Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Reception
Suite
Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, al fresco dining
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$1,224
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Explore the area

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Via Roma 66, Syracuse, SR, 96100
  • Cathedral of Syracuse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite Executive

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Syracuse

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats puts you in the heart of Syracuse, within steps of Cathedral of Syracuse and Piazza del Duomo. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Ristorante Amunì, serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Bar Amunì is the hotel's own bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Ortigia hotel include Palazzo Bellomo Regional Gallery and Fonte Aretusa.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Temple of Apollo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 13 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Putia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Minerva - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chiodo - Showroom Con Cucina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪MOON - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffè del Duomo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats

Beaux Arts hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats. The hotel can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. For a fee, parking is available.

This Beaux Arts Syracuse hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats offers 40 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and hairdryers. This Syracuse hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Amunì
  • Ristorante Amunì

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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
  • Service fee: 15 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 25 for adults and from EUR 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number IT089017A1Z7I8Q4XM

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Antico Hotel
Antico Hotel Roma
Antico Hotel Roma 1880
Antico Roma 1880
Hotel 1880
Antico Hotel Roma 1880 Syracuse
Antico Roma 1880 Syracuse
Antico Hotel Roma 1880 Sicily/Syracuse, Italy
Roma Hotel Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats on 17 Sept 2025 start from NZ$1,047.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Yep, Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats has valet parking with in/out privileges for EUR 35 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Yep, Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats is a short 5-minute walk from Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa. Fun beach activities include swimming. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats.

Does Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

No, Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 652 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely central position behind the cathedral. Very smart and well looked after property with some lovely staff. Always smelt amazing and was cool, which is important in the heat of Sicily. Attached restaurant was lovely. Our only criticisms are: cost of drinks in the hotel and the selection at breakfast was limited and not always replenished quickly enough. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is amazing, staff was amazing and it’s in the center of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in the center. Getting there with a car is tricky and GPS can lead you to very narrow alley but once you get there everything else is smooth. Staff were very attentive and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palazzo Artemide is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Very attentive staff. The hotel itself is gorgeous and located in the heart of Ortigia. Rooms are spacious and air-conditioned (invaluable during the heat wave going on at the time). And the valet parking is extremely helpful, given that street parking in Ortigia is next to impossible. The restaurant and bar are less impressive, but otherwise it was a five-star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Salim El, Toronto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located in the heart of Ortigia, but I have been in quieter hotels nearby, hearing the doors of other rooms slammed in the morning for 3 continuous days is not a pleasant experience at all, as well as some of the nearby sites restoration (they literally start as early as 8AM). The breakfast is poor compared to the nightly rates! In my opinion, this is an over priced hotel and not worth it, unless you have no other choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palazzo Artemide is an excellent hotel in a perfect location right next to the Piazza Minerva. The rooms are spacious, clean and nicely decorated. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Included breakfast is great. It has the touch of a luxury hotel. Not easy to find by car, but they help you then with valet parking. Or you can park at the Palace Ortega Hotel for 24 hours and take a taxi to the hotel. Cost is similar. We enjoyed our two night stay in this great hotel and great town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a lovely room with loft and two bathrooms!
View from our room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vivian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and hotel is renovated with all the modern conveniences in an old palazzo with charm. Great air conditioning and comfortable room with a modern bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What more do you need?

Great, friendly & helpful staff, great food, great hotel, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANG UK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in Ortigia within a pedestrian zone. Rooms are large, with excellent bathroom products. Nice breakfast buffet with lots of choice. Staff are very accommodating. Just be aware if you are driving, even with the directions provided by the hotel, it can be confusing to locate it. The hotel will valet your car and then all is fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, the staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The location is right in the heart of the city. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Loved it and would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a week in Italy and Sicily with multiple stops , this hotel was my favorite! Very charming , historic but perfectly remodeled building , close to everything. We used valet parking with the hotel, very smoothly operated and easy option. Our junior suite was the biggest and nicest during this trip, immaculately clean and well stacked. The staff were helpful and kind. The breakfast could have been a little better ( we tried both the buffet and Ala carte options in the family ) but overall a very satisfying visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, excellent service. Got a really cute personalised gift for the dog. Restaurant is very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple elegance, well decorated small Hotel with friendly staff, Roberto at the front desk was great, so friendly and helpful, Thanks!!! Highly recommend the hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent, NEW YORK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bruna At the receptionist desk was great at setting u our car service and excursion trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham, Madison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent service, clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PREET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, newly renovated hotel, and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 STARS - great property, great location, super staff, everything was top notch, would totally stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quality

Feeling of comfort and luxury from entering the building. Fantastic front of house staff, really pleasant and helpful kitchen staff during dinner at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel in an excellent location 100 metres from the Duomo square. Lots of restaurants and bars nearby and very safe and quiet. Breakfast can be inside or out in the square and has all the choices you would need. Concierge for our bags and staff to recommend and book for you. Taxis drop off out front.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel, what a great location, right on Via Roma. The staff were just lovely and very helpful. Food and drinks were great as was the room. Would stay again it was so nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024