ground floor of a building in the historic center of Ortigia. The location is great! Walking distance to Apollo Temple, Market and many other attractions.

The accommodation is located in the Traffic Restricted area - please pay attention to the days and times.


*Airport taxi service from/to Catania Airport available upon request*


The inside is organized as follows

- LIVING ROOM with KITCHENETTE (with gas hob, fridge, moka pot, kettle and kitchen utensils), dining table, smart TV and sofa;

- mezzanine SLEEPING AREA with double bed and wardrobe;

- BATHROOM with shower, wash/dryer, washbasin, hydro-brush and toilet.


FURTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE TO GUESTS: unlimited wifi, air conditioning, drying rack, insect screens, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.


PLEASE NOTE: the apartment has two entrances: one independent on the street and one entering the building.

Note the presence of a step at both entrances of the apartment and the building.

Please note the presence of internal stairs to reach the loft sleeping area - please pay attention if traveling with children.


To ensure the security of your personal data, 7 days before your arrival you will receive instructions to register your documents via our Guest Portal.

We need such procedure to verify your ids and docs and in order to send info to the police service "Alloggiati Web" which is Italian procedure to host guest in italy.

You can find all the information on the official website alloggiatiweb.poliziadistato


Switching on and off air conditioning and heating is subject to compliance with current Italian legislation (DPR 16/04/2013 n.74, DM 6/10/2022 n.383).

Summer: the average air temperature must not get below 26°C (78,8 °F) for all kinds of buildings.

Winter: the weighted average of the air temperatures must not exceed 19°C (66,2 °F). Time and period of operation depend on the climatic zone defined by the standard.

Syracuse Climatic Zone B: 7 hours a day from December 8th to March 23rd.


From 15:00 to 19:00, check-in will take place in presence.


After 19:00, self check-in will take place (free of charge). Further instructions will be provided a few days before your arrival.


Alternatively, after 19:00 check-in in presence will also be available upon request and with a supplement to be paid in cash on arrival, as follows
EUR 25 from 19:00 to 23:00;

EUR 30 from 23:00 and 00:00;

EUR 40 from 00:00 to 01:30.

All requests for late arrivals are subject to confirmation by the property. The last possible check-in, even by paying the supplement, is 01:30.


REGIONAL CODE: 19089017C228715


The apartment is located in the heart of the wonderful island of Ortigia, a few steps from the Temple of Apollo, one of the most important monuments of the city. In just two minutes on foot it is also possible also to reach the daily market (every day except Sunday), a typical market full of local products and street food, where you can shop and taste local delicacies.

Walking through the streets of the island, it is possible to admire centuries of history, splendid palaces, lively trattorias and cafes, as well as other monuments such as the Castle of Maniace, the Fonte Aretusa and the Piazza del Duomo.

In the area it is possible to find many other services such as a bank, a post office, a minimarket, restaurants, bars, shops and much more.


Main points of interest
- Temple of Apollo: 2 minutes on foot;

- Piazza Duomo / Temple of Athena: 5 minutes on foot;

- Fonte Aretusa: 9 minutes on foot;

- Cala Rossa beach: 9 minutes on foot;

- Castle of Maniace: 16 minutes on foot.


- Seby - the Osteria: 1 minute on foot - 10 meters;

- BOATS (Pub): 2 minutes on foot - 170 metres;

- Café Apollo: 4 minutes on foot - 260 meters;

- In Coop (supermarket): 1 minute on foot - 130 meters.


Near the apartment, it is possible to find "Talete" electric minibus stop (one run every 30 minutes, from 8:00 to 20:00, one-way price of 1 euro) which will allow you to comfortably reach some of the main points of interest in the city
- The Sanctuary of the Madonnina delle Lacrime;

- The Paolo Orsi museum;

- The Archaeological Park of Neapolis;

- The Fonte Aretusa;

- The Castle of Maniace;

- The bus and train station.


The main towns of Sicily can be reached by Interbus coaches from the central station (via Rubino), where the shuttles to Catania-Fontanarossa airport also depart (approximately 1 hour journey).


- FROM CATANIA AIRPORT: it is possible to reach the apartment by taking the ALIBUS bus service that connects Catania airport to Catania Central Station, where it is possible to take the regional train to Syracuse station, less than 20 minutes on foot from the property.

Alternatively, it is possible to reach the apartment from the airport by taking Interbus bus, up to Syracuse Station.


***Airport taxi service from Catania Airport available upon request***


- FROM SYRACUSE STATION: it is possible to reach the apartment on foot in less than 20 minutes or by taking the minibus.


- IF YOU ARE TRAVELING BY CAR: The nearest car park is 450m away from the apartment and is called “Talete”. It’s open 24/7, with convenient fares:

10 euros per day

30 euros per week

40 euros per month.

Alternatively, it is possible to park for free a few steps from the property (NOT guaranteed and NOT bookable) in via Riva della Posta or in front of Piazza Cesare Battisti.


PLEASE NOTE: Ortigia is located in the Traffic-Restricted Area -ZTL in Italian- (closing days and times depending on the season).