After having thoroughly researched places to stay in Syracusa i stumbled across Mario's lovely apartment. This was my first time using Airbnb and it has set a very high standard! Mario was an excellent host and was happy to answer all our questions! He even picked us up from Catania and took us to a hardware store to get something we needed. The apartment was just what we needed. Easily fit the five of us and could fit six just as easily. The proximity of this apartment to the historical island of Ortiga is perfect. There is no lift so unfortunately you have to be able to climb the stairs, but after eating all that lovely Sicilian food climbing stairs is actually quite good! Wouldn't hestitate to recommend Mario and this apartment!