Aretusa Vacanze B&B in Ortigia offers complimentary breakfast, stunning rooftop views, WiFi, and local flavors. Multilingual staff are ready to assist with travel planning.
Located near the beach, Aretusa Vacanze B&B is in Ortigia, a neighbourhood in Syracuse. Lungomare di Ortigia and Porto Piccolo are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arenella Beach and Fontane Bianche Beach. Cathedral of Syracuse and Temple of Apollo are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Syracuse travel guide
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.
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
Daily housekeeping
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
Fire extinguisher
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 07 January and 31 January.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.
An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 per cent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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 a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number IT089017B4MZ6MIALM
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Parking height restrictions apply
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Aretusa Vacanze B&B pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Aretusa Vacanze B&B?
As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aretusa Vacanze B&B on 16 Mar 2026 start from ฿3,117, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Aretusa Vacanze B&B?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Aretusa Vacanze B&B?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.
What time is check-out at Aretusa Vacanze B&B?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Aretusa Vacanze B&B provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per room applies.
Where is Aretusa Vacanze B&B located?
Located in Ortigia, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lungomare di Ortigia and Cathedral of Syracuse. Temple of Apollo and Porto Piccolo are also within 1 mi (2 km). Syracuse Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Aretusa Vacanze B&B Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Wonderful location, excellent breakfast and very supportive staff.
esther
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dietmar
29 Sep 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very good service and also very good breakfast
Dietmar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Yelena
8 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Breakfast was great! Nice room.
Yelena
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ariella
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing family owned place
Ariella
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roger
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The staff was wonderful. All family members, very helpful and gracious.
Roger
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hassan
25 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very kind and professional people. They treated us like family. We were sad to leave. Highly recommended.
Hassan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alice
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The b and b breakfast view was awesome and the breakfast tastes delicious. Staff is very helpful without them we wouldn’t be able to get our car. Overall a really worth stay.
Alice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert
26 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
mira
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Susan
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alberto
5 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent staff, location, and room. Close to all the attractions. Highly recommend.
Alberto
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natalie
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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 !
Natalie
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachael
4 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing stay
We felt welcome from the moment we arrived. Room was spacious and clean. Hotel was Central to everything.
Breakfast was so delicious
Rachael
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ayesha
14 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Ayesha
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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!
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
30 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela
1 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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!
Angela
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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!
Linda
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carole
12 Oct 2023
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.
Carole
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Location, location, location
Even though we had booked two weeks at a beach resort in Giardini-Naxos we still opted to come here for an overnight stay to get more from our visit to Ortigia/Siracusa than you can from just a day trip.
Perfectly situated, close to everything and still on a nice and calm enough street.
Best breakfast that we had in our two weeks in Sicily. Everybodys' reviews speak of the jams but really, you NEED to try them!
Great host with good English, but still enough patience to also let me practise my Italian.
Highly recommended and we'd gladly come back if we come to Ortigia again!
/Jessie and Åke from Sweden
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
4 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Jonathan
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Caroline
30 Sep 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very well run hotel with attentive and attentive staff.
Caroline
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
PHOEBE
11 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
It was an amazing stay!! The people were so accommodating and helpful and the food was amazing they were one of the best places I stayed in while in Sicily!!
PHOEBE
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Neville
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Friendly and helpful staff, great food, convenient location, and clean facilities with a beautiful rooftop terrace. An excellent stay overall!