This is a beautiful stylish apartment with modern decor and furnishings in a wonderful historic building which gives it additional character with the high ceilings and ornate cornices. It is also very secure with gates at the main entrance from the street. The location was excellent both to the beach and the main square with a gourmet supermarket over the road and fabulous wine bar EVOE a few doors down. We walked from the bus station on arrival and walked to the train station on departure as it was an easy walk with luggage to the apartment. There are no shortages of restaurants and cafes all around the apartment, it is situated in a very classy street. The food markets held each day are worth a visit as they are full of atmosphere .. (the vendors are very lively!) stocking great quality food and products. Fabio is a wonderful communicator, he always responded quickly and as we had delays from Palermo due to the Pope’s visit he was flexible with our check in. We would highly recommend this apartment and Fabio as a host to anyone planning a trip to the utterly stunning island of Ortigia.