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Palazzo Gilistro

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A cozy restaurant with stone walls, wooden tables, and a dark-colored sofa.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A pool table in a room with blue walls, a wooden cabinet, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.
A cozy room with a stone wall, a sofa, a small round table, and a bookshelf with wine bottles.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a shelving unit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

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Via della Amalfitania, 12, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Place, Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Temple of Apollo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, an air conditioning unit, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red chair, a large mirror, and a window with sheer curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a red sofa, and a small round table.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

A coastal cityscape with a marina, buildings, and a sunset.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with white bedding, a large mirror, and a small table with a vase.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

A pool table in a room with blue walls, a wooden cabinet, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Syracuse

At Palazzo Gilistro you'll be within steps of Palazzo Lanza and Piazza Archimede. Highlights at this Mediterranean guest house include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find dry cleaning/laundry services, tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Ortigia guest house you'll find Fontane Bianche Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Temple of Apollo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Teatro dei Pupi - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 15 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Putia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪CCA’ e DDA’ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Artale - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Mareggiata - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chiodo - Showroom Con Cucina - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Gilistro

Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Palazzo Gilistro. For a fee, parking is available.

This Mediterranean Syracuse guest house is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Palazzo Gilistro offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (60 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 25 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number IT089017A13Y9PF57V

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse
Palazzo Gilistro Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Sicily/Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Syracuse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse
Palazzo Gilistro Guesthouse Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palazzo Gilistro?

Palazzo Gilistro offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Gilistro?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Gilistro on 5 Aug 2026 start from AU$314, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Palazzo Gilistro?

Yep, Palazzo Gilistro has valet parking with in/out privileges for EUR 25 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Palazzo Gilistro?

Yep, Palazzo Gilistro is a short 7-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa.

Does Palazzo Gilistro serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is available at Palazzo Gilistro.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palazzo Gilistro?

No, Palazzo Gilistro does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palazzo Gilistro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Palazzo Gilistro?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Palazzo Gilistro Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 186 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and lovely team, so friendly and welcoming and helpful. Perfectly located right in the most beautiful part of the town.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mehran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , Great staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, extremely helpful and informative staff. Delicious fresh breakfasts. Gorgeous spacious room with fantastic views. Can’t recommend it highly enough. In a word Fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was delightfully welcoming, attentive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olexiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and location! We will stay again when we return to Ortigia!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In the old town, close to area attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely clean hotel. Super friendly staff as well. Was perfect as a base for exploring, we loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in the centre, excellent choice of breakfast items, very reliable valet parking and comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with the kindest staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff. Lovely rooms with nice happy hour and breakfast. Beautiful view of water from our room. Great location but difficult parking. Great walking location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very centric place to relax in the heard of Siracusa. Comfortable room, great staff and a yummy breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

We really enjoyed our stay at Palazzo Gilistro. The location was perfect. Right on one of the main streets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great find

excellent room, location and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in the centre. The staff were wonderful. Breakfast superb. Great view from the balcony. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel. The staff is very friendly. The rooms are spacious and clean, smell good, great selection of breakfast food.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely view from our balcony. Cute little rooftop bar. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Delicious simple breakfast and awesome coffee. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was immaculate. Airport shuttle was very convenient. Breakfast was perfect. Staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great location and the staff are very friendly and nice! The rooftop terrace was nice as well. The room was spacious, the washroom was big. Overall was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Syracuse

Clean, comfortable stay in the heart of the Ortigia Island area of Syracuse. Helpful and friendly staff. Great breakfast and rooftop bar area. We coordinated with the hotel for valet parking which was helpful given density of the area and limited parking options. Convenient location with easy access to most of the key sites in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful boutique hotel. Perfect location. Staff are very welcoming and friendly. They go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. Room very clean and well maintained. We stayed for ome week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025