PhotoGuest B&B
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About this property
Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance.
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Location
Located in Syracuse, PhotoGuest is in the city center and near the beach. Notable landmarks in the area include Madonna delle Lacrime and Temple of Apollo, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Teatro dei Pupi. Porto Piccolo and Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Parking
Airport shuttle
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Scuba diving
Cycling
Room options
6
Superior Double Room with Balcony
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
City ViewGarden ViewAir ConditioningHeatingPrivate BathroomPatioPrivate Entrance
1
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
226 ft²
City ViewGarden ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxPatioPrivate Entrance
2
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
City ViewCourtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingPrivate BathroomPrivate Entrance
Guest reviews of PhotoGuest B&B
9.5
Exceptional
Based on 280 verified reviews
What guests think
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At PhotoGuest B&B, guests repeatedly praise the warm, proactive hosting and clean, modern rooms, with a walkable location between Ortigia and the archaeological park and convenient access to the train and bus stations.
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At PhotoGuest B&B, guests repeatedly praise the warm, proactive hosting and clean, modern rooms, with a walkable location between Ortigia and the archaeological park and convenient access to the train and bus stations.
Street parking ranges from easy to difficult, and the busy road can bring some noise. Rooms are generally comfortable, with some compact layouts and occasional AC performance or bed comfort issues reported. Breakfast is often enjoyed, though several guests found the selection limited, and a few reported musty towels. Expect a friendly, practical base with strong hosting and a few trade offs.
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Facilities
Parking is off site; guests typically use street parking with mixed availability, and a paid garage is nearby. Some reported needing to park farther away during busy times.
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8
Ilona
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
10
Mary
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
10
Karen
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
10
STEPHEN
20 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
10
Gary
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay and Giovanni our host was extremely helpful. The location is close to Ortigia island so when your car is parked for free near the hotel you can walk to the island and enjoy the sights and the restaurants. Breakfast was very nice as well!
We really enjoyed our stay and Giovanni our host was extremely helpful. The location is close to Ortigia island so when your car is parked for free near the hotel you can walk to the island and enjoy the sights and the restaurants. Breakfast was very nice as well!
10
Susan
19 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
What a great location. We were central to so much. Both Ortygia and Siracusa. The B&B is in a condominium building in a very walkable neighborhood. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon so street parking wasn’t easy to find but we got a spot across the street and were able to leave it there for the duration of our stay. Giovanni was welcoming, easy to communicate with and gave great suggestions to make our stay in Siracusa better.
What a great location. We were central to so much. Both Ortygia and Siracusa. The B&B is in a condominium building in a very walkable neighborhood. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon so street parking wasn’t easy to find but we got a spot across the street and were able to leave it there for the duration of our stay. Giovanni was welcoming, easy to communicate with and gave great suggestions to make our stay in Siracusa better.
6
Josefin
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is not great, it is quite a walk into Ortigia and it was very difficult to find parking nearby
The location is not great, it is quite a walk into Ortigia and it was very difficult to find parking nearby
8
Leslie
4 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
10
dean
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
10
Audrey
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Giovanni qui nous a partagé ses bons conseils et ses bonnes adresses. L’appartement est propre et idéalement situé entre l’île d’Ortigia et le site archéologique. Nous avons pu nous garer gratuitement dans la rue en face de l’appartement grâce à l’aide de Giovanni puis nous avons tout fait à pied. Une très bonne adresse!
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Giovanni qui nous a partagé ses bons conseils et ses bonnes adresses. L’appartement est propre et idéalement situé entre l’île d’Ortigia et le site archéologique. Nous avons pu nous garer gratuitement dans la rue en face de l’appartement grâce à l’aide de Giovanni puis nous avons tout fait à pied. Une très bonne adresse!
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness earns consistent praise, with many describing rooms and common areas as very clean or spotless. A few guests mentioned musty smelling towels or minor odors.
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2
EGON
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fürchterlich! Die Straße ist grauenhaft laut und der Balkon somit nicht nutzbar - offenes Fenster undenkbar. Die Klimaanlage funktioniert nicht in Abwesenheit - nur wenn die Zimmerkarte eingesteckt ist. Man kommt am Abend in ein völlig überhitztes Zimmer. Die Klimaanlage bläst direkt auf das Bett und riecht unangenehm - Filterreinigung bietet sich an. Das Frühstück ist unterdurchschnittlich und wird nur zwischen 8-9 angeboten. Die Handtücher riechen muffig. Die hohe Bewertung wundert uns sehr, was sicherlich am sehr netten Inhaber liegt…
Fürchterlich! Die Straße ist grauenhaft laut und der Balkon somit nicht nutzbar - offenes Fenster undenkbar. Die Klimaanlage funktioniert nicht in Abwesenheit - nur wenn die Zimmerkarte eingesteckt ist. Man kommt am Abend in ein völlig überhitztes Zimmer. Die Klimaanlage bläst direkt auf das Bett und riecht unangenehm - Filterreinigung bietet sich an. Das Frühstück ist unterdurchschnittlich und wird nur zwischen 8-9 angeboten. Die Handtücher riechen muffig. Die hohe Bewertung wundert uns sehr, was sicherlich am sehr netten Inhaber liegt…
10
Laura
20 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent host, very accomodating and helpful. Clean structure and nice design. Would definitely go back
Excellent host, very accomodating and helpful. Clean structure and nice design. Would definitely go back
10
Mary
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
10
Anais
26 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Le logement a été entièrement refait, tout est très propre. Notre hôte était très accueillant et nous a fourni pleins d'informations sur la ville (visite, restaurants etc). Nous avons trouvé facilement une place dans la rue devant (payant). Nous n'avons pas pris le petit déjeuner donc pas d'avis dessus.
Le logement a été entièrement refait, tout est très propre. Notre hôte était très accueillant et nous a fourni pleins d'informations sur la ville (visite, restaurants etc). Nous avons trouvé facilement une place dans la rue devant (payant). Nous n'avons pas pris le petit déjeuner donc pas d'avis dessus.
10
STEPHEN
20 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
10
Jon
15 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Giovanni was an excellent host, helping us find the hotel, making sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable about the ins and outs, good recommendations on dining and activities. The room was well appointed, clean and the bed was comfortable. A to-go b-fast would have been nice for our early departure.
Giovanni was an excellent host, helping us find the hotel, making sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable about the ins and outs, good recommendations on dining and activities. The room was well appointed, clean and the bed was comfortable. A to-go b-fast would have been nice for our early departure.
10
Suha
9 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Loved the place and the location, it is centralized and walkable, we had our own car and did street parking for free and you can leave the car for days if you want, I thought it was going to be hard but finding a parking, but we managed to find more than a spot on side streets every one of our 4 nights . Place is immaculate and comfortable, breakfast could be better though, it is not much and no change everyday. The owner is a wonderful pleasant and helpful and thoughtful person and very accommodating. We would certainly go back to the same place if we were to go back to Seracisw..
Loved the place and the location, it is centralized and walkable, we had our own car and did street parking for free and you can leave the car for days if you want, I thought it was going to be hard but finding a parking, but we managed to find more than a spot on side streets every one of our 4 nights . Place is immaculate and comfortable, breakfast could be better though, it is not much and no change everyday. The owner is a wonderful pleasant and helpful and thoughtful person and very accommodating. We would certainly go back to the same place if we were to go back to Seracisw..
10
Laura
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing stay at the the Photoguest! Giovanni our host was incredible- and happens to be a gifted photographer hence the name of this hotel. Giovanni provided us with lots of wonderful tips, including 2 restaurants that were a real treat- giving us a real taste of Sicily. We appreciated his excellent hospitality and all the little extra bits of help. Highly recommend this place. Very clean, quiet, comfortable bedding. Don’t hesitate to book this place it’s a winner! Great location too- we walked to everything easily!
We had an amazing stay at the the Photoguest! Giovanni our host was incredible- and happens to be a gifted photographer hence the name of this hotel. Giovanni provided us with lots of wonderful tips, including 2 restaurants that were a real treat- giving us a real taste of Sicily. We appreciated his excellent hospitality and all the little extra bits of help. Highly recommend this place. Very clean, quiet, comfortable bedding. Don’t hesitate to book this place it’s a winner! Great location too- we walked to everything easily!
10
Maureen
27 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
I can highly recommend this property. It was clean, comfortable, and convenient. The host, Giovanni, went out of his way to be helpful, even to the point of assisting with an accidental double credit charge that occurred a day or so earlier in our trip. He became the go-between in a situation that was diificult for us due to language barrier.
I can highly recommend this property. It was clean, comfortable, and convenient. The host, Giovanni, went out of his way to be helpful, even to the point of assisting with an accidental double credit charge that occurred a day or so earlier in our trip. He became the go-between in a situation that was diificult for us due to language barrier.
10
garson
16 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was an awesome host with quick replies and communication. The room was clean and comfortable
Giovanni was an awesome host with quick replies and communication. The room was clean and comfortable
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable with modern decor; several highlight spacious layouts or balconies, while some are compact. Guests occasionally note street-facing noise, heavy shutters, AC performance, or bed comfort issues.
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EGON
4 Jul 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Fürchterlich! Die Straße ist grauenhaft laut und der Balkon somit nicht nutzbar - offenes Fenster undenkbar. Die Klimaanlage funktioniert nicht in Abwesenheit - nur wenn die Zimmerkarte eingesteckt ist. Man kommt am Abend in ein völlig überhitztes Zimmer. Die Klimaanlage bläst direkt auf das Bett und riecht unangenehm - Filterreinigung bietet sich an. Das Frühstück ist unterdurchschnittlich und wird nur zwischen 8-9 angeboten. Die Handtücher riechen muffig. Die hohe Bewertung wundert uns sehr, was sicherlich am sehr netten Inhaber liegt…
Fürchterlich! Die Straße ist grauenhaft laut und der Balkon somit nicht nutzbar - offenes Fenster undenkbar. Die Klimaanlage funktioniert nicht in Abwesenheit - nur wenn die Zimmerkarte eingesteckt ist. Man kommt am Abend in ein völlig überhitztes Zimmer. Die Klimaanlage bläst direkt auf das Bett und riecht unangenehm - Filterreinigung bietet sich an. Das Frühstück ist unterdurchschnittlich und wird nur zwischen 8-9 angeboten. Die Handtücher riechen muffig. Die hohe Bewertung wundert uns sehr, was sicherlich am sehr netten Inhaber liegt…
8
Ilona
13 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
10
Kirstie
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
10
Mary
9 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
B&B is in a great location. Walking distance to Island of Ortigia with lots of restaurants and shops to choose from. Host/owner Giovanni is very kind and accommodating. Note: there is no parking on premises. You need to find free parking on streets surrounding the building, if not there is paid parking available at a parking garage next door to building. Only complaint we had were the towels, which were worn and smelled moldy. Overall great location with updated/modern rooms.
10
Lucie
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, close to tourist sites. The room was modern and very well equiped. Quality bed and linen.
Great location, close to tourist sites. The room was modern and very well equiped. Quality bed and linen.
10
Karen
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
10
Mikaela
18 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great info in advance by our host Giovanni about trips, map of the area, places to eat and visit. Good location. Easy to walk everywhere. Room’s soundproofing excellent.
Great info in advance by our host Giovanni about trips, map of the area, places to eat and visit. Good location. Easy to walk everywhere. Room’s soundproofing excellent.
8
Leslie
4 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
10
Carlos
8 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location and confortable room. Would definitely stay again.
Great location and confortable room. Would definitely stay again.
10
dean
5 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
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Service
Service stands out as exceptionally friendly and proactive, with Giovanni offering clear communication, local tips, and hands-on help. One guest cited an outdated map and a missed note about holiday closures.
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Joseph
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Went above and beyond to make sure I had a good stay. Would recommend to anyone as an amazing stay.
Went above and beyond to make sure I had a good stay. Would recommend to anyone as an amazing stay.
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Kirstie
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
6
George Linn
20 May 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Our host was friendly and had some good tips but had an outdated map that was too small to read and forgot to tell us about holiday closures. Also, the bed was somewhat uncomfortable, and the AC not the best. Our balcony was nice to have but not the view the pictures indicated. We would've appreciated simple tips on how to get to Ortigia also.
Our host was friendly and had some good tips but had an outdated map that was too small to read and forgot to tell us about holiday closures. Also, the bed was somewhat uncomfortable, and the AC not the best. Our balcony was nice to have but not the view the pictures indicated. We would've appreciated simple tips on how to get to Ortigia also.
8
Nigel
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice place to stay close to the train station. The host was very helpful and easy to communicate with in English
A nice place to stay close to the train station. The host was very helpful and easy to communicate with in English
10
Jon
15 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Giovanni was an excellent host, helping us find the hotel, making sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable about the ins and outs, good recommendations on dining and activities. The room was well appointed, clean and the bed was comfortable. A to-go b-fast would have been nice for our early departure.
Giovanni was an excellent host, helping us find the hotel, making sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable about the ins and outs, good recommendations on dining and activities. The room was well appointed, clean and the bed was comfortable. A to-go b-fast would have been nice for our early departure.
10
Laura
7 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing stay at the the Photoguest! Giovanni our host was incredible- and happens to be a gifted photographer hence the name of this hotel. Giovanni provided us with lots of wonderful tips, including 2 restaurants that were a real treat- giving us a real taste of Sicily. We appreciated his excellent hospitality and all the little extra bits of help. Highly recommend this place. Very clean, quiet, comfortable bedding. Don’t hesitate to book this place it’s a winner! Great location too- we walked to everything easily!
We had an amazing stay at the the Photoguest! Giovanni our host was incredible- and happens to be a gifted photographer hence the name of this hotel. Giovanni provided us with lots of wonderful tips, including 2 restaurants that were a real treat- giving us a real taste of Sicily. We appreciated his excellent hospitality and all the little extra bits of help. Highly recommend this place. Very clean, quiet, comfortable bedding. Don’t hesitate to book this place it’s a winner! Great location too- we walked to everything easily!
10
Maureen
27 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
I can highly recommend this property. It was clean, comfortable, and convenient. The host, Giovanni, went out of his way to be helpful, even to the point of assisting with an accidental double credit charge that occurred a day or so earlier in our trip. He became the go-between in a situation that was diificult for us due to language barrier.
I can highly recommend this property. It was clean, comfortable, and convenient. The host, Giovanni, went out of his way to be helpful, even to the point of assisting with an accidental double credit charge that occurred a day or so earlier in our trip. He became the go-between in a situation that was diificult for us due to language barrier.
10
garson
16 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was an awesome host with quick replies and communication. The room was clean and comfortable
Giovanni was an awesome host with quick replies and communication. The room was clean and comfortable
10
dean
5 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
10
Jeniffer
6 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Giovanni is a great host, always available to help and give advice on places to visit and eat at the city. Accommodation was great, clean, breakfast also very good. Strongly recommend!
Giovanni is a great host, always available to help and give advice on places to visit and eat at the city. Accommodation was great, clean, breakfast also very good. Strongly recommend!
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Location
Most guests find the location walkable to Ortigia and key sights, with easy access to the train and bus stations. Some felt the immediate area was less charming or noted traffic noise and variable street parking.
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Paul
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room and breakfast were excellent. Clean, quiet and convenient location for the bus or train. Thanks
The room and breakfast were excellent. Clean, quiet and convenient location for the bus or train. Thanks
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Kirstie
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
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Lucie
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, close to tourist sites. The room was modern and very well equiped. Quality bed and linen.
Great location, close to tourist sites. The room was modern and very well equiped. Quality bed and linen.
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Karen
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
Love the location. Easy walk to the main attractions. Our host was very nice, helpful, and breakfast was good if you opt for it. There is hit or miss street parking, but it is safe. Also a pay garage is near. The photography by our host is spectacular!
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Richard
15 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice inside. Outside not so much.
Nice inside. Outside not so much.
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Susan
19 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
What a great location. We were central to so much. Both Ortygia and Siracusa. The B&B is in a condominium building in a very walkable neighborhood. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon so street parking wasn’t easy to find but we got a spot across the street and were able to leave it there for the duration of our stay. Giovanni was welcoming, easy to communicate with and gave great suggestions to make our stay in Siracusa better.
What a great location. We were central to so much. Both Ortygia and Siracusa. The B&B is in a condominium building in a very walkable neighborhood. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon so street parking wasn’t easy to find but we got a spot across the street and were able to leave it there for the duration of our stay. Giovanni was welcoming, easy to communicate with and gave great suggestions to make our stay in Siracusa better.
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Josefin
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is not great, it is quite a walk into Ortigia and it was very difficult to find parking nearby
The location is not great, it is quite a walk into Ortigia and it was very difficult to find parking nearby
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Leslie
4 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
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David
30 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a perfect location: close to the rail station and midway between the northern archialogical park and the southern end of Syracuse where the bridges take you over to the old island city. Nicely renovated rooms and a friendly host serving a delicious breakfast. Good advice on restaurants and boat excusrions.
This is a perfect location: close to the rail station and midway between the northern archialogical park and the southern end of Syracuse where the bridges take you over to the old island city. Nicely renovated rooms and a friendly host serving a delicious breakfast. Good advice on restaurants and boat excusrions.
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Audrey
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Giovanni qui nous a partagé ses bons conseils et ses bonnes adresses. L’appartement est propre et idéalement situé entre l’île d’Ortigia et le site archéologique. Nous avons pu nous garer gratuitement dans la rue en face de l’appartement grâce à l’aide de Giovanni puis nous avons tout fait à pied. Une très bonne adresse!
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Giovanni qui nous a partagé ses bons conseils et ses bonnes adresses. L’appartement est propre et idéalement situé entre l’île d’Ortigia et le site archéologique. Nous avons pu nous garer gratuitement dans la rue en face de l’appartement grâce à l’aide de Giovanni puis nous avons tout fait à pied. Une très bonne adresse!
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently described as good or plentiful, and several guests enjoyed the shared setting. Others found the selection limited or underwhelming.
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Ilona
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
Giovanni and Eleonara are great hosts. We got a lot of informations about the city, parking and restaurants. The room was spaceous and we liked the balcony and the big breakfast table where you get easily in contact to the other guests.
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Kirstie
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
We loved our stay with Giovanni. His communication before our stay and after was really helpful, including guides for where to park and what to see in the area. We also went on a boat trip he recommended which was really good. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet considering its location in the town. Everything was clean and easy to use. The breakfast each morning was plentiful and served at a set time with the other guests. The location makes this B&B great as you don’t need to use your car. We would stay here again.
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Daniel
28 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place, comfortable, well located, owner very welcoming, and breakfast tasty.
Nice place, comfortable, well located, owner very welcoming, and breakfast tasty.
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STEPHEN
20 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
Giovanni was a great host, be gave us lots of local inforrmation. The premises were spotless and newly renovated.. The breakfast was excellent and well presented. Parking in the area is ok, we managed to find free street parking every day.. We enjoyed our stay at Photoguest and look forward to another visit soon
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Suha
9 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Loved the place and the location, it is centralized and walkable, we had our own car and did street parking for free and you can leave the car for days if you want, I thought it was going to be hard but finding a parking, but we managed to find more than a spot on side streets every one of our 4 nights . Place is immaculate and comfortable, breakfast could be better though, it is not much and no change everyday. The owner is a wonderful pleasant and helpful and thoughtful person and very accommodating. We would certainly go back to the same place if we were to go back to Seracisw..
Loved the place and the location, it is centralized and walkable, we had our own car and did street parking for free and you can leave the car for days if you want, I thought it was going to be hard but finding a parking, but we managed to find more than a spot on side streets every one of our 4 nights . Place is immaculate and comfortable, breakfast could be better though, it is not much and no change everyday. The owner is a wonderful pleasant and helpful and thoughtful person and very accommodating. We would certainly go back to the same place if we were to go back to Seracisw..
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Leslie
4 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
Pleasant room, good breakfast, good location. On busy main road with some traffic noise. We arrived on a bank holiday and had to park the car about 1km away. Our large external window shutter was very heavy to lift up.
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Thomas
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
- Besitzer und Personal sehr engagiert, freundlich und immer hilfsbereit. - Frühstück war nicht gut (wenig Auswahl)
- Besitzer und Personal sehr engagiert, freundlich und immer hilfsbereit. - Frühstück war nicht gut (wenig Auswahl)
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margaret
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and very helpful with information. Clean, sleek and good breakfast. Nice balcony
Friendly and very helpful with information. Clean, sleek and good breakfast. Nice balcony
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dean
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
Nice, clean and comfortable room on the fourth floor of an apartment building. Our host, Giovanni, sent us plenty of excellent information by WhatsApp prior to our arrival,then met us at the front door of the building to take us up to our room (there is a lift). The whole place is tastefully decorated with a clean, modern vibe and,as the name suggests, beautiful photos adorning the walls . The room itself was fairly compact but still had a 2 door wardrobe and a good size balcony with table and chairs. A kettle and teas were supplied on request and a light continental breakfast was served each morning in the bright and airy breakfast room. The only minor thing was that my wife said her side of the bed creaked when she moved but at least it didn't wake me up! Loved it.
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Jeniffer
6 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Giovanni is a great host, always available to help and give advice on places to visit and eat at the city. Accommodation was great, clean, breakfast also very good. Strongly recommend!
Giovanni is a great host, always available to help and give advice on places to visit and eat at the city. Accommodation was great, clean, breakfast also very good. Strongly recommend!
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lea
2 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
best B&B that i have ever stayed in so far, the host is super friendly, the room is amazingly comfy and clean and you the location is perfect .. couldnt recomend it enough!
best B&B that i have ever stayed in so far, the host is super friendly, the room is amazingly comfy and clean and you the location is perfect .. couldnt recomend it enough!
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Shivani
3 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good location ideally placed by the station with self-check-in and check-out. Easy walk to Ortigia island (20mins to the centre of the island) with lovely restaurants around. Hosts were extremely responsive and friendly and their online guide was very detailed and useful. Simple room with big balcony and everything you need and a lovely view with a small sight of the sea! Would stay again and highly recommend!
Very good location ideally placed by the station with self-check-in and check-out. Easy walk to Ortigia island (20mins to the centre of the island) with lovely restaurants around. Hosts were extremely responsive and friendly and their online guide was very detailed and useful. Simple room with big balcony and everything you need and a lovely view with a small sight of the sea! Would stay again and highly recommend!
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Ivy
9 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Giovanni was a wonderful host, staying in touch with us and accommodating our check-in after a difficult travel day. The location was great, easy to get to where you needed to go. The balcony was a welcome space to relax and even had a cooling wind after a day of walking about.
Giovanni was a wonderful host, staying in touch with us and accommodating our check-in after a difficult travel day. The location was great, easy to get to where you needed to go. The balcony was a welcome space to relax and even had a cooling wind after a day of walking about.
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Rosario
25 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall - outstanding. The location was ideal. It was a 5 minute walk from the train station and the directions were easy. The location was perfect for us, since we wanted to tour the ancient city of Ortigia. The owners were absolutely wonderful tending to our needs during our stay. Giovanni and Elenora were very kind and gracious. Elenora, who is a tour guide, provided us with a wonderful tour of nearby Ortigia which we loved. The room, bedding and other accomodations were perfect. We highly recommend their B & B. Roy & Linda Cirincione
Overall - outstanding. The location was ideal. It was a 5 minute walk from the train station and the directions were easy. The location was perfect for us, since we wanted to tour the ancient city of Ortigia. The owners were absolutely wonderful tending to our needs during our stay. Giovanni and Elenora were very kind and gracious. Elenora, who is a tour guide, provided us with a wonderful tour of nearby Ortigia which we loved. The room, bedding and other accomodations were perfect. We highly recommend their B & B. Roy & Linda Cirincione
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Carminia
18 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect specially our host Giovanni who was very helpful in assisting us with whatever questions we may have. He also helped us park our car near the property after we checked in. Location is just right. There’s an excellent small coffee shop across the street unmarked with great pastries for breakfast. Balcony was a plus! He’s very compassionate and understands the needs of travelers. Grazie Mille!
Everything was perfect specially our host Giovanni who was very helpful in assisting us with whatever questions we may have. He also helped us park our car near the property after we checked in. Location is just right. There’s an excellent small coffee shop across the street unmarked with great pastries for breakfast. Balcony was a plus! He’s very compassionate and understands the needs of travelers. Grazie Mille!
FAQs about PhotoGuest B&B
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Breakfast in the room is available, but specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 14:00 until 19:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available, but specific pricing and arrangements are not detailed.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
Specific accessibility features are not detailed, but the property is equipped to accommodate guests with disabilities.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in the city center of Syracuse, near the beach, and notable landmarks include Madonna delle Lacrime and Temple of Apollo.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed to stay at the property, but the minimum age for free stay is not specified.
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
A cleaning tax is not included in the reservation price and is payable separately at the hotel.Mandatory gala dinner fees may apply at Italy hotels. Guests should contact the hotel directly for more information.The front desk is open until 19:00.Guests should notify the hotel in advance and receive check-in instructions. Contact information can be found on the booking confirmation.
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