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About the Hotel

Via Del Faro Massolivieri 26A, Syracuse, Italy, 96100

Grand Hotel Minareto is a 5-star luxury resort located on a promontory overlooking the island of Ortigia. The hotel offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich historical significance, situated within the Plemmirio Nature Reserve. Guests enjoy direct access to both sandy and rocky beaches alongside stunning views of Syracuse's coastline. Notably, it is positioned near the site where Archimedes famously defended Syracuse.

Location

Grand Hotel Minareto is situated approximately 9 km from the ancient Greek Amphitheatre and is easily accessible via a free shuttle bus to Ortigia. The hotel is positioned on cliffs that provide unobstructed views of the surrounding waters. Additionally, a booking is required for the boat shuttle service offered by the hotel, highlighting its strategic location for exploring historical sites.

Rooms

The hotel features 92 individually furnished rooms, all equipped with modern amenities. Each room includes comforts such as 24-hour room service, king-size beds, and large bathrooms. Several exclusive villas are also available, ranging from 80 to 220 sqm, ideal for families or couples. Guests can expect additional features such as LCD TVs, private minibars, air conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Eat & Drink

Minareto offers a culinary journey through Sicilian and Italian cuisine. The hotel's flagship restaurant, Nesos, provides opportunities for fine dining, including outdoor seating on the roof terrace during summer. Several bars are available for quick yet high-quality meals, and the dining experience is enhanced by the focus on local ingredients and traditional recipes.

Leisure & Business

For relaxation and wellness, the 2B Spa features a sauna, hammam, and whirlpool tub. The hotel also offers multiple private accesses to the sea, a gym, and landscaped gardens. Business travelers can utilize 3,400 square feet of meeting space, including a conference center and meeting room, while leisure guests can enjoy shaded areas by the pool, private sandy beaches, and whirlpools overlooking the sea.

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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

Deluxe Double Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

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Family Suite

Max:

4 persons

70 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Balcony

Air conditioning

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Suite Sea View

Max:

4 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Syracuse 3.2 km

Airports

Fontanarossa (CTA) 67.8 km

Comiso (CIY) 93.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The breakfast spread was impressive, featuring local specialties that energized us for the day.view full review

Refreshing Pool!

The private pool was the perfect retreat, providing a blissful ambiance to relax and unwind.view full review

Spacious Villas!

Our villa was exceptionally spacious, offering both comfort and privacy, which elevated our stay.view full review

Convenient Facilities!

The kitchenette amenities made it easy to prepare light meals, enhancing our overall experience.view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Allergy-free rooms
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Solarium
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Beauty treatment
Massage
Open-air bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Via Del Faro Massolivieri 26A, Syracuse, Italy, 96100

Map view

Via Del Faro Massolivieri 26A, Syracuse, Italy, 96100

City landmarks

Island

Ortigia

2.3 km

Church

Cathedral of Syracuse

2.1 km

Piazza Pancali Ortygia

Temple of Apollo

2.6 km

Fountain

Fountain of Diana

2.3 km

Piazza Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

2.1 km

Via Santa Lucia alla Badia 2

Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia

2.0 km

Square

Piazza Archimede

2.3 km

Museum

Museo dei Pupi

2.0 km

Museum

Museo del Papiro "Corrado Basile"

2.1 km

Museum

Temple of Artemis in Syracuse

2.2 km

Via San Martino 1

Church of San Martino

1.8 km

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Museum and Archimede Siracusa

2.4 km

Piazza Duomo

Palazzo Beneventano Del Bosco

2.2 km

Church

Church of St. Filippo Apostolo

2.1 km

Piazza San Giuseppe 1-6

Chiesa di San Giuseppe

2.0 km

Penisola Maddalena Capo Murro di Porco

Parco Marino del Plemmirio

2.1 km

Church

Church of San Giovanni Battista

2.1 km

Via Dei Mergulensi 4

Palazzo Montalto

2.3 km

Viale Paradiso 14 Parco Archeologico della Neapolis

Teatro Greco

4.5 km

Museum

Ipogeo di Piazza Duomo

2.1 km

Largo Porta Marina

Porta Marina

2.4 km

Museum

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

4.3 km

Plemmirio Marine Park

2.6 km

Fountain

Fountain of Arethusa

9.5 km

Beach

Punta Mola

2.5 km

Castle

Maniace Castle

10.0 km

Museum

Bellomo Palace Regional Gallery

9.6 km

Nearby

Punta Castelluccio Lighthouse

90 m

Sili Greci

520 m

Restaurants

Nesos

60 m

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

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7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

7.8

Service

8.6

Dining

6.8

David

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers spacious and well-set out rooms, though cleanliness could be improved. The service is helpful and polite, providing excellent assistance throughout the day. The location, though stunning with lovely grounds, may require improvement for a 5-star experience. Dining experiences vary from great to disappointing. Overall, a mixed but potentially enjoyable stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are spacious, well-equipped, and quite clean.

Service

9.0

The service was very helpful, polite, and friendly, including daily maid service and evening check-ups.

Location

8.0

The stunning location is great for sunning and enjoying the beach, with lovely grounds.

Dining

6.0

Dining experiences range from great offerings to occasional disappointments.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities are varied and may have improvement potential.

Maurice

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The unobstructed sea view from the rooms was amazing, although it could get a bit dark inside. Overall, a great hotel with a fantastic view of the bay towards Ortigya.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, including those far away from each other with street crossings in between, offered an unobstructed sea view. They can be a bit dark inside but are otherwise really great.

Service

9.0

The service was really great, though some staff seemed a bit inexperienced. The staff, however, were wonderfully polite, helpful, and always had a smile. They were a credit to the hotel.

Location

7.0

The location was superb with spectacular views. It demands a car as there is nothing close by, and the boat shuttle can be expensive. However, the fantastic view across to the Old Town was worth it.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was fine, offering a good variety with fresh fruit, cold meats, cheese, and pastries.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were convenient and met our needs. Some areas might need improvement for the price paid.

Paul

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel felt like a 4-star motel, offering clean and spacious rooms with a lovely private terrace and excellent air conditioning. The small bedside tables were a tad impractical, not accommodating items like books or chargers very well. The small balcony lacked privacy but overall the room was well-appointed.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were a good size, clean, and well appointed, with a lovely private terrace and great air conditioning.

Service

7.0

The service from the staff, including the gardeners, pool bar, and cafe, was friendly and accommodating, although there were some limitations like transportation availability.

Location

7.0

The hotel sits on the cliffs overlooking Syracuse with a breathtaking view of Mount Etna in the distance. It offers a nearly private beach with inviting sunbeds, but is unfortunately plagued by flies, which was unexpected for a 5-star establishment.

Dining

8.0

The restaurant staff were excellent, offering a buffet-style continental breakfast with a decent selection of items. The overall dining experience was pleasant with friendly service.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities are well-maintained and provide for a comfortable stay.

Glyn

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers a brilliant view of the bay with Syracuse on the other side. The rooms are nicely furnished and very clean, although more like a 4-star motel than a 5-star quality. The service is fantastic, with staff going out of their way to be helpful. The location is excellent, especially for those with a hire car. The dining experience is overall good, with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are nicely furnished and very clean, offering a brilliant view of the bay with Syracuse on the other side, but they resemble a 4-star motel more than a 5-star quality.

Service

9.0

The service is fantastic, with staff going out of their way to be helpful, ensuring an exceptional experience for all guests. However, serving both wedding and holiday guests may lead to occasional service issues.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent, especially if you have a hire car, as it's 20 minutes from Syracuse and close to two great beaches and a nice swimming pool.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience is really nice overall, although there are some issues like needing a voucher for beach towels and sun loungers. However, the food is well-catered and enjoyable.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a nice swimming pool, two great beaches, and a good restaurant. However, there are some minor inconveniences like long shuttle wait times and strict rules about breakfast.

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Josh

United States, April 2023

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were comfortable and well-proportioned, serviced twice daily. Some rooms have excellent sea views, though it can be a bit dark inside. Overall, a really great hotel.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were comfortable, well-proportioned, and serviced twice daily. Some have excellent sea views.

Service

9.0

The service was absolutely charming and very helpful. The staff were polite, kind, and eager to assist with anything we needed.

Location

8.0

The location is superb with spectacular views. The hotel offers a beautiful almost private beach and easy access to swim in the Mediterranean. While remote, having a car was convenient for exploring. Taxis and water taxis to the town center were fixed fees, which limited the nightlife options in Syracuse.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was great with a rich variety of options to cater to everyone's breakfast needs. However, there were some disappointing moments with limited choices and service during peak times.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities including room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, valet parking, welcome drink, and pet amenities.