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Populus

1.0 star property

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Food and drink
Economy Single Room | Bathroom
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, desk
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

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Via Pausbio 23-25b, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Place, Porto Piccolo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Syracuse Forum Ruins
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | View from room

Double Room, Private Bathroom

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

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Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Single Room

Grand Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Syracuse

Populus places you in the centre of Syracuse, within a short 5-minute stroll of Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea. Highlights at this affittacamere include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly affittacamere offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-in. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also motorbike parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Santa Lucia affittacamere include Lungomare di Ortigia and Arenella Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Porto Piccolo - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Syracuse Forum Ruins - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Temple of Apollo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 12 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Della Palma - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Midolo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fari - pasta e cucina - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café Story - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Milk and Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Populus

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Populus. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Syracuse affittacamere.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Populus offers 10 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Terrace

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per day

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
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Populus Condo Syracuse
Populus Syracuse
Hotel Populus Sicily/Syracuse
Populus Syracuse
Populus Affittacamere
Populus Affittacamere Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Populus?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Populus?

As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Populus on 14 June 2026 start from AU$124, 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 Populus?

Yep, Populus has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Populus?

Yep, Populus is a short 20-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Aretusa. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

What makes Populus a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Populus.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Populus?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Populus?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Populus Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Thomas

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

Better hotels elsewhere in Syracuse

Just stay somewhere else, plain and simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ciara

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

Good value for money

This hotel is good value-for-money in a good location. It is about a 10 minute walk from the train station, equal walking distance to Ortigia island and the archaeological park (20 minutes), and reasonably close to supermarkets and restaurants. Staff were friendly and easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A very basic hotel.

The hotel was conveniemtly located in Siracusa. The room service was excellent. But the bed pillow, however, was very flat and uncomfortable as well as the bed matress.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Helpful, friendly place. large room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

ESKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
OK
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

RICHARD

Room and bath were clean, but they smelled of heavy smoking activity. Too cold to keep balcony door open to air out room. No warm or hot water for shower on last day. Breakfast was sparse by all Sicilian hotel and B@B standards. Just a croissant and a coffee of choice. Both were good, however. Shower glass enclosure leaked which is a problem in many places in Sicily. Housekeeping was great. Very quiet location. Location is great for walks to Old Siracusa and the island. Beds very comfortable. Lighting good. WIFI, heat and AC great and work well. All in all, a mixed bag.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ottima struttura in una zona veramente strategica!! Consiglio vivamente!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Receptionen var inte öppen på eftermiddagen som utlovats
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Une nuit

Correct seulement pour une courte nuit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

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

Friendly

Nice friendly staff. Good place that also rent u a car if needed. within walking distance to Ortigia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

pascal

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

Bien placé... Hôtel simple mais sympa....

Hotel bien situé proche des lieux d'intérêt.... Accueil chaleureux et personnel très sympathique.... Facile de se garer dans les rues avoisinante...je précise séjour fin septembre....
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel très accueillant. WiFi trop faible dans la chambre du fond
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Not great

Uncomfortable bed, very loud refrigerator in the room, annoying during night. We were told breakfast was from 7.30 to 10h. We came downstairs little after 7.30 (we were in a hurry to catch a flight), but there was nobody there and no breakfast set up. We left around 7.45 and the woman just started setting everything up... so we left without breakfast. Very unprofessional! Good location, not far from the old city center. Free parking in the street. Room was clean, but not big.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cornelia PM

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

You get what you pay for

You get what you pay for. It’s cheap, so it won’t be a 5 star place. I had a room on the second/top floor. Bit old but clean, although non smoking you could smell that in the past it had been a smoking room. Annoyingly, qifi never worked in my room once when I was there. Breakfast is basic. I parked in front of the hotel, on the street without issue. Location is in walking distance of the old part of town, travelled as a woman alone and felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall very Good location and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Paolo

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

Two steps away from Ortigia (8 minutes only)

There was a light smell of smoke from previous guests probably. The hot water in the shower is reversed. A part from that, everything has been nice, the deal I got was cheap and the location was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to walk up many steps to get to the room. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

good

Staff was very kind and good service and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel situato in buona posizione, tra Ortigia e l'area archeologica di Neapolis
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lionel

Liked: Staff & service
L hôtel est vieillot mais sympa et bien placé pour accéder au centre ancien de Syracuse. Le rapport qualité prix est très bon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great staff, so-so location.

Easy to find parking. Staff was incredibly friendly and hospitable. On foot, you are about 20 min from bars/restaurants in Ortigia and 10 min from ruins. But you're outside the main area and there's really nothing around. (The proof is in the pudding when you need to shell out 2E for a beer.) But again, the staff was terrific. Place was clean. Moderate shower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reinaldo

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

Ótimo!

Chegamos pela manhã, antes do horário do check in, e fomos muito bem recebidos. A moça e o rapaz foram muito prestativos, falavam italiano e inglês bem o suficiente para que houvesse compreensão. O quarto não estava pronto ainda, mas arrumaram depois para nós. É fácil de chegar ao parque e a ilha de Ortigia, mas pra chegar nele é necessário um mapa. Hoje outra moça nos ofereceu café da manhã, mesno não estando na reserva.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

maria

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Hotel

Se non fosse per la cortesia del personale....assolutamente antico, si salva solo per la colazione
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

gilbert

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Bon séjour

Bon séjour hôtel bien situé,accueil agréable cet hôtel mériterait un peu pus d'entretien
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent rapport qualité prix. A 20 minutes à pied d'Ortigia. Le personnel est de bons conseils.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018