Minareto

Private beach nearby, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest) | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

8.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(248 Ratings)

Hotel in Sicily

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

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About this hotel

Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool
Spend the day relaxing on Minareto's private sand beach or pampering yourself at the hotel's full-service spa.
Minareto offers 92 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature computers and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Syracuse hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Sicily

Nearby attractions

Parco delle Madonie

90.6 mi

Lavatoio Medievale Fiume Cefalino - Cefalù (pa)

98.4 mi

Parco Avventura Madonie

86.2 mi

Museo archeologico regionale Pietro Griffo

95.9 mi

Available Rooms

Classic Double Room

1 King • 226 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

1 King • 280 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

1 Queen • 538 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Triple Room

3 Single • 280 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest)

2 Double • 1722 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Minareto

$$$$

8.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(248 Ratings)

Hotel in Sicily

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Sicily

Nearby attractions

Parco delle Madonie

90.6 mi

Lavatoio Medievale Fiume Cefalino - Cefalù (pa)

98.4 mi

Parco Avventura Madonie

86.2 mi

Museo archeologico regionale Pietro Griffo

95.9 mi

Available Rooms

Classic Double Room

1 King • 226 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

1 King • 280 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

1 Queen • 538 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Triple Room

3 Single • 280 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest)

2 Double • 1722 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(248 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Amazing pool and beaches.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

This is a beautiful, peaceful place to stay in Siracusa as a base to explore all the wonderful towns nearby. The grounds and views are stunning. Great staff, wine and food selections. Its great to have a car to explore this region and even more perfect to have such an oasis to return too. Valet parking was included and incredibly prompt. We loved the private beach too!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Beautiful resort - even better than we were expecting! The staff and services are first class - such a lovely experience. The only issue was that everything from the water, tea and coffee in the room comes with a price tag, so be prepared. But overall if you're looking for luxury in an amazing setting - look no further! Wish we had stayed longer than 3 nights! Amazing stay - we genuinely are looking forward to returning at the earliest opportunity!

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

So it looks amazing but terrible food, service and the beach was all right. Sooooooo disappointing of the meals. It’s an embarrassment as an Italian to eat at a place that provided this kind of food. You spend almost 1600 euro a night and the restaurant is an embarrassment to all Sicilians. I live in Canada, that doesn’t mean that I should get crappy food. I’m Italian by roots and I know good quality food when I have it. This restaurant is disgusting. It should be ashamed of itself for being in Italy. The pasta came with lukewarm eight rigatoni pieces for €30 … I mean, if it was a dish that I loved I wouldn’t mind spending… I don’t care about the price, but this was an embarrassment to every Italian Sicilian mother, or cook out there. Shame.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

It is a wonderful place and all staff are very nice

8.0 / 10.0

May 2023

The Minareto is a very well-located resort with superb views of the ocean and Siragusa. Rooms/beds were very comfortable, although the decor tended to be somewhat gaudy/outdated. Staff was very helpful and friendly, and the location was convenient to the sites in the area.

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Nice hotel on a peninsula . Bit cut off from anything . Nowhere local to go or eat out . Restaurant was lovely but expensive around £200 couple . We were not shown the Wellness area and everything was extra although never even saw it open . A brochure in room with what was on offer would have been nice .Pool and beach was lovely . Jacuzzis we’re too cold to use . Nice for a quiet holiday . Hotel bar seemed to be unmanned you ordered everything on the resort on WhatsApp . Bar area was dead all the time and just to finish it off the boat advertised to take you to Ortigua was 50 euros return per couple ! Such a shame as hotel itself was nice , clean and staff were good . Only stay here if you have a car .

4.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

‘Minareto’ has to be the best hotel in the finest location with stunning views across the harbour to Ortigia, Siracusa and Mount Etna beyond. The facilities are excellent and the private beach areas offer safe swimming in beautiful clear waters - great for snorkelling as there are so many fish. Wonderful, friendly staff and the most excellent breakfast. We were lucky to be upgraded to a room with a spectacular view. As a guide, ask for either rooms 231 or 232. The restaurant menu for lunch and dinner is the same and somewhat unimaginative for Sicily and hugely overpriced, offering small portions and expensive wines - avoid! Similarly the bar! Instead, a short walk along Via La Maddelena will lead to at least 3 more sensibly priced restaurants with great regional dishes. Go beyond the first, Villa Gaiangos - poor food/service. A little further, and the local shop, La Greca, is great for inexpensive food and wine. The boat-taxi to Ortigia is dependent on sea conditions. At €40 return it’s good value. On days when it can’t operate, a return taxi fare shouldn’t cost more than €60. There are plenty of towns and places of interest you can reach by hire car and/or bus excursions from the hotel. The Archaeological Park and Catacombs in Siracusa are easily accessible. Getting there is easy: train from Catania Airport to Siracusa (1hr & 20mins) for €7, and then €30 for a taxi. Despite its disappointing food and wine, Minareto is still the best for its location.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

We loved our stay at Minareto. The food was delicious at all meals, the staff were lovely and we enjoyed the spa. Surrounded by the sea, the views were beautiful with Etna, Siracusa and their private beach. Highly recommended! Would be nice if they could get a English speaking news channel like CNN!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Beautiful Resort, great sea view from all over, lovely semi private bay with sand beach

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Great hotel. If I could say one thing that was bad is that the surrounding area isn’t great. We had a car so it didn’t matter a bit

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Lovely serene hotel. Fabulous room courtesy of an upgrade. Fantastic wifi. Great gym. So so breakfast. Useful water taxi service. Private beach and a good swimming pool.

4.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Beautiful location lovely staff private beach

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Beautiful area but not in the main city of Syracuse.

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2019

We stayed for two nights . A wonderful location to enjoy closeness to Ortigia . They had a private bud service to and from Ortigia . Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Dinner was ok. The beach Access is a bit difficult but they have a big pool😁

4.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Housekeeping not good , cannot match 5 stars hotel

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Grand Hotel Minareto is a stunning hotel , the setting and facilities are excellent . Stayed 2 nights only wish was more , never felt so relaxed. The ambience along with the stunning views was a treat , great place to base yourself to visit in Syracuse across the water from Ortigia . Our room which was a classic had great seaviews with terrace , comfy bed and nice aircon . Definitely want to return would recommend anyone to stay .

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Clean, grounds well kept. The rocky beach is gorgeous. The restuarants nesos had no ambiance and smelled of sewage from the ocean below.

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Not very kind staff. Unjustifiable expensive. 12 € for a small drink of grapa (cheapest liquor in Italy). 3.50€ for a single espresso. Did not venture to the restaurant

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Excellent property, like paradise setting. Only one complaint we had a fly issue by the pool for a couple of days, apparently it happens for a few days at the end of June. The hotel did overnight spraying and the rest of the time was fly free. Would definitely return. Staff very accommodating and friendly.

4.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

when we booked the room type photo indicated a water view from the balcony but the room type balcony had no view except a roadway - when we questioned this we were advised that none of the rooms in our category had water views - Expedia should ensure that photos of room types represent what you're going to get!!!!

5.0 / 10.0

May 2019

Quiet oasis. Resort is spotless and well maintained with full amenities and wonderful views of Ortigia/Siracusa/Mt. Etna Great breakfast spread and professional staff. Car is required but otherwise close to all points of interest both in Syracuse and Noto valley.

4.0 / 10.0

May 2019

The complex is at the end of the road on the headland across the bay from Siracusa and Ortigia with a lovely view from the terrace. The beach behind the hotel is in a beautiful cove with white sand and clear blue sea. Car park is at the entrance and golf buggy collects you and your luggage at the start and end of your stay. Bars and restaurant on site, but prices are quite high. There are few options nearby and the best one is to travel to Siracusa. Free shuttle bus is only twice a day and gets booked up. Water taxi is 20euro pp with extra charges after 8pm. There is a sea view from some rooms or terraces, but not all. We could see the sea over the boundary wall, but only just. Lovely place with good facilities but there are drawbacks.

4.0 / 10.0

May 2019

The staff, the room, the breakfasts, the grounds and the location were all very good. The dining room in the evening was a disappointment. The menus was limited, it was very over-priced and on one of our two visits the service was very poor.

5.0 / 10.0

May 2019

The resort is a perfect place to chill and enjoy the full panoramic view of siracusa. It was quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was incredible!! Nice sercive and good taste!

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2019

The view from the room was amazing. However for just a one night stay to visit Siracusa and Ortiga it is very pricy. This is a resort hotel with two beaches so it is really more the destination. With this said, the staff was absolutely wonderful and the dinner and breakfast equally wonderful. Would stay again but would plan for a week or so as a "resort vacation"

4.0 / 10.0

Apr 2019

Hotel was fantastic.? Could have done with more in room facilities (hot drinks)

3.0 / 10.0

Oct 2018

This resort is off the beaten track (15 minute drive to Ortgia or Syracuse) but a great place to hang when you’re not taking in the sights. Unfortunately it rained so we couldn’t take advantage of the magnificent beach or rocky outposts you can swim from with beach chairs to hang out on. But, the gym was available to use instead! Restaurant on the grounds was delicious as we didn’t want to trek out again after returning from Ortgia for a rest.

3.0 / 10.0

Oct 2018

Very nice hotel! Come back for sure.

3.0 / 10.0

Sep 2018

Great hotel with a nice location. Good breakfast.

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2018

Excellent hotel facility very good service Beautiful beach and sweeming pool .Enjoy the staying .

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2018

Beautiful place, with great views and nice pool area. Mostly friendly staff. Average room and breakfast. The place had many private wedding parties which limited your access to dinner area and other places.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2018

Very luxurious resort across the water from Siracusa. Private beach, and all the amenities. Expensive but well worth it.

4.0 / 10.0

Apr 2018

I stayed at the hotel with my 12 years old daughter for 7 days. The staff is really cheerful, special mention to Gabriela for looking after us and Alessandro for all my espressos at breakfast and all the reception team for helping with trips directions. The restaurant terrasse has a great sea view (we used it at breakfast). Perhaps some signpostings would be useful around the hotel (arriving at night we couldn't find the reception even if it's the first building you come across).

3.0 / 10.0

Apr 2018

Excellent service and helpful staff. Great breakfast in the sun overlooking the sea.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2017

One of the best hotels in Sicily that we have stayed at. Great facilities, great rooms.

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2017

Feeling of a old Grand Hotel which did not see the world changing outside. Service were in some areas very bad with not interest or experience of serving guests. Good service from reception, really bad in main restaurant. Fantastic cliffs to sun bath from, rooms were nothing to write home about.

3.0 / 10.0

Oct 2016

What a nice surprise when you reach the dead end of a long country road. Superb location and staff are very proactive at making the stay perfect. Evening Meals are a bit 'trendy small' but reasonable price. The breakfast is healthy, loads of fruit. Foreigners can't do sausage and bacon so lets not go there. Would stay here any time. Syracuse town is great and reception helped us with best parking locations and access around the place. Great for a wander.

3.0 / 10.0

Sep 2016

We had an amazing stay, beautiful scenery from the resort, access to facilities, and helpful staff. I could have stayed longer and would definitely return.

2.0 / 10.0

Jul 2016

We have stayed here before and it's a great property. You can choose from a private beach - which is very acceptable (not for walking though), and the pool - which is large and very clean. Breakfast is very good and rooms are large and comfortable. Staff was fairly helpful and generally happy. Not sure if it's best value for your money but it's a real good option when visiting Siracusa. We would definitely recommend this place.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Sicily?

The average price for a rental in Sicily is $83 per night. This rental is $334 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Minareto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Minareto. Enjoy the water!

Is Minareto pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Minareto?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Minareto

Hotel in Sicily

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Sicily

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Classic Double Room

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

Triple Room

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest)

Minareto

Hotel in Sicily

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Sicily

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Classic Double Room

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

Triple Room

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest)

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Sicily?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Minareto pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Minareto?

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