Minareto Hotel Syracuse
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Minareto Hotel Syracuse Review
The exclusive 5-star Minareto Hotel Syracuse, located a 5-minute ride from Ortigia Island, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property. The luxury hotel lies in the Plemmirio district of Syracuse, a 10-minute drive from such cultural sights as Technopark Archimedes.
The Minareto serves a free buffet breakfast in the restaurant.
This Syracuse property is situated in the shopping area, within 5 minutes' walk of Ionian Sea. The classic Fountain of Diana in Syracuse is within 25 minutes' walk of the grand hotel.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Spiaggia di Punta Carrozza, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away. Such entertainment attractions as Porto Piccolo Marina are also 4.1 km away.
Some of the 96 air-conditioned rooms at the Minareto Syracuse are furnished with a sofa and a writing table, and appointed with a mini-fridge-bar. Guests can use a hot tub and a rain shower, along with hairdryers and bathrobes. You can enjoy views of the garden.
This Syracuse hotel stands close to Punta Castelluccio Lighthouse, not so far from Isola bus stop.
Upon request and at a surcharge, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck can also be provided. The property has a sandy beach area with lounge chairs and umbrellas. At the exclusive Minareto Syracuse, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness centre. Spa facilities include a wellness centre and a spa lounge along with a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and a hot tub. Corporate travellers will benefit from a conference room available on site.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Deluxe hotel with fabulous views of the sea.
- Stunning and gorgeous setting in a central area surrounded by a cove and the bay.
- About 3 km from the heart of downtown Syracuse.
- New-fashioned rooms with great decor and great-sized bathrooms.
- Hot local fare at the gourmet restaurant.
- The poolside bar offers guests hot beverages.
- Excellent service and excellent facilities.
- Great value compared to other Syracuse properties.
- Some minor complaints about a little hard beds.
- Wi-Fi was bad for such a hotel.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- free parking
- free wifi
- spa and wellness centre
- beachfront
- family rooms
- non-smoking rooms
- bar
- private beach area
- superb breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Palazzo Montalto 2.32 km (1.44 mi.)
- Piazza del Duomo 2.11 km (1.31 mi.)
- Piazza Archimede 2.29 km (1.42 mi.)
- Cathedral of Syracuse 2.13 km (1.32 mi.)
- Church of San Giovanni Battista 2.05 km (1.27 mi.)
- Fountain of Diana 2.28 km (1.42 mi.)
- Church of St. Filippo Apostolo 2.13 km (1.32 mi.)
- Chiesa di San Giuseppe 1.97 km (1.22 mi.)
- Museo del Papiro "Corrado Basile" 2.12 km (1.32 mi.)
- Ortigia 2.33 km (1.45 mi.)