I booked our stay with Salvatore because of the excellent reviews, and they weren't wrong. A basic apartment, but clean and tidy with everything you need - a good shower, use of kitchen facilities with all equipment needed and a very comfortable large bed. We particularly liked the balcony looking out over the beautiful sea. We walked from the bus station in Syracusa to the apartment which took approximately 15 minutes. Salvatore greeted us and gave us recommendations of things to see and do and places to eat. We ate in Mokrito just down below twice - huge portions and very good value for money and they also do food to go. You are based literally around the corner from the stunning duomo which is beautiful day and night. It seems to get very busy and noisy during the evenings in front of the apartment which is fine as it is lively and a good feel, but if you are a light sleeper, I would recommend earplugs. We visited the small beach just a 2 min walk in front of the apartment which was nice to refresh in. We also tried another beach on the other side but that was unclean and dirty so wouldn't recommend there. We came from taormina which although beautiful, was very touristy, so Ortigia was refreshing as although there are tourists, you do not feel overcrowded. It has a wonderful feel and also extremely safe. The sunset with a glass of wine is just bliss. Thank you Salvatore.