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Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel in Ortigia

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Superior Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace
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Superior Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Via Savoia, 21, Ortigia, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Place, Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Classic Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Syracuse

Ortigia stay.With a stay at this Ortigia hotel, you'll be steps from Temple of Apollo and Porta Marina. Ionian Sea and Santa Lucia Bridge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Temple of Apollo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tropical Aquarium of Syracuse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 16 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viola Espressobar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Apollo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Tana del Gufo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tavernetta Uno da Simone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nostos Bistrot - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia

3-star Colonial hotel in Ortigia
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia. A cruise ship terminal shuttle, a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free.

This 3-star Syracuse hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 3 2026 to January 5 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from January 3 2026 to January 5 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property 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 percent 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 130 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (2133 ft away)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Gran Bretagna Syracuse
Gran Bretagna Hotel
Gran Bretagna Hotel Syracuse
Gran Bretagna Syracuse
Gran Bretagna Hotel Sicily/Syracuse Italy
Gran Bretagna
Hotel Gran Bretagna
Gran Bretagna Ortigia Syracuse
Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia Hotel
Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia Syracuse
Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia Hotel Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia to the airport?

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia is 38.8 mi (48-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia have an airport shuttle?

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 130 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Aretusa and 11-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia offer free breakfast?

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia have a pool?

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia does not have a pool.

Does Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia to downtown Syracuse?

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia is 0.1 mi away from Syracuse.

Gran Bretagna Boutique Hotel Ortigia Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely welcome from the friendly team. Fantastic breakfast and a great room. Excellent location in Ortigia. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Raul, sugar land

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Vahak

This hotel canceled our booking - made at least 4 months in advance - and booked another hotel, Gargallo, in Ortigia. While the cancelation was unpleasant, hotel Gargallo truned out to be a very nice and convenient stay for us. Therefore, I am unable to rate Gran Bretagna Hotel, as we didn't get to stay there, due to cancellation of our booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good so far
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful boutique hotel in a premiere location - just a few minutes walk from the bridges of Ortigia, the Temple of Apollo, and the large outdoor market. The staff is incredible. Francesca arranged car pick-ups, gave us maps of the island and suggestions on what to visit, and walked with us to the box office so we could use her resident discount to buy tickets for a Greek play at the amphitheater! She, along with all her colleagues, were incredibly warm and hospitable. We were sad to say goodbye to them when it was time to leave. We also loved having a glass of cold, freshly squeezed orange juice at the bar after a day of walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hideaki

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Traveled with family
15 min after we checked in, the staff came to tell us she made a mistake and we need to move to a different room. Then in the evening, there was no hot water. There was no front desk, no contact info in the room to report the issue. We had to find a number on the internet to call. Numerous calls later, a technician and a staff came. They seemed not to be able to resolve the issue. Instead asked us to move again. We asked if we could take a shower in another room which they allowed, Next morning, though we were told when checked in, the front desk would be staffed by 10:00 am and we could leave our luggage there. No one was there. We had to leave our luggage in our room with a notice, but dropped the key as told. When we came back around 11:00 to get our luggage, no one was there. After looking around, a cleaning lady opened the door for us. However, she refused to allow us to use the toilet even though the room was not cleaned. She was so rude and cold, i can’t believe she even worked in hospitality. No sympathy and no flexibility. I guess they already had our money so dont care. she should be fired!! We have never had any experience like this after traveling in so many countries and places. This hotel is really terrible!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria A

Traveled with partner
Great location for visiting Ortigia with a great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lesli

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

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

Gran Bretagna is Grand!

Extremely professional staff and in amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

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

Good hotel in a good location.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

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

Great central location

Staff were very helpful with directions, parking, Ortigio is another limited parking, Low Emissions Zone in Italy / Sicily, so valet parking is the way to go. Recommendations of sightseeing and cafes & restaurant are spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most perfect location! Ortigia is really special. Staff so helpful, room very clean. Delicious breakfast with continental fare but also scrambled eggs and bacon, and really lovely coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew, London

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa F

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large clean room and attached bath. Great albeit small shower but our first in 4 days that actually drained (yay)! Staff very nice & helpful. With an attached restaurant for drinks & snacks it’s very convenient. Only drawback is finding parking in the local lots as the parking is very difficult in the area. Be sure to download EasyPark app before you leave also as there is no on site parking at the hotel and several of the machines in the parking lots don’t work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Lovely stay.

We spent two night at this hotel. The location is really nice. I can’t say enough about the staff. They work flawlessly as a team and made our stay so comfortable. I wish I could write all their names in this review. Thank you for all you did for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Good 3 night stay in Ortigia.

This hotel was very clean and in a good location for exploring Ortigia. Not too many stairs to reach the first floor. The breakfast was very good, and the young man in charge was very helpful several times on our 3 night stay. The rooms are plain but clean and large. We enjoyed the small balcony. On weekend nights the crowd below was quite loud, but the AC mostly muffled the outdoor noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great hotel in Ortigia

Ortigia is an island and this hotel is in the best part of it. Walk to everything and a huge choice of restaurants and shops. Combine that with the charm of Ortigia I will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chin-Hui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is personally involved and attends to all detail. The hotel location is great for easy access to everything you would like in a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023