Grand Hotel Ortigia

"This is a beautiful, historic hotel in an excellent location. The room was very comfortable and had a fantastic view of the sea. Bed was very comfortable and the bathroom had every amenity. Breakfast was included and was terrific, everything you could want, and was served in a lovely room with outdoor space facing the sea. The staff was excellent, accommodating in every way. There is a small museum on the lower level housing artifacts and remnants of the original Spanish Walls that once surrounded the city. We found it fascinating. Easy walking distance to restaurants, the Duomo and other historic sites. Highly recommend and would definitely return!"

"The hotel has a stunning waterfront view and is well located. The furniture is a bit fussy. Excellent breakfast in a room with an amazing view of the bay. Helpful and pleasant staff. The room : excessive window treatments, nice wood floors, sparkling white towels and sheets, very clean. Rooms facing the street (back of hotel) are subject to very noisy street cleaning every night around 4-5 AM, which disrupted my sleep and was quite unpleasant."

"We stayed for 10 nights from the 10th to the 20th on this amazing hotel. With a perfect position for exploring Ortigia and Syracuse this hotel truly exceeded our expectations. We stayed in the Aretusa suite which is the only room that has its own private balcony which was set on two levels with the bedroom upstairs and a very comfortable living area downstairs with the balcony. Sensational service from all the staff and a natural style and elegance which was truly a pleasure. The restaurant La Terraza was excellent and to be able to eat breakfast every morning outside looking at the super yachts, cruise ships and other vessels was remarkable- we even had dolphins come to visit! Outstanding food and service they really make you feel truly special. When we return to Ortigia we will never stay anywhere else.!"