Top Hotels in Syracuse Resorts
Top 6 Resorts in Syracuse, Italy
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.
Restaurants in Syracuse
1. Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2163 reviews
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 ArmonkThis 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. VOI Arenella Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3086 reviews
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 kirstym499We 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.
3. Domus Mariae
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 401 reviews
Welcome to Domus Mariae, your Syracuse “home away from home.” Domus Mariae aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Close to some of Syracuse's most popular landmarks, such as Ipogeo di Piazza Duomo (0.3 mi) and Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia (0.3 mi), Albergo Domus Mariae Hotel is a great destination for tourists. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and you can stay connected during your stay as Albergo Domus Mariae Hotel offers guests free wifi. The hotel features a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and a rooftop terrace. Plus, Albergo Domus Mariae Hotel offers free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. Syracuse has plenty of Mediterranean restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Sicilia in Tavola, Apollonion Osteria da Carlo, and Trattoria La Tavernetta da Piero, which are serving up some great dishes. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a military museum, such as Maritime Museum. Domus Mariae puts the best of Syracuse at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Why isn’t every hotel like this?
Reviewed By 278iainrThis is how it should be done: the hotel and room was spotlessly clean, there was a stunning view from the room, and best of all were the most friendly and helpful staff I’ve met in any hotel I’ve ever stayed in.
4. Borgo di Luce I Monasteri Golf Resort & SPA
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 551 reviews
Borgo di Luce I Monasteri was an old benedectine monastery, now a charming hotel situated in a truly unique setting. Everything is designed in order to live a true sensory journey sorrounded by scents and colors of Mediterranean vegetation which covers an extraordinary Golf Course. Borgo di Luce I Monasteri is composed by 102 rooms of different typologies but all characterized by great attention to details: oak-beame and simple but stylish decor. The major part of the rooms has a terrace with outdoor seating areas and Golf course views.
Depends what you’re looking for
Reviewed By Irenewong23The Pros: the hotel is beautifully situated in the countryside about 25 minutes from Ortigia, with a decent golf course on the site. It’s perfect for a little golf getaway. If you want to get away from it all and be in peaceful surroundings, and you want to play or practice your golf, this is a good choice. There are good putting and chipping areas and a range just steps from the main building of the hotel Note: This is not the hotel for you if you want to walk into town or try a lot of different local foods, as the location is a bit isolated and the food offerings are quite limited. The Cons (and feedback): I was hoping to have a golf and fitness holiday but disappointingly the gym was not open due to Covid (a fact that was not disclosed to me at the time of booking). They charge 5 star prices and put themselves out to be a 5 star resort but the quality and service falls a bit short on multiple fronts: 1. Food menu is limited and the quality of the food is very average for the price (I had a dinner and a lunch there and it was fine dining portions with fishy swordfish and bland lamb) 2. Breakfast buffet is ok but not the amazing feast that others have reported - while most five star hotels around the world are cooking eggs to order and making local specialty products available, the hot food consisted of bacon, eggs, and roasted veggies that were precooked in batches and kept in warmers. The bread and pastries were nothing special. I would have hoped at least for some nice local spreads and jams and maybe higher quality cheese and charcuterie than what was on offer 3. Staff are a mixed bag - the guy manning the golf shop is great as is the head waiter at breakfast (who was obviously training up and giving instructions to his staff) was very welcoming, spoke English well and was helpful, but it seemed like half of the staff were still trainees that did not serve with confidence. I was also given incorrect information - i asked 3 times about the gym and I got 3 different answers -1) no, sorry there is no gym. 2) After I double checked the website and saw that they advertise a gym, I asked again and was told that there’s an outdoor area to the left of the pool with weights (there wasn’t one) 3) after asking again about the outdoor area with weights I was told it is closed due to the winter and the indoor gym closed due to covid. It’s obvious that more staff training is required. Most of the staff were polite, but apart from one or two people service was generally stiff. Also I don’t think guests should see the staff gathered around having a social chat off to the side in the middle of breakfast or dinner - it gave the place an air of a family farm (which it is not) rather than an upscale resort with professional staff. The hotel seems to cater to a mostly Italian clientele but it also seemed that many of the staff didn’t speak much English which was a bit surprising since everywhere else in Sicily it’s not been a problem. Despite this being built on the grounds of a former monastery there was no historical context provided - it would have been nice to have some signage or short explanations written so we can better understand the history and background of the site (which is beautiful). I had a great stay but this place could have been so much better if I had access to a nice gym and more food options - I would have spent more time on the premises if I didn’t feel compelled to drive into town for meals
5. Hotel Casale Milocca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Hotel Casale Milocca stems from a refined restructuring of a farm of the 800. The hotel is grim in the seaside area of Syracuse and combines the atmosphere of the old farmhouses with the comfort and amenities of a modern resort.
Beautiful clean and quiet
Reviewed By Mutlinational_girlLovely hotel on an agricultural farm. Basic but clean with amazing pool, great breakfasts and free bikes to go 1 km to a beautiful beach Aranella. The breakfast was served in a beautiful garden every morning - nice selection - most of it made directly from local farm.
6. Calapetra Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
See why so many travelers make Calapetra Resort their all-inclusive resort of choice when visiting Fontane Bianche. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Calapetra Resort offer air conditioning. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a sun terrace. Guests of Calapetra Resort are also welcome to enjoy a pool and free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. Fontane Bianche has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Malafemmina, La Capannina da Gino, and Ristorante del Lido Sayonara, which are serving up some great dishes. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Calapetra Resort as you experience all of the things Fontane Bianche has to offer.
Wonderful enjoyable stay
Reviewed By DuersWe were here for 4days. Good breakfast spotless clean place. Staff excellent thank you to Electra and Simone.They looked after us so well. Place is right next to the sandy public beach but we always found space. Everyday our sunbeds and towels (at no extra charge )were there waiting for us.even private parking is free if charge. There is a lovely small garden where one can relax or make use if the hot tub. All in all a wonderful excellent stay and we hope that Covid permitting we will be back in September. Thank you all
