The Best Hotels in Ortigia

Located on Siracusa's Ortigia island, the Ortea Palace - Luxury Hotel features a spa, an indoor pool and a restaurant. This converted Art Nouveau post office offers modern rooms with air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV.

Rooms at the Ortea Palace come with a kettle, a minibar and a private bathroom with soft bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms have views over the Porto Piccolo marina.

Guests can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast daily.

The wellness centre includes 2 Turkish baths, a sauna and a gym. There is also a hairdresser's and a beauty salon.

The 24-hour front desk provides currency exchange and a tour desk. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available.

The Temple of Apollo and the Ortigia Street Market are 250 metres from the property. Siracusa Cathedral is a 10-minute walk away.

Set on Ortigia Island overlooking the Ionian Sea, Algilà Ortigia Charme is right on the seafront. It features elegant, air-conditioned rooms equipped with antique furnishings from the 1700s. WiFi here is free.

It is housed in 3 buildings dating from 1700 decorated with antique furniture and decorations.

Each room comes with antique furniture and a private bathroom with decorated tiles. Some rooms boast wood-beamed ceilings or a four-poster bed.

Breakfast is buffet style, and includes Sicilian specialities such as organic marmalades. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with seafood specialities and a choice of gluten-free meals.

Other services offered at the property include free rental bike and free phone calls in Europe and North America.

Algilà Ortigia Charme Hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Siracusa Cathedral and 1 km from Castello Maniace. The ancient Greek amphitheatre is 10 minutes away by car.

Set overlooking the sea on the island of Ortigia, Hotel Henry's House offers a sun terrace, snack bar and free Wi-Fi throughout. The Duomo di Siracusa Cathedral is a 5-minute walk away.

Most featuring a small balcony or sea views, the elegant-style rooms at Henry's House come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and minibar. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Eggs, ham and cheese are served daily at the international breakfast along with locally produced cannoli pastries and cakes, orange juice and coffee.

The property is 150 metres from Castello Maniace, while the Neapolis Archeological Site is 3 km away.

Grand Hotel Des Etrangers is located in the centre of Ortigia Island and boasts beautiful sea views. It features a restaurant specialising in national cuisine.

Rooms and suites at Grand Hotel Des Etrangers are air conditioned and come with an international TV channels, wooden floors and a private bathroom. Most rooms have a balcony, while some also have sea views.

The hotel restaurant serves the finest Italian dishes. The breakfast room offers panoramic views over Siracusa's coast line, while the Roof Garden has a wonderful terrace for outdoor dining.

The Hotel reveals the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Each space is different, but everywhere there is a sense of peace and luxury.

Located in Siracusa, 300 metres from Cala Rossa Beach and 300 metres from the centre, Re Federico Boutique Hotel provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace.

The aparthotel offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bidet. There is also a kitchen in some of the units equipped with an oven, a dishwasher, and a microwave.

A buffet, continental or Italian breakfast is available daily at the property.

A car rental service is available at Re Federico Boutique Hotel.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Aretusa Beach, Castello Maniace and Tempio di Apollo. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa, 65 km from Re Federico Boutique Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Offering a rooftop terrace and glass elevator with sea views, the Grand Hotel is next to the main harbour and a 5-minute walk from the Aretusa Fountain. It is the only hotel in Ortigia with a private parking and spa facilities.

Rooms at the Grand Hotel Ortigia are spacious, and offer free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Some have a spa bath.

The Terrazza sul Mare restaurant is on the top floor of the hotel, overlooking the sea and harbour. it serves a variety of fine wines and regional specialities.

Located 300 metres from the centre of Siracusa, 300 metres from Cala Rossa Beach, Lùme provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, a terrace and a bar.

The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. There is also a kitchen in some of the units equipped with an oven, a dishwasher, and a stovetop.

An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Popular points of interest near Lùme include Aretusa Beach, Castello Maniace and Tempio di Apollo. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.

Featuring accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and flat-screen TV, Palazzo Alfeo Aparthotel is located 400 mt from Syracuse Cathedral and 2.1 km from Porto Piccolo.

Opening to a balcony with sea views, all units are fitted with a kitchen with an oven. Some units include a seating area and/or a terrace.

Cycling can be enjoyed nearby.

Archaeological Park of Neapolis is 3 km from the aparthotel, while Ospedale Rizza is 4.2 km away. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 63 km from the property.

Attractively set in Siracusa, palazzo salomone features air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and a garden. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle.

Guests at palazzo salomone can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast.

The accommodation offers a range of wellness facilities including a hot tub and a sauna.

Syracuse Cathedral is 0.45 km from palazzo salomone, while Porto Piccolo is 2.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 64 km from the hotel.

Well located in the centre of Siracusa, Hotel Ortigia Royal Suite provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.

At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe. Each room is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen equipped with a stovetop. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

A buffet, continental or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Popular points of interest near Hotel Ortigia Royal Suite include Cala Rossa Beach, Aretusa Beach and Castello Maniace. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa, 64 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

This boutique hotel is in the centre of Ortigia, near Piazza Duomo. It is set in a historic building with high ceilings and stone walls. Each of the 6 rooms is spacious and unique. There is free Wi-Fi in the lobby.

All rooms at Palazzo Del Sale include satellite TV, air conditioning, and a minibar. Several of the rooms also have a terrace. The bathrooms are made with local materials, such as lava stone and terracotta.

Palazzo Del Sale is close to the Aretusa Fountain, to the Maniace Castle and to all the most important churches of Siracusa. Enjoy a walk along the Lungomare promenade, which circles the whole island.

The hotel may only be available for long stays of 2 or more nights.

Offering a sun terrace and barl, CinqueSuites Ortigia is set in the the centre of Ortigia, 350 metres from Syracuse Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout.

The modern accommodation comes with a seating or living area, flat-screen TV and balcony. The en suite bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries.

The area is popular for snorkelling and diving. The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire. Syracuse Cathedral is 300 metres from CinqueSuites Ortigia, while Porto Piccolo is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 50 km from the property.

Located by the main landmarks of the historic centre of Siracusa, Hotel Gutkowski overlooks the sea and is comprised of 2 old buildings, which originally housed local fishermen and craftsmen.

Restored in a contemporary style, yet respectful of the Sicilian tradition, the Gutkowski boasts natural colours, intimate interior and a friendly atmosphere.

A buffet breakfast is offered daily including homemade cakes and yogurt, cheese, eggs and hot drinks.

Every room of this historic establishment is a bit different from the other ones, according to its position in the property. Some of the rooms face the sea, others, quieter, overlook the surrounding rooftops or face a typical old street.

Situated in Siracusa, less than 1 km from Cala Rossa Beach and 400 metres from the centre, Ortigia Boutique Palace features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a bar.

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, bidet and shower. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with city or sea views.

Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Aretusa Beach, Tempio di Apollo and Fontana di Diana. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa, 64 km from Ortigia Boutique Palace, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Set in a restored 15th-century building, Hotel Alla Giudecca is located on Ortigia Island, Syracuse's historic centre, just a few metres from the sea. WiFi is free in public areas.

Giudecca's rooms are spacious and come with a living area and small kitchenette. They are all air conditioned and come with satellite TV. Some feature a small private terrace.

The medieval parts of the building include the reception, breakfast room, reading room and lounge with fireplace. It is possible to visit the ancient Jewish ritual bath underneath the property.

A continental breakfast of sweet and savoury items is served daily. Parking for motorbikes is available for free in a private courtyard.

Guided tours around Syracuse are available in Italian and English, and beauty treatments can be organised. Syracuse Cathedral is 5 minutes' walk away.