We staid in Mariella's studio apartment located in the centre of Ortigia for two nights. It was very cosy and clean modern flat, which had everything you needed for a few days of stay, including a washing machine. Mariella, her husband and two German Shepherds (absolutely harmless) have a large apartment in the same house with a beautiful roof terrace overlooking Ortigia the south part of Siracusa, where they invited us for a drink and introduced us to the city. They were great hosts.... they recommended us an affordable, local restaurant called 1921, which was delicious! Mariella even hung up our laundry on her terrace to let it dry and then brought it back to us.....who else does that except of your mum?! such a sweetheart :) This studio is perfect for a couple or even friends, who don't mind to share the double bed. I will definitely contact Mariella next time I'm in Sicily!