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Aretusa Vacanze B&B

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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Vicolo Zuccalà 1, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Porto Piccolo
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Quadruple Room

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Double Room, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Double Room, Ground Floor

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Economy Triple Room, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Triple Room, Ground Floor

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Quadruple Room, Ground Floor

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Aretusa Vacanze B&B

Aparthotel with free breakfast, steps from Lungomare di Ortigia
A rooftop terrace, coffee/tea in a common area and concierge services are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, wedding services, a front desk safe and multilingual staff assistance are on-site. Each apartment features free WiFi and a pillowtop bed, plus a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. Added amenities include an LCD TV, a TV and a minibar.
Aretusa Vacanze B&B offers 11 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Aretusa Vacanze B&B, you're just a quick walk from Lungomare di Ortigia. Features include free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a rooftop terrace. Built in 1650, this budget aparthotel has 11 apartments over 3 floors. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, a pillowtop bed and an LCD TV
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include babysitting, a concierge and luggage storage
  • Steps from Lungomare di Ortigia and 5 minutes on foot from Cathedral of Syracuse
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Aretusa Vacanze B&B. The aparthotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This Syracuse aparthotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free cot

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 30 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Window guards

General

  • 1 building
  • 11 units
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1650
  • Connecting units available
  • Individual decor
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 07 January and 31 January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (1083 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Aretusa Vacanze B&B offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT089017B4MZ6MIALM
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aretusa Vacanze B&B Syracuse
Aretusa Vacanze Apartment
Aretusa Vacanze Apartment Syracuse
Aretusa Vacanze Syracuse
Aretusa Vacanze Sicily/Syracuse, Italy
Aretusa Vacanze
Areusa Vacanze B B
Aretusa Vacanze B B
Aretusa Vacanze B&B Syracuse
Aretusa Vacanze B&B Aparthotel
Aretusa Vacanze B&B Aparthotel Syracuse

Aretusa Vacanze B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 291 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice, big comfortable. Location was great.Bathroom modern and functional.Staff was fantastic and breakfast very good on roof top.Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, excellent breakfast and very supportive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing family owned place
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a fabulous area, walkable to everything. The family run hotel treated all guests as if they were the only ones there, providing personalized care. The breakfast was fantastic and the homemade jam was delicious! We would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very nice hotel ! good location! Very nice staff !

amazing stay ! Grazie Stefano! very nice family run hotel !! very clean and perfect location ! Stefano was very helpful and hospitable ! The breakfast is homemade and the cornetto’s are fantastic !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASLI

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayesha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stefano and family were very welcoming and helpful, genuinely wanting their guests to enjoy Sicilian hospitality. The room was very clean, beautifully decorated, spacious and in excellent location in Ortigia. Breakfast was delicious, especially the wide array of jams.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, location, and room. Close to all the attractions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family

Beautiful hotel, wonderful hosts x

The B&B is wonderful, the hosts couldn’t have been anymore helpful and we will 100% be back to stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Stefano is the perfect host, extremely helpful and accomodating. The location is perfect. The breakfast is the best we had on our trip. The room was clean. And the price is reasonable. Honestly, I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if/when I visit Ortigia again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Truro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Wonderful little gem!

Fantastic location in the heart of Ortigia. Our room was spacious and practical with lots of convenient amenities. Stefano and his family were so welcoming and attentive - it felt like staying with friends!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aretusa Vacanze was excellent and all the staff were so friendly. The breakfasts were very good and they were enhanced by the excellent selection of homemade jams. Parking was about 10 minutes walk away for €20/ day in a private lot which was reasonable for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly run Italian family hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent family run B&B

A lovely family run B&B with a rooftop terrace overlooking the city and the sea. Wonderful breakfasts with choice of delicious homemade jams and yummy croissants etc. Our room was large and comfortable and the bathroom totally modern. Stefano provided great restaurant recommendations and helped with travel arrangements. Highly recommend and great value!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Friendly and helpful staff and central location.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Travelled with partner
I can't say enough nice things about the hosts. They were so accommodating and gave us great recommendations on restaurants. The location is very close to the main areas. The room was wonderful. There was a place to hang your laundry on a little terrace. I would highly recommend staying here. Ortigia is just beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We absolutely loved Aretusa Vacanze! The room was very cozy and spacious. The owners were there every morning preparing breakfast, and the rest of the family helped manage the B&B beautifully. We especially appreciated Stefano’s dinner recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Kendal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed by Stefano, whose English was excellent. He was gracious and helpful in the extreme. This is a truly family-run business, including Stafano's father (Maurizio) and son (Christian). We have also met Antonio, who works on the front desk. The room was spotlessly clean and of the highest quality. A fridge as part of a small kitchen, access to a little courtyard, high speed wi-fi, a superior wall safe, lots of storage space and really effective air-conditioning gives you everything you want and more. Stefano had arranged a taxi from Catania Airport to Aretusa Vacanze with his friend, Danilo, for €90.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing stay

We felt welcome from the moment we arrived. Room was spacious and clean. Hotel was Central to everything. Breakfast was so delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Wonderful

A wonderful place to stay. The people who run this hotel are kind, welcoming and very helpful with recommendations. Would definitely recommend. Plus the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, great food, convenient location, and clean facilities with a beautiful rooftop terrace. An excellent stay overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023