We loved Casa Sveva! Such an amazing location, spectacular sea views and sunset. The place was also really pretty and quaint, and our host, Anna, was extremely helpful. She booked us cabs, gave us excellent tips on where to eat and drink. It was really exceptional.

We liked everything :-) But there are a few flights of stairs to get to the flat.

• Amazing location in the Ortigia, close to so many cute shops and restaurants • Amazing views of the ocean from the apartment • Aircon works a charm throughout the apartment which is required during a heatwave in Sicily! • Bedroom can get nice and dark which is perfect for sleeping in during summer • The host provided a large 2L bottle of water in the fridge (required as we didn’t realise the tap water in Ortigia isn’t the best for drinking, thanks!), coffee, tea, and all the cooking supplies like oil, garlic, onion (we didn’t use during our time there but appreciate the sentiment) • excellent communication with the host during our stay via WhatsApp who answered any questions or queries we had, thanks! • overall great value for money. Perfect for a single or couple!

• people mentioned the size of the shower a lot in the reviews - we were two women in our late twenties so even though it was a little tight, we could still fit fine! There was someone else’s hair left on the shower hose from another guest, but the rest of the apartment was spotless and the host was great so this didn’t bother us so much.

The west facing windows were a delight . Loved the well equipped kitchen ( could use a sieve). Beautifully laundered sheets and towels. Fabulous location

Shower amusingly small. Couldn't shave my legs haha . Perfectly serviceable. Didn't like leaving.

amazing sunset view , lovely apartment!

shower broken and scruffy

amazing house in Ortigia, nicely decorated, with all the comforts and a spectacular view

Outstanding location, comfortable bed. Very small shower.

The host was friendly and helpful. The accommodation is located near the sea and the center of Ortigia is within walking distance.

There were dead cockroaches in the hallway. The accommodation was dirty (spider webs, dust and dirty business cards). The water in the sink did not drain. The shower was too small and uncomfortable. The water pressure was too low and the water did not always get warm. Earplugs are recommended when sleeping with air-conditioning. When we booked, not all current photos were shown. It was neither mentioned anywhere that there was no sea view from the bedroom nor that there is a sidewalk with restaurants between the accommodation and the sea. The accommodation may be hard to identify, if you are standing in front of the closed green door.

Pictures do not portray the actual size of apartment. Bathroom tiny and uncomfortable, excellent air conditioning,super comfortable bed ,amazing view.