We just spent four nights in the Hotel Gargallo on the island of Ortygia (Siracusa, Italy's old city). On a tiny side street with barely enough room for one car, there was absolutely no traffic noise. Simona greeted us when we arrived with an efficient check-in and even helped us upstairs with our luggage. We could walk all over the... More

Ortygia is the old heart of Syracusa. In total contrast to mainland Syracusa - to which it is linked by bridges - almost every street is made up of historic buildings. From palazzos and churches to small houses - in various states of repair- they are rich in carved stone detailing and give a very strong feeling of being in... More

Reasonably priced, in the middle of Ortygia part of Siracusa, this small hotel has very nice rooms (in a 3*** to actually have a place in the bathroom to put your stuff - wow) with helpful staff. Only issue, is if you are driving, you have to park your car a ways away, and about 7 euros for 24 hrs.... More

This charming little hotel has an amazing location right on one of the small side streets in Ortigia. Certainly not fancy but quite acceptable accomodations with private bath and breakfast and the price was truly a bargain. In addition to being an easy walk to all of Ortigia, it is less than 5 minutes to the puppet theater which was... More

IN the very center of Ortygia (Syracuse's island and historic center), the hotel is close from any point of interest. It is a small hotel (just a few rooms/floor) with lovely decoration (mosaic at the reception, old pictures of the city, warm colors) in a very old building. The staff is really helpful and they all have a great smile... More

The hotel is great for a number of reasons: (1) very good location, right in the heart of the Ortigia Island (the Old City of Siracusa), (2) it is very chic, in an old building, with only 5 rooms per floor, (3) it has very good accomodation conditions. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Cheap parking can be found within... More

Pristine, historic building in the heart of Ortigia - the historic center of Siracusa. Incredibly warm staff were helpful and accomodating. The facility was very clean and nicely appointed. Our room was on the 2nd floor in the front of the building. The street was noisy on a Saturday night, but with the windows closed and the A/C on, we... More

Ortygia is one of the places that can not be missed in Sicily, and Gargallo hotel is a great place to stay. Centrally located, it is an excellent conserved old palace. Reception desk people were very kind and helpful. Breakfast is very good. In brief, do not hesitate to stay in this place! A tip: if you go by car,... More