Grand Hotel Villa Politi

Hotels
8.4 (2280 reviews)
Via Maria Politi Laudien 2 , Siracusa , IT
+39 0931 412121

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Multiple reviews highlighted cleanliness issues, such as 'dirty walls' and 'dusty curtains'.
Service
9
Consistently mentioned friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
8.54
Location is praised for being near the old city and having convenient parking.
Room Quality
7.99
Rooms are described as spacious but some issues mentioned, like outdated furnishings.
Amenities
8.52
Amenities include a large terrace and great breakfast options, as highlighted in several reviews.
Value for Money
8.38
Considered good value based on overall satisfaction and favorable pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Breakfast received positive feedback for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall sentiment is positive, with many guests indicating they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 22:54

Property Description

Unique Location in Ancient Sicilian Quarries

Grand Hotel Villa Politi offers a one-of-a-kind experience, nestled in the heart of the Latomie dei Cappuccini quarries. The hotel's originality shines through its location within a natural amphitheatre, providing guests with a breathtaking setting unlike any other.

Spectacular Views of the Mediterranean Sea

With its perch on an ancient cliff, the hotel boasts unparalleled views of the Mediterranean Sea. Imagine waking up to a picturesque panorama right outside your window, offering a truly enchanting experience for all visitors.

Exclusive Access to Sea-Front Sun Terrace

Guests can elevate their stay with access to the adjacent sea-front sun terrace, where they can relax on the rocks with umbrellas and deck chairs. This exclusive amenity, available during the summer months, adds a touch of luxury to your seaside retreat.

Experience the magic of Grand Hotel Villa Politi and book your stay now to indulge in a blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty.

Important information:

When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.
If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CTA

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2280 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 9
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 8.38
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Leslie • couple • gb
7
Great old hotel but could do better
Pros:

The Hotel is impressive for the value. Great swimming pool and our room was great.

Lots of parking and a 25 min walk to the Island of Ortigia

Cons:

The bathroom was a little cramped.

The aircon was very noisy and not very efficient.

The breakfast room seems to cater for large coach parties. We turned up later for breakfast and there were re no cups. Asked a member of staff and was told they were being washed. No offer to go and get us one.

Also, the breakfast was not great quality

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Finn • couple • no
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Catrin • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent!
Pros:

This is a really lovely hotel with an unspoilt old-style charm. Everything was wonderful, including the comfort of the room, the friendliness of the staff, the cleanliness of the pool, and the traditional decor of the communal areas of the hotel. The food in the restaurant was excellent, and Sebastiano and his team of waiting staff were professional and attentive. Many thanks for a great stay. We will be back!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Markus • family_with_children • ch
9
it was a very nice stay
Pros:

very nice pool area

Cons:

not enough diversity of fruits for breakfast

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
8
Nice hotel, could be better.
Pros:

This is a very nice, grand old hotel, which is a little faded and in need of investment. The pool area is very new, and lovely. Our room was comfortable, and we had a bath, which seems to be rare in Sicily. It has a big, free parking area, also something of a rarity.

Cons:

It's a really long walk to the main town, and Ortigia. Downhill there, and uphill back. There aren't any real options to walking. Parking in the town looks difficult, and no obvious bus service. A hotel shuttle would really help.
Breakfast is hit and miss. Popular items like eggs, were gold dust. The dining room is enormous.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • gb
6
Elegant but tired location with good pool and worth it for the price we paid.
Pros:

Lovely pool, great staff, especially the gentleman who runs the breakfast.

Cons:

The building Is grand but needs some tlc we had a leak in the ceiling of our room what ended up coming through the light. It was fixed very quickly when reported, but then within days was leaking again. The location had a lot of mould so it obviously was a long standing leak.

It is the location of a number of coach trips.... So breakfast was always either rammed or there was nothing left.

No complimentary water in the room and the tap water is not drinkable, so if you arrive late in the evening as we did you need to use the mini bar.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • at
5
Lieber hier nicht übernachten!
Pros:

Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Aufgrund eines Schadens am Boden haben sie uns sofort angeboten das Zimmer zu tauschen und haben alles umgeräumt. Man kann außerdem gut parken und ist in 5-10 Minuten mit dem Auto auf Ortigia.

Cons:

Leider ist das gesamte Hotel extrem in die Jahre gekommen. Die Zimmer sind schmuddelig, staubig - und generell nicht besonders sauber. Im Bad gab es Schimmel an den Armaturen und im Pool Algen. Außerdem kam nach einer Nacht weißes Pulver aus dem Boden sodass wir das Zimmer wechseln mussten. Der Preis ist ebenfalls viel zu hoch für das was man bekommt.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent hotel with very professional staff

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Josie • couple • jp
9
Lovely hotel lovely staff
Pros:

Lovely hotel , unique with the most beautiful pool

Cons:

Bathroom need a fan or better shower screen

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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isabelle • extended_group • fr
9
Bel établissement de caractère avec personnel qualifié
Pros:

La splendeur du bâtiment.

Cons:

Petit problème de fuite d’eau dans notre chambre mais la direction nous a fait une ristourne à cause du désagrément que nous avons eu .

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Rosmarie • family_with_children • ch
9
Jederzeit gerne wieder
Pros:

Die Zimmer und die Hotelanlage (Pool, Esssaal etc.) sind sehr schön, sauber und gepflegt. Das Frühstücksbuffet lässt keine Wünsche offen.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist etwas weiter vom Zentrum entfernt, circa 30 Minuten zu Fuss zur Insel Ortiga.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • pt
10
Better than expected, beautiful historical hotel and views, great food, service and staff.
Pros:

Great breakfast, staff and commodities. We didn’t like our bedroom at first and the staff gave us a better room once there was one available.

Cons:

The shower wasn’t great. Intermittent hot and cold water.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • it
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Beautiful old hotel, could imagine your sitting with Churchill.

Cons:

No bar staff couldn't get a after dinner drink. Pool bar closed as people's start to use pool.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mara • couple • it
10
Assolutamente da ripetere
Pros:

Il contesto in generale camera posizione colazione ecc

Cons:

Il menù della cena un po' più di varietà

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Ein wunderbares, historisches Grand Hotel, in schöner Parkanlage, mit traumhaftem Pool. Geschmackvoll eingerichtete Zimmer, mit berührender Aussicht auf Meer und Parkanlage. Hilfsbereite, äusserst freundliche Angestellte machen kleine Unzulänglichkeiten (z.B. Bad, ein wenig ältlich) vergessen. Wir haben jeden Moment während unseres Aufenthalt genossen. Schön, dass es solche Hotels heute noch gibt!
Danke an das Personal!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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ziyi • couple • cn
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Ron Schoenherr • couple • us
9
Had a great time, choose the blue room suite and it had plenty of room and very private.
Pros:

Breakfast was very good, items were replaced at an expected rate.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Martine • couple • fr
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

A gorgeous little time warp, updated where needed. Easy transport everywhere and a great location. Staff were fantastic, the history of the place is amazing and the pool was gorgeous

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee