The magnificent atmosphere of the Domus Ottavia for your unforgettable stay in the "Centre of the World".

Once through the large door on the road, you are immediately introduced to an atmosphere of other times, an atmosphere that will accompany you throughout your stay, making it unique and unforgettable!

The apartment, which is located on the 2nd floor of a charming ancient building, can be reached both with a recently renovated period lift and via a comfortable and ancient staircase.

The prestigious apartment is located at the beginning of via Ottaviano, just one hundred meters from the "Vatican Walls" and enjoys a unique and exceptional position.

From the windows you can see: the top of the obelisk, the "Porta Angelica" and part of the colonnade of Piazza S. Pietro, as well as an entire façade of the "Palazzo Apostolico".

The furniture is refined and mostly "period".

There is excellent air conditioning and wi-fi internet.

The general comfort is high, for an unforgettable stay!

In preparing the "Domus Ottavia" for you, we have set ourselves the maximum hospitality as a goal!

From silent air conditioning to the refined comfort of the services.

With attention to the smallest details, the "Domus Ottavia" offers excellent comfort.

A practical laundry area with washing machine, large and comfortable drying rack and ironing board, with steam iron.

There is a large hotel safe.

In moments of relaxation it is possible to consult, in a vast library with over 40 volumes on Rome, curiosities, prints, photos, stories, anecdotes and legends!

You will also find a scale to weigh your baggage upon departure.

  In the Domus Ottavia smoking and pets are not allowed.

We will meet you at check-in, for the remaining time: "Welcome to your home !!"

The apartment, which overlooks via Ottaviano, a road closed to private vehicles, is equipped with double glazed aluminum windows, aluminum shutters with adjustable slats (to allow total blackout at night if desired).

Access to the apartment is facilitated by a completely renovated lift, the heating is self-heating, the water is drinkable everywhere and the hot, unlimited water is generated at the moment by a gas boiler.

The apartment, with attention to detail and beautifully furnished, is located in the ancient center of Syracuse, the island of Ortigia, with more than thirty centuries of history, a stone's throw from the beautiful "Piazza Duomo" and from the other wonderful attractions present on the island.

To access the "Domus Ottavia in Ortigia" one passes through a small medieval arch into a quiet and charming courtyard, which makes the house particularly quiet.

Immediately you have the perception of becoming part of a scenography full of history and, if guided by the observation of details, you can read the passage of time ...

The structure dates back to the first centuries of the last millennium while some parts, more "modern", to 1700.

Once on the first floor, you are introduced to large, bright and welcoming rooms.

For you two charming balconies, one of which, in winter, is kissed by the sun from early morning!

The exposed stone highlights all the ancient jambs and the one made "visible" on the walls testifies to its historicity.

The large living room, with its vaulted ceiling, is the ideal place to enjoy a pleasant rest. Its sofa bed guarantees a special comfort, proof of the most demanding guests! The large window overlooks another courtyard, which is also internal and away from the noise of the street.

The beautiful dining room, with its large round table, in stone mosaic, is the center of the house. A large and functional kitchenette is at your complete disposal.

A small graceful study acts as an antechamber to the bedroom where a precious bed dominates, a refined work of master carvers of the past.

Last but not least is the comfortable bathroom which is accessed from a hallway with the laundry area.

Every detail has been taken care of to respect the historical character of the house: from the "Modica stone" floor to the original "vaulted" or wooden ceilings.

All windows are fitted with wooden shutters.

The apartment is equipped with an excellent air conditioning system which also functions as winter heating.

There are two “smart TV” televisions with satellite connection, connected to the internet by an excellent wi-fi.

If you have the desire to take a "swim in the sea" on the fly, a few steps away is the equipped beach of "Forte Vigliena", with free access, served with showers and with the possibility of immediately plunging into a fabulous sea, through convenient access.

If you wish we can organize a transfer, for a fee, from Catania airport to "Domus Ottavia in Ortigia" or, if you have a car in tow, we can book your parking space in a private garage, for a fee, just 150 meters from home. This entitles you to a transit permit in the ZTL of Ortigia for the entire period of your stay.