Giuggiulena
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US$226
/ night
About this property
Centrally located in Syracuse, this Mediterranean affittacamere features a rooftop terrace and bicycle rentals for guests.
Location
Located on the waterfront, Giuggiulena Villa is in Santa Lucia, a neighborhood in Syracuse. Papyrus Museum and Technopark Archimedes are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Porto Piccolo. Arkimedeion Museum and Museum of the Sea of Syracuse are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
Parking
Airport shuttle
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Room options
32
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Sea ViewBalconyAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
11
Double Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
Sea ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
17
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
Room details
2 Single Beds
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
646 ft²
Sea ViewAir ConditioningHeatingKitchenettePrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
7
King Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
Sea ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
8
Standard Double Or Twin Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
Sea ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
11
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
Sea ViewBalconyAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
Guest reviews of Giuggiulena
9.3
Superb
Based on 164 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
100%
What guests think
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At Giuggiulena, guests rave about its dramatic seafront setting with direct access to the water, spacious sea-view rooms, and warmly personal hosting, plus generous homemade breakfasts enjoyed on terraces that overlook sunrise and waves, creating a calm, restorative base.
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At Giuggiulena, guests rave about its dramatic seafront setting with direct access to the water, spacious sea-view rooms, and warmly personal hosting, plus generous homemade breakfasts enjoyed on terraces that overlook sunrise and waves, creating a calm, restorative base.
Service stands out as exceptional and personal, with Sabrina and Claudia offering thoughtful help, recommendations, and, for some stays, memorable home-cooked dinners or special arrangements. It's typically a 15-25 minute walk to Ortigia in a calmer area than the center, which several appreciate, though a few consider the distance long. Expect an intimate, restorative stay.
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Facilities
Direct sea access and waterside terraces with loungers are frequent highlights. A few guests also mention on-site parking.
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10
Terence
9 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
10
Bettina
1 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
10
Mark
1 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 5 nights
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
10
Susan
27 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Sisters Claudia and Sabrina and their attentive staff were excellent. The rooms had amazing views, the swimming off the rocks was into pristine waters, and the rooms were comfortable and stylish. What made us change plans and stay two more days was the friendly staff and the sumptuous, homemade breakfasts with savory and sweet delicacies made by Claudia. I am a swimmer and went down the coast a half kilometer or so and felt safe. The Ionian Sea was crystal clear and stunning. We attended “Medea” in the ancient theater and it was great too. An all around wonderful time!
Sisters Claudia and Sabrina and their attentive staff were excellent. The rooms had amazing views, the swimming off the rocks was into pristine waters, and the rooms were comfortable and stylish. What made us change plans and stay two more days was the friendly staff and the sumptuous, homemade breakfasts with savory and sweet delicacies made by Claudia. I am a swimmer and went down the coast a half kilometer or so and felt safe. The Ionian Sea was crystal clear and stunning. We attended “Medea” in the ancient theater and it was great too. An all around wonderful time!
10
Laura Lee
3 Nov 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
We were able to swim right off of the property into the beautiful blue sea:). Breakfast at sunrise on the balcony was exquisite. Wonderful spot!
We were able to swim right off of the property into the beautiful blue sea:). Breakfast at sunrise on the balcony was exquisite. Wonderful spot!
10
Elizabeth
7 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is located at the edge of the sea. It is a very special location. Sabrina is a wonderful host; she is friendly, warm and generous. I felt like a guest in her beautifully appointed home. The breakfast preparation was beautiful and I observed many guests (including myself) taking photos of the sumptuous display. We went swimming in the sea and sat on the balcony watching the waves wash over the rocks. It’s a stunning setting. I was sad to leave and hope to have the opportunity to visit again.
This property is located at the edge of the sea. It is a very special location. Sabrina is a wonderful host; she is friendly, warm and generous. I felt like a guest in her beautifully appointed home. The breakfast preparation was beautiful and I observed many guests (including myself) taking photos of the sumptuous display. We went swimming in the sea and sat on the balcony watching the waves wash over the rocks. It’s a stunning setting. I was sad to leave and hope to have the opportunity to visit again.
10
Sue
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
8
Andre
4 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Fantastisk plass med hyggelig og vennlige vertinner- spesielt Sabrine. Noe pågående arbeid og restuarering som lengste laget.skjemmer noe, Gangavstand til Ortegia ca 20 min- noe i lengste laget- Flott bademulighet ved klippene og frokoste ved sjøen.
Fantastisk plass med hyggelig og vennlige vertinner- spesielt Sabrine. Noe pågående arbeid og restuarering som lengste laget.skjemmer noe, Gangavstand til Ortegia ca 20 min- noe i lengste laget- Flott bademulighet ved klippene og frokoste ved sjøen.
10
Natalya
13 Oct 2022
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Stayed 6 nights
Our stay at Villa Giuggiulena was amazing! Loved every moment of it. Delicious breakfast with freshly made pastries, quiet location with easy parking, short walking distance from Ortigia... Claudia and Sabrina were so welcoming! Hope to go back and stay there again!
Our stay at Villa Giuggiulena was amazing! Loved every moment of it. Delicious breakfast with freshly made pastries, quiet location with easy parking, short walking distance from Ortigia... Claudia and Sabrina were so welcoming! Hope to go back and stay there again!
10
Eva
4 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are consistently described as very clean, with some calling them spotless.
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10
Barbara
15 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
10
Melinda
10 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
10
caroline
15 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Vue magnifique, proche de Syracuse. Calme, propre. Personnel très gentil. Bon petit déjeuner. Super
Vue magnifique, proche de Syracuse. Calme, propre. Personnel très gentil. Bon petit déjeuner. Super
10
Rita
22 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
10
Sang
21 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Incredible host, unbelievable ocean side views, peaceful sound of waves, home made delicious breakfast. Very clean room and excellent bathroom. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful time during our stay.
Incredible host, unbelievable ocean side views, peaceful sound of waves, home made delicious breakfast. Very clean room and excellent bathroom. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful time during our stay.
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Rooms
Spacious, comfortable rooms with modern decor and sea views are widely praised, many with balconies. Several mention excellent beds and well-appointed bathrooms.
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10
Terence
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
10
Lillian
17 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent! Host was very helpful. Amazing room with views of the sea.
Excellent! Host was very helpful. Amazing room with views of the sea.
10
Barbara
15 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
10
Melinda
10 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
10
Sue
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
10
Portia
29 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful location. Most beautiful rooms. And particularly amazing staff.
Wonderful location. Most beautiful rooms. And particularly amazing staff.
10
Rita
22 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
10
rodrigo
14 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning room, staff and food. can’t wait to go back.
Stunning room, staff and food. can’t wait to go back.
10
angela
9 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous property! An amazing staff, beautiful views, a jewel.
Fabulous property! An amazing staff, beautiful views, a jewel.
10
Eva
4 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
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Service
Service is repeatedly described as warm, attentive and highly personalized, with helpful recommendations and extra touches.
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Terence
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
10
Bettina
1 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
10
Barbara
15 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
Claudia and Sabrina are amazing! This place is clean, quiet, comfortable and has the most beautiful views. The rooms are modern and spacious. And the hotel is close to most of the sightseeing. They are so kind and welcoming, we arrived around lunch time and they made us lunch and informed us of what to go see. I have traveled to many places before and this is one of my favorite hotels.
10
Yongbin Alvin
14 Dec 2021
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Stayed 1 night
The B&B is directly beside the sea and have unforgettable views from the room. The breakfast area also have panoramic windows that elevates the whole breakfast experience with an incredible landscape of Syracuse and the sea. We received the kindest hospitality from Sabrina who took care of us, giving us great recommendations about the area, maps, directions and parking tips we could not have known without her help. We left a jacket behind before we left and Sabrina contacted the shop we were visiting to alert us, and we were able to circle back and pick it up later. I hope that I can be back in the future!
The B&B is directly beside the sea and have unforgettable views from the room. The breakfast area also have panoramic windows that elevates the whole breakfast experience with an incredible landscape of Syracuse and the sea. We received the kindest hospitality from Sabrina who took care of us, giving us great recommendations about the area, maps, directions and parking tips we could not have known without her help. We left a jacket behind before we left and Sabrina contacted the shop we were visiting to alert us, and we were able to circle back and pick it up later. I hope that I can be back in the future!
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Melinda
10 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
10
Sarah
18 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A 10 out of 10. Will definitely go back as the host made us feel so incredibly welcome
A 10 out of 10. Will definitely go back as the host made us feel so incredibly welcome
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Sue
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
10
Gregg
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect ocean side setting with sister owners who really personalize your stay. They went above and beyond to ensure a perfect stay.....
Perfect ocean side setting with sister owners who really personalize your stay. They went above and beyond to ensure a perfect stay.....
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Sang
21 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Incredible host, unbelievable ocean side views, peaceful sound of waves, home made delicious breakfast. Very clean room and excellent bathroom. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful time during our stay.
Incredible host, unbelievable ocean side views, peaceful sound of waves, home made delicious breakfast. Very clean room and excellent bathroom. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful time during our stay.
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Eva
4 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
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Location
Seaside setting in a calmer area, typically a 15-25 minute walk to Ortigia. Some appreciate the peace, while a few find the walk long; several also note proximity to sights like the Greek Theatre.
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Terence
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
Claudia was amazing! Her place is such a great location in Siracusa/Ortigia. It’s literally right on top of the Mediterranean Sea! I woke up each morning to a beautiful sunrise and crashing waves. Where to start? Use her parking if available. It can be a nightmare to park and not get your car dented. Trust me! It’s worth the charge! Park your car and just walk everywhere. Eat great food and burn it off! Haha. She provides a great breakfast with a surprisingly variety. The room was excellent and the bed comfy. Darkening shades were great to sleep in a bit. Listen to her recommendations. They are excellent! See the city in two days. Spend your third day visiting the Roman temples. Worth the drive! Then head on to your next destination. I could not have been happier with choosing her place! It has history and has an amazing view! Book it, if you’re lucky enough to have it available! ❤️🇮🇹😊
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Roberto
28 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Un vero gioiellino a pochi passi da Ortigia. B&B con una vista mozzafiato sul mare. Le due proprietarie gentilissime e ci siamo sentiti veramente coccolati. Consigliatissimo!
Un vero gioiellino a pochi passi da Ortigia. B&B con una vista mozzafiato sul mare. Le due proprietarie gentilissime e ci siamo sentiti veramente coccolati. Consigliatissimo!
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Mark
1 Apr 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
10
Elizabeth
7 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is located at the edge of the sea. It is a very special location. Sabrina is a wonderful host; she is friendly, warm and generous. I felt like a guest in her beautifully appointed home. The breakfast preparation was beautiful and I observed many guests (including myself) taking photos of the sumptuous display. We went swimming in the sea and sat on the balcony watching the waves wash over the rocks. It’s a stunning setting. I was sad to leave and hope to have the opportunity to visit again.
This property is located at the edge of the sea. It is a very special location. Sabrina is a wonderful host; she is friendly, warm and generous. I felt like a guest in her beautifully appointed home. The breakfast preparation was beautiful and I observed many guests (including myself) taking photos of the sumptuous display. We went swimming in the sea and sat on the balcony watching the waves wash over the rocks. It’s a stunning setting. I was sad to leave and hope to have the opportunity to visit again.
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Sue
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
10
caroline
15 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Vue magnifique, proche de Syracuse. Calme, propre. Personnel très gentil. Bon petit déjeuner. Super
Vue magnifique, proche de Syracuse. Calme, propre. Personnel très gentil. Bon petit déjeuner. Super
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Andre
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastisk plass med hyggelig og vennlige vertinner- spesielt Sabrine. Noe pågående arbeid og restuarering som lengste laget.skjemmer noe, Gangavstand til Ortegia ca 20 min- noe i lengste laget- Flott bademulighet ved klippene og frokoste ved sjøen.
Fantastisk plass med hyggelig og vennlige vertinner- spesielt Sabrine. Noe pågående arbeid og restuarering som lengste laget.skjemmer noe, Gangavstand til Ortegia ca 20 min- noe i lengste laget- Flott bademulighet ved klippene og frokoste ved sjøen.
10
Rita
22 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
Excellent location. The decor was lovely. It was a clean and lovely Zen feeling. Nothing overdone, yet the right amount of comfort. The ambience was beautiful. It’s away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle of Ortigya and Siracusa and it made everything worth it. Sisters Sabrina and Claudia, who run the place were very warm and helpful. A very welcoming place!
10
Natalya
13 Oct 2022
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Stayed 6 nights
Our stay at Villa Giuggiulena was amazing! Loved every moment of it. Delicious breakfast with freshly made pastries, quiet location with easy parking, short walking distance from Ortigia... Claudia and Sabrina were so welcoming! Hope to go back and stay there again!
Our stay at Villa Giuggiulena was amazing! Loved every moment of it. Delicious breakfast with freshly made pastries, quiet location with easy parking, short walking distance from Ortigia... Claudia and Sabrina were so welcoming! Hope to go back and stay there again!
10
Eva
4 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for homemade quality, variety and a beautiful sea-view setting. Several guests also enjoyed memorable home-cooked dinners from the hosts.
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Bettina
1 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
Most hotels are a means to an end when visiting a place on vacation, but Giuggiulena became a big part of an unforgettable experience. Truly the boutique hotel of your dreams, the beauty of the interior was matched by the views of the Mediterranean from every window, in our room and in the common areas. You wake up to the sound of the waves and a view of endless expanse of blue, and you have breakfast right by the cliffs overlooking the sea. Apropos: the food is home made and incredibly delicious. At Easter, we had a choice of three fresh cakes, aside from the cheeses, olives, marmalades, breads, fruit, yogurt etc. etc. and coffee made to order. If you want to take a break from the vibrant pace of Ortigia, you can find calm and happiness on the sundeck of the hotel, which has a little self- serve bar, too, and more endless views of the sea. You can take a dip into the sea straight from the hotel. All of this enjoyment is made possible by Signore Elisa and Claudia, the owners of Giuggiulena, who are some of the nicest people we have met on our travels. They are kind and helpful and have wonderful personalities. They designed each room with the needs not only of male, but of female hotel guests. Ladies, no need to waste vacation time to buy body lotion or conditioner or paper tissues, because they never returned to hotels after the pandemic, or do your make up in some corner of a room. We lacked nothing during our stay. We already look forward to returning!
10
Paul
24 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic stay. Made to feel very welcome and what a lovely relaxing place to stay. Evening meal was exceptional.
Fantastic stay. Made to feel very welcome and what a lovely relaxing place to stay. Evening meal was exceptional.
10
Melinda
10 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
10
Mark
1 Apr 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
Wonderful place where you will wake up everyday to a glorious sunrise over the sea lapping below you, and a gorgeous breakfast on the terrace. Team at Giuggiulena are friendly, calm and very happy to help you have a wonderful visit to Sicily. Property is simple but has all you need and nice extras like beautifully fragranced rooms and toiletries. While it is a ~20 mins walk to main tourist spot, I recommend staying here because you get the location right on the sea and is less congested. There are many taxi companies that use WhatsApp if you need lifts but the walk is easy and safe from our experience doing it many times day and night. Enjoy.
10
Robert
16 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The place is beautiful! Breakfast is fantastic! Awesome hospitality and staff Best place to be!!
The place is beautiful! Breakfast is fantastic! Awesome hospitality and staff Best place to be!!
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Laura Lee
3 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We were able to swim right off of the property into the beautiful blue sea:). Breakfast at sunrise on the balcony was exquisite. Wonderful spot!
We were able to swim right off of the property into the beautiful blue sea:). Breakfast at sunrise on the balcony was exquisite. Wonderful spot!
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Sue
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
10
ISABELLA
26 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely stay and the staff is just amazing, thank you so much for your hospitality. Ortigia is just a short drive away and the view from the balcony / breakfast area was breathtaking, plus amazing cakes and the best scrambled eggs we had for ages. We can't wait to come back to this wonderful place. Isabella & Chris
We had a lovely stay and the staff is just amazing, thank you so much for your hospitality. Ortigia is just a short drive away and the view from the balcony / breakfast area was breathtaking, plus amazing cakes and the best scrambled eggs we had for ages. We can't wait to come back to this wonderful place. Isabella & Chris
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Michael
5 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The seaside setting and views are gorgeous and the breakfasts better than some 5-star hotels where we have stayed but what really sets Giuggiulena apart is the warm welcome and matchless hospitality that hosts Sabrina and Claudia provide to their guests.
The seaside setting and views are gorgeous and the breakfasts better than some 5-star hotels where we have stayed but what really sets Giuggiulena apart is the warm welcome and matchless hospitality that hosts Sabrina and Claudia provide to their guests.
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Eva
4 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
After a busy 10 days sight-seeing around Sicily, we found ourselves in this oasis that is Guigguilena. The greeting from Sabrina was warm and personal. The balcony of our spacious room was almost overhanging the ocean. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. One evening Claudia made us a typical and very tasty Sicilian dinner. The centre of Ortigia is an easy 25 minute walk away. What more could one want?
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Samantha
25 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Wow. We just spent 3 nights at Giuggiulena Villa and wish we had stayed here for our whole trip. Almost want to keep it a secret…! It’s a family-run, 8 room boutique hotel by the sea. Location; stunning, right on the sea, all rooms have a sea view; most have balconies overlooking the sea. The property has direct access to the sea (the coast is rocky all around this area). They have rock shoes provided, as well as mats to sit on, sun loungers and inflatables so you can spend your day in the crystal clear water. The hosts Sabrina and Claudia are so lovely and helpful. Excellent communication before the trip organising an airport transfer, booking a local restaurant for our first night’s dinner etc. The friendly family vibe makes you feel so welcome. Breakfast is simple but enough, fresh coffee, yoghurt, eggs, fruit and pastries eaten right by the sea on the terrace. One day they made us a small lunch (as we were busy drinking wine in the sea!) of bruschetta and local ‘spaghetti sandwiches’ which was amazing. They even baked the most delicious chocolate torte for my husband’s birthday. If your priority is being walking distance to Ortigia but with a prime seafront location, look no further. We adored this hotel and will be coming back.
Wow. We just spent 3 nights at Giuggiulena Villa and wish we had stayed here for our whole trip. Almost want to keep it a secret…! It’s a family-run, 8 room boutique hotel by the sea. Location; stunning, right on the sea, all rooms have a sea view; most have balconies overlooking the sea. The property has direct access to the sea (the coast is rocky all around this area). They have rock shoes provided, as well as mats to sit on, sun loungers and inflatables so you can spend your day in the crystal clear water. The hosts Sabrina and Claudia are so lovely and helpful. Excellent communication before the trip organising an airport transfer, booking a local restaurant for our first night’s dinner etc. The friendly family vibe makes you feel so welcome. Breakfast is simple but enough, fresh coffee, yoghurt, eggs, fruit and pastries eaten right by the sea on the terrace. One day they made us a small lunch (as we were busy drinking wine in the sea!) of bruschetta and local ‘spaghetti sandwiches’ which was amazing. They even baked the most delicious chocolate torte for my husband’s birthday. If your priority is being walking distance to Ortigia but with a prime seafront location, look no further. We adored this hotel and will be coming back.
10
James
28 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Hidden gem! The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our visit. Can't beat a room that looks out over the water and is a short walk into town. Would highly recommend!
Hidden gem! The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our visit. Can't beat a room that looks out over the water and is a short walk into town. Would highly recommend!
10
Sue
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
Fantastic hotel with great facilities and very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was very tasty (and lovely to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea). Beautiful big room with a balcony right above the sea. A lovely calm atmosphere about the whole place. It was great to be able to go downstairs for a swim with islands to sit on just at the back of the hotel. The upper floor where the loungers were was perfect and a very relaxing place to sit after exploring busy Ortigia. Sabrina also let us make use of all the facilities - and arranged for a boat to come and collect us directly from the hotel for a tour of the island - on our last day when we had a late flight. Ortigia ia a short walk from the hotel (about 15-20 minutes) and we had already seen most places on foot but the boat trip gave a different viewpoint so well worth doing. The Greek Theatre is a short walk away and so we managed to book a Greek play which was amazing. Would wholeheartedly recommend the hotel for a fabulous stay in Syracuse.
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Paul
24 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic stay. Made to feel very welcome and what a lovely relaxing place to stay. Evening meal was exceptional.
Fantastic stay. Made to feel very welcome and what a lovely relaxing place to stay. Evening meal was exceptional.
10
Melinda
10 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
Sabrina and Claudia are consummate hosts and understand what constitutes a high-end experience! The accommodation was spotlessly clean, the shower powerful and the rooms spacious with every comfort needed. Staying at the Giuggiulena Villa was the perfect start to our holiday, we were made to feel at home immediately! Claudia and Sabrina prepared dinner for us for the three evenings we stayed and the food was superb! We highly recommend this B & B and won’t hesitate to stay with them again when we are next in the area!
FAQs about Giuggiulena
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site, but height restrictions apply. Additional fees may be applicable.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a maximum fee of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from these fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:30 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available for a fee of EUR 70 per room. Guests must arrange transfers by contacting the property with arrival details 24 hours prior to arrival.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Syracuse, in the Santa Lucia neighborhood, near cultural highlights like the Papyrus Museum and Technopark Archimedes. It is also close to the waterfront and various outdoor activities.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for staying for free.
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- 2026-11-19: 220.48756783273316USD
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Check-in time starts at13:00Check-out time ends at10:30
CheckIn Restrictions
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability);
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Please be aware that 2 cats and 1 dog reside at this property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking; This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room; No cribs (infant beds) availableNo rollaway/extra beds available
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Mandatory Fees And Taxes
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- 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
Popular amenities
Parking
Airport shuttle
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Services
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Babysitting/Child services
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Self laundry
Concierge Services
Lockers Available
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi
General
Room service
Non-smoking rooms
Massage
Solarium
Packed lunches
Vending machines
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Activities
Beach (nearby)
Cycling
Canoeing
Bicycle Tour Information
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace