Re Federico Boutique Hotel, Syracuse
Expert reviews
“Elegant small hotels abound in Syracuse. Occupying an 18th-century townhouse, Re Federico Boutique Hotel has six rooms (including five with kitchenettes) done in tasteful contemporary style, as well as a roof deck with sea views and a ground-floor cafe.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Syracuse.
What guests liked
- Top location
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
- Friendly staff
All you need to know
Situated on the southeastern coast of Sicily, in the historic city of Syracuse, is the trendy Re Federico Boutique hotel. Syracuse, a charming city renowned for its deep Greek and Roman roots, houses numerous historical monuments of the island, including the Duomo dating back to the 7th century.
In this city, tourists can immerse themselves in Sicily’s abundant history, wander through its ancient bylanes, and savor Italian delicacies at some of the finest cafes and eateries in town.
Comprised of an assortment of apartments located on a historic street, the Re Federico Boutique hotel extends a sun-soaked area over the rugged seafront. The hotel invites guests to experience modern comfort in the heart of the city with its collection of fashionably designed apartments that serve as rooms.
Every room is adorned with contemporary artwork and vibrant hues that seamlessly juxtapose against the bare 17th-century brickwork, a subtle reference to the structure’s past.
The accommodation spaces are large, equipped with chic, modern amenities such as a state-of-the-art kitchenette, high-definition television sets, air conditioning, and complimentary wireless internet.
The inn serves as the perfect starting point for journeying through Syracuse and immersing oneself in the city’s abundant cultural offerings. Cala Rossa Beach is conveniently located nearby or patrons can unwind at the inn’s bar and terrace, which offers dramatic vistas of the sea.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
8 May 2024
Modern ambience, well maintained, but extremely noisy
Clean and modern equipped room. Hotel is good maintained. However, none of that matters when the noise around you is keeping you from sleeping. Noise from the street. Noise from the staff early in the morning. To sleep good - mission impossible.
The hotel is located on one of the city's busiest streets in terms of traffic. Not good for relaxing, very difficult to sleep. I don’t recommend the stay in this hotel
6 May 2024
Very good
The location was good to visit all the places in Ortiggia. The room was big. Breakfast was served on time and it was as ordered.
It was not so close from the only possible parking in the area. It is quite far to walk with luggage and the car service to the hotel is expensive. The room was nice but the furniture looks too used.
5 May 2024
A delightful retreat in a charming location
We had a very spacious room with a large seating and dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen . The decor was clean and modern and the reception staff were exceptionally helpful on our arrival and departure
3 May 2024
Love Ortigia and love this place!
Room was actually a suite/small apartment with bedroom, bathroom and living/dining room. Spacious! Super location! Modern furniture!
No view.
27 April 2024
Very nice stay in Ortigia
Great location, very good breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff
Our room was right along the street which was very noisy at night. The bed was far too firm for us.
20 April 2024
Very good
Great location and helpful staff
4 April 2024
Great hotel
The hotel is centrally located, renovated, staff was super friendly, breakfast was in room only and it was quite good as well. The room was very spacious and even had a small kitchen as well, so it was more like a small apartment.
Only thing that did really bother me was the soundproofing of the hotel. You could literally hear everything: the guests outside the room (because the doors were glass) the outside noise and the construction drill in the neighbours building too.
3 April 2024
The staff was friendly. The room was clean and lovely. Enjoyed our time here!
Location and ambiance
24 March 2024
Fabulous
From the the minute you walked in to the minute you leave everything is done with such finesse. The reception greet you with a fabulous smile and is very efficient, the room are nice and airy, the breakfast is delivered to your room and is delicious.
everything that was in the control of the hotel was great the town needs to make more parking spaces for hotels.
3 January 2024
Beautiful city and this hotel is in the perfect spot very quiet street.
Host was very nice and property was great. Plus breakfast was delivers to our room.
It would be nice to have paper towels in kitchen
26 November 2023
Fabulous
The suite was absolutely enormous, by far the biggest of our Sicily trip. It was helpful to have someone at reception most of the day to answer any questions. Very good practical bathroom.
While breakfast in the room was a useful option and was good, I'd probably recommend going to a local cafe instead.
19 November 2023
Fell in love with Ortigia 😊
Location is great, makes it easy to walk beautiful Ortigia. Roomy, clean. Breakfast leisurely in own room, lots of choices.
5 November 2023
Great stay
Great interior, sparkling clean, modern style. Plus, very affordable prices for the restaurant in the hotel. The bed and mattress are exceptionally excellent!
Very few minor imperfections, like slightly damaged cook top, or hard to close shower door
24 October 2023
Great Value and Comfort in the centre of Ortygia!
Re Federico Boutique Hotel was a lovely place to stay in Ortygia. Centrally located, it was easy to find but if you are driving it is best to take advantage of valet parking as the streets are narrow and congested. The rooms were airy and bright with a small balcony. The bed was very comfortable and the wifi was quick. Staff were lovely and spoke good English. They were very helpful in recommending great places to eat. Everywhere is close by but particularly good in the hot weather is the close proximity of one of the few swimming beaches less than 100 metres away. Breakfast was served daily to the room as the dining room was under renovation at the time of our stay.
The size of the table in the room was too small for the large breakfast that was served on three trays!!! The rooms are well appointed but a little small if travelling with luggage. Unfortunately our fridge in the room broke down and was not repaired or replaced during our stay. The staff were very apologetic but that probably was the major detraction for our stay. (As well a visit by the Italian President to Ortygia at the time which saw droves of police and secret service everywhere!! completely incidental - Re Federico Boutique Hotel is highly recommended!)
16 October 2023
Exceptional
Reception was wonderful and they arranged pick up of our car. Excellent!
No coffee machine but they delivered coffee for us.
14 October 2023
Very good
Individuality, size
Only disappointment was the breakfast
11 October 2023
Met and exceeded expectations
Beautifully appointed room with unexpected kitchenette and sitting/dining area. Very clean, wonderfully located near shopping and dining. Staff was helpful with planning our stay.
The valet for parking and finding the exact locale was a little tricky.
7 October 2023
Great location
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Great location. Plenty of places to see.
There was nothing we did not like.
2 October 2023
Wonderful boutique hotel away from the crows and half block from the ocean!
Location and be close to the ocean, the coffee downstairs and the valet parking!
Limited space to put your clothes.
27 September 2023
Very good
Great location. Good terrace. Clean & nice.
Not so much in the way of communal areas
22 September 2023
Lovley atmospheric hotel in great location
Fabulous central location. Very well appointed rooms. Valet parking service a bonus.
20 September 2023
Overall it was brilliant with extremely friendly and helpful hosts
Location is excellent and we had a penthouse with a private roof terrace which was very nice. Staff friendly and helpful with very good restaurant recommendations!
30 August 2023
Good deal in Ortigia
I x elle t small boutique hôtel in Ortigia ; excellent staff and location.
25 August 2023
Exceptional
Very relaxed atmosphere. Good quiet spot. Food recommendations were excellent.
25 July 2023
A nice hotel for a short stay.
Loved the location. Cafe downstairs had good coffee and pastries. One of the best swimming spots in Ortygia is a block away. Staff were helpful.
The bed was ok, not great. The room had high ceilings, which was great, but also some dark spots that suggested mold, which wasn't great. Breakfast not included.
24 July 2023
The hotel is highly recommended and very comfortable stay.
The staff were friendly and helpful. The boutique hotel is located in the heart of the area close to trendy restaurants and sightseeing spots.
Too short a stay to comment on but parking is difficult although they offer valet service.
23 July 2023
Great hotel. We could swim before breakfast at fantastic nearby platform.
Fantastic location, right near the swimming platform and the quieter part of the old town. Great staff and a generous and delicious breakfast on the rooftop terrace. Spacious and stylish room and having a lift was helpful.
It was great, overall.
16 July 2023
Good value, contemporary, part-service hotel
Great location, nice big room, handy kitchenette, high quality bathroom, stylish contemporary design in a beautiful historic building. Nice roof terrace.
The room was a little sparse, but not out of whack given the fair price
12 July 2023
Exceptional
Perfect location. Quiet and great for a swim 50 m from the hotel. Very friendly staff.
1 July 2023
It was a good stay
Location, room style, overall look was great
Thé breakfast system is not convenient as there is no buffet and time + food must be selected in advance.
29 June 2023
Fabulous
Re Federico is a hidden gem. Tucked away behind the bustling streets of Ortigia, it is an oasis of stylish charm and understated luxury. Beautifully appointed and equipped, it is only 50m from the sea. Walk the island, enjoy a swim in the sea and then an aperol at the hotel’s street side cafe or even better on its roof terrace before setting out for dinner.
21 June 2023
Recommended
Friendly staff, historic location
A bit noisy in the morning, check-out at 10:30 which is the earliest I jave encountered.
21 June 2023
In fifty years of travelling, we have never met such wonderful friendly people ! Thanks to all the staff from Alan &
location
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12 June 2023
Exceptional
Hotel is very central close to all shops / restaurants. It has a beautiful finish and very clean. We parked at the open air parking close to Spiaggia del porto (costs €15 for 24hrs parking). It's around 12minute walk to the hotel (which is in the inner part of Ortigia) but lots of things to see on the way + we only had 2 small bags.
31 May 2023
perfect in every way especially the staff ❤️
Everything was excellent
driving in was challenging but that’s nothing to do with the hotel and their valet parking was great
28 May 2023
Ortigia is absolutely a must And this hotel is an added bonus
Everything was perfect and the personal care and service was outstanding by all staffEverything was perfect and the personal care and service was outstanding by all staff
Driving is a little difficult around there but the valet park he was well worth asking for
14 May 2023
I would highly recommend
Staff were extremely helpful and location was fantastic
The lift wasn’t working and we had 3 x 25kg suitcases. Water pressure wasn’t strong enough in the shower.
12 May 2023
Fabulous
location and comfort
pillows to hard but that is very personnal
16 December 2022
Beautiful place to stay in Syracruse!
Absolutely l loved the space inside the hotel! Also, don't forget to go on the rooftop and sit by the sunet and have a drink. Wonderfully located by the sea and easy to access.
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27 October 2022
Nice welcome . Rosie and the other receptionist were very helpful and attentive as well.
Original and well preserved building. Interior completely renovated . Modern, atractive, spacious and nice decorated. Great common terrace with exceptional view.
20 October 2022
Fabulous
Location is within walking distance of all attractions in Ortigia.
Booking was a bit "stressful" in that we were informed check in could only happen at certain times and we were required to fill out a rather extensive online check in form (which, in all fairness, we ignored...). The parking situation is actually quite simple: there isn't any. I wish they told us this before we drove there and spent 20mins driving around to figure that out. It's not their fault there isn't parking, I just wish they would have told us and save us time.
7 October 2022
Exceptional
The staff are really friendly, the decor was superb and it was a great nights sleep.
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26 September 2022
Exceptional
the staff was wonderful. Beatrice was so helpful and she made sure we were taken care. she knew the history and she was very professional. breakfast was perfect! and we love the Clint Eastwood movie celular ring in the morning! 😎
26 September 2022
Great stay in Siracusa
all good, the bathroom needs a little fix
bathroom condition
21 September 2022
fantastic boutique hotel in the hear of historic town
Location, quality of accommodation & cleanliness
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6 September 2022
Fabulous
super friendly helpful staff, very spacious room
bed could be more comfortable
29 August 2022
A delightful place to spend time in Siracusa.
We really enjoyed our stay. Breakfast in our room's kitchen was fantastic. The room was huge and nicely laid out. The roof-top deck was great for evening starwatching.
The wifi didn't work at all. I would have been nice to have a few items in the kitchen like salt and pepper. Also a kettle.
22 August 2022
Exceptional
Staff were very kind and attentive. The room was very big and clean. It was just stone throw away from the sea where we swam also close to the centre of the city.
18 August 2022
perfection
very well presented and fantastic location
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Hotel facilities
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Pet bowls
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Activities
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Hiking (additional charge)
- - Bowling (additional charge)
- - Diving (additional charge)
- - Snorkelling (additional charge)
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
26 May 2024
Grrat value, beautiful breakfast