LE DUE SICILIE-GUEST HOUSE, Syracuse
About the Hotel
Le Due Sicilie-Guest House - A boutique guest house in Ortigia with sea-view balconies, Italian breakfast, and free Wi-Fi
Situated in the heart of Ortigia, the historical center of Syracuse, Le Due Sicilie-Guest House occupies a beautifully restored 19th-century palazzo. This 3-star property offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and work desks, with many featuring balconies that provide sea or city views. A buffet breakfast with Italian options, including juice and fruits, is served each morning at a nearby café, while the on-site restaurant provides dinner and cocktails alongside a bar. Guests have access to free Wi-Fi throughout the building, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage. Leisure options include walking tours, themed dinner nights, and spa services such as massages and personal training. The location is within a 5-minute walk from Aretusa Beach and less than 1 km from Cala Rossa Beach, with major landmarks like the Temple of Apollo and Syracuse Cathedral just meters away. Car rental and paid airport shuttle services are available for guest convenience. Family rooms and facilities for disabled guests are provided, along with an elevator and express check-in/check-out. Le Due Sicilie-Guest House also offers meeting/banquet facilities and dry cleaning services.
Pros
The interior features classical decor and wooden finishings in a restored 19th-century palazzo.
Staff (Nadia, Miriam, Susi) are consistently described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Rooms are spacious, with some offering small balconies and sea views.
Breakfast includes traditional Sicilian granita and brioche at a nearby café.
Location is on a quiet side street yet steps from the marina, restaurants, and shops.
Cons
Some bathrooms require renovation and have intermittent drainage odors.
Air conditioning in certain rooms is not very strong during peak summer heat.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the ancient ruins of the Greek Theatre at sunset for magic.
- Taste arancini at Caseificio Borderi for a local snack delight.
- Explore the vibrant Ortigia market for fresh produce and seafood.
- Discover the stunning Cathedral of Syracuse, a Baroque masterpiece.
- Stroll along the Lungomare for beautiful views of the Mediterranean.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV