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Porta Marina, 96100 Syracuse SR, Italy- Attraction
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Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Palazzo Gilistro offers a blend of history and modernity with its historic building and free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms feature balconies, flat-screen TVs, and stunning sea views. The private bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer for your convenience.
Delicious Breakfast and Nearby Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet at Al Sud café on the property. For other dining choices, explore the variety of shops and restaurants in the vicinity, offering a taste of local cuisine and culture.
Convenient Location for Sightseeing
Located just a short walk from the Temple of Apollo and the Siracusa Cathedral, Palazzo Gilistro is the perfect base for exploring Ortygia. With Siracusa Train Station nearby, convenience is at your doorstep.
Book your stay at Palazzo Gilistro now and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your Ortygia visit.
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
40 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
38 sqm
City View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), 2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
52 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
36 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
100 sqm
City View
In-room amenities
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Balcony with city views
Layout - 2 bedrooms
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
City View
In-room amenities
1 Queen Bed
1076-sq-foot individually decorated room, deck/patio with city views
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Relax - Indoor private hot tub
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Room details
100 m2
City View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
22 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
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L'emplacement est parfait. Mention exceptionnelle pour la gentillesse de l'accueil par Bernadette, soin incroyable réactivité aux mails et sa gestion parfaite de la réservation (rendez-vous pour déposer la voiture à un voiturier et accueil généra). Adorable.
We loved the staff first and foremost. The breakfast was delicious and the location was perfect. The room was clean and comfortable we enjoyed our stay very much.
The staff, location, room were all exceptional. Very secure, working lift, great AC, comfortable bed, easy walking to restaurants, shops, market historic sites.
The pillows were plentiful but are very firm (like memory foam) and don’t work well for someone who needs a squishy type.
Clean, super friendly and knowledgable staff, location!
Can’t think of anything
The property was a beautiful refuge from the heat and the tourist it was always so pleasant to walk into the doors!
Junior Suite with Sea View Terrace The hotel was in a fantastic central location, and the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and the service was excellent. The room was beautiful, and the cleanliness was absolutely impeccable. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this hotel.
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תודה לפרנצ׳סקה המדהימה על אירוח מושלם
Le personnel, extrêmement courtois
Le bruit environnant du quartier
La proximité du centre La disponibilité et la gentillesse de tout le personnel Le confort des chambres Le petit déjeuner copieux et de qualité Ce fut une parenthèse très agréable dans notre périple en Sicile
Rien
Muy amable la atención en recepción, precioso el hotel y rico el desayuno.
Un poco ruidoso
The location is just perfect
Decoration , cleanness, good beds , excellent breakfast
Nice place in the heart of Syracusa
Very friendly staff. They wrote messages about car parking posibilieties and were ready to answer all questions. It is a pity that we had only 12 hours in Syracusa before our early morning flight, but this hotel is really very good place to stay.
The staff first and foremost. Every single one was a delight to deal with. Breakfast top class. We always looked forward to it and got a great welcome. The location was excellent right in the heart of the island. The bed was very comfortable.
The breakfast room was a bit tight and might be better on the terrace.
The hotel was in a fantastic central location, and the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and service-minded. The room was beautiful, and the cleanliness was absolutely impeccable. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this hotel.
Uns hat der Aufenthalt insgesamt sehr gut gefallen. Besonders hervorheben möchten wir das Personal an der Rezeption. Alle waren ausgesprochen freundlich, hilfsbereit und standen uns bei wirklich jedem Anliegen mit Rat und Tat zur Seite.
Der einzige kleine Nachteil war die Lautstärke. Durch die sehr zentrale Lage und die vielen Touristen war es teilweise recht laut. Das ist natürlich ein Stück weit der Lage mitten im Zentrum geschuldet. Ansonsten gab es für uns nichts zu beanstanden.
center the of the city. friendly staff, big room. clean. breakfast.
noisy from street until midnight... a little expensive for one night.
El desayuno muy bueno, la ubicación excepcional, el personal muy amable.
L’excellent accueil, la qualité de l’hébergement, la localisation
Rien
emplacement SENSATIONNEL pour visiter Syracuse. plage, centre, bâtiments touristiques, restaurant et glacier juste à côtép. etit déjeuner très bien
parking hors STL (comme indiqué) - support du personnel de l'hotel merveilleux pour gérer cette difficulté finalement pas si génante
The staff are friendly and lovely to chat to. Very helpful with directions and information. The hotel is in an excellent location. Breakfast was delicious. That was the second booking by my family and we will definitely be back.
Nothing.
Un excellent accueil, une très belle chambre. Literie très confortable. L’emplacement est idéal et la terrasse en haut est un vrai plus.
Location Staff Breakfast Room
Everything
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A wonderful hotel right in the heart of Ortigia. Our family room was spacious, with two separate bedrooms. Lovely views of a small, idyllic street. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was truly excellent and plentiful. Thank you!
Room was large, comfortable and well appointed. Excellent central location. Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again!
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Nos encantó el servicio, hicieron que fuese una estancia super agradable, la habitación estaba super limpia, las camas comodas y cojines.
Se escuchaba mucho el ruido del exterior
שירות מעולה של כל אנשי הצוות, הסתבכתי עם ההגעה למלון, והם הגיעו עד אלי לעזור לי להגיע בבטחה למלון.
ההגעה למלון עם רכב, מעט מסובכת.
This property was amazing! The location was central for everything. The breakfast was delicious! The room was clean and comfortable . The staff was so friendly and helpful. There were so nice! This was one of our favorite stays and we would definitely recommend this beautiful little gem. We hope to return on our next trip to Sicily !
מיקום מרכזי, חדר נקי ונוח. ארוחת בוקר מצויינת.
Super zentral und sehr freundliche Mitarbeitende
Hotel muy bien localizado en Siracusa con personal muy amable y muy buenas instalaciones. Muy limpio y acogedor. El desayuno muy rico
Location perfect and staff brilliant.
Pillows too hard and quite noisy outside.
Location. Friendly helpful staff
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Fantastic location . Close to all the sights and great restaurants. Surprisingly quite too given its central location . Really lovely breakfast served too. Such good value for an excellent boutique hotel. Staff were so helpful too. Highly recommend.
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Perfect central location right in the centre of Ortigia. Great base for exploring more of Eastern Sicily with great links to motorways. The Team were also great, especially the lovely Breakfast ladies! 😉
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פרנצ׳סקה ודניאללה המארחים מושלמים, מאירי פנים ועוזרים בכל עניין. המלון מדהים, ממוקם במבנה היסטורי משופץ ממש בלב של העיר היפיפיה. הכל פרפקט, ממש
המחיר מאד גבוה
Le charme L'emplacement et la vue du balcon La sympathie de l'accueil
It was centrally located… the staff was excellent and extremely helpful. Our room was large and we had a patio. The breakfast was excellent..strongly recommend!!
Bed was about to crash and kept loud noices. Also the aircon was noisy even with quiet mode.
Localização, atendimento
Barulho da rua prla manha. Nao ter espelho de corpo todo no quarto
Palazzo Gilistro is a hidden gem in Ortigia/Siracusa! The building (formerly a private home) is gorgeous & beautifully appointed! The overall design of the rooms compliments the history of Ortigia & it's centrally located in the Old Town walking distance to everything (seafront, cathedrals, museums, restaurants, shops). Bernadette (Front Desk), Violeta (Breakfast server) & Francesca (Front Desk) went out of their way to make our stay with them special. A delicious & plentiful breakfast is served each morning & the shared terrace is perfect for pre-dinner drinks with a 'peak' of the harbor. Palazzo Gilistro is a winning combination of luxury, convenience & hospitality! We look forward to returning!
Everything was PERFECT
Excellent location right in the center. Front desk staff extremely helpful and friendly! Breakfast was excellent with lots of choices.
Our room was “on the street” so to speak, so could be noisy. Earplugs did the trick!
Great location and fantastic staff
Excelente hotel, ótima localização, capricho, café da manhã muito bom!! Cama muito confortável!!
La estrema gentilezza dello staff, ottimo vista dalla stanza. ottima posizione dell'albergo, ottima colazione la mattina.
Piccolissimi lavori di manutenzione nella camera.
central location,close to everything. friendly staff, would recommend it to others
La localisation est parfaite ! Le petit déjeuner au top et le personnel est adorable !!
C’est bruyant la nuit du fait de la localisation. (Bruits de la rue et du ramassage des poubelles au petit matin).
Great location in Ortigia. Ambience of rooms romantic, could have been on Greek island. Staff very welcoming. Excellent breakfast. Used valet service for car which made driving in old city exceptionally easy.
We loved everything - we were in a family suite and it was huge! Loved having. Separate room for the kids. Loved the location! Perfect! All the staff were amazing, especially Francesca! Many thanks! Great breakfast!
Nothing we didn’t like! One thing that could be added to the family suite is a small sofa maybe? There’s a lot of space in the room and we thought that would be a great addition.
Funcionários simpáticos e atenciosos, vista linda, quarto confortável. Restaurante muito bom.
Cafe manhã repetivo, sem sucos naturais
Impecable todo
Extrem freundliche und zuvorkommende Mitarbeiter. Tolle Dachterrasse!
Palazzo Gilistro is in the heart of Ortigia, making it full of character and brilliant for visiting the landmarks, cafes, restaurants and exploring the streets. We could not have been made to feel more welcome by Bernadette and Francesca, who reached out ahead of our arrival to organise valet parking and restaurant reservations. The room was a great size, comfortable and clean. We all slept well in this hotel. The terrace bar is a lovely spot - we appreciated the welcome drink.
The breakfast was just average.
Tout était parfait! L’emplacement au top, un personnel adorable, un petit déjeuner merveilleux, une chambre spacieuse pour une famille nombreuse, ce qui est appréciable car difficile à trouver. Vraiment ce lieu est typique et sublime. Nous avons pu profiter des feux d’artifices depuis le roof top, nous avons des étoiles plein les yeux!!! Merci
Great and helpful hosts, clean rooms and great location
Colazione abbondante e molto buona.Posizione hotel comodissima
Ci è piaciuto tutto, struttura e personale gentilissimo
Destacó la amabilidad del personal, siempre dispuestas a colaborar . El alojamiento es un lugar agradable en una calle peatonal muy concurrida. El ruido no molesta a ninguna hora y eso que teníamos una habitación al frente con 2 balcones. Las instaciones están impecables, baño nuevo. Desayuno bastante completo. Lo volvería a elegir. Se puede llegar con un vehículo hasta 100 m de la propiedad. Muy cerca de todas las atracciones de Ortigia. Otro detalle, te ofrecen una copa de bienvenida, que se toma en pequeño bar en la terraza. Tiene ascensor, otro aspecto importante.
Nada
Ortigia il Benessere.🏎️🏎️♥️
Ottima struttura in pieno centro personale gentilissimo sicuramente ci torneremo
Nulla
Super schönes Hotel, perfekt gelegen, trotzdem ruhig. Riesige Zimmer, Infrarot Sauna alles bestens
nichts
Great location.
Staff and location
Location, staff and breakfast were excellent.
Street noise was definitely an issue.
We had a room with sea view an a terrace.. I like how our room looks.. high ceilings.. all is very comfortable
Breakfast.. coffee was excellent.. but food too simple and the same everyday.. we stayed in 5 hotels in Sicily.. the worst breakfast was here..
Ubicación inmejorable, pleno centro peatonal.
El baño de las habitaciones es más bien pequeño. El desayuno se podría mejorar
We had the 4th floor room. It has a great view and balcony. Room is comfortable and clean. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious.
Francesca is just wonderful. She’s helpful, friendly, kind and super welcoming. I love how centrally located the hotel is. Breakfast was great. I had 5 people in my room and we weren’t crowded. I booked the entire hotel for a retreat I was leading and my clients loved it.
They can’t do anything about this but not being able to get dropped off directly in front was a challenge for some of my clients. We made it work .
Great property. Fabulous staff.
Having to leave!
친절한 설명, 지도까지 펼쳐서 맛집도 소개시켜주심, 완벽한 위치, 넒은 공간, 모든 것이 다 좋았습니다.
I liked the location , the friendly and helpful staff, the cleanliness of the property, the delicious breakfast, and the elevator.
I can’t think of anything.
Great location!
Les cousins étaient trop durs à mon goût.
Location was fantastic! Delightful room and property. Nice breakfast and friendly staff. Would return to Palazzo Gilistro and loved Ortigia!
Hotel is very central, close to everything. In 10 to 15 minutes by foot, you reach everything. Several restaurants within a few minutes walk. Very good buffet breakfast at hotel. Many options for every taste. The room was very spacious, and the French balcony was a nice bonus. Fun to do people watching from the balcony! The 3rd floor terrasse was very nice, and Taylor was a good drink mixer. The hotel personnel was simply amazing. Thank you Francesca, Viola, Bernadette and Daniele. You made our stay unforgettable.
This is a beautiful boutique hotel. Perfect location. Staff are very welcoming and friendly. They go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. Room very clean and well maintained. We stayed for ome week.
Great location. Valet parking was a snap. Room was big and comfortable. We had a room with a veranda. It was a great spot to watch sunset over the water.
Lovely view from our balcony. Cute little rooftop bar. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Delicious simple breakfast and awesome coffee. Perfect location.
Sehr nettes Personal. Bei Ankunft haben wir alle wichtigen Informationen zur Unterkunft und Umgebung erhalten. Das Frühstück war ausreichend. Die Zimmer waren gross genug. Die Lage war top, sehr zentral in Ortigia.
A little loud… 5am glass bottle pick up was a bit jarring
L’emplacement. La vue depuis la chambre avec terrasse. L’accueil jovial. Un personnel attentif.
L’excellence a un prix. L’accès pas facile car situer dans une rue piétonne.
Nice staff. Lovely rooms with nice happy hour and breakfast. Beautiful view of water from our room. Great location but difficult parking. Great walking location.
מיקום המלון היה מצויין. ארוחת בוקר טובה מאוד והחדרים היו מצויינים, גדולים ונקיים מאודשרות אדיב ומאוד חם ניתן מפרנצסקה האלופה
Location
Bed mattress was too soft
Staff was delightfully welcoming, attentive and friendly.
Location was great, lots of shops and restaurants right outside of hotel. Staff was very informative and helpful. A nice roof top terrace.
Tout, surtout la gentillesse des personnes.
Rien
The room was immaculate. Airport shuttle was very convenient. Breakfast was perfect. Staff was amazing
The breakfast was very nice and the hotel had a wide variety of items to choose from. The wait staff was very friendly.
The parking is tough. You have to park in a public lot that is a 7 minute walk from the hotel. The hotel is in a great location, just no cars allowed on the street.
Good breakfast served buffet style. Fresh rolls
Nothing!
La comodidad de sus instalaciones el buen gusto
Muy bueno todo
The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating. From check-in, wine on the terrace to the breakfast in the morning, we were given first rate service. The reception staff, Francesa and Bernadetta, suggested wonderful restaurants and facilitated the arrival transportation from the airport and departure support for our rental car to set us on our way to enjoy the rest of our tour around Sicily. Great way to start our adventure!!
We loved ortigia and this beautiful boutique hotel . The location was central . The staff (at breakfast ) and front desk were fantastic . Welcome drink in rooftop was a nice touch .
Very helpful staff. The location is right on the very busy pedestrian street, but the room was very quiet. We had luxury of getting a good night sleep, and being right next to where all the action is.
Nothing.
I cannot praise this hotel highly enough. Beautiful setting and large bedrooms. There is a welcome drink along with complimentary water/tea/coffee in the room. The staff were exceptional, friendly and incredibly informative.
Very clean and well maintained.
Temperature hard to control in the room.
Great location , Great staffs
Le personnel à notre service et avec le smile en permanence !
Highly recommend this little hotel. We had such a great stay. The hotel is in a very central position in Oritigia. Great breakfasts and a very comfortable room with a balcony looking over one the the main pedestrian streets, but best of all was the team at the hotel who couldn't of been more helpful and welcoming. We hope to return some day.
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Cleanliness
9.43/10Room is comfortable and clean; however, breakfast could be improved.
Service
9.9/10Staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.94/10Perfectly located in the heart of Ortigia, very convenient and accessible.
Room Quality
9.39/10Rooms are spacious with nice views and balconies, very comfortable.
Amenities
9.42/10Includes a lift and a welcoming drink, contributing positively to the experience.
Value for Money
8.88/10Good overall experience but breakfast could be better for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.43/10Breakfast was simple and repetitive; coffee was good, but food quality lacked variety.
Overall Experience
9.8/10Overall, a delightful stay with minor issues that did not detract significantly from enjoyment.