Title: JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96088411&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! Vacation home in Syracuse with kitchen ## Photo gallery for JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! (Siracusa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/3bcfd167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels - JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! (Siracusa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/cd9729de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! (Siracusa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/1d567740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! (Siracusa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/47975d96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - JJBayt - your indipendent house in the heart of Ortigia! (Siracusa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96090000/96088500/96088411/87ee885e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4506 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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 - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### 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 elevator (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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Snorkeling 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 organized tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 506 square feet - 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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 information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Ortigia, a neighborhood in Syracuse, is home to this vacation home. Jewish Bath and Cathedral of Syracuse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ciane River and Saline Nature Reserve and Saline di Priolo Nature Reserve. Museum of the Sea of Syracuse and Arkimedeion Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. 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