CASA VERBAVOLANT, Syracuse

Casa Verbavolant, a 3-star property with a 9.9/10 Booking.com rating, occupies a historic building in the heart of Ortigia. The hotel is run by hosts Fausta and Elio, who are book publishers, and the decor reflects their passion: each room is themed after a typewriter model and contains books, vintage typewriters, and artwork. Guests have access to a library, board games, and a communal kitchen with tea and coffee. All rooms are air-conditioned, have a private bathroom, a work desk, and parquet or tiled floors. A daily breakfast featuring Sicilian specialties such as fresh pastries, local cheeses, fruit, and pistachio cappuccino is served at Casa Verbavolant. The hotel provides free WiFi, a lift, laundry facilities, and beach towels and umbrellas. Babysitting services are available. The location is on a pedestrian street steps from Syracuse Cathedral, Aretusa Beach, and Tempio di Apollo, with the Archaeological Park of Neapolis a short walk away. A public parking garage is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Hosts provide exceptional personalized hospitality and local recommendations.

Unique literary decor with antique typewriters and a curated library.

Breakfast changes daily and showcases regional foods with explanation from hosts.

Central but quiet: large windows face the pedestrian street yet noise is minimal.

Complimentary beach towels, umbrellas, and laundry facilities for guests.

Parking is in a public garage a 10-minute walk away, difficult to negotiate with luggage.

Breakfast is served only during a one-hour window each morning.