Title: Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia Apartment with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Lungomare di Ortigia ![2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936597/cc5c719a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936597/e9780cf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bidet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936597/cbebe00f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936597/c114514a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936597/c33c75e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Lungomare di Ortigia, Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia has plenty to offer. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen £117 includes taxes & fees 19 Nov - 20 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia With direct access from Via Dione, the oldest street in Ortigia, dedicated to the Nymph Arethusa, born from a recent renovation, with elegant and refined finishes,Il Nido di Aretusa is born, apartment consisting of two bedrooms, living room, kitchen, balcony and full bathroom; Ideal for families and couples who do not want to give up comfort and elegance. IL NIDO DI ARETUSA is directly accessible from via Dione, a parallel of Corso Giacomo Matteotti. The apartment is on the first floor of a recently renovated historic building; to access it you need to go up some stairs. ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the airport ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 646 square feet ## Similar properties ![Comfort Apartment | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83393600/83393512/b6233160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matteotti Luxury Residence Ortigia - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Soundproof rooms 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews £150 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=83393512&PinnedHotelID=83393512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84110000/84101600/84101518/7bc75b4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely apartment in the heart of Ortigia. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT089017B492IVKQ7W If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 104656 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.06223%2C15.29375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rDnJkIobiJFa8N6Bss-1baOn04A=) Siracusa, Siracusa #### What's nearby - Lungomare di Ortigia - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Cathedral of Syracuse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles - Greek Theatre of Syracuse - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Syracuse Station - 9 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A Putia - ‬2 min walk - ‪Viola Espressobar - ‬2 min walk - ‪Schitticchio Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk - ‪A Puntia Di Gingiò - ‬3 min walk - ‪La Tavernetta Uno da Simone - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia? > As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia on 19 Nov 2025 start from £117.41, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Aretusas-Nest-In-The-Heart-Of-Ortigia.h101936597.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia located? > Located in Ortigia, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Arkimedeion Museum and Lungomare di Ortigia. Fountain of Diana and Piazza Archimede are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 20 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aretusa's Nest in the heart of Ortigia Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### NATHALIE N. 13 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptionnel ! Appartement impressionnant!Immeuble, logement, emplacement, calme, propreté, raffinements….exceptionnels !Merci pour ces instants passés dans ce bel appartement ! ##### NATHALIE N. 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