The 10 best hotels in Syracuse, Italy

August 7, 2022 Tynisha Seiler

Once one of ancient Greece’s most important cities, today Syracuse (Siracusa in Italian) is a lively town of about 125,000 on Sicily’s southeast coast. The city overflows with amazing remnants from its long history. Romans, Vandals and Normans are but a few of those who ruled here after the Greeks. In Syracuse’s harbor, Ortygia Island (also called Città Vecchia or Old City) is the site of many of the main attractions, including the seventh-century cathedral and the Fountain of Arethusa.
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1. Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel

Via Vittorio Veneto 93, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2163 reviews

Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel

Hotel is located in an exquisite ancient building on the waterfront of Ortigia, the historic centre of Syracuse. Giving onto the ancient "Mastra Rua," where the Siracusan nobility resided from the 14th century, the hotel is a starting point for cultural itineraries. Its recent restoration maintains the original structure made of three buildings, contributing to its dynamic layout. Rooms are furnished differently with antique furniture, four-poster beds and refined interior decoration with distinctive Sicilian touches and Mediterranean features such as colorful bathrooms tiles.

Repeat visit just as good as the first

Reviewed By Armonk

This was our second stay here. We had a very fine stay here 3 years ago, before covid, and were delighted to return. While absolutely everything was fine, I wish to mention especially the breakfast and the coffee. Both were the best we had during our trip in Sicily.

2. Caportigia Boutique Hotel

Viale Montedoro 76, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy 011 39 0931 580576
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 441 reviews

Caportigia Boutique Hotel

In between the enchanting narrow roads that constitute the old city center of Syracuse, where in ancient times the main square was situated as a point of conjunction between the isle of Ortigia and the rest of the city, and where once the holy fire of the Polis was kept, the Caportigia Boutique Hotel arises. One of its kind it’s the first boutique hotel in the city, capable of offering its guests personalized accommodation and services, with unique furniture arranged according a theme and a particular style

Home in Sicily

Reviewed By gparneix

My wife and I have stayed in some amazing hotels this trip to Italy. The Caportigia Hotel is one the best. Roberto the. Manager, is welcoming and goes out of his way to make your stay in Siracusa a fun and successful one. Only five minutes from the famous Ortigia, the ancient city and dozens of restaurants. I truly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Siracusa!

3. Hotel Borgo Pantano

Traversa Fontana Mortella, 13 int. 4, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1631 reviews

Hotel Borgo Pantano

Discover the Hotel Borgo Pantano, a 4 star hotel is just 7 miles from the center and the beaches of Syracuse, Italy. An ideal compromise between the countryside, sea and city of art, surrounded by nature, within the nature reserve “Cyane and Saline.” The Hotel Borgo Pantano is located on the site of an ancient farmhouse dating back to 1861, originally a farm property, full of orange trees, lemons, olives, has been completely refurbished in 2009. The challenging architectural recovery was personally supervised by the owners , who are committed to ensure that the charm of the structure remained intact, in full respect of its authenticity. The Hotel is spread over an area of 30,000 square meters, with the outstanding scenic pool, the charming Sicilian citrus grove and the large park with relaxation areas and reading, which guarantee every guest a pleasant privacy. Hotel Borgo Pantano offers many services A modern wellness center with sauna, whirlpool, emotional shower with aroma therapy and color therapy, plus a lovely sitting area to enjoy excellent teas. The hotel is also equipped with a bar, a splendid panoramic pool designed with a special entrance to “beach effect”; elegant restaurant with typical Sicilian cuisine, elegantly furnished rooms with different styles, rooms and suites with bath iacuzzi inotre all rooms are equipped with safe, minibar, LCD TV and free wi-if free. And even outside the hotel is surrounded by a spacious and beautifully landscaped garden planted with playground for the little ones, a multilingual reception, a multilingual library, an indoor games room with table tennis – table football – Nintendo Wii , discover more »

Splendid place

Reviewed By Siharris28

Lovely hotel - beautiful grounds and pool, amazing breakfast and really nice staff. Kids loved it. Dinner a bit variable in quality but the rest more than made up for it. Bit of a journey to Ortigia, but again worth it as this made it a spacious and relaxing location. Would definitely return.

4. VOI Arenella Resort

Strada Ognina 47, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
40%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
8%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 3086 reviews

VOI Arenella Resort

VOI Arenella resort is nestled in a spacious park on the southern coast of Sicily, alongside long sandy beaches, close to Syracuse and the protected marine area of Plemmirio. VOI Arenella resort offers a wide range of sports and leisure facilities. Try the resort's Carissa wellness center with a number of relaxing and therapeutic spa facilities including massages and beauty treatments. You can choose from numerous sports activities including archery in the summer months. There is also a fully equipped scuba-diving center on site with lessons available at an additional cost. Enjoy the entertainment program at VOI Arenella resort. Here you will find professional staff, including French and German speakers, and an extensive line-up of daytime and evening entertainment.

Lovely but room for improvement - 3½ stars rating

Reviewed By kirstym499

We booked this as a family holiday through TUI and some of the photos - especially of the pool area and gym - are incorrect/ misleading. The pool areas are lovely though, but the photos aren't correct (there's no island in the middle of the pool for example). Also - the restaurant photos are taken of the paid restaurant, not the basic buffet restaurant which is where you go if you're all inclusive, as we were. I wouldn't rate it more than a 3. We did think most of the food was lovely though - very fresh and particularly italian - considering the huge amount of guests they had to cater for, it was very well run kitchen and staff were very helpful around the dining areas! You did have to get there close to opening times to get all the good food though, we went late one lunch and there was alot that wasn't available. Most of the staff were lovely and friendly although most can't speak much english so just be aware of that if you're only english speaking. We did try some basic italian greetings etc but not very successfully! One of the staff around the pool was particularly grumpy and quite rude to alot of guests - and couldn't speak any english at all but would come over to us and tell us off (we didn't realise as soon as we finished any drinks that we had to go and throw our plastic cups away straight away - sometimes we hadn't even finished them and he was over telling us off) - he got very stressed if anyone tried to move sunbeds together (bigger families etc) Don't take your gym gear, the gym was truly awful - run down, old equipment and some of it didn't work (the one treadmill they had didn't work!) - also only opens at 10am - pointless if you want a workout before breakfast! Rooms were basic and clean with good airconditioning and cleaned daily.

5. Wellness & Spa Hotel - Principe di Fitalia

Traversa Tonnara Terrauzza 51, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1280 reviews

Wellness & Spa Hotel - Principe di Fitalia

The Wellness & SPA hotel | Principe di Fitalia is a 5 star resort consisting of several buildings of new construction. The hotel is managed by the owners. It has many services: SPA, one of the largest of Sicily, with Sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi, PRIVATE SPA, etc., a restaurant with a kitchen designed to enhance the flavors of raw material that is all top notch. Tennis court, table tennis, 3 pools, 2 outdoor (with pool bar) and one indoor heated (29/32 degrees), indoor and outdoor children's play room. Fitness room, massage rooms and much more to make guests feel truly unique and special. Just 5 minutes from the sea of the nature reserve of Plemmirio. It's the right place to relax , to know Sicily and to go to the beautiful beaches on the south east coast. It is the ideal place to enjoy the family without any stress. Relaxing Entertainment and excellent cuisine make the living room unique.

A wonderfully relaxing stay - we shall be back!

Reviewed By U5768UQsarahp

We had a memorable holiday in this hotel mid May for a week (our first like so many thanks to Covid) with our 3 year old. I think you can judge a holiday's success on how you feel afterwards - well it's two weeks since we left and I'm still feeling refreshed and invigorated from our stay, I feel like a new woman! The food was exceptional (breakfast out of this world with Sicilian cakes and pastries) spa with indoor swimming pool (a godsend for our toddler) stunning and the staff so wonderfully welcoming and genuinely kind - especially when confronted with a sometimes tricky toddler! Huge thanks to Giuseppe, Sebastiano, Simona (both of them!) Paolo and Salviano for making our time with you so special. We hope to return in September!!

6. Hotel Mercure Siracusa Prometeo

Viale Teracati 20, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
51%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1457 reviews

Hotel Mercure Siracusa Prometeo

The hotel is centrally located adjacent to the historical archaeological zone and within close proximity to the Paolo Orsi Museum, the shopping district, as well as the historical island of Ortigia. It's an ideal structure for both business and tourist guests. The hotel offers 93 air-conditioned rooms, and includes an open-air, roof-top swimming pool with panoramic views, a solarium, a conference centre, two bars, and underground garage and external parking. The inviting, full buffet breakfast uses local Sicilian produce.

Great location, comfortable and clean

Reviewed By 737babed

Friendly helpful staff and the room was great. Just across the road from the Greek Theatre in Syracuse which is definitely worth a look. Close to the old part of the town in Ortigia. Rooftop pool and spa downstairs are great amenities

7. Caiammari Boutique Hotel & Spa

Via Daniele Impellizzeri, 96100 Fanusa, Syracuse, Sicily Italy 011 39 0931 721217
Excellent
75%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 605 reviews

Caiammari Boutique Hotel & Spa

In a former noble residence, the Caiammari is an elegant 4-star hotel in eastern Sicily, 4 miles from Siracusa. The centuries-old botanical gardens feature an outdoor swimming pool.The spacious, airy rooms of Hotel Caiammari are elegantly furnished and feature wrought-iron beds, tiled floors and exposed wood beams on the ceilings. Each room offers air conditioning and a TV with satellite channels.The spa center is complete with sauna and jacuzzi outdoor pool . A range of massages and beauty treatments is also available.Hibiscus restaurant serves a fusion of Sicilian, Italian and international cuisine, including an exquisite selection of wines. The bar is famous for its cocktails, and the breakfast buffet includes fresh pastries.The hotel is half a mile from Arenella Beach. The staff can arrange shuttles to the heart of Siracusa and Catania Airport.

A lovely hotel in a tranquil rural location offering a very warm welcome .

Reviewed By Global32123

Lovely small hotel in beautiful grounds with an excellent pool. Staff were wonderful, nothing was too much trouble. Good restaurant for evening meals and excellent breakfasts. Would definitely recommend. Hire car essential.

8. Maeco Ortigia B&B

Via Saverio Landolina 5 Palazzo Francica Nava, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
93%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 181 reviews

Maeco Ortigia B&B

Maecò Ortigia B&B is located in via Landolina n.5, as part of the Palazzo Francica Nava which was originally built in the 15th century in the Catalan Gothic style. Following the devastating earthquake of 1693 the building was rebuilt with some Baroque additions and used by Jesuits until it was bought by the Francica Nava family, from which it still retains the name. The renovation, completed at the beginning of 2016, followed the coherence of the original architecture with the intention being to keep alive the typical Sicilian atmosphere, and recreate a place to feel at home.

Island of calm steps from Piazza Duomo

Reviewed By MJ_JR00

Old palazzo in center of Ortigia. Steps from the Duomo, but instantly quiet when you close the main door. Large, clean, and comfortable rooms. Very welcoming with nice breakfast and other touches. Staff was very helpful with arrangements and recommendations.

9. UNAHOTELS One Siracusa

Via Diodoro Siculo 4, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1392 reviews

UNAHOTELS One Siracusa

Inspired by eclectic architect, Mario Rizza, our urban design hotel is veiled in stainless steel mesh that dissolves at night into a diaphanous, glowing curtain. Inside the accommodations, you’ll find a mix of our favorite urban chic influences represented in timeless materials and warm minimalism, including hardwood, black glass, concrete and cortain steel structure. Enjoy our newly renovated accommodations. Welcome to our world.

Not a 4 Star Hotel, not for longer stay

Reviewed By patmayde

We stayed at Unahotels One in Siracusa from May 22 to 24, 2022. We had a Smartbox voucher which we redeemed. A standard double room including breakfast. The check in and out is smooth and was very good organized. The hotel is located outside the beautiful historic part of Siracusa. About 7-10 min by car. Cab costs about 15 euros. Not recommended on foot. My first impression was good. However, the One does not meet the standards of a 4star plus hotel by far. For my taste rather a 3 star plus to max. a 4 star hotel. Positive are the very friendly, helpful and upbeat hotel staff. They can always give you a tip. The double room is rather small. It has everything you need. The bathroom is a bit small. When showering, the whole bathroom gets wet because the partition only covers half of it and there is no door. Unfortunately, I must mention here that the cleaning is insufficient. Likewise, the toilet paper made from recycled paper is not really usable. The breakfast is ok. Unfortunately, we were not told that we had to order everything (cheese, ham or salami, etc.) On the 2nd morning we could make up for this. Scrambled eggs, omelet or tomato mozzarella salad is no problem. Coffee is very good. Freshly squeezed orange juice available. The One has a great roof terrace, is set up lounge-like. Unfortunately, the bar is not served and there is no music playing. So there is no atmosphere and the terrace is not really used. We can only conditionally recommend the Unahotels One Siracusa.

10. Nostos B&B Siracusa

Corso Umberto I, 66, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 511 reviews

Nostos B&B Siracusa

Nostos Is Situated In Corso Umberto,city Center Of Siracusa. In A Great Location For Guests Who Want To Be Immersed In The Magical Atmosphere Of Archeological, Religiuos And Cultural Sites. Nostos Welcomes You With Irresistible Italian Cordiality In Spaces With A Familiar Atmosphere, Elegantly Furnished And Featuring With All Modern Comforts. All The Rooms Are Equipped With Bathroom With Crystal Shower And Hair Dryer, Wi-fi Bathroom With Crystal Shower And Hair Dryer, Wi-fi Connection, Tv 32", Air Conditioning, Frigobar, Safe Deposit Box And A Courtesy Kit. The Prime Location, Relaxing Atmosphere And Our Friendliness Make The B & B Nostos The Ideal Place To Spend A Pleasant And Relaxing Stay.

Amazing Nostos apartments

Reviewed By Petshopboy77

Super clean and well located for the centre. Comfortable and stylish decor. Really enjoyed my stay. Staff were welcoming and informative. Nice breakfast included at cafe 20 yards across street. Would stay again gladly when next in This part of Sicily.

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