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About the Hotel

Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy
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Steps from the Temple of Apollo
Great
8.6
9.0
/10
5.0
/5

Featuring an excellent location, Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia Syracuse offers views of the sea, and is a 5-minute walk from the legendary Fountain of Arethusa. This hotel provides currency exchange and a cash machine as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

Location

Located within 400 metres of the baroque Church of Santa Lucia alla Badia, the 3-star hotel is only a few steps from the ancient Catholic church "Cathedral of Syracuse". The Paolo Orsi Regional Archaeological Museum is 2.3 km from the Gran Bretagna Ortigia, while Archimede bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

Visit Fountain of Arethusa, within a 700-metre distance of this property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Italy. The boutique-style hotel is a 25-minute stroll from the Greek theatre "Teatro Greco".

The closest train station to Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia is Siracusa, which is 1.8 km away.

Rooms

This accommodation welcomes guests to 18 rooms complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and pay-per-view channels, as well as comforts like an air conditioner. Furnished with a writing table, they also have sound-proof windows. Bathrooms feature a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower along with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

There is a lounge bar on site. Offering Mediterranean dishes, Apollonion is situated a few moments from the Gran Bretagna Ortigia Syracuse.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Fonte Aretusa for a picturesque sunset.
  • Try fresh sea urchin at the Ortigia market on Saturday mornings.
  • Explore the ancient ruins at the Temple of Apollo nearby.
  • Don't miss the vibrant street art in the Quartieri Arabi.
  • Savor a traditional granita from Caffè Sicilia for a treat.
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Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia 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
Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • 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
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Hotel Gran Bretagna Ortigia Location

Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy
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Via Savoia 21, Syracuse, Italy
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
Fontanarossa (CTA)94 min  ·  38.6 mi
Comiso (CIY)133 min  ·  54.8 mi
Train
Siracusa Railway Station15 min  ·  4000 ft
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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
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms 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.
Number of rooms:
18
Former name
gran bretagna boutique hotel ortigia

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 426 verified reviews
8.6/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 895 reviews
8.6/10
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