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A marina at night with boats docked and buildings illuminated.
Interior
A narrow kitchen with a window, a gas stove, a sink, and a small countertop.
A patio with a table and chairs, a white umbrella, and a building with barred windows.
A loft-style bedroom with a bunk bed, a staircase, and a kitchen area in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Siracusa, Sicily
  • Place, Temple of Apollo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Syracuse

Located in Santa Lucia, this apartment is next to Ionian Sea and Santa Lucia Bridge. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle.
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What's nearby

  • Temple of Apollo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Porto Piccolo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 11 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nuova Dolceria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar del Ponte Cristina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forneria Siciliana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Midolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Chioschetto - ‬4 min walk

About this property

At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building

Quiet apartment, well furnished, in a strategic position in the heart of Syracuse at the gates of the historic center (Ortigia) and 15 minutes from the archaeological park. A few kilometers from the most beautiful beaches of eastern Sicily and the famous baroque town of Noto (UNESCO heritage). Easy hiking Mount Etna, the tallest volcano in Europe.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Exterior
Minareto
Syracuse
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 275 reviews
$555 nightly
The price is $622
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Minareto

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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 no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number IT089017C2CU9PF5MS

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gates Ortigia Apartment Historic Siracusa
Gates Ortigia Apartment Historic
Gates Ortigia Historic Siracusa
Gates Ortigia Historic
At the Gates of Ortigia, Apartment in Historic Building Syracuse
At the Gates of Ortigia Apartment in Historic Building
At the Gates of Ortigia, Apartment in Historic Building Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Santa Lucia, just steps from Ionian Sea and Santa Lucia Bridge, and within a short walk of Temple of Apollo. You'll also find Lungomare di Ortigia and Piazza del Duomo less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building?

Couples staying at this historic apartment will appreciate amenities such as a kitchenette in each apartment with a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Are there connecting rooms at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building?

Yes, every apartment at At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building comes with a porch/lanai.

At the gates of Ortigia, apartment in historic building Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan T.

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

Friendly host and perfect location

Stayed 4 days and enjoyed every minute. Close to boat cruise docks and 2 minutes on foot to Ortigia. Property includes use of a courtyard where we ate our breakfast everyday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudette L.

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

Perfect in every way

Alessandra and her husband were warm, hospitable and gracious. We felt at home among friends from the first minute. The location perfect. The apartment tastefully appointed with everything one would want. Felt so lucky to start my Sicilian visit here. magical.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a very warm welcome by Alessandra, who even came back early from work to let us in before the official time of entry. The apartment is ideally located for visiting not just Ortigia, but the rest of Siracusa and outside the city, and it had everything we needed for an excellent stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Excellent

Well situated property, at the doorstep of Ortigia, near all sites, attractions, beaches, and terrific restaurants. Could not be a better location. Quiet at night...no street or traffic noise. 1 bed up, 1 down, were comfortable. We realised immediately rhat neith bwd was large or lobg enough for 2 tall persons, so took 1 each, and slept perfectly well. The kitchen is well outfitted and the owners are lovely. Friendly, approachable, helpful, kind. Great stay!!! Many kind thanks...
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefania N.

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

A due passi dall'indole d'Ortigia

Bellissima esperienza,vicinissimi al centro, peccato pochi parcheggi auto
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enrico P.

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

Un'ospite speciale

Alessandra ci ha accolto con grande gentilezza. L'appartamento è bello e curato. Non manca nulla. Pur essendo vicino a Corso Umberto è molto silenzioso. Alessandra ci ha dato consigli preziosi su spiagge, gite e cibo. Ed è sempre sorridente. Grazie.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Una bella esperienza

La casa perfettamente in linea con le nostre aspettative ci ha permesso di vivere tranquillamente la nostra vacanza. L’host gentile e disponibile
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Sehr freundliche Vermieterin

Sehr schöne geschmackvoll eingerichtete Wohnung. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Armando C.

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

La Sicilia che non ti aspetti. Bellezza, cultura ed accoglienza

Appartamento situato in posizione strategica, poprietari disponibili e presenti per risolvere ogni problema.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard H.

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

Toll

Zehntägiger Aufenthalt in Syracus. Ideale Lage, schöne Wohnung, gut eingerichtete Küche. Schöne Tipps von der Vermieterin, die sich herzlich um einen kümmert.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard S.

Quel superbe séjour et que de gentillesse.

Quel merveilleux séjour à Siracusa. Retraité, j'ai séjourné 52 jours dans l'appartement proposé par Alessandra et Renato. Un accueil des plus chaleureux et durant toute cette période ils ont été aux petits soins. Je n'oublierai pas la gentillesse de mes hôtes tout comme celle des Siciliens. L'appartement loué, très fonctionnel et très propre est idéalement situé puisqu'il suffit de traverser le pont situé à deux pas de l'immeuble pour être sur l'île d'Ortigia la Siracusa historique. Merci encore Alessandra et Renato pour votre gentillesse et vos si beaux sourires. Je ne vous oublierai pas. Bernard
Stayed 53 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paolo R.

appartamento molto curato e aderente alla descrizione presente nel sito

con mia moglie e due bimbi abbiamo trascorso una bellissima settimana in questo appartamento ed e’ stata una bellissima esperienza. E’ situato in una posizione startegica per raggiungere le spiagge più belle del litorale siracusano e a pochi passi da Ortigia. Un ringraziamento particolare alla signora Alessandra e a suo marito per la disponibilità e l’attenzione che ci hanno rivolto per agevolare il nostro soggiorno. Consigliato!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

A very nice apartment in an ideal location and excellent value

We highly recommend this place. The owner is very friendly and helpful, the apartment well equipped and very quiet, the location perfect for exploring the old town or getting about in the new. No hesitation in recommending it.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

TROUBOUL H.

Très bon accueil, propriétaires très sympas

La location correspond bien à l'annonce ,excellente situation ,pleins de bons conseils par les propriétaires qui savent êtres présents s'il le faut, mais restes très discrets.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Oliver S.

Ideal gelegene, atmosphärisch schöne Wohnung

Ich habe die zweieinhalb Wochen Aufenthalt in Alessandra Titos Wohnung sehr genossen. Freundliche, warmherzige Aufnahme - schön geschnittene, überraschend großzügig wirkende Maisonette-Wohnung - solide, gut durchdachte Ausstattung für die Selbstversorgung - und eine ideale Lage direkt am Übergang in die Altstadt Ortigia.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

annarita m.

Come a casa propria!

Ho scelto questa abitazione per i miei genitori, per una vacanza ad agosto. Sono tornati più che entusiasti! La casa è in un'ottima posizione, esattamente alle porte di ortigia, al di fuori della zona Ztl, che potrebbe rappresentare un problema per il parcheggio e il transito dell'auto. La casa è provvista di ogni comfort (aria condizionata, stoviglie, asciugacapelli, biancheria da letto e da bagno). La cosa che più ha lasciato entusiasti i miei è stata l'estrema gentilezza e disponibilità della proprietaria, che ha saputo guidarli, consigliarli per tutti gli spostamenti , dandogli qualche dritta anche su dove mangiare bene. Non posso che ritenermi estremamente soddisfatta!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

bruna d.

Alloggio molto curato e funzionale, anche se piccolino. In posizione strategica rispetto l'Ortigia

Proprietari molto disponibili a dare suggerimenti turistici e gastronomici, oltre che un ottimo limoncello casalingo. La posizione della casa permette di coniugare visite artistiche e mare
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Camille A.

Très bien !!

L'appartement est idéalement placé, à moins de 10min de la gare routière et aux pieds des ponts menant à l'île. Il est vraiment bien équipé et très propre: beaucoup d'ustensiles de cuisines, des condiments, un sèche cheveux, parasol, draps et serviettes très propres etc. Alessandra et son mari sont très gentils, ils peuvent vous donner de nombreux conseils pour le tourisme. Concernant les points négatifs évoqués dans d'autres commentaire, rien de bien horrible. En effet la terrasse n'est pas privative, mais nous nous en sommes servi sans problème. Le soir il y a quelques odeurs venant du restaurant en bas, mais étant donné qu'il y a la climatisation dans l'appartement les fenêtres restent fermées donc ce n'est pas gênant.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sophia L.

Sophia and Laci

Like beeing at home, thanks dear Alessandra and Renato
Archival

10/10 Excellent

richie A.

a gem location for visiting Siracusa, Sicily

We felt part of the neighbourhood during our week in Siracusa, Sicily. An affordable clean, secure and comfortable small apartment which is two minutes from the harbour- close to tours, beautiful sights and great people watching. Four minutes from a daily fresh local market and surrounded by ancient ruins and tons of charm. We were there a week and easily could have spent a month exploring and with day trips. We were two but it accommodates 4. It has all you need to cook and clean including dishwasher. We loved our charming hosts Alessandra and Renato - they were very helpful for local knowledge and directions. We will be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

agnes p.

Belle vacanze a Siracusa !

Comme toujours, merveilleuses vacances à Syracuse! Tout y est parfait: l'accueil d'Alessandra et Renato, la situation de l'appartement, les belles promenades dans Ortygia, et le soleil toujours présent, sans parler du bonheur de profiter des fruits et légumes délicieux du marché quotidien .... Je le dis à chaque fois, mais ...on reviendra !
Archival

8/10 Good

Jean-Pierre G.

Bel appartement bien situé.

Bel appartement, très bien situé, tranquille, très bien décoré et très propre. La propriétaire est extrêmement gentille et nous a fourni une foule d'informations utiles sur la ville et la région. Les seuls petits bémols sont les suivants: l'appartement est annoncé comme ayant une terrasse, cependant celle-ci n'est pas adjacente à l'appartement et donne sur la cour intérieure. Vous aurez une vue sur les appartements adjacents, et eux sur vous. Le restaurant situé au rez de chaussée ne cause pas trop de bruits, mais il y souvent des odeurs de fritures. EN fermant les fenêtres et en utilisant la climatisation nous avons pu éviter les odeurs. En somme nous avons beaucoup aimé l'appartement.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Carlo P.

Come stare in famiglia

La posizione dell’alloggio è eccellente. Non nelle strette stradine di Ortigio, ma allo stesso tempo ad un passo da esse. Anche i rumori esterni sono quasi assenti, con qualche eccezione dal vicino ristorante, ma nel complesso sembra di essere “fuori stagione”. Spazioso e ben disposto, su due piani, dalle abili mani dei proprietari. È presente quel che occorre, a partire dall’indispensabile aria condizionata (anche per chi non ne è un fanatico). Se mancasse qualcosa… basta chiedere. Proprietari deliziosi, desiderosi di trasmettere grande cordialità e tutte le informazioni sulla zona, anzi sull’intera regione, visto “quanto ne sanno”. Ben più di quanto è possibile reperire dalle info turistiche. ci siamo sentiti come in famiglia. Davvero gentili e amichevoli. Da consigliare! Excellent location of the flat! Not in the narrow and messy roads of Ortigia, but so close to them to make you feel you’re in. Very quiet building. The flat is very comfortable, unless you’re on a wheelchair”, disposed over 2 floors. Almost everything you need is present, but if if isn’t, just ask ant it will be. Lovely owners, who live next door, really expert of the whole region, they gave us much more info than tourist information offices and made us feel as we were at home!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roberto A.

Una vacanza indimenticabile

La casa non solo rispecchia la descrizione dell'annuncio, ma è di gran lunga migliore: l'appartamento è curato nei particolari, è molto accogliente, romantico... Perfetto per una coppia! Gli spazi sono molto ampi e l'abitazione è dotata di tutto (stoviglie, asciugamani, lenzuola, aria condizionata e chi più ne ha più ne metta). La posizione è strategica: permette di raggiungere Ortigia a piedi in un paio di minuti e, nonostante si trovi al centro della città, la zona è tranquillissima ed è anche facile trovare parcheggio gratuitamente. Per chi è amante del mare, è possibile raggiungere spiagge bellissime in pochi minuti, se muniti di auto. A rendere il nostro soggiorno ancora più bello è stata l'accoglienza e l'immensa simpatia di Alessandra e Renato: due persone davvero squisite che ci hanno dato tantissime dritte e suggerimenti su cosa vedere, dove mangiare, ristoranti, spiagge, e tutto ciò che la bellissima città di Siracusa e dintorni offrono (altro che guida turistica!!!). Abbiamo trascorso una vacanza meravigliosa e di una cosa siamo certi: ritorneremo :)))!!! Martina e Roberto
Archival

10/10 Excellent

agnes p.

Accueil toujours aussi ex...

Accueil toujours aussi exceptionnel de la part d'Alessandra et Renato. Quelle gentillesse ! Appartement confortable,très bien situé, aux portes d'Ortigia, ce qui permet d'assister aux nombreuses manifestations sans prendre le véhicule. Mais parking facile tout près. Merveilleuses vacances en Sicile, tant de choses à voir !!! On reviendra !