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Minareto

5.0 star property
Luxury beach hotel with spa, near Lungomare di Ortigia

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; Italian cuisine, beach views
Private beach nearby, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Interior
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (The Suitest) | View from room
Located by the sea, Minareto offers a warm welcome with breakfast, beachfront dining and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a massage at the spa or relax in style at Nesos fine-dining restaurant while enjoying free WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Why we love this property

Spa serenity on the bay
A full-service spa with treatment rooms and outdoor areas awaits at this hotel. Unwind in the sauna, steam room, or garden after a 24-hour gym session.
Luxury bay views
Admire art deco splendor from the bay-view rooftop terrace or garden at this luxury hotel. Steps from a private beach with poolside dining.
Beachfront Italian dining
Experience Italian cuisine at the restaurant with al fresco beachfront or poolside views. Hotel guests can start their day with a free buffet breakfast.

Room options

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Suite, Sea View | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
LCD TV
Down duvet
  • 1722 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior suite with private pool | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Junior suite with private pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Jacuzzi suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Jacuzzi suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior

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The price is $279
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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Via del Faro Massolivieri 26, Syracuse, SR, 96100

What's nearby

  • Spiaggia del Minareto - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porto Piccolo - 30 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 32 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 32 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 36 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 53 min drive
  • Syracuse Station - 21 min drive
  • Avola Station - 25 min drive
  • Priolo Melilli Station - 27 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Estia - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zefiro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ranieri - Cucina Chiacchiere e Vino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mokrito - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calarossa Caffe - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Minareto

Minareto offers a private beach where you can enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lungomare di Ortigia. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. Offering a beachfront location, Nesos serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features of this luxurious hotel include a rooftop terrace, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 92 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 5 km*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Private beach access

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3401 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 24 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • In-room computer
  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Nesos - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Grill and Bar - This poolside bar specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and light fare.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 11 and March 11.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to November
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT089017A1M7CE7ZMV

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Frequently asked questions

Is Minareto currently open?

The property is closed between November 11 and March 11.

Does Minareto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Minareto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Minareto?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Minareto?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Minareto?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Minareto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Minareto and nearby?

Minareto has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Minareto?

Yes, Nesos offers alfresco dining, Italian cuisine, and pool views.

What's the area around Minareto like?

Minareto is a short 1-minute walk from Ionian Sea and 12 minutes' walk from Spiaggia Punta del Pero.

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Minareto Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The pool and beach area was lovely and convenient for swimming and relaxing. (3 reviews)
  • The property's private beach offers safe swimming in beautiful clear waters, perfect for snorkelling, with stunning views of the surrounding area. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Exceptional service. Make sure you book one of the renovated appartments
Michael, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff, concierge, the lifeguard Alexandro, and the site maintenance staff are all so kind, helpful, friendly and attentive. The restaurant was amazing and the service was perfect. They organized a boat into town for us and it was a beautiful boat ride at night both ways. Very nice to see the Ortigia / Syracuse city lights at night. This place is impeccable and they keep the grounds in great shape. The option for the private beach or private rock facing Ortigia is great for morning to sunset sun. The water is crystal clear and there are beautiful caves to explore with lots of small little fish to see. The sand is soft and the wat is is shallow to walk into with virtually no waves at the beach. Very secluded. Such an amazing place.
Tim, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Surprise upon leaving

This is a nice place with nice rooms and a great location. However, there was an unpleasant surprise upon leaving, when we were presented with a 764euro bill for a wine bottle we drank at the restaurant. The waiter did not inform us about the price of the bottle, which is unacceptable when the price is so high. We ended up refusing to pay the whole amount, but still we payed 300 euro, which was still too much in my opinion. I will not go back to this place.
Cathrine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Paul, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

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 .
Carl, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

This is not Siciliano food

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.
Lisa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient for swimming and relaxing.
Stanislau, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!
Lindsay, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice setting unreliable service

Nice location and rooms. But service was undependable. Room service order did not come, some of our bags were left in our room when we were checking out, car not brought up when asked for.
Patrick, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

l ll give 4 stars not 5, for this hotel..
Aiste, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful natural settings . Gorgeous views
marcy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really nice property. It’s a bit remote so definitely need a rental car to take advantage of activities that are not in the resort.
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is very special & the staff is great!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Skønneste sted

Virkelig dejligt ophold på Minareto. God værelser/huse og mange muligheder for både pool, jacuzzi, klippestrand, sandstrand. Top service og hurtig betjening ved både roomservice og på restaurant og bar. Søde og serviceorienterede medarbejdere. Rent og lækkert, smukt og roligt.
Thomas, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vou voltar com certeza.

Lugar sensacional e com um atendimento primoroso.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Personeel super behulpzaam en heel vriendelijk. Unieke locatie met verschillende mogelijkheden om te genieten van de zon, de zee en de rust. Veel privacy. Aanbod glutenvrije broodjes kan uitgebreider. Wel heel behulpzaam om de broodjes veilig te toasten.
Marian, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bastante agradável

Muito boa
JOAO C M, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing pool and beaches.
Lindsay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Liam, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is a wonderful place and all staff are very nice
samra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Roberto, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Minareto - great launchpad into Sicily

‘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.
View of Ortigia and Mount Etna from our room and terrace.
Michael, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Resort, great sea view from all over, lovely semi private bay with sand beach
karni, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Matthew, 2-night trip