Tricky to rate this hotel, actually. We stayed for a week in a superior room which we paid quite a bit extra for because we wanted a sea view. The hotel is really well placed for access to Ortigia, and very close to the water, but the view of the sea from the balconies is pretty much obscured by a row of trees. The building itself is lovely, and the communal areas are stylish with lots of attention to detail. We didn't think quite the same about our room - it was attractive, but furnishings were a little sparse; there wasn't really enough storage space to allow us to unpack and things like a bin and a few hooks would have come in handy. It would have been nice to have some seating on the balcony, too. The room didn't feel complete - a bit more thought needs to go into it. The bathroom was very clean, but obviously pretty old and the layout cramped so not very user friendly. There was a strange kitchen sink and hob unit in an ugly cupboard in an alcove which was a bit odd. Sound proofing is also a bit problematic - because the floors are all stone or wood, the building is quite echo-ey and the sound carries, and we could also quite clearly hear the toilet being flushed in the room next door. All of this would have been fine if we hadn't paid £100 a night - we think that for that amount, we could have expected something a touch more plush. It wasn't ever clear whether breakfast was included in our room rate, but we were given tickets most days for a complimentary coffee and croissant in the nice hotel cafe. All the staff were very pleasant, and the whole hotel was always very clean. If you can get a good rate for a room at this hotel, then great, otherwise, like us, you might feel it's a bit over-priced.

Stayed at this lovely hotel, located in the heart of Ortigia. This historical building makes you feel like you were living in the renaissance period.

Rooms were very comfortable and spacious, breakfast was also good, typical Sicilian blended with a American Breakfast, all the food was fresh and tastey. Coffee was probably the best I had in Siracusa.

The staff at the hotel were extremely friendly and helpful, they spoke many languages so communication was not a problem.

We will go back to Syracusa this summer and stay at this hotel again!

Grazie Giaraca!!!!!

The Giaraca palazzo is beautifully located, we picked a room with a view over the Siracusa bay with a balcony. The lady handing us the key was unfriendly, untidy and unfit for such a beautiful location. The room in itself was spacious, the bed looked ok. Already the firdt night we found out that the bed was almost as old as the hotel. Herewith I mean the materass, not the bed itself which was a squaky iron one with worn down spirals under it.

The floor and bathroom were really dirty, even though the cleaning lady come in daily to clean.

The hotel does not have a breakfast facility. A much better choice would be any of the neighboring hotels. The Grand Ortigia for example was wonderful, for the same price, but including breakfast!

Friendly , home like atmosphere in the beautiful palace. We had a great time and Maria Louisa was very helpful with everything.
Location is great, near all the main attractions in Siracusa. Would love to come back there again!