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Grand Hotel Ortigia, Syracuse
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About the Hotel
Viale Mazzini, 12,
Syracuse,
Italy,
96100,
Sicily
Grand Hotel Ortigia is a 5-star hotel featuring a private parking area and spa facilities. Its aesthetic design allows for a unique atmosphere while providing modern comforts, including free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Grand Hotel Ortigia offer free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Premium bedding is available, with options for pillow menus. Higher category rooms may be offered at no additional cost.
Dining Options
The Terrazza sul Mare restaurant serves a regional and international menu with a variety of fine wines. A rich buffet breakfast is offered every morning on the terrace, which overlooks the sea and marina.
Leisure & Relaxation
Guests can unwind at the hotel’s spa facilities, which include spa tubs and steam rooms. A rooftop terrace provides additional leisure space, offering stunning sunset views over the water.
Location & Transportation
Grand Hotel Ortigia is set in Ortigia, close to historical attractions like Piazza Archimede and the Fountain of Arethusa. Nearby bus stops include Umberto and Archimede, both within a 5-minute walk.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Amazing Breakfast
“The breakfast spread on the rooftop terrace was a highlight, featuring a delicious buffet alongside an extensive menu of egg dishes.” view full review
Spotless Rooms
“Our rooms were immaculate and beautifully appointed; returning to fresh towels and sweet treats made our stay even more special.” view full review
Welcoming Environment
“The hotel is dog-friendly and our Maltese Terrier loved exploring the elegant marble floors and grand staircase.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Private beach
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Viale Mazzini, 12,
Syracuse,
Italy,
96100,
Sicily
Map view
Viale Mazzini, 12,
Syracuse,
Italy,
96100,
Sicily
City landmarks
Piazza Pancali Ortygia
Temple of Apollo
840 m
Fountain
Fountain of Arethusa
690 m
Viale Paradiso 14 Parco Archeologico della Neapolis
Teatro Greco
2.1
km
Museum
Bellomo Palace Regional Gallery
840 m
Museum
Archaeological Park of Neapolis
2.5
km
Castle
Maniace Castle
1.1
km
Cave
Ear of Dionysius
2.0
km
Museum
Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi
2.0
km
Syracuse
Foro Siracusano
750 m
Porto Piccolo
1.2
km
Museum
Museo del Papiro "Corrado Basile"
820 m
Church
Church of San Giovanni Battista
610 m
Church
Santuario della Madonna delle Lacrime
1.8
km
Nearby
Church
Cathedral of Syracuse
560 m
Island
Ortigia
480 m
Fountain
Fountain of Diana
420 m
Square
Piazza Archimede
420 m
Piazza Duomo
Piazza del Duomo
530 m
Largo Porta Marina
Porta Marina
100 m
Via Santa Lucia alla Badia 2
Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia
470 m
Ponte Umbertino
Archimedes Statue
260 m
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Museum and Archimede Siracusa
250 m
Museum
Temple of Artemis in Syracuse
380 m
Museum
Museo dei Pupi
590 m
Piazza Duomo
Palazzo Beneventano Del Bosco
330 m
Via Dei Mergulensi 4
Palazzo Montalto
560 m
Piazza Archimede 11 Palazzo Pupillo
Arkimedeion Museum
310 m
Church
Church of St. Filippo Apostolo
540 m
Piazza Francesco Corpaci 1
Church of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception
500 m
Museum
Ipogeo di Piazza Duomo
380 m
Restaurants
Dioniso
150 m
Via Claudio Mario Arezzo 29 Ortigia - near Porta Marina
La Terrazza sul Mare
120 m
Viale Mazzini 12
Trattoria La Tavernetta da Piero
280 m
Via Cavour
Il Veliero
140 m
Via Savoia 6
Crudo Fishbar
70 m
Via Duca Degli Abruzzi 13
Wine shop @
140 m
Via Savoia 2
Ristorante Al Timone
70 m
Via Duca Degli Abruzzi 11
Sicilia in Tavola
320 m
Via Cavour 28
La Cantinaccia
100 m
XX Settembre 13
Trattoria Rusticana da Lisetta
80 m
Via Dei Mille 43
Ristorante Porta Marina
220 m
Via Dei Candelai 35
Antica Porta di Gatto Gianluca
170 m
Largo Porta Marina 1/a
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Great location
Old-fashioned rooms
Views not as expected
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
6.6
Location
8.7
Service
7.1
Dining
8.3
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 7 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 937 reviews
Jack
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.2/10
The hotel had a mix of old-fashioned and cool rooms with unexpected views. The service was outstanding with friendly and helpful staff. The location was excellent for both leisure and work purposes. The dining experience was wonderful and plentiful. The facilities provided added convenience and comfort to the stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a mix of very old-fashioned and cool styles, but the views didn't match expectations.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional with friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent for both leisure activities and work, with nice views and convenient access to amenities.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was wonderful and plentiful, offering homemade bread and small presents during cleaning.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offered top-quality facilities that enhanced the overall stay.
Friendly staff
Old-fashioned rooms
Mark
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were inconvenient in layout and outdated, but the breakfast on the balcony was delightful. The bar/lounge area provided great dining options.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were small and very inconvenient, with outdated furnishings but a lovely breakfast view.
Service
8.0
The staff were fluent in English and always helpful and friendly during my stay.
Location
7.0
The location was perfect for exploring Ortigia and the mainland, although the hotel is a bit old.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was superb, especially with excellent views overlooking the harbor.
Facilities
The facilities provided a fantastic dining experience with harbor views.
Hugh
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were large and comfortable, but having to pay extra for powdered coffee and eggs was a downside. The service felt bureaucratic and lacking charm, with slow responses and a sense of disinterest. On the bright side, the location was excellent, offering a beautiful view, and the dining experience, especially with the harbor view, was delightful.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were large and comfortable, but the extra charge for powdered coffee and eggs was disappointing.
Service
5.0
The service felt bureaucratic, lacking charm, and appeared disinterested in guests' wellbeing.
Location
9.0
The location was very good with an excellent view from the balcony, and the hotel was perfectly situated for exploring Ortigia.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent, especially with the harbor view.
Facilities
7.0
John
United States,
May
2023
6.0/10
The hotel was not ideal in terms of room amenities as they were very outdated, the bubble bath was not functional, curtains were hard to open, air conditioning barely worked, limited plugs for charging devices, and breakfast was overpriced at 50 euros daily for basic items like powdered coffee and eggs. However, the one-level layout was more comfortable, although noise from the kitchen could be bothersome at times, and it tended to be a bit chilly.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were outdated and had various issues, making the stay less than perfect.
Service
5.0
The staff were aware of noise problems but had no immediate resolution, and some were unfriendly and inefficient when handling complaints.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, offering convenient onsite parking, near the harbor and charming Ortygia with easy access to attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, with a scenic view from the rooftop and delicious Sicilian specialties.
Facilities
The hotel provided good dining options and a beautiful view from the roof.
Bob
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offers stunning rooms with a mezzanine level and a private balcony overlooking the harbor, yet some rooms lack ventilation. The high-ceiling rooms provide ample storage space for your belongings. The service was accommodating, even assisting with minor requests. The location is superb, with helpful staff and affordable parking. The dining options may not meet the expectations of every guest, but the overall experience is delightful.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were fantastic, especially with the mezzanine level and private balcony overlooking the harbor.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with staff going out of their way to assist guests.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, with friendly staff and convenient parking options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, although not exceptional, offered satisfactory options for guests.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides a range of facilities that enhance the overall guest experience.
Charles
United States,
May
2023
8.4/10
I was quite impressed by the unique room layout with a mezzanine level, but they definitely need some refurbishments to improve the overall feel of the suite. The service was a mix of minimally helpful and extremely pleasant and helpful experiences. The location was outstanding, offering beautiful views and convenience. The dining experience overlooking the water was first-class, although a bit lacking in some local sweets.
Rooms
7.0
The room's high ceiling allowed for an interesting mezzanine level setup, but the suite lacked a spacious feel and could use refurbishments.
Service
8.0
The service was a mix of minimally helpful interactions and extremely pleasant and helpful encounters.
Location
9.0
The location was prime, overlooking Porto Grande with beautiful waterfront views and close proximity to main attractions.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was top-notch, offering a variety of delicious options overlooking the water, though missing some local sweets.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities to enhance the overall experience.
Martin
United Kingdom,
May
2023
9.0/10
The hotel rooms were clean and comfortable, offering all necessary amenities, although they felt a bit cramped for our luggage. The service was exemplary, with staff readily available and accommodating, even going above and beyond to refund us and provide breakfast. The location was exceptional, boasting a stunning view, and being the only hotel in the area with convenient onsite parking. Dining was a delightful experience with superb offerings and captivating views.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with just enough space for our belongings, despite having a dated decor.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with helpful and pleasant staff and a range of available amenities.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, providing a panoramic view of the harbor from a splendid terrace.
Dining
9.0
Dining was absolutely superb, with a delightful experience enhanced by the picturesque views.
Facilities
The hotel offered a variety of facilities for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.