Minareto, Syracuse

Minareto - A 5-star luxury seaside resort with private beach access, Sicilian cuisine, and spa facilities overlooking Ortigia Island

This 5-star luxury seaside resort occupies a promontory within the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, facing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ortigia Island. Minareto offers 92 individually furnished rooms featuring king-size beds, 32-inch LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, laptop-compatible safes, and 24-hour room service, with many providing sea views and private terraces. Eight villas ranging from 80 to 2368 ft² include private outdoor pools and separate bedrooms. Guests at Minareto have three private sea access points: a sandy beach with complimentary sun loungers, parasols, and towels, plus rocky reef areas with crystal-clear water. The rooftop terrace restaurant serves Sicilian and Italian cuisine during summer months, while Nesos beachfront fine-dining restaurant offers alfresco dining. The 2B Spa located in the Minareto tower includes a sauna, hammam, whirlpool tub, and couples' treatment room. A free shuttle bus to Ortigia operates on request, while the Greek Amphitheatre ruins lie 5.5 miles away. The resort features 3400 square feet of conference space with meeting rooms and business facilities.

Pros

Private sandy beach with complimentary sun loungers, parasols, and towels

Free scheduled shuttle service to Ortigia Island

Multiple dining options including rooftop terrace and beachfront fine-dining restaurant

Villas feature private outdoor pools and separate bedrooms

Located within the protected Plemmirio Nature Reserve with crystal-clear waters

Cons

The boat shuttle requires booking at reception the day prior to use

Some room types and bed configurations are allocated at check-in based on availability