A must-have experience when visiting Ortigia: relaxing in Antonella’s unique and spacious apartment in a beautiful renovated palazzo at the end of a day wandering the island's byzantine lanes and eating its delicious and fresh food. Even though a few things were lost in translation - Antonella only speaks Italian, she is an attentive and dedicated host. She offered to make dinner reservations at a recommended restaurant the night we arrived. (The few Italian phrases I understand involve dinner!) The apartment was a bit chilly mid-April, but is probably perfect in the summer. Also, the master bedroom is separated from the main part of the apartment by an interior balcony that faces the open courtyard- atmospheric place to relax during the day, but good to know if you need the bathroom during the night.