Minareto

We really enjoyed our stay — it was genuinely one of the best hotel experiences we've ever had. From the moment we arrived, the staff were fantastic: incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our stay. They made us feel truly looked after and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. The room was beautiful — comfortable, well-appointed, and spotless — and the setting of the hotel was absolutely stunning, providing the perfect backdrop for a relaxing break. We wouldn’t hesitate to return. Breakfast was the best we have experienced while traveling.

This is a beautiful resort. We are more used to an old Italian vibe so at first we had mixed feelings as the place is rather modern, but as our stay went on we really appreciated Minareto. There is a small sandy beach, a cliff with breathtaking views and a big (25 metres long) pool. It is absolutely not crowded (we were at the end of June) and you can fully relax. All the materials used are high quality, natural wooden and leather furniture, stone floors etc. There are no standard bars next to the beaches, you order everything via WhatsApp. Again, seemed strange at first but it turned out very convenient. The restaurant is outstanding, totalny aspiring for Michelin Star. There is a professional somelier (Saki, if I remember right) who deserves a special appraisal. In general it is a wonderwul place for enjoying sun, views and fancy food. The all day menu is less posh, you can get a big sandwich with chips if you wish. It is 15 minutes drive from Siracusa. You can take a taxi boat to the old town (Ortigia). There are rather no restaurant or shops in a walking distance.

The property is immaculate with beautiful cactus and olive tree gardens. The view is fabulous. From one side there is rocky beach with a view of Ortigia and on the other side there is a lovely sandy beach overlooking a cove. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was delicious and varied. The staff was helpful and accommodating. It is about a 20 minute easy drive to Ortigia which we did a couple of times. Local attractions were easy to get to.

Minareto staff and management ensured my sister and I had an incredible stay. Everything was incredibly beautiful from the rooms to the views to the gold beach. We were originally booked for 3 rooms, but our parents could not join at the last minute, and Minareto staff upgraded our non-refundable rooms when they did not have to. We celebrated a birthday and they sent a bottle of champagne and the restaurant sang a song with a cake. It was all exceptional and we appreciated every minute.

The hotel was generous to upgrade us to an extremely comfortable suite. We very much enjoyed the decor and space of the room, the choice of 3 different swimming areas and the excellent breakfasts overlooking the sea. The whole environment has been beautifully planted with olive trees and exotic cactus plants. It was a relaxing and indulgent break. Greatly appreciated.