The meeting of modern Sicily and nostalgia for the 2500 year past is subtle and intoxicating in this carefully renovated beautiful Baroque palace. There are remnants of convent life from next door, imperial marble staircases, a breathtaking courtyard. The apartment was really three apartments in one: it was vast, tastefully decorated and the facilities fantastic: fully equipped kitchen with the basic spices, oils, etc; a washing machine in the bathroom; modern heating/ac. The bathroom was a luxury, with all new appliance. We traveled with two teenagers, so each one having a room separate from the main suite was amazing. The street is quiet, yet less than 5 minutes away from all that is interesting in Ortygia, and only a 10 minute bus ride to the old Greek and Roman cities. The open air street market is 10 minutes away, the fabled Arethusa fountain around the corner. My family will be talking about this stay for decades to come. A wonderfully calming, healing, exhilarating experience with a discreet but solicitous and helpful hostess.