Grand Hotel Minareto Siracusa

From the temples built by the Ancient Greeks to the exuberant masterpieces of 18th century Sicilian Baroque, the townscape of Siracusa testifies to the thousands of years of history which have made this Sicilian city one of the most fascinating of Mediterranean melting pots. The same exotic atmosphere pervades Grand Hotel Minareto, a luxury seaside resort situated directly opposite the islet of Ortigia - Siracusa's historic center.

In the resort's park, a web of stone pathways weaves its way between the carob, olive and palm trees to the hotel's intimate and wonderfully private bedrooms. Bedroom interiors feature a sophisticated combination of classic and art deco styles and occasional contemporary touches. Rooms open out onto large terraces with sweeping views of the islet of Ortigia, the sea and the Red Lighthouse.

At Siracusa's Grand Hotel Minareto guests enjoy sensations of wellbeing 24hrs a day. From the first hours of the morning the resort's private beach, a bay of white sand between the rocks, is drenched in the warm Sicilian sun. In the afternoon, guests might easily be found relaxing by the pool, enjoying a tasty snack or refreshing crushed ice drink at the Sicily Bar. As the sun sets, the Minareto Bar provides the ideal venue in which to enjoy an aperitif whilst contemplating the enchanting vision of Ortigia by night. Dinner is served by candlelight in the hotel's "Nesos" restaurant, famous for its Sicilian Haute-cuisine. On summer evenings, guests can choose to eat al fresco in the roof garden facing the sea.

Grand Hotel Minareto's faultless hospitality and excellent cuisine make the resort a much sought after location for wedding receptions and other important social gatherings. For conferences and corporate events, there are five modular meeting rooms with a capacity for as many as 425 participants.