Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia, Syracuse ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy

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9.3

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“The hotel's location is perfect for easily accessing the charming streets of Ortigia and enjoying all the main attractions within walking distance.”view full review

Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia, a 3-star property, offers traditionally furnished accommodations with convenient amenities in the heart of Ortigia. Guests have access to free WiFi, a complimentary breakfast buffet, and a coffee shop/café.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and premium bedding. Each room includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a coffee shop/café offering a complimentary breakfast buffet daily from 7:30 AM. Local restaurants such as Trattoria La Tavernetta da Piero and Dioniso are within a 0.3 miles radius.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can rent bicycles for exploring the area or engage in water activities like boat tours. Nearby landmarks include the Temple of Apollo, Cathedral of Syracuse, and the Fountain of Arethusa.

Services & Transportation

Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia offers services such as a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. The hotel is easily accessible by bus, with stops like Archimede and Umberto within a short walk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

2 persons

205 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room

2 persons

325 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double or Twin Room

2 persons

270 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms

“I stayed in a Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room, which was not only spacious but also very comfortable. The high ceilings and decor made the room feel inviting and relaxing, and I truly appreciated the ample space to unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review

Comfortable Bath Experience

“The bathroom in my room was quite comfortable, featuring a nice and clean shower. It was refreshing to finally have a shower that drained well after several days on the road. I enjoyed the overall cleanliness, which added to my positive experience.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast buffet was a good start to each of my mornings. With a range of delicious options, including fresh fruit and eggs made to order, it exceeded my expectations. The coffee served was high-quality, making it an excellent way to fuel up for the day ahead.” view full review

Well-Designed Rooms

“The room I stayed in was equipped with nice features that catered to my needs. The layout was functional and aesthetically pleasing, with thoughtful touches that made my stay comfortable. From the décor to the comfortable bedding, everything felt tailored for a great experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy

Map view

Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy

City landmarks

Landmark

Teatro Greco

1.3 mi

Museum

Archaeological Park of Neapolis

1.6 mi

Castle

Maniace Castle

3900 ft

Cave

Ear of Dionysius

1.3 mi

Landmark

Porto Piccolo

3900 ft

Landmark

Foro Siracusano

2600 ft

Museum

Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi

1.4 mi

Church

Santuario della Madonna delle Lacrime

3900 ft

Museum

Museo del Papiro "Corrado Basile"

2700 ft

Landmark

Basilica Santa Lucia al Sepolcro

3900 ft

Nearby

Church

Cathedral of Syracuse

1300 ft

Island

Ortigia

1300 ft

Piazza Pancali Ortygia

Temple of Apollo

1300 ft

Fountain

Fountain of Arethusa

1300 ft

Museum

Bellomo Palace Regional Gallery

1300 ft

Fountain

Fountain of Diana

1300 ft

Piazza Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

1300 ft

Square

Piazza Archimede

1300 ft

Via Santa Lucia alla Badia 2

Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia

1300 ft

Largo Porta Marina

Porta Marina

500 ft

Ponte Umbertino

Archimedes Statue

800 ft

Museum

Temple of Artemis in Syracuse

1300 ft

Via Dei Mergulensi 4

Palazzo Montalto

1300 ft

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Museum and Archimede Siracusa

1300 ft

Museum

Museo dei Pupi

1900 ft

Piazza Duomo

Palazzo Beneventano Del Bosco

1200 ft

Piazza Archimede 11 Palazzo Pupillo

Arkimedeion Museum

1000 ft

Church

Church of St. Filippo Apostolo

1700 ft

Piazza Francesco Corpaci 1

Church of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

1500 ft

Church

Church of San Giovanni Battista

2000 ft

Restaurants

Caseificio Borderi

1400 ft

Via Emanuele de Benedictis 6 Mercato di Ortigia

L'Olimpo del Gusto

300 ft

Via Savoia 32

Ristorante Cinese Il Mandarino

300 ft

Via Tripoli 20

Caffe' Apollo

400 ft

Largo XXV Luglio 13 piazza sul tempio di Apollo

Bar Savoia

200 ft

Via XX Settembre 42

Casa Del Cannolo

200 ft

Via Savoia 54 Close to Tempio di Apollo

Il Cucchiaino

600 ft

Via Cavour 81

Sapori DiVini

600 ft

Ronco I Ai Bottai 2/3

Bar della Marina

400 ft

Via Savoia 4 Largo Porta Marina 4

Il Chioschetto

700 ft

Piazza Emanuele Pancali 1

Getting around

City Centre

Syracuse10 min · 2700 ft

Airports

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)94 min · 38.6 mi

Comiso Airport (CIY)133 min · 54.8 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-18:00

Check-out

from 08:00-10:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia serves a full breakfast for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

gran bretagna boutique hotel ortigia

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Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia, Syracuse

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