Aretusa Vacanze B&B

This an extraordinary lovely place to stay. Perfect location to explore Ortigia and beyond. A very comfortable bed and spacious room. But the best of all was the personalised advice and warm welcome we received from Stefano, Antonio and the whole Aretusa Vacanze family. Oh, and the breakfast - best we’ve ever had on holiday. Homemade jams in every flavour you could want, endless cups of delicious coffee, and gorgeous views from the rooftop breakfast area. We’ll be back and would highly recommend!

This is a wonderful B & B, run by several generations of one family who are very friendly, helpful and always willing to chat. Our triple room on the first floor, with elevator access, was sufficiently spacious, with a slightly rustic air to the décor. The kitchenette does not encourage ambitious cooking, but is functional for basic meals. There was some noise from the restaurants in the lane outside in the evening, but we simply closed our window to shut it out until it quietened down. The B & B is well-located for exploring the island of Ortigia as well as walking up to the Siracusa mainland. We enjoyed having breakfast on the roof terrace, served by the family and there were a good selection of hot and cold options; the scrambled eggs were particularly good.

From the check-in to the room, shower, amenities and fabulous breakfast, this vacation stay was a 10 star experience. Details like; a heat/aircon unit with pictures for ease of operation; A wonderful magnifying mirror strategically placed ON the bathroom mirror for perfect makeup application; a fabulous walk-in shower with hot water and a hand held AND overhead shower; a huge closet/wardrobe, hangers, drying rack with clothes pins; an elevator that made long days less painful:)) and there isn't a cleaner place to stay anywhere in Sicily - that was so worry free. I was a bit nervous about the 'outside' breakfast venue on the top floor - it was December! BUT the sun and the blankets was a dream for the most pleasant atmosphere. But the food, from fresh squeezed orange juice - which is beyond anything I've ever had - to the homemade specialty cakes, the best coffees, and real eggs, bacon and you name your own pastries! Stefano, the owner and his family were so personal, caring and genuinely gracious in providing THE best experience while in their hotel and in Sicily! I understand why this B and B books quickly AND people stay for days, weeks, even a month - I will return! THANK YOU, Stefano! Mary and Warren

Very kind and professional people. They treated us like family. We were sad to leave. Highly recommended.

Room was very clean, comfy and felt like home. The family that ran the B&B was so kind and sweet. This is the place to stay if you are in Ortigia. It's a gem. The roof-top balcony gives you a breathe taking scene to look at while enjoying a simply yet delicious breakfast, which you can change daily. The Pistachio Croissants are delicious, I ate at least two each morning. You are feet from the water, restaurants and shops. If you are ever in need the family will help you in any way they can. I cannot state how kind they all are. They even printed out recommendations and offered to walk a couple to a place so they didn't get lost. A must stay if you are in Ortigia. We stayed for 4 days and would do it again. Love this B&B