Title: JJBayt - your indipendent house 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 home # JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/1d567740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/87ee885e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/fb40a923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/bf2281b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/47975d96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Giudecca, this charming apartment is a haven for relaxation. A short stroll from the sea, Duomo and Temple of Apollo, it offers an ideal base to immerse yourself in Ortigia's picturesque streets. With space for up to 4 people and welcoming animals of all sizes. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4506 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! In the heart of the ancient Jewish neighborhood of Giudecca, this charming apartment is born from a careful restoration just a few minutes walk from the sea, the Duomo, and the temple of Apollo. The location is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in the picturesque streets of the island of Ortigia between typical Sicilian restaurants and puppet theaters. Located in a quiet little street, it is conceived as a unique space where you can reserve pleasant moments of relaxation. CIR: 19089017C223981 The space Ideal accommodation for 2 people but suitable for up to 4 people, thanks to a double bed in the room and a comfortable double sofa bed (197 x 160 with 20 cm height of the mattress). 🛌 🛏️ Other things to note Animals of all sizes are welcome in our home, we expect them to be educated not to ruin the furniture. 🐕 🐈 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator - Spices ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - Near the marina ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 506 square feet - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ### 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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ## 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%7C37.06064%2C15.29686&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m3A1fMkkGX9SPQd8sd0-Q3mrNe4=) Siracusa, Libero consorzio comunale di Siracusa #### What's nearby - Lungomare di Ortigia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Cathedral of Syracuse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Porto Piccolo - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Syracuse Station - 7 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A Putia - ‬4 min walk - ‪Ranieri - Cucina Chiacchiere e Vino - ‬4 min walk - ‪VIOLABAKERYCAFE' - ‬3 min walk - ‪Allumettes Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Caffé Minerva - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! located? > Located in Ortigia, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Teatro dei Pupi and Lungomare di Ortigia. Church of the Immaculate and Museum of Cinema are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 25 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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