Boutique Grand Hotel Villa Politi Syracuse
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Grand Hotel Villa Politi Review
The 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Politi is placed in a shopping area of Syracuse, approximately 15 minutes' walk from the 17th-century Basilica Santa Lucia al Sepolcro and around 25 minutes' walk from Piazza del Duomo. Situated in close vicinity of Latomia dei Cappuccini, this Syracuse hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a solarium, a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool.
Guests of the Grand Hotel Villa Politi are invited to enjoy a free buffet breakfast daily. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. Ristorante Jonico-a Rutta e Ciauli is located next to the property and serves Italian dishes, a mere 6 minutes' walk away.
The upmarket property lies in the very heart of Syracuse, in the Grottasanta district, around a 5-minute walk from Monument to Syracuse Fallen in Africa. The Grand Hotel Villa Politi Syracuse offers proximity to such natural sights as Parco Robinson (2.3 km) and the offshore Ortigia Island (2.6 km).
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Ionian Sea, which is only a 5-minute walk away. The sinuous ancient Ear of Dionysius Cave is around 25 minutes' walk from Grand Hotel Villa Politi.
The property welcomes you to one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms comprising a balcony and a sitting area, and overlooking the sea. They are decorated with sound-proofed windows along with elegant furniture. The private bathrooms are appointed with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The units of the hotel look out over the Mediterranean Sea.
Politi nord bus stop is only a short distance to this upmarket accommodation.
This Syracuse hotel has a private beach area with sun loungers and parasols. Business travellers will also appreciate a meeting room and a conference space including a desk and a xerox.
Impressions
During my recent trip to Italy, I had the pleasure of visiting the Grand Hotel Villa Politi. Upon arrival, I was warmly welcomed with a refreshing welcome drink and offered a tour of the hotel. The staff was incredibly helpful and provided information about the various services available during my stay. I was particularly impressed by the extensive list of amenities, such as room service, housekeeping, and dry cleaning, which made my visit all the more enjoyable and convenient.
One of the highlights of my stay at the Grand Hotel Villa Politi was the convenient shuttle service and airport transfer options. I took advantage of the paid shuttle service, which made it incredibly easy to explore the surrounding area and visit nearby attractions. The hotel also offered tours and ticket assistance, providing me with the opportunity to book exciting excursions and activities directly from the comfort of the hotel.
In addition to the practical services, the hotel also offered enjoyable extras such as happy hour, allowing me to relax and socialize with other guests while enjoying a selection of drinks and snacks. the Grand Hotel Villa Politi's exceptional service and attention to detail made my visit an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the beautiful city of Syracuse.
Positives and negatives
- Old-fashioned hotel in a perfect and excellent setting.
- Located directly in the Grottasanta district and few metres away from Capuchin Quarry.
- Surrounded by a park and a hill.
- Good restaurant with Italian options.
- Excellent service provided.
- Rates are good.
- Rare complaints about a bit small bathrooms.
- A few vacationers mentioned that Wi-Fi was very poor.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- free parking
- free wifi
- airport shuttle
- non-smoking rooms
- restaurant
- terrace
- bar
- private beach area
- good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Solarium
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Cathedral of Syracuse 2.06 km (1.28 mi.)
- Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi 650 m (2133 ft)
- Fountain of Arethusa 2.32 km (1.44 mi.)
- Santuario della Madonna delle Lacrime 830 m (2723 ft)
- Porto Piccolo 930 m (3051 ft)
- Archaeological Park of Neapolis 1.40 km (4593 ft)
- Ortigia 1.82 km (1.13 mi.)
- Teatro Greco 1.65 km (1.03 mi.)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 8.4 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $101 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 100 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 1038 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Cathedral of Syracuse , Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi , Fountain of Arethusa |
| 🏆 Rankings | #1 in Syracuse hotels near Basilica Santa Lucia al Sepolcro #2 in Syracuse hotels near Fountain of Arethusa #3 in Syracuse 4 Star Hotels #3 in Syracuse hotels near Archaeological Park of Neapolis #5 in Syracuse hotels near Fountain of Diana |