Overview
Renovated 17th-century B&B on Ortygia Island with rooftop breakfast overlooking the Bay of Syracuse
Self-Catering Rooms in a Historic Building
Aretusa Vacanze B&B offers spacious rooms with kitchenettes, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. The building is a completely renovated 17th-century structure located in the center of Ortygia Island. All rooms include an LCD satellite TV and daily cleaning service.
Rooftop Breakfast with Homemade Jams
A sweet and savory buffet breakfast is served daily on the roof terrace with views of the Bay of Syracuse. The breakfast includes homemade jams made by the owner's father, available in nine different flavors. Guests can also enjoy fresh squeezed blood orange juice and pistachio croissants.
Central Location on Ortygia Island
Aretusa Vacanze is close to the Arethusa Fountain and Piazza Duomo, one of the main squares. The sea is a 5-minute walk away, and Cala Rossa Beach is within walking distance. The B&B is situated in a narrow alley accessible only on foot, with the owner's family helping with luggage and parking logistics.
Multi-Generational Family Service
Three generations of the family run Aretusa Vacanze B&B, providing personalized hospitality and restaurant recommendations. Stefano and his family assist with booking private parking, arranging taxi transfers, and reserving tables at local restaurants. The family also offers babysitting services and strollers for guests with young children.
Practical Amenities for a Comfortable Stay
The B&B has an elevator that serves all floors except the rooftop, which is accessible via a spiral staircase. Guests receive assistance with parking logistics and reservations at a nearby garage for EUR 20 per night. The property also provides luggage storage, lockers, and a safety deposit box.
- Location: Central Ortygia, 5-minute walk to sea
- Rooms: Spacious self-catering rooms with kitchenettes
- Dining: Rooftop breakfast with homemade jams and sea view
- Service: Multi-generational family hospitality
- Parking: Assistance with reservations at nearby garage
- Family: Babysitting services and strollers
- Access: Elevator in historic building
Licence number: 19089017B402047,IT089017B4MZ6MIALM
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Shower
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Heating
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Street view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Handicap parking
Luggage storage
Locker room
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Flat-screen TV
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Baby pushchair
Room view
- Street view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Aretusa Vacanze B&B
| 💵 Lowest room price | 73 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.4 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 64.1 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Fontanarossa, CTA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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