This was a great apartment, clean, comfortable and spacious. Plenty of room for the 4 of us to spread out after our days of touring Ortigia. The location was just great., allowing us to explore Ortigia pretty extensively by foot. Unfortunately, we speak little Italian and so check in was a bit confusing as the assistant who met us spoke minimal English. We understand that that's our failure, not his. We are in our 70s and 80s. I mention that because the 44 steps from the street up to the apartment were a challenge. But the view from the patio out over the sea was totally worth it. A lovely place to stay

The apartment was fabulous for the 3 of us. The balcony overlooking the sea was magical. The location was great, as its on the quieter side of Ortigia, but 5 minute walk from everywhere. Great kitchen and sitting room aswell. We loved this property.

A sublime stay at Palazzo Colpace. Ottavio and Guiseppina were flawless hosts, the weather was serene and Ortigia itself is the most walkable and enjoyable experience on all levels. Being gluten-free we were repeat visitors to Moon - a vegan restauarant that is a cut above. Grazie mille.

The property was, as described, absolutely lovely. The view onto the Ionian Sea was perfect and the neighborhood walkable and fascinating.

Could not have had a better hostess than Giuseppina. And Rosaria, her helper, was always available to help with our every need. Highly recommend this outstanding apartment!

Giuseppina is a wonderful landlord! The apartment was outstanding--spacious, immaculate and well equipped. There is an excellent espresso maker, a dishwasher, a variety of small appliances and plenty of supplies. The sofa and the beds were very comfortable. There are superb windows that keep the heat and cooling in and the sound out. I was able to paint and draw every day in the morning light. The terrace on the ocean is a delight, and Ortigia is a fun place to locate for a period. We stayed an entire month and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Kitchen very well equipped. WiFi had good speed. Bedrooms are large with good closet space & light. Conviently located on a lovely street with many cafes, the Duomo, the market all within easy walking distance. Would have been nice to have the address on Via Nizza & contact phone number for last minute changes in arrival time.

Spacious and well equipped and wonderful light. The view from the terrace is spectacular. We spent many mornings eating breakfast and evenings enjoying a glass of wine on the terrace. Giuseppina(the owner Ottavio's sister who lives onsite) was so helpful and had arranged reserved parking for us as parking is very difficult in Ortigia. She was accessible but never intrusive. Ottavio was easy to deal with and provided good pre stay instructions. It is a little tricky to find as the numbering system on the road is a little confusing - there's a big gap in the numbers on the left hand side of the street, make sure to continue toward the end of the last block on the street and you will find the unit. Parking cost 20 Euros a day but was worth it as we used Ortigia as our base for a week to explore the east coast of Sicily. The only caution I would add is that if you have any mobility issues there isn't a elevator and you must climb several flights of stairs to reach the apartment. We are in our 50s and very active so it wasn't a problem. Ortigia is very pedestrian friendly and has many shops and wonderful restaurants. I could wander around Ortigia for days. We spent several afternoons at the beach club a couple blocks away. The Greek Amphitheater and Basilica santuario Madonna delle Lacrime in Siracsa were about a 30-40 minute walk and well worth visiting. Don't miss Ortigia's open air market, it's a feast for the eyes, nose and hopefully the belly :) What we had hoped to visit on the eastern half of Sicily was all within 1-2 hour drive. We were able to visit Noto, Modica(try the chocolate and meat cookies, trust me), Cava Grande Del Cassibile, Taormina, Barone Di Villagrande an excellent Mt Etna winery, Alcantara Gorge on Etna. Didn't get to hike Etna unfortunately as the date we had scheduled with the guide ended up being too stormy.

If you need a two bedroom apartment in the the heart of town that is chic - this is for you. Hostess so friendly and helpful. Terrace to die for with breathtaking sea views. Accessories plentiful.

A fabulous 10 days. Ortigia is a great place to stay, plenty of history, old buildings narrow streets, plenty bars and restaurants.The accommodation is terrific, plenty of space, comfortable and a terrace overlooking the sea. We could want for no more. It was perfect.Also worth noting that the owner who lives in the apartment below was extremely helpful and made us very welcome.

A fabulous 10 days. Ortigia is a great place to stay, plenty of history, old buildings narrow streets, plenty bars and restaurants. The accommodation is terrific, plenty of space, comfortable and a terrace overlooking the sea. We could want for no more. It was perfect. Also worth noting that the owner who lives in the apartment below was extremely helpful and made us very welcome.

Spacious and well equipped and wonderful light. Giuseppina was so helpful as was her household helper Sara who daily took away any recyclables and garbage. Parking is extremely challenging in Ortygia but Giuseppina had arranged reserved parking for us. Although it cost 20 Euros a day, it was worth it as Ortygia was our base from which to visit many sites. We spent several days just exploring Syracuse including Ortygia on foot.

Spacious and well equipped and wonderful light. Giuseppina was so helpful as was her household helper Sara who daily took away any recyclables and garbage. Parking is extremely challenging in Ortygia but Giuseppina had arranged reserved parking for us. Although it cost 20 Euros a day, it was worth it as Ortygia was our base from which to visit many sites. We spent several days just exploring Syracuse including Ortygia on foot.

We spent one month in beautiful Ortigia, living in Palazzo Colpace on Via Nizza. Our two bedroom, two bath apartment was beautifully laid out and contained modern appliances. The view from the huge terrace is breathtaking, we spent many afternoons watching the boats go by. Our wonderful hostess, Giueseppina, outdid herself in providing us with any of our needs.

The apartment brilliant sea view everything great can walk to everywhere owner very helpful would recommend jellies for beach rocky

This apt exceeded our expectations. It was in a perfect location--close to everything but quiet. It was great to have our own kitchen and washing machine. The balcony was huge and overlooked the sea. We sat out there every morning and had coffee. We would highly recommend this place. The owner lives downstairs and goes out of her way to accommodate your needs.

This is a lovely spacious apartment. The terrace with water view is perfect for eating lunch or sunbathing. The building fronts onto a quiet, narrow street typical of Ortigia and it is an easy walk to the many good restaurants and local sights. Although it appears to be an old (and beautiful) palazzo from the exterior, the interior of the apartment is modern, with a roomy eat-in kitchen and modern appliances. We made use of the nearby garage for our rental car. But driving around the tight corners of this ancient city can be nerve-wracking; we were much happier walking and the city is delightful for that!

My wife and I stayed here for 10 days and I can only agree with all the other fantastic reviews. Like others we have stayed in villas and apartments all over Europe for the past 20 years and this is one of the best. All the facilities are first class and the location must be one of the best on the island.

The three of us enjoyed four fantastic days in Ortigia at this luxury palazzo apartment on Via Nizza. This is among the best of the many accommodations we have booked in Italy -- villas, apartments, B&Bs, agriturismo included. The apartment is very well located, on a quiet street with a spectacular view from the large veranda of the sea and shoreline. It is spacious, comfortable, modern and well-appointed. Two full bathrooms are an extraordinary luxury in Ortigia, and the our host, Giuseppina (who renovated and lives in the building), was delightful, kind and so helpful. She and her brother, Ottavio, who owns the apartment (and lives in the US), were both fantastic, from booking to checkout. Some examples. When we arrived, the wifi was not working properly. Giuseppina and Ottavio responded with urgency, replacing the router the same day, and it worked beautifully from then on. Giuseppina also joined us for dinner one night, giving us the gift of her time and advice about Siracusa and other parts of Italy. She helped to arrange transportation to Catania Airport for one of us who spent a couple of days on Malta. Assistance was also offered with parking our car in a nearby underground garage, as vehicle access for non-residents is restricted in Ortigia. We had a great experience in Siracusa, and loved returning home every night to this fantastic apartment.

My husband and I loved the apartment! It’s spacious, bright, and modern. The terrace, with its beautiful sea view, is wonderful. Since we had a few days of rain during our stay, we spent more time inside the apartment than we had expected, so we were gratified that we had chosen such a nice place. We’ve rented numerous apartments in Italy during the last few years, and this one was absolutely among the best: well equipped, very clean, and quiet. The bed in the master bedroom was the most comfortable Italian bed I’ve ever slept in. Within a short walk from apartment, there are plenty of good restaurants and coffee bars, as well as a convenient garage where we kept our rental car. Giuseppina was very kind and helpful, and we particularly enjoyed our evening out together! I hope that someday we’ll be able to return for another visit.

We stayed at the Palazzo for a week in early June, and what can I say, the apartment delivered, and then some!!! It is beautifully furnished, spacious, has everything (and I mean everything) you can think of, for a short vacation. The balconies are to die for, and you can simply spend your entire trip (and days) lying in the wonderful patio recliners, reading, sleeping, chatting, drinking, relaxing. We had to force ourselves to leave the apartment, since we were supposed to be there for sightseeing. Giuseppina, the lovely sister of the charming apartment owner Octavio, lives on site in the apartment below, and was extremely helpful in recommending tour sites, driving routes, markets and restaurants, and any other questions you may have. The location is fantastic, you are practically right on the water, can easily walk to some of the best restaurants in Ortigia, a hop and a skip to the couple of piazzas, to the swimming platform, the fort, and even the market. Yup, we walked to the market, but I probably wouldn't recommend carrying loads and loads of groceries from the market back to the apartment, especially in the heat. A taxi would have been the smarter way to go. We love Ortigia, and love the apartment, if only Sicily (either Palermo or Catania) is easier to get to from the States.

We had a wonderfully relaxing week in Siracusa and this excellent apartment provided a great base for our visit. The apartment is situated on the island of Ortigia, the oldest and most interesting part of Siracusa. The area is clean, quiet and safe. The apartment is located in an old palazzo which has been thoroughly and tastefully renovated. The apartment is spacious, bright, well furnished and well appointed. The most attractive feature is a large terrace which overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Even in March, we were able to eat breakfast on the terrace several mornings. The owner Ottavio and his sister Giuseppina (who lives in another apartment in the building) went out of their way to be friendly and helpful. Ortigia is a wonderful place for wandering around, visiting churches, shopping in the excellent street market for fresh fish, fruit and vegetables and sitting in cafes and watching the world go by. We would definitely like to visit Sicily and Siracusa again one day and when we do, we will definitely stay at this apartment again.

We are coming to the end of our wonderful stay at Palazzo Colpace. We are well travelled but never before have we been able to say that we are staying in “the best apartment in the best location in the entire City”. The apartment has a great layout, is very comfortable, peaceful, modern and efficient. The spacious terrace overlooking the cobalt blue Ionian Sea is simply splendid. The kitchen and master bedroom have their own terraces with magical city views over a very quiet corner of Ortigia. The second bedroom has its own terrace and yet another spectacular sea view. The market and all the sites of Ortigia are within a 10 minute walk. We made several day trips to all sorts of interesting destinations using the bus and rail network. Wonderful swimming in crystalline waters is literally steps away from our front door. With a very well equipped kitchen, it was a pleasure to sample the vast array of delicious Sicilian fruits, vegetables, cheese and fresh fish and prepare our own meals. This apartment as well as three other lovely apartments in the palazzo are owned and managed by a brother/sister team. The sister lives in the building and you could not ask for a more gracious and helpful host. She helped us find Italian language lessons, gave us great restaurant recommendations, and answered our numerous questions on Syracuse and Sicily. In sum, we feel very fortunate to have been guests in Palazzo Colpace and to have become acquainted with the wonderful owners. It is the perfect combination for a holiday of relaxation, cultural experiences, and the warm hospitality of Syracusans.

My wife and I visited Ortiga and Siracusa to celebrate our 20th anniversary and to connect with out exte3nded family there. One of the highlights of this most memorable trip was our stay at Palazzo Colpace. The pictures and location shown on the website piqued out interest, and having had spoke with the owners we decided to book it. I have to say our expectations were far surpassed; the pictures (as good as they are) don't do justice to this space. open, bright, airy...immaculate, the million dollar views, the location in Ortigia...one can go on and on. Giuseppina was great- there when we needed something, helpful with local knowledge while very respectful of our privacy and really made us feel as if we were in our own home. Indulge yourselves and visit Ortigia and stay at Palazzo Colpace.

We loved our stay at Palazzo Colpace. It was wonderful. Giuseppina was very helpful to us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.

We very much enjoyed staying in this appartment as our base while in Ortigia. The apartment is very clean and has been tastefully renovated. The best part is the fantastic outside terrace overlooking the sea. The owner was very nice and we would definitely stay here again.

We are just back from staying at Palazzo Colpace and had an absolutely wonderful holiday. The apartment itself is much nicer in reality than in the photos. It is spacious and light with high quality bed linens and towels. There are four things that really make this property special: 1. The supremely convenient location in what is, in my opinion, the nicest part of Ortigia. Minutes from many excellent shops, restaurants and bars; 2. The extraordinary views over the sea and the swimming platform; 3. The large terrace, which is sunny for most of the day; and 4. Perhaps most significantly the incredibly warm welcome from Gisuseppina, the owner's sister who lives downstairs. She spent much time and effort ensuring that we had the best stay possible. We usually spend our holidays in high end hotels and resorts (for what it is worth we are Amanjunkies). We could not find a hotel in Ortigia that we were happy staying at, but Palazzo Colpace made us very happy. Just go!