Minareto

Syracuse, Sicily

Based on 2260 traveller reviews

83% of travellers recommended this hotel

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 does not have a road shuttle service to the island of Ortigia but can arrange a taxi boat service which will take a few minutes. The boat departs from the hotel’s rocky beach and the price is € 25,00 per person round trip, for a minimum of 2 people, until 11pm. If the service is booked by a single person, the cost is € 50,00 round trip, until 11pm.
Boat service is subject to the skipper's availability and sea conditions.

The hotel has 97 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-11 years.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Pool Drink Bar

Located besides the pool, this casual bar offers a range of refreshments poolside.

Open 12pm - 7pm.

Lobby Bar

Enjoy a relaxing drink in the comfortable seating in the lobby bar.

Ortigia Terrace

The Ortigia Terrace is open during the summer and offers spectacular sea views.

Plemmirio Terrace Restaurant

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

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.

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Classic Double

Max 2 adults

Located on ground level and surrounded by lush green area, the Classic rooms are decorated in traditional style and come with a furnished outdoor terrace, individually-controlled air conditioning with air recycling, mini bar, safe and 32-inch LCD television.

The bathrooms are in fine 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.

Facilities

Air conditioning

Minibar

WiFi

Separate shower

Balcony or Terrace

Room Service

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Ortigia Sea View

Max 3 adults

These rooms have the beautiful sea views and boast a terrace with view of Ortigia Island, the historic centre of Siracusa and Unesco patrimony.

Rooms are furnished in different déco styles, with fine furniture. Tea and coffee making facilities are available.

Bathrooms are built with fine marbles with shower and a courtesy line.

Facilities

Air conditioning

Minibar

WiFi

Tea and coffee facilities

Room Service

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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.

Facilities

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Family Suite Terrace with Internal or Garden View

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Contemporary design suite in soft colours divided from the living area through a sliding door, this separation makes it ideal for a family holiday. In the living area there is a comfortable double sofa bed and a coffee station.

This spacious suite has a well equipped external terrace overlooking the gardens of the resort.

Bathrooms have a large walk in showers and a courtesy line.

Facilities

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Panoramic Suite Ortigia Sea View Terrace

Max 3 adults, 1 child

This spacious suite has a well equipped terrace with magnificent sea views.

Bathrooms have a large walk in showers and a courtesy line.

Facilities

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Garden Jacuzzi Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Jacuzzi Suites are located on the ground level and combine privacy, style and comfort.
Each of the suites has a bright living area, master bedroom, relaxation area 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 Jacuzzi hydro massage tub, for exclusive use.

These suites are available on request, please call to book.

Facilities

Air conditioning

Minibar

WiFi

Room Service

This room is not available to book online.
But give us a call and one of our travel centre experts may be able to get a quote for you. Call to book 01293 762410 *

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Panoramic Jacuzzi Suite Ortigia

Max 2 adults

The panoramic Jacuzzi Suite Ortigia combines privacy, style and comfort. Offering magnificent views of Ortigia from the Jacuzzi on the spacious terrace.

Bathroom features a large walk-in shower and an exclusive courtesy line.

Facilities

Early Booking Discount

10% Early booking discount for stays completed between 17 April - 21 October 2025 booked by 31 March 2025.

Based on 2260 traveller reviews

83% of travellers recommended this hotel

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Must Book Renovated Room Only

morsel3, San Diego, California

Dec 08 2024

I gave it a 4 Star because our experience got much better once we got into a renovated room but when we initially arrived I wanted to check out and was shocked that the rooms don’t reflect the...

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A remote oasis in Syracuse

pistolpeteb,

Nov 07 2024

Minareto is a well maintained hotel, somewhat outside Syracuse, so be prepared to either drive into town (20mins), take a taxi (40 Eur one way) or take the boat (25 Eur pp). Even though it is more...

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Special location with special service

PvM1, Boca Raton, Florida

Oct 28 2024

We arrived at the Minareto by mere luck. We walked out of the previous hotel that markets itself as a 5 start and barely makes it to one. In the desperation of finding a place for four days, the...

We arrived at the Minareto by mere luck. We walked out of the previous hotel that markets itself as a 5 start and barely makes it to one. In the desperation of finding a place for four days, the Minareto gave us a solution for all (five in the family) which resulted in an incredible time. They offered us a villa where we all could fit comfortably with all the amenities and a complete kitchen. The accommodations are extremely good. The villa was fantastic, and the regular rooms (we visited two types) are also very good. The bathrooms products are top quality, the towels and all the other things are also excellent. The property is located at the end of the closing arm of the Siracusa port entrance, giving you a fantastic view of the Isola de Ortigia, the most important element of Siracusa. It offers a full serviced beach with the beauty of the Mediterranean sea water, plus other locations where you can enjoy the sun and the sea. You will not have to rent a boat to contemplate the marvelous sunset since you’ll be able to do it from one of the terraces with a full service bar at your disposition. Also, hotel has a paid service to take you to Ortigia, which will allow you to enjoy the historic part of Siracusa without the hassle of parking the car. Breakfast is served as buffet with a complete range of a la carte options. We enjoyed dinner at their flagship restaurant in the terrace contemplating the sea. The quality of the food plus the wine list was memorable. I would like to make a special mention that the service from the cleaning staff was one of the best I saw in this trip through Sicily. Also, when we asked if the house had some type of portable speaker (the house has a big terrace/garden with a pool to enjoy), that we could put outside to listen to music while sitting there, the housekeeping personnel told us they had none. Less than an hour later, the gentleman from the front desk appeared at the house with a brand new JBL portable speaker that they bought for us. I must mention that my surprise and my admiration for the hotel management went to another level. When you sell luxury service to your clients, this type of “out of the park home runs” take you very far. Again, I express here my gratitude to property staff for the wonderful time they provide us (we returned the speaker at check out). If you’re planning to go to Siracusa, either with the whole family or with your partner, don’t hesitate to stay here. You will not regret it.

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Minareto

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Pool Drink Bar

Lobby Bar

Ortigia Terrace

Plemmirio Terrace Restaurant

Beach & Pools

Freshwater Swimming Pool

Beach

Spa & Wellness

Gym

Minareto Spa

Activities & Entertainment

Bicycle Hire

Wifi & Parking

Wifi & Parking

About the location

Transfer time

Classic Double

Facilities

Ortigia Sea View

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Deluxe Ortigia Sea View

Facilities

Family Suite Terrace with Internal or Garden View

Facilities

Panoramic Suite Ortigia Sea View Terrace

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Garden Jacuzzi Suite

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Panoramic Jacuzzi Suite Ortigia

Facilities

Early Booking Discount

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