Cold air conditioning and hot (modern & spacious, by Sicily standards) showers are the stars of this apartment. The location is right in the middle of Siracusa. Turn right and it’s ten min walk to Ortigia; turn left and it’s ten min walk to the archeological park. There are some steps leading to the elevator, about 6-8. If you have a stroller like I did, you’ll have to carry it up and down those steps. The cafe outside, Cafe Midolo, became our regular hang out spot for cappuccino, pastries and Aperol Spritz’s. Lots of shopping and eating within walking distance. Nice public playgrounds for kids. The apartment can feel dark and there are many doors to go through. But once you notice that the natural light is there, just filtered by translucent windows outside, and that the hallway is private, it feels fine.