One could see this hotel was grand once upon a time ,and still can be if money was spent on it.We found the location good,especially for seeing the archeological sights in and around syracuse,but the staff seemed to be just tolerating you,and the food was too expensive for what you got,the rooms are just ok. more

We moved to the Grand Hotel Villa Politi unexpectedly as the hotel we had been staying at in Modica hadn't opened their poolm and after 3 days there we wanted to move somewhere in the south of the island that did. And for that reason alone the hotel was perfect! It is like an old converted mansion that was obviously... more

We booked our stay at this Hotel in January 2006 after reading the positive comments on this website prior to our decision. Prior to departure we read the more recent negative comments with a little alarm but decided to go ahead anyway. We could not have been more pleased with our choice The first part of our holiday had been... more

Whatever you do, don't stay here! Everything was wrong with this hotel - the crumbling paint on the oustide of the hotel, the surly and rude staff, the tired bedrooms, the fact that you could hear every bit of noise from the adjoining rooms, the dirty pool area, the stale food at breakfast and the location; it's a 30 min... more

We stayed here for a few days during May, 2006. The rooms and lobby are very nice, as are the pool and dining room. The breakfast is fine. However, it is very poorly situated for tourists. There are no restaurants or shops on or near the street where the hotel is located; so there is nothing to walk to. While... more

We liked the pool and the views of this hotel, but that is about all. Since we have traveled to Siracusa often before, and this is our third year attending the wonderful Greek theater performances, we wanted a hotel with a pool and that was close enough to the theater to walk. This one seemed to be our only choice.... more

My wife and I arrived at the Grand hotel Villa Politi with great expectations following most enjoyable stays in Taormina at the Timeo and san Domenica hotels. We were initially shown to a room on the third floor but this had no view and was clearly a late addition in the roof space-avoid any rooms on floor 3 as all... more

Based on the reviews on this web site I had great expectations of this hotel and they were surpassed. On arrival, we were greeted like visiting guests. Our receptionist was extremely helpful with perfect english. She provided maps and suggested 4 different restaurants which she marked on the map, giving description of menus and typical costs. The staff were very... more

This is the kind of hotel you wish you could fold up and take with you! Absolutely everything, from the staff to the rooms and location, was the best! Spotless and well thought out rooms. Fantastic grounds and sunny terrace and pool area. Friendly and welcoming staff who couldn't do enough for you, without being obtrusive or grand in any... more