Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4.0 star property
4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Cathedral of Syracuse

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Reception
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Reception
Front of property
Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, alfresco dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite Executive

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Syracuse

City center retreat .With a stay at this Ortigia hotel, you'll be steps from Cathedral of Syracuse and Piazza del Duomo. Palazzo Bellomo Regional Gallery and Fonte Aretusa are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Temple of Apollo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 13 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Putia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VIOLABAKERYCAFE' - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Minerva - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cortile Verga - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chiodo - Showroom Con Cucina - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Cathedral of Syracuse
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats. The hotel can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. For a fee, parking is available.

This Beaux Arts Syracuse hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats offers 40 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers. This Syracuse hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.00 per person, per night
  • Service fee: 15 percent

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards, and cash.

Property Registration Number IT089017A1Z7I8Q4XM

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.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Antico Hotel
Antico Hotel Roma
Antico Hotel Roma 1880
Antico Roma 1880
Hotel 1880
Antico Hotel Roma 1880 Syracuse
Antico Roma 1880 Syracuse
Antico Hotel Roma 1880 Sicily/Syracuse, Italy
Roma Hotel Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats to the airport?

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats is 39.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats on Oct 2, 2025 start from $395.23, excluding 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.

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats.

How close is Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa and 6-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Aretusa. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for EUR 35 per day.

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats have a pool?

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats does not have a pool.

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats have a restaurant?

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats is home to Ristorante Amunì, which features Italian cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats to downtown Syracuse?

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats is 0.3 mi away from Syracuse.

Reviews

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 652 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
SuperCool place to stay right in the center of Ortigia! Will def refer this to friends and family for their stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely central position behind the cathedral. Very smart and well looked after property with some lovely staff. Always smelt amazing and was cool, which is important in the heat of Sicily. Attached restaurant was lovely. Our only criticisms are: cost of drinks in the hotel and the selection at breakfast was limited and not always replenished quickly enough. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is amazing, staff was amazing and it’s in the center of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in the center. Getting there with a car is tricky and GPS can lead you to very narrow alley but once you get there everything else is smooth. Staff were very attentive and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palazzo Artemide is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Very attentive staff. The hotel itself is gorgeous and located in the heart of Ortigia. Rooms are spacious and air-conditioned (invaluable during the heat wave going on at the time). And the valet parking is extremely helpful, given that street parking in Ortigia is next to impossible. The restaurant and bar are less impressive, but otherwise it was a five-star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Salim El, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located in the heart of Ortigia, but I have been in quieter hotels nearby, hearing the doors of other rooms slammed in the morning for 3 continuous days is not a pleasant experience at all, as well as some of the nearby sites restoration (they literally start as early as 8AM). The breakfast is poor compared to the nightly rates! In my opinion, this is an over priced hotel and not worth it, unless you have no other choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palazzo Artemide is an excellent hotel in a perfect location right next to the Piazza Minerva. The rooms are spacious, clean and nicely decorated. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Included breakfast is great. It has the touch of a luxury hotel. Not easy to find by car, but they help you then with valet parking. Or you can park at the Palace Ortega Hotel for 24 hours and take a taxi to the hotel. Cost is similar. We enjoyed our two night stay in this great hotel and great town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a lovely room with loft and two bathrooms!
View from our room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vivian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and hotel is renovated with all the modern conveniences in an old palazzo with charm. Great air conditioning and comfortable room with a modern bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

What more do you need?

Great, friendly & helpful staff, great food, great hotel, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANG UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in Ortigia within a pedestrian zone. Rooms are large, with excellent bathroom products. Nice breakfast buffet with lots of choice. Staff are very accommodating. Just be aware if you are driving, even with the directions provided by the hotel, it can be confusing to locate it. The hotel will valet your car and then all is fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, the staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The location is right in the heart of the city. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Loved it and would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a week in Italy and Sicily with multiple stops , this hotel was my favorite! Very charming , historic but perfectly remodeled building , close to everything. We used valet parking with the hotel, very smoothly operated and easy option. Our junior suite was the biggest and nicest during this trip, immaculately clean and well stacked. The staff were helpful and kind. The breakfast could have been a little better ( we tried both the buffet and Ala carte options in the family ) but overall a very satisfying visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, excellent service. Got a really cute personalised gift for the dog. Restaurant is very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple elegance, well decorated small Hotel with friendly staff, Roberto at the front desk was great, so friendly and helpful, Thanks!!! Highly recommend the hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent, NEW YORK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bruna At the receptionist desk was great at setting u our car service and excursion trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham, Madison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent service, clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PREET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, newly renovated hotel, and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 STARS - great property, great location, super staff, everything was top notch, would totally stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quality

Feeling of comfort and luxury from entering the building. Fantastic front of house staff, really pleasant and helpful kitchen staff during dinner at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024