- Located infront of the beautiful island of Ortigia with spectacular sea views
- Elegant guest rooms and an array of facilities including a private beach
Boasting a fantastic location infront of the beautiful island of Ortigia, the Hotel Minareto offers a relaxing experience. Its private beach, set within the protected marine reserve, has soft white sand and offers the perfect place to enjoy the Sicilian sunshine, with comfortable loungers and beach staff on hand to ensure your time there is enjoyable. There's also a freshwater pool located in the heart of the resort where the Grill&Bar Restaurant serves cooling drinks and typical Sicilian specialities. In the evenings, choose to dine in one of two restaurants including the Titanic where you can dine on the spectacular terrace that hangs over the sea. For a pre-dinner aperitif, the elegant lobby bar is the perfect choice. Guest rooms at this hotel are decorated in a traditional style with modern comforts, providing a comfortable home away from home.
The hotel has 97 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-11 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Grill & Bar
Located besides the pool, this casual restaurant offers a range of meals including traditional local rotisserie specialities, freshly-caught fish and ice cream.
Open 10am - 7pm.
Lobby Bar
Enjoy a relaxing drink in the comfortable seating in the lobby bar.
Titanic Terrace
The Titanic Terrace is open during the summer and offers spectacular sea views.
Restaurant Nesos
Included With: Half Board
Dress Code: Smart casual clothing.
This atmospheric restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine using fresh, local ingredients.
Open 12.30pm - 2.30pm and 7.30pm - 11pm.
Beach & Pools
Freshwater Swimming Pool
Complimentary pool towels are provided.
Beach
Guests can use Latomie beach with loungers, umbrellas and complimentary beach towels.
Spa & Wellness
Gym
The gym is equipped with modern state of the art equipment including cardio machines and weights. The gym is open 24 hours a day.
Minareto Spa
The Minareto Spa is the perfect place for couples to relax in the private area and take advantage of the range of massages and treatments on offer. The spa is equipped with a sauna, Turkish bath, Emotional Shower and Jacuzzi bath.
Activities & Entertainment
Bicycle Hire
The hotel offers a complimentary bike rental service.
Wifi & Parking
Wifi & Parking
Free wifi connection is available in the public areas.
On-site parking is available free of charge.
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 Double
Max 2 adults
These rooms have been designed with one thing in mind: to transmit a high perception of luxury and to guarantee a really good night’s sleep.
The Classic rooms provide guests with all comforts and luxury accessories: Persian carpets, satin sheets, furnished private terraces, individually-controlled air conditioning with air recycling, mini bar, safe and 32-inch LCD television.
The bathrooms are in quality marble and have suspended design bathroom fittings. Guests are also given an exclusive amenity kit containing 8 different products, custom-made by Transvital, and a soft hand-embroidered bathrobe.
Superior Room
Max 3 adults
Superior Rooms have a balcony overlooking the resort's gardens and are available on request, please call to book. Superior Rooms with a sea view are available for a supplement.
Ortigia Sea View
Max 3 adults
These rooms have the beautiful sea views and boast a terrace with view of Ortigia Island city centre of Siracusa and Unesco patrimony.
Rooms are furnished with different styles deco with fine furniture.
Bathrooms are built with fine marbles with shower and a courtesy line.
Deluxe Ortigia Sea View
Max 3 adults, 1 child
The Deluxe Rooms have small terraces with sea views over the splendid Island of Ortigia. They provide guests with all comforts and luxury accessories: Persian carpets, satin sheets, furnished private terraces, individually-controlled air conditioning with air recycling, a mini bar, safe, and a 32” LCD TV.
The beautiful marble bathrooms have suspended design bathroom fittings and for all guests there is an exclusive amenity kit with 8 products by Transvital and a soft, hand-embroidered bathrobe.
Junior Suite Sea View
Max 3 adults, 1 child
From 40m2 excluding bathroom and terrace, these are at the extreme edge of the promontory on which the Resort is built, overlooking a sheer drop to the sea. All have a Terrace with view on Ortigia Island city centre of Siracusa and Unesco patrimony.
Furnished with different styles deco, romantic and harmony, with fine furniture of high artisanal production to create a relaxing atmosphere.
Bathrooms are built with fine marbles with showers and a courtesy line.
Garden Suite with Private Pool
Max 3 adults, 1 child
Garden Suites have a private pool and combine privacy, style and comfort.
Each of the four suites has a large living area, with the possibility, where there is not already a separation through a partition wall, to add an additional bed, master bedroom and large bathrooms with walk-in showers.
Outside, they offer relaxation and privacy thanks to the lush garden that surrounds them and boast a private swimming pool of 15 sqm, for exclusive use.
These suites are available on request, please call to book.
Based on 1819 traveller reviews
83% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Reviews
“ Breathtaking Place - Thanks You! Grazie!
metzcor, Jersey, United Kingdom
Jul 25 2021
Fantastic place in the heart of the Plemmirio, located on the tip of a bay surrounded by one side a sandy beach and a rocky beach on the other. Very close to Siracusa (10mins by car) and super close...
Fantastic place in the heart of the Plemmirio, located on the tip of a bay surrounded by one side a sandy beach and a rocky beach on the other. Very close to Siracusa (10mins by car) and super close to other fantastic places (Marzamemi, Vendicari, PortoPalo, Noto).
Super friendly staff, always willing to help, give you recommendations and serve you, the Whatsapp chat it is a great idea to comunicate with customers.
Great food at the restaurant always fresh and local. Super friendly staff (in particular Pietro and his team) always very keen to give us recommendations and suggestions on the food and wine. Excellent job!
Room was always super clean as the beach and the resort overall.
It is the best place if you are looking for relax, great food and people overall an unforgettable experience.
Grazie mille di tutto, siete fantastici!
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“ The best hotel we've ever stayed at
julienyrene,
Jul 23 2021
First of all I want to say thank you to all the wonderful staff at Grand Hotel Minareto. You've been so nice, helpful and kind. All communication were via Whatsapp and they responded very fast. We...
First of all I want to say thank you to all the wonderful staff at Grand Hotel Minareto. You've been so nice, helpful and kind. All communication were via Whatsapp and they responded very fast. We got a very nice mini villa with a sea view. We layed by the rocks all week and we ordered lunch, wine, drinks etc via Whatsapp and it all went on smoothly. We took the boat into Ortigia almost everynight and it was such a beautiful ride in the sunset, only like 10 minutes. We ate at the Nessos restaurant, the Ostrica was soooo delicious and also the lobster pasta. Special thanks to Pietro (I think it was his name) that always made the litte extra for us. And thank you to Ceccina (?) in the reception that helped us book the Rapid/Antigen test. THANKS TO ALL! It was SUCH a good stay.
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“ Very nice property tucked away from all of the chaos
Melrob75,
May 30 2021
Upon arrival we noticed the property was well kept and very upscale. We were automatically upgraded to a better room than what we paid for, although this room was a little walk away from the main...
Upon arrival we noticed the property was well kept and very upscale. We were automatically upgraded to a better room than what we paid for, although this room was a little walk away from the main property, the room was excellent quality. The garden was meticulously manicured and not lacking for anything. Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. The room we stayed in was a shared villa with a private pool. This building had two separate entrance gates and a third that led to another property that was separate from the building we stayed in. We were curious about the ocean front rooms as the view was beautiful. Our room only had a view of the garden, but was still very nice and luxurious. The bed was very comfortable. We had to call for maintenance to come check the water in the room, as it was cold. They initially checked and said it was fine, however there are two bathrooms and we believed they checked the smaller bathroom which was working fine. We called them back to check again and they fixed the problem. I believe the water heater was turned off as the property has been closed most likely through the winter and they mistakenly did not turn it back on. After the maintenance people came, they sent housekeeping to come clean the floor soon after without our requesting. Our only complaint was that the restaurant lacked choices and wasn't the best quality. The chairs were also uncomfortable in the dining room. We sat outside for breakfast and this was very nice but don't expect too much for dinner. It is overpriced for what is offered. We knew we would be isolated at this location and planned for that so it was not going to make or break this trip. The water taxi was on time and even came to bring us back to the hotel early when we decided we were ready to return sooner than expected. We chose this hotel over another luxury hotel that was close to Agrigento and are glad we did. The other hotel reviews said service was severely lacking and this was not the case here. Every day men were constantly cleaning and trimming plants on the property and staff was always available via WhatsApp for whatever we needed. This is extremely convenient and I loved how easy it was to arrange coffee or the water taxi.
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“ Wonderful relaxing break
cankjaer, Kent, United Kingdom
Nov 14 2020
Beautiful room and fantastic service, particularly during weird Covid times! Great food from a varied menu that meant we could eat ???in??? all week without getting bored. Wonderful boat trip to...
Beautiful room and fantastic service, particularly during weird Covid times! Great food from a varied menu that meant we could eat ???in??? all week without getting bored. Wonderful boat trip to Ortigia. Lovely to lie by the pool or on the beach. Staff were amazing and made our holiday fantastic.
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“ Great Hotel, exclusive, very friendly staff...
Mummvonoldenburg, Berlin, Germany
Oct 24 2020
The area, where the hotel is situated is fantastic because you have two parts of the sea were you can relax... one is more quiet with beds on the rock, the other one has a sandy beach. The Breakfast...
The area, where the hotel is situated is fantastic because you have two parts of the sea were you can relax... one is more quiet with beds on the rock, the other one has a sandy beach. The Breakfast is very good, the rooms are beautiful and the stuff is very helpful and extremely friendly...
I ordered some small dishes they were all very good... and you can talk to the staff by WhatsApp and stay in touch with them anytime so every single order is arriving in minutes...villas and suites are nice decorated and it???s a real holiday resort. Don???t save money, spend it on your comfort... after that stay you will be energetic & powerful! I loved everything there!
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