Title: La casa della Scrittrice 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 # La casa della Scrittrice ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102386600/102386543/07de6e95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102386600/102386543/d4ab2794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102386600/102386543/c325c18c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102386600/102386543/196fab15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102386600/102386543/85b70e96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Lungomare di Ortigia, La casa della Scrittrice provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - 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 apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### La casa della Scrittrice Prestigious apartment in Syracuse in the heart of Ortigia, the “Writer's House” is located in Palazzo Francica Nava, a fifteenth-century building that - as is often the case on this magical island - mixes different eras and styles, from the Gothic-Catalan evident in the entrance hall and the wonderful entrance portal, to the baroque of the balconies and upper floors. Here is the acropolis of Ortigia, the place where the ancient Greek colonists arrived and where its goddesses live, the treasure chest of the history of this city. Thirty-five steps, coming out of the large wooden door, lead us from Via Landolina to Piazza Duomo, one of the most beautiful squares in the world. The apartment, located on the second and last floor, with its floors is made of the very body of Sicily: the white stone of which Syracuse is made, the lava stone that recalls Etna, the sandstone that evokes the sand of the coasts. The furniture is taken care of in every detail, combining comfort and beauty, the intensity and charm of antique furniture and the levity of contemporary design. And real paintings are the windows that open onto the baroque capitals of the nearby Jesuit College church, a unique landscape from a house full of light and visions of the sky. The apartment consists of a kitchen-living room, connected and separable by a large sliding door, living room, study (also usable as a separate bedroom), double bedroom, two bathrooms (equipped with shower and bathtub respectively), walk-in closet, laundry room. Equipped with a double entrance, it overlooks a delightful balcony, an intimate and quiet corner, an open-air oasis. Inhabited and crossed by artists, women and men of theater, film actresses, masters of photography, the house has, like its owner, a literary vocation: some of its books were “born” right in these rooms. The studio, with its shelves full of books in different genres and languages, is accessible to the guests of the apartment, who can consult and enjoy the large library while experiencing the beauty of the city, resonating with the special soul of its places. The apartments are managed by an agency that requires the conclusion of a rental agreement, pursuant to articles 1571 and following of the Civil Code, with regular registration of the documents necessary for the issuance of the invoice. The requested documents are used exclusively to comply with fiscal and public security obligations, as required by current Italian legislation. . City Tax: 4.0 % per person per night to pay at check-in starting from 1 nights for a maximum of 7 nights . Extra: AIR CONDITIONING Free of charge , BATH LINEN Free of charge , BED LINEN Free of charge , CRIB € 20,00 Per stay (upon request), ADDITIONAL BED € 25,00 Per person per day (upon request), EXTRA CLEANING € 20,00 Per hour per operator (required), EXTRA LINEN € 15,00 (upon request), BABY CHAIR € 15,00 Per stay (upon request), HEATING Free of charge , LINEN AND TOWELS Free of charge , WASHING MACHINE Free of charge Pets - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,184 square feet ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23590000/23589900/23589875/47f97bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cathedral of Ortigia luxury apartment terrace WI-FI free Ortigia - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=23589875&PinnedHotelID=23589875&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18771900/18771827/e5440af5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant, comfortable, bright apartment in Ortigia historic center Syracuse Ortigia - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=18771827&PinnedHotelID=18771827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18789200/18789130/33799cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A home in Ortigia. in the heart of historic centre, few steps away from the sea! 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 IT089017C2Q90XIJGM 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 3944098 ## 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%7C37.06041%2C15.29310&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BA8dSkYB3ceAoLfRK5LnxK-9O1k=) Syracuse #### What's nearby - Cathedral of Syracuse - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Lungomare di Ortigia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Porto Piccolo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Syracuse Station - 16 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A Putia - ‬2 min walk - ‪Schitticchio Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk - ‪A Puntia Di Gingiò - ‬1 min walk - ‪VIOLABAKERYCAFE' - ‬2 min walk - ‪Caffé Minerva - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is La casa della Scrittrice pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at La casa della Scrittrice? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at La casa della Scrittrice? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is La casa della Scrittrice located? > Located in Ortigia, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Palazzo Municipale and Lungomare di Ortigia. Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco and Piazza del Duomo are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 22 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## La casa della Scrittrice 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celine G. 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large bright apartment in the heart of the action. So much room! Very authentic feel. ##### Celine G. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela B. 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The wonderful writer’s house Yards away from the Piazza Duomo, behind an ancient hidden doorway, this spacious, top floor apartment offers a peaceful, cool retreat from the hustle & bustle of Ortiga’s streets. The agency were efficient & helpful & always at the end of a phone. This delightful apartment is the perfect base for exploring Ortiga & Syracuse. ##### Angela B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie 6 Jun 2024 #### Amazing apartment! Lovely apartment! Extremely spacious with excellent functioning AC in all rooms. Great location just next to the Piazza Duomo. Beautiful entryway staircase. On a lively Main Street but extremely quiet with the windows closed and you can hear no noise in the inner courtyard. Bathrooms are well appointed with hand soap, shampoo, toilet paper and towels. Kitchen stocked with coffee and 2 large waters. Received a lovely book written by the owner as a welcome gift! We could not have been happy with this apartment it was truly wonderful. It is important to know that while both bathrooms are complete full bathrooms, 1 has a shower and 1 has a tub. Overall 10/10. Great deal for a great place with tons of character! ##### Maggie ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Excelsior Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Excelsior-Palace-Hotel.h1133775.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Hotel Palermo Quattro Canti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-BB-Hotels-Hotel-Palermo-Quattro-Canti.h972880.Hotel-Information) > > [Boutique B&B Vintage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Boutique-BB-Vintage.h16019726.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-NH-Catania-Parco-Degli-Aragonesi.h906111.Hotel-Information) > > [Room of Andrea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trapani-Hotels-Room-Mate-Andrea-Palazzo-Platamone.h35313325.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Esperia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Esperia.h1144973.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Timeo.h889634.Hotel-Information) > > [Ambasciatori Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Ambasciatori-Hotel.h1213189.Hotel-Information) > > [Baia Azzurra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Baia-Azzurra.h2737239.Hotel-Information) > > [Panoramic Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Panoramic-Hotel.h2593343.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Palermo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-NH-Palermo.h17957.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Villa Politi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Villa-Politi.h1220650.Hotel-Information) > > [Mazzarò Sea Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Mazzaro-Sea-Palace-VRetreats.h983846.Hotel-Information) > > [Romano Palace Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Romano-Palace-Luxury-Hotel.h1105578.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Continental](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Continental.h1133655.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Paradiso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Paradiso.h1134809.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Ipanema](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Ipanema.h1248394.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Porta Felice & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Porta-Felice.h2417797.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Bay - VRetreats](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Atlantis-Bay-VRetreats.h985060.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Taormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Taormina.h2530371.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Politeama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Politeama.h1427364.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Joli](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Joli.h1178202.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Lido Mediterranee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Lido-Mediterranee.h526009.Hotel-Information) > > [Palazzo Natoli Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Palazzo-Natoli-Boutique-Hotel.h26441528.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Piazza-Borsa.h3401456.Hotel-Information) > > [Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Palace-Catania-UNA-Esperienze.h1193988.Hotel-Information) > > [San Paolo Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-San-Paolo-Palace-Hotel.h45802.Hotel-Information) > > [San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-San-Domenico-Palace.h54173.Hotel-Information) > > [Itria Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ragusa-Hotels-Itria-Palace.h37893990.Hotel-Information) > > [Liberty Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Hotels-Liberty-Hotel.h1068918.Hotel-Information)