- Located in the heart of Syracuse
- A modern hotel in ancient surroundings
Located in the heart of Syracuse, the stylish Grande Albergo Alfeo hotel provides a great base from which to explore this historic city. Rich in Greek history and culture, Syracuse is synonymous with spectacular archaeological sites, including the magnificent Greek theatre, dating back to 5th century BC.
The hotel itself has recently been renovated to offer modern accommodation, a stylish restaurant and a relaxing bar, where you can end the day with a glass of chilled wine. If you wish to escape the heat of the day, enjoy some quiet time at the hotel’s reading room or relax in the inner courtyard.
After spending the night in your comfortable room, enjoying either panoramic harbour view or a view over the city, start the new day with a tasty buffet breakfast before exploring the rest of this beautiful town and its surroundings.
The hotel has 39 rooms (official rating 4 star). Citalia does not accept children at this hotel, however this is not an adult-only property.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Restaurant, Bar & Reading Room
Wifi
Wifi
Free wifi connection is available in the public areas.
About the location
Holidays in Syracuse are an immersive voyage of discovery through the ages. Situated on the south Eastern coast of Sicily and surrounded by the Ionian Sea, Syracuse is one of the most important towns in Italy for its architecture, monuments and art. From ancient Greek origins, the history of the town spans the Roman Empire and successive Saracen, Norman and Spanish invasions. Today, the peaceful atmosphere, with its natural beauty, stunning coastline and historical diversity, will seduce you too. The town is an ideal base for couples and families with a passion for cultural travel.
Under the Sicilian sun, retrace ancient civilisations through the flagstone paved streets lined by warm stone buildings, where unique statues and evocative relics are to be found around every corner. Take advantage of the slow pace of life and take the time to check out the inspiring range of restaurants, shops, bars and street markets. This maritime town, tracing nearly 3000 years of history, provides an unforgettable backdrop to an inspirational and fascinating holiday at any time of year.
Transfer time
The hotel is 1 hour from Catania airport. Return private transfers included. To change your transfers or book car hire instead, simply call us once you’ve completed your booking.
Classic Room
Max 3 adults
Classic Rooms are stylishly decorated with minimalist furnishings and luxurious fittings.
Executive Room
Max 2 adults
Executive Rooms are stylishly decorated with minimalist furnishings and luxurious fittings.
Rate Reduction
10% Rate reduction for stays of 3 nights or more for stays completed by 31 October 2020.
Based on 863 traveller reviews
85% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
354
Very Good
378
Average
112
Poor
15
Terrible
5
Reviews
“ Perfect
Terence K, Milford on Sea, United Kingdom
Oct 16 2020
This is a biggish hotel, v close to the sights of Syracuse. The rooms are large, comfortable, good bathroom. Breakfast was the usual Covid affair ........ which I'm sure the hotel cringes...
This is a biggish hotel, v close to the sights of Syracuse. The rooms are large, comfortable, good bathroom. Breakfast was the usual Covid affair ........ which I'm sure the hotel cringes about......but was perfectly adequate. There's a useful lounge for clients in transit - you can wait there and help yourself to a coffee or tea whilst waiting for an airport taxi.
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“ Excellent base for visiting Siracusa and SE Sicily
Mick_and_Moose, Buckinghamshire
Oct 04 2020
The Grande Albergo Alfeo justifies the "Grande" in its name - the high-ceilinged public areas are very spacious, as was our double room. The hotel is conveniently situated between the railway...
The Grande Albergo Alfeo justifies the "Grande" in its name - the high-ceilinged public areas are very spacious, as was our double room. The hotel is conveniently situated between the railway station and the heart of old Siracusa on Ortigia. Reception staff were very helpful and courteous, cleanliness couldn't be faulted, and a better than average breakfast was served in difficult Covid circumstances by letting guests pre-order the day before. We would certainly stay here again if we return to Siracusa.
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“ Very good stay.
dvdand, leicester
Sep 25 2020
Very pleased with all aspects of my stay. Excellent value for money. Perfect location. Half way between the train station and the island of Ortygia where most sites are. The sites of mainland...
Very pleased with all aspects of my stay. Excellent value for money. Perfect location. Half way between the train station and the island of Ortygia where most sites are. The sites of mainland Syracusa are also walkable.
Lovely clean spacious room with nice bathroom and shower. My room had a terrace come skylight with a partial view to Ortygia though not all rooms had them.
Breakfast is fine ( pre order per Covid safety) at only 5 euros. Staff spoke enough English. Wifi worked perfectly well. Room had a functioning safe.
Cant find fault . Recommended.
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“ A little discipline is always healthy
pcastaneda13, Rome, Italy
Sep 19 2020
Siracuse is an historic, God forsaken port city in deep south Italy, in fact in east Sicily. Maybe, just maybe, these circumstances explain the locals persistent indolence and no purpose rebellious...
Siracuse is an historic, God forsaken port city in deep south Italy, in fact in east Sicily. Maybe, just maybe, these circumstances explain the locals persistent indolence and no purpose rebellious attitude
A clear example of this context is this hotel. I left early several more than once and every time I went through reception there was the invariable group of employees, lead by the owner or manager, gathering around a computer and passionately discussing trivialities, Italian style. Of course, no mask and no social distancing.In fact, it was not strange to catch an employee hastingly putting on a mask the moment he/she noticed a guest in the surroundings
The hotel is centrally located but then the ???centro historico??? is rather small.Gran Albergo Alfeo sells itself as a four star establishment but tolerates one star behaviour such as clothes lines set up in the balcony of its most expensive rooms.Maybe that is because we are in Siracuse, Sicily,deep south of Italy, ???l???altra Italia??? as they say in Milan and with good reason.
Breakfast is Spartan and service by a well coordinated waiters. Cleaning is fair and staff is friendly maybe because they are tollerated
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“ Comfortable hotel with friendly staff
Chris F, Callington, United Kingdom
Sep 05 2020
We enjoyed four nights in a balcony room as part of our stay in Sicily. The room was clean, spacious and had some very welcome air conditioning in the 28C heat of the day and 26C heat of the night...
We enjoyed four nights in a balcony room as part of our stay in Sicily. The room was clean, spacious and had some very welcome air conditioning in the 28C heat of the day and 26C heat of the night. The bed was very comfortable and resulted in a great night???s sleep. The staff were excellent and the precautions for covid were not only well observed but done so in such a way as to not feel oppressive. Breakfast is ordered the night before and brought to your table in the breakfast room. However the staff were happy to provide extra items if you required them. We had an early start to catch our train on the last morning, but the staff at the hotel were happy to provide us with our breakfast bagged up for us to take with us, which we happily ate on the train. We will definitely consider staying here again when we next return to Siracusa.
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