This is a very spacious, very elegant apartment in a brilliant location, close to the central square and the beachfront areas. Massimo is an extraordinary host - very concerned, hugely attentive and an excellent communicator. We had a fantastic welcome, with everything ranging from good quality coffee, bowls of fruit, and bunches of fresh herbs. A great start! Of the town beaches, I preferred the one that’s slightly further away, with a set of smart sun decks built onto the rocks. Ortigia itself of course is mostly a beautiful place, the domo square a wonder at night, brilliantly lit. As excursions go, a boat trip around the island and to the nearby caves are musts. One drawback may be the intensity of tourists and a considerable noise level but this no doubt changes as the season ends.