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Grand Hotel Ortigia

sicily, italy

About Grand Hotel Ortigia

location

This hotel is located on the Ortigia peninsula, in the tourist centre of Syrakus. The sea is located close to the hotel and sightseeing attractions, such as the Greek Theatre, the Ropemaker's Cave, Dionysius Ear, the Roman amphitheatre and Archimedes tomb are all in the vicinity. In only a number of minutes, guests will arrive at numerous shopping venues, nightclubs, and public transport (all within 300 m). Syrakus beach is around 500 m away. The train station and bus station are within 2 km of the hotel. Fontanarossa airport is some 55 km away.

facility

The hotel was built in 1890. 5 suites, 5 single rooms and 48 double rooms are located on 3 storeys and can be reached by lift. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Most units include a balcony with sea views, where guests can relax and linger a while. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has family rooms and 58 non-smoking rooms.

sport

The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Sun loungers and parasols on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. The hotel offers a comprehensive sports programme, including cycling/mountain biking. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis, beach volleyball, basketball and crazy golf. With kayaking or, for a fee, water skiing, windsurfing, motorboat rides, paddle boating, banana boat rides, canoeing, snorkelling and diving available, fans of water sports have plenty of options to choose from. The hotel offers a range of indoor sporting activities, for example a gym, billiards, bowling and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon and massage treatments.

meals

Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Amenities at Grand Hotel Ortigia

Facilities

24-hour receptionAir conditioningBar(s)Bicycle HireCaféCar ParkConference RoomCurrency ExchangeDisability-friendlyFoyerGarageHotel SafeKids ClubLaundry ServiceLiftsPetsRestaurant(s)Restaurant(s) with non-smoking areaRoom ServiceShopsTV RoomWifi

Hygiene

Contactless check-in/-outContactless paymentEnhanced cleaning programmeHand sanitiserHousekeeping only upon requestHygiene training for staffNo high-touch furnishingsNo high-touch furnishings in public areasProtective equipment for employeesProtective equipment for guestsProtective hygiene screensProtective masks for guestsSanitiser dispenserSocial distancing regulationsTime interval between room bookingsUse of commercially available disinfectants

Meals

à la carte Dinnerà la carte LunchBreakfast BuffetFull BoardHalf BoardSpecial DietSpecial Offers

Sport/Entertainment

AerobicsBanana BoatBasketballBeach VolleyballBilliards/SnookerBowlingCanoeCycling/Mountain BikingDivingGymJacuzziMassageMinigolfParasolsPedaloSaunaSpeed BoatingSteam bathSun loungersTennisWater SkiingWindsurfing

Location

Map preview
Siracusa, Sicily, Italy

Viale Mazzini, 12

Nearest beach500m

What's nearby

  • Restaurants100m
  • Shopping opportunities100m
  • Bars / Pubs100m
  • Nightclub300m
  • Public Transport300m
  • Nearest beach500m
  • Bus Station1km
  • Train Station2km

Check-in from 2:00 PM · check-out by 10:30 AM

User Rating & Reviews

4.3

Very Good

249 reviews
  • Value
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  • Excellent153
  • Very Good49
  • Average24
  • Poor12
  • Terrible11

Recent Reviews: 249

  • User: 564MarkH564

    Trip type: Couples

    Sunset Cocktails

    01 Jun 2026

    Wonderful cocktails on the rooftop bar. Excellent service. Didn’t eat but we will next time. Great view of the bay

  • User: Lewis W

    Trip type: Solo travel

    A Wonderful Hotel In Ortigia

    15 May 2026

    I just left the hotel after my second stay-last year at this time and now. As always it was wonderful.The location is great and the rooms and bathrooms are lovely. I would also like to say that the housekeeping is excellent. The room where breakfast is served…

  • User: Rick B

    Trip type: Couples

    A very enjoyable experience

    24 Apr 2026

    Splendid old, grand hotel. A great experience to stay there. The location is perfect. Rooms are spacious and well equipped. The breakfast is very good. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

  • User: Claus L

    Trip type: Couples

    Beautiful hotel, great location and amazing Silivia

    10 Apr 2026

    Ortea Palace is a beautiful and historical inspiring hotel. It is situatiated perfectly for both arriving and exploring Ortigia. We stayed at a junior suite at the top floor with a perfect view of the water and a terrasse with sun all day.The best however was…

  • User: SuzyQu15

    Trip type: Couples

    Wonderful Hotel, Great Location!

    09 Feb 2026

    This is a beautiful, historic hotel in an excellent location. The room was very comfortable and had a fantastic view of the sea. Bed was very comfortable and the bathroom had every amenity. Breakfast was included and was terrific, everything you could want, an…

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