I recently booked two rooms at this hotel and, unfortunately, my experience was far from what I had…read morehoped for. I booked the presidential suite room 201, and was extremely let down upon arrival. The room was outdated, showing signs of wear and tear that suggested it hadn't been remodeled in decades. For the hefty price of $2,400 a night, I expected a much more luxurious and not dated room. My other room 101 was actually nicer and 1/2 the price. After expressing my concerns, the staff did offer me a different room 105 that had been remodeled, although it was not a suite. While I appreciated the effort, it was disappointing to have to downgrade when I had specifically booked a suite for that price. They mentioned they would speak to the booking agency regarding the price difference or possibly cover my dinner as compensation. However, at the end of my stay, I was surprised to find that nothing was taken off my bill. The hotel is situated in an amazing location. However, the outdated rooms and the lack of care from the staff left much to be desired. I felt that the staff didn't prioritize guest satisfaction, which really detracted from the overall stay. Overall, I cannot recommend this hotel unless significant changes are made to both the accommodations and the level of service. It's a shame, as this place has so much potential in such a prime location. Knowing other real luxury resorts are near the area we will just stay there next year.

Very nice restored villa. The views of the Valley of the Temples are outstanding. The pool and…read morethe grounds are beautiful and well manicured. Lots of safe parking. Their restaurant is amazing and the food is great. 5 stars for the service, beds, and especially the towels, some of the best towels I've ever used. The missing 5th star is because of the noise in the room. You can hear other sounds from surrounding guests, talking, showers, toilets flushing etc. It's a 200 year old building so perfection in this area can't be expected, just thought it was worth mentioning.

From start to finish loved this charming hotel by the water in Ortigia / Siracusa. Denise and the…read moreteam at the front desk were so warm and helpful. The location is perfect to stroll into town, walk to the water, or take boat excursions. Wish we could have stayed here longer.

Photos do not do this very special hotel justice. We were lucky enough to book the family room and…read morecouldn't believe our eyes when we walked in. Two exceptionally spacious rooms with beautiful bathrooms, high ceilings, stocked refrigerators connected through a perfect hallway that allowed both for privacy and the comfort of togetherness for our younger kids. It was fabulous. The location is lovely in perfect Ortigia, which in and of itself is such a gem. The staff offered many great restaurant recommendations and could not have been more accommodating. The breakfast was excellent - you would be hard pressed to find a person who wasn't delighted by the myriad of offerings. The hotel also has a spacious seating area to relax with wine, water, some juice and little bowls of snacks during the day, which made for a nice area to relax with our kids in the hot afternoons. A couple of teeny tiny quibbles: the tvs were so small they were unusable (wouldn't care normally but we were there during the world cup and the ball was a mere pinprick) and had very few stations, the shower floor was so incredibly slippery that my son took a nasty spill (I almost did as well, so it wasn't kid horsing around) and the parking is more expensive than it should be. The air in one of the rooms ran very cold and refused to adjust, but in a 105 degree heatwave, that was certainly preferable to the alternative. One final quibble - they use some sort of a pod machine for the coffee, which in addition to being environmentally questionable when used on a large scale, it also makes pretty low grade coffee. We'd come to enjoy our morning freshly ground lattes elsewhere, so again, though a minor quibble, I think they should switch to a standard machine to step it up just a notch. We would enthusiastically recommend this hotel to all. It's a real find.

My wife and I stayed here during out last trip to Sicily... and found our favorite Boutique Hotel…read morein the world. The owners have done an absolutely beautiful job restoring and updating the building. The wide open spaces and minimalist deco amplified the stately nature of entry way. Vitorio, our concierge for the stay, was immensely helpful and very understanding of our limited Italian vocabulary. The rooms are actually quite large by European standards and was just as inviting as the foyer. The bed was more than comfortable (of course, we might have slept so soundly from all the sightseeing that day) and the bathroom equally as impressive. We hope to return soon and when we do, we'll be staying at Hotel Cavalieri.

From the owner: Hotel Cavalieri, Boutique Townhouse Hotel, 4 stars, just on the other side of the delicious island…read moreOrtigia, historical centre of Siracusa. Smart rates for direct bookers. Incl. buffet breakfast inclusive and wifi internet.

This may be the best hotel that we have ever stayed at. The space is beautiful and elegant. The…read morerooms are awesome. We upgraded and had a beautifully appointed room with a patio. The staff couldn't do enough for us. The outdoor spaces are amazing. The restaurant and bar offer well shaded dining areas with an ocean view. It's a lot of fun to linger over the excellent breakfast or a cocktail. The poolside area is ringed with lounge chairs and attentive staff. At first I was concerned because the hotel is located outside of downtown Palermo. There are shuttles that drop you off downtown. It was actually a relief to be at a quiet location away from the crowded city center. Rooms are expensive, but staying here is an indulgence. It's well worth the splurge.

A great pleasure to write this review. With Grand Hotel Villa Igiea everything is outstanding and…read moreexceptional. Style and class is combined with a relaxed approach and a beauty that stuns you. Palermo at its best. And you can in fact stay here without ruining yourself. The building, the garden, the sea embrace you, having breakfast, lunch and dinner or just a late night walk. Top class in every dimension. Highly recommended for all of us. Sad to say this kind of experience probably will not last for ever...

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Verdura Resort, and I must say it was an absolutely…read morefantastic experience from start to finish. The staff is extremely well trained to make you feel welcomed and in serene. No bossing you around or telling you can't do this can't do that. Very friendly staff, super service all around, gorgeous room, amazing views, gorgeous golf course. Of course all the restaurants in the grounds are over priced, but that is to expect. If you are adventurer and have a vehicle I would recommend to check out the near by towns and restaurants for your meals. Overall, Great experience, from the moment you drive in to the property.

This comes about a year and a half late, but I wanted to provide a review of our outstanding…read morehoneymoon spent at Verdura in October of 2022. This resort is the ultimate escape. The property is beautiful and sprawling - easy and fun to explore with the inclusion of free bikes everywhere. My husband and I enjoyed riding the bikes around the winding trails across the property and using them to get from our room to the restaurants, bars, pool, and gym on property. The pool was beautiful, as was the beach. So many wonderful places to sit outside, relax, and enjoy the scenery. The gym was very large and well equipped. I do regret not taking advantage of the spa services as the entire spa/fitness complex was very serene. Service was outstanding. Ambiance was incredible. Rooms were luxurious (particularly the bathrooms!). The resort is so sprawling that no one part of it ever felt crowded. It truly felt like we had so much privacy. My only complaint is that food prices in the seafood restaurant were a little high for food that was just ok. But we thoroughly enjoyed the restaurant and patio in the main building, as well as a more casual dining option near the golf clubhouse. All in all, I wish we would have spent more of our honeymoon at Verdura. Our stay seemed far too short. Final thoughts - an excellent, romantic getaway for couples, but I suspect this place is also a family paradise in the summer months. There seems to be a lot of programming and activities for children.

Was greeted with friendly staff and delicious treats with champagne. The B&B hotel style was…read morewonderful & extremely clean!!

Porta di Castro is great. It has a unique, hip feel to it, with funky art and old Vespa parts…read moreadorning the walls. The staff are very kind and helpful and provided us with some great tips on where to go around Palermo. The location is great for walking around the heart of town. The breakfast ain't bad, either. Highly recommended.