The beautiful sunrise that is the cover photograph of Simona’s place does not do justice to the absolutely amazing view from the moment that you walk into her apartment. It is more than picture postcard it is in fact reality and the absolute best view of Ortigia. We had considered staying on Ortigia but are so glad that we picked Simona’s place because you look to Ortigia during the day and at night, seeing the sun rise and set over the island and the romantic lighting on the buildings at night. The apartment is a home away from home, scrupulously clean with every amenity. We didn’t need to go out in the morning for a great espresso because we were able to make one in the apartment thanks to the great coffee supplied by Simona and a wonderful machine to make it we cannot recommend this beautiful apartment highly enough, a must stay if you’re clever enough to include Syracuse on your itinerary.