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Steno Ortigia Apartment

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Siracusa, Sicilia
  • Place, Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Steno Ortigia Apartment

Apartment with balcony in a strategic position, 50m from the sea, washing machine, wi-fi and parking *.

POSITION

The apartment on the first floor of a building of two floors is located very close to the beach in a quiet area overlooking the quiet street in the historic center of Syracuse, Ortigia. Easily accessible from Catania Airport (60 km), airport Pio La Torre Comiso (100 km) or by train / bus (2 km).
The apartment is in a strategic location for a relaxing holiday: 50 meters from the stop of the electric bus and access to the beach, grocery stores (bakery, supermarket, newsagent) are located in the same neighborhood, and cafes and restaurants are easily accessible by foot. The nearest beach is 300 meters away.

WHAT IT OFFERS

The apartment of about 55 square meters, and it ss on two floors: the first floor is a living room with flat-screen TV and sofa bed for two people; a fully equipped kitchenette with fridge, freezer, electric cooker, microwave oven, service cookware, tableware, kettle, orange juicer, kitchen towels and coffee maker.
The bathroom is with shower and bidet. Because the ceiling is very high, it was created an additional floor with a full bedroom with a double bed with bedside tables, dresser and closet.
The apartment has air conditioning / heating and it has its own modem with unlimited wi-fi connection.

The balcony is equipped with table and two wooden chairs. A laundry room with washing machine and iron is suitable on the ground floor (shared with other 3 flats).
Please note that the apartment is on the first floor and has no lift.

BIKES
2 beautiful vintage bikes are available for free for my guests.
I will provide you a pump, a lock and a key to regulate the seats of the bikes.
I kindly ask you to use ALWAYS the lock and take care of them during your excursions.
Please if you're interested in using them let me know in advance to check the availability.


PARKING

Ortigia is a limited traffic area particularly in the evening after 8 p. m and week-ends. Close to my flat there'are some free parking spaces.
I strongly suggest you to reserve a parking space in a pay private garage or to park in the pay public parking.
The pay public parking "Talete" is about 700 meters from the flat. You can easily reach the flat by walking or taking the electric bus.
If you decide to park at Talete Parking, for unloading luggage during times of the ZTL, I can communicate your license plate to the police to avoid fines.
The pay private garage (guarded) is about 250 meters from the flat. I'm not the owner but I'll happy to reserve for you a parking space. In this case the owner of the garage will provide you a "pass" to enter in Ortigia even during the ZTL times.
For more info and / or to reserve a parking space in the private garage please contact me in advance as limited parking spaces are available.


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NOTE:

THE QUOTE DOESN'T INCLUDES:
- 30 EURO FOR THE FINAL CLEANING FEE, BED SHEETS AND BATH TOWELS
- CITY TAX
- ELECTRICITY CONSUMPTION IS INCLUDED UP TO 50kw PER WEEK.
- BABY CRADLE 20 EURO PER STAY
- TRNSFER SERVICE FROM TO CATANIA OR COMISO AIRPORT
*** VINTAGE BIKES are available from MAY 2017 FOR FREE only for guests that book directly with us. Bikes must be booked in advance. A refundable deposit of 100 euros will be requested upon arrival for the bikes.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 5:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 100

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Property # 6555518ha
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Syracuse

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Ortigia, a neighborhood in Syracuse. Museum of Cinema and Museum of the Sea of Syracuse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lungomare di Ortigia and Porta Marina. Arkimedeion Museum and Technopark Archimedes are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling.
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Siracusa, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Teatro dei Pupi - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Temple of Apollo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allumettes Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪VIOLABAKERYCAFE' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪profumi e sapori - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A Putia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪MOON - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steno Ortigia Apartment pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steno Ortigia Apartment?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steno Ortigia Apartment on Aug 4, 2026 start from $184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Steno Ortigia Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steno Ortigia Apartment?

Check-out is at 5:00 AM.

Where is Steno Ortigia Apartment located?

Located in Ortigia, this apartment building is steps from Museum of Cinema, Jewish Bath, and Lungomare di Ortigia. Ionian Sea and Teatro dei Pupi are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicolas H.

Zentrale & ruhige Lage

Sehr schöne eingerichtete Dachwohnung mit Balkon. zentrale & ruhige Lage.Zu Fuß ist man innerhalb von 5 Minuten in Piazza Duomo, in 2 Minuten an einem Supermarkt. Gutes Wi-Fi Komfortable Betten. Sehr gute Betreuung.
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6/10 Okay

Erich S.

Schöne Lage, ganz in Ordnung, jedoch mit Einschränkungen

Entgegen der Annonce war ein Parkplatz nicht im Angebot inkludiert; das erfuhr man aber erst nach der Buchung. Parkplatz kostet zusätzlich 10 €/Tag. Das Apartment "Steno" ist gut gelegen und für 2 Personen ideal geschnitten und ausgestattet. Die Sauberkeit ließ allerdings zu wünschen übrig: zentimeterlange Flusen hingen aus der Abzugshaube über dem Herd (wurden nach Hinweis an die Vermieterin beseitigt), Haare (offenbar vom Vormieter) in Dusche und Bidet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Dear Erich,thanks for taking time to review my property.I am desolate for the misunderstanding about the parking lot. In the description in Italian and English it is clearly explained that private parking costs €10 per day.I did not notice that in german was not described (I supposed that the website translated it directly).Anyway I hope that you enjoyed having a private garage in a Ztl,which is a privilege in Ortigia and especially comfortable.About the cleaning, my cleaning service always receives compliments from all my guests for precision and efficiency,but it can happen to find a hair and I understand that it is not pleasant.We will try to be more attentive in the future for sure.On the contrary,the oven hood was not dirty, but only the sponge inside it was consumed. I changed it in a few hours after your communication and I hope you appreciated my prompt action.Personally I did not agree with your choice of not paying the city tax and the final cleaning costs. These items were clearly included in the lease and I did not find it correct to support these costs.Despite these misunderstandings I hope to host you in the next future providing my best services.Regards,Roberta
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8/10 Good

Anja L.

Eine hübsche Ferienwohnung im Herzen Ortigias

Die Wohnung liegt inmitten des alten Ortigias, die Wege zum Meer, den Restaurants, Geschäften und Sehenswürdigkeiten sind kurz. Die Vermieterinnen (Roberta und ihre Mutter) sind äußerst freundlich, hilfsbereit und geben tolle Tipps für den Urlaub in Siracusa. Die Wohnung entspricht der Beschreibung und wird gut gepflegt. Leider staut sich in dem Schlafzimmer unter dem Dach die Hitze, aber es gibt einen Ventilator und auch eine Klimaanlage, um Abhilfe zu schaffen. Die engen Gassen - so schön sie sind - haben für lärmempfindliche Menschen den Nachteil, Geräusche zu verstärken. Ganz ruhig ist es hier nicht, dafür aber zentral.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Two excellent weeks in Ortigia.

My husband and I have used VRBO with confidence that the apartments will be as they are described. Roberta's description was just what we found. Just minutes from the sea, the apartment was well furnished and perfect for our two week stay. Even though it was the off-season, many shops and eateries were open. It is an easy town to explore. Syracuse, just across the bridge, has wonderful history, including an Archeological Park with Roman theater and Greek amphitheater. It was good to come home: after a day of exploring and prepare a light evening meal in the kitchen. Market is fun, but if you need a traditional grocery store, there are two very close to the apartment. Part of the agreement was to pay a portion of the electric bill. We felt the rate was fair and did not mind paying an xtra 24 Euros per week for heat and utilities. The laundry is a shared washer in the lower level and we had no problems with the other guests when it came to sharing the laundry facilities. Our only concern is the beautiful loft bedroom ceiling! The beams are traditional for this area, but my husband seemed to find ways to hit his head frequently! Anyone over 5'8" will need to be careful. Perfect place, wonderful community and great way to relax along the sea. Thank you, Roberta and mum for being such good hostesses!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, glad that you had a good experience and we look forward to seeing you again! Many Thanks Cari Saluti da tutti noi
Archival

6/10 Okay

Kerri D.

Good location in Ortigia, a little hard to find

The property had all amenities advertised. It was a great location easy to walk to all sites, restaurants and shops. However the building owner had construction going on the entire time we were there, I wish they would have made this known to us. The work began at 7:00 a.m. It was unbelievably loud, making it impossible to sleep. We stayed during late November the weather was cold and rainy, unfortunately the apartment did not have adequate heating making it a little uncomfortable. The bathroom is a nice size however the water never gets very warm and the drain backs up almost as soon as you turn on the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
I thank you my guest for taking the time to write a review.I want apologize again for the inconvenient of the first night due to the work in the neighborhood.As I have explained to my guest, I warned my neighbor to start the renovation work after 10 am, but my neighbor forgot to alert his workers,this is why they began so early in the morning during her first night.I would to specify that this problem raised only the first night.About the heating in the apartment, the house has very thick walls that allow fortunately in summer to keep a fresh temperature.In winter, the island of Ortigia is very cold and wet,so I have installed a pump heat in the bedroom and an electric warmer in the living room.I would be happy to provide more electric heaters, but unfortunately the guest did not inform me about during her stay and I come to know only now...Finally in the bathroom there are two lights: one light is over the sink and the mirror and a light is in the middle of the bedroom and only this last one works together with an aspirator which is required by law.As there're 2 lights you are not always obliged to switch on the aspirator.
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10/10 Excellent

Todor P.

Perfect stay

La Gorgone is the perfect place to stay if an authentic Sicilian atmosphere is the aim on the vacation. There are countless attractions, wonderful restaurants and beautiful scenery just few minutes of walking in any given direction from the front door. Sitting on the balcony and enjoying the sun and the ocean breases makes for a great pass time during the warmest part of the day and a swim in the Mediterranean Sea is literally just around the corner. The apartment itself is comfortable and it is in a nice condition and equipped with everything needed for a week or two in Ortigia. Thats why we're happy to give our highest recommendation to having La Gorgone as your home base while visiting this fantastic place.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Dear Traveler. Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. I'm happy that you enjoyed your stay and I'm looking forward to having you again as a guest in our apartment.
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

Super séjour

Super séjour dans cet appart niché au cœur d'Ortigia! Bel accueil et explications faites par la maman de Roberta. Des petits gâteaux à l'arrivée et tout ce qu'il faut sur place, ainsi qu'un petit balcon sympa pour le petit dej. Rien à dire!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Cher invité, merci d'avoir pris le temps de commenter votre séjour avec nous. Je suis très heureuse d'apprendre que nous avons rendu votre séjour agréable. Au plaisir de vous revoir bientôt.

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