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Palazzo Gilistro

Mediterranean property with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free continental breakfast
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room
Rooftop terrace
Experience the charm of Ortigia at Palazzo Gilistro, where you can start your day with continental breakfast and connect to in-room WiFi. Unwind on the serene terrace or challenge a friend to a game of pool, all while enjoying the attentive service from our helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Suite Deluxe with Sauna, Yakuzi and Pool Table

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Double Deluxe Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Double Superior

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds | View from room

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | View from property

Junior Suite Sea View with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Via della Amalfitania, 12, Syracuse, SR, 96100

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porto Piccolo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 15 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Putia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Minerva - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sicily - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Puntia Di Gingiò - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cortile Verga - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Gilistro

Property near Lungomare di Ortigia
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Palazzo Gilistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an elevator, and a billiards/pool table
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (24 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT089017A13Y9PF57V

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 information in the booking confirmation
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

Property is also known as

Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse
Palazzo Gilistro Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Sicily/Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

Is Palazzo Gilistro pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Gilistro?

As of Sept 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Gilistro on Oct 3, 2025 start from CA $244.51, 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 Palazzo Gilistro?

Valet parking is available for EUR 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Gilistro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palazzo Gilistro?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Palazzo Gilistro located?

Located in Ortigia, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Palazzo Lanza and Lungomare di Ortigia. Fountain of Diana and Piazza Archimede are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Palazzo Gilistro Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olexiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and location! We will stay again when we return to Ortigia!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this little hotel. We had such a great stay. The hotel is in a very central position in Oritigia. Great breakfasts and a very comfortable room with a balcony looking over one the the main pedestrian streets, but best of all was the team at the hotel who couldn't of been more helpful and welcoming. We hope to return some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

We really enjoyed our stay at Palazzo Gilistro. The location was perfect. Right on one of the main streets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in the centre. The staff were wonderful. Breakfast superb. Great view from the balcony. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great find

excellent room, location and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Photos of the rooms really don't do them justice - spacious, comfy rooms. The front desk recommended a local restaurant that was superb and welcome drinks on the patio were enjoyed. We love ortigia!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in the centre, excellent choice of breakfast items, very reliable valet parking and comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent- friendly, polite, helpful. Fabulous location, right in the middle of Ortigia but hotel itself an oasis of calm. Family room very spacious and lovely. Breakfast buffet standard/good. Terrace bar nice to have but small with limited opening - still can’t believe they don’t know what a limoncello spritz is, when it’s so popular elsewhere - but tried hard to accommodate. In summary we were very very happy of our choice of hotel in Ortigia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pui Har Lavinia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and comfortable hotel in Ortigia

We will definitely stay in this property again. Very friendly and helpful staff! Good size suite. Has an elevator and 24 hours reception. We sleep well although situated at the tourist street; not noisy. Love the convenient; attractions and restaurants are just 1 -10 minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with the kindest staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights here with 3 travel companions. We had a family room which was perfect. The building is beautiful and in the heart of Ortigia. The staff were amazing and so very helpful with directions, excursions, and information. The breakfast had many choices and the ladies were lovely. This was a great boutique hotel and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were put into a different hotel that was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very centric place to relax in the heard of Siracusa. Comfortable room, great staff and a yummy breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff. The room is pretty small, but very clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved property, huge room in quiet yet convenient area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was way beyond our satisfaction and our suite was the best by far. Excellent service and staff and beautiful breakfast too
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was fantastic, in the heart of Ortigia with a secure front door and someone at the front desk 24 hours. The breakfast was fantastic, the rooms a great size and very comfortable but what really made this property stand out was the customer service - so friendly and helpful, would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Palazzo Gilistro

Lovely hotel in the old centre of Ortigia. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to most atractions. Amazing staff, helpful with providing excellent tips and recomendations. Excellent breakfast. We had a sea view room, with an amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff very friendly with great advice for where to eat and sights to see. Huge room and get comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the BEST place to stay in the old town !! Center location, close to everything. Huge rooms with great roof terrace . People working here are helpful with beach and restaurant recommendations. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing and lives up to the exceptional reviews it gets. The room was huge by both European and American standards. It is right in the heart of Ortigia and convenient to everything. I suggest that you do not try and find a place to park. We used the valet parking place they suggested and we're glad we did. The people at the front desk were very helpful and the breakfast buffet was amazing. It is very safe, clean and the overall service was superb. I would definitely recommend this place and would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful with friendly staff. Breakfast and room were both great. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023