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Grand Hotel OrtigiavsHotel Relax
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Grand Hotel Ortigia ranks significantly better than Hotel Relax. Grand Hotel Ortigia is ranked #2 in Syracuse with approval from 5 sources like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Grand Hotel Ortigia
Insight Guides
Star Service
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Viale Mazzini 12, 96100 Syracuse, Sicily
From $92/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides "This appealing, well-renovated, well-run Art Nouveau hotel overlooks Porto Grande and the projected new yacht marina."
Star Service "Built in the early 1800s in liberty style, the Grand Hotel Ortigia, located on the island of Ortigia, overlooks the picturesque and historic Syracuse harbor." Full review
Fodor's "An elegant, fantasy-inspired design prevails at this venerable institution, which has enjoyed a prime position on the Porto Grande at the base of Ortygia since 1890." Full review
Lonely Planet "Big and brash, the Grand Hotel is Ortygia's top-class hotel with all the requisite amenities and none of the character of some of the smaller hotels."
Frommer's "Originally built in 1905, this is the best located hotel in Syracuse, with a very appealing mix of modernity and old-world charm" Full review
Hotel Relax Frommer's
Viale Epipoli 159, 96100 Syracuse, Sicily
From $75/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This Mediterranean-style hotel lies 2km (1 1/4 miles) from the center in a rather tranquil residential area, so if you want to get around, you definitely need a car." Full review
