About
Domus Mariae has a fantastic location on the island of Ortigia, in the heart of Siracusa. The rooftop terrace offers a beautiful sea view and there is also a luxury wellness center on site. Your guest room at Domus Mariae Benessere is air conditioned and comes with satellite TV. Some rooms also have a spa bath. Managed by nuns, this charming hotel is set in a 14th-century property with a large hall where you can read, watch TV, and take advantage of free Wi-Fi internet. Domus Mariae Benessere features a modern, paid spa with a range of massages and beauty treatments which can be booked at reception. Sessions in the gym, in the hot tub or steam bath should be booked on site.
109 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.8
- Staff
- 9.3
- Location
- 9.5
What Guests Say
- “Clean, cool, quiet, well maintained, pretty older building (former convent)”
- “Location was good; right on the water. Breakfast was fine. The room was fine; plenty of room, clean. Rooftop deck was great. We enjoyed…”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Airport Shuttle
Room Options
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1/4Single Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double or Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Superior Single Room with Sea View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Economy Single Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double or Twin Room with Spa Access
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double or Twin Room with Sea View
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible by lift
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Suite with Sea View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 109 reviews
Pros +
- Clean, cool, quiet, well maintained, pretty older building (former convent)
- Location was good; right on the water. Breakfast was fine. The room was fine; plenty of room, clean. Rooftop deck was great. We enjoyed the rooftop deck.
- Location; clean, and very friendly staff;Breakfast was very good!
Cons -
- My room was very small but adequate for a single
- We had 9 in our party and some of the bathrooms only had a bathtub in the bathroom and there wasn't any type of surround to keep the water from getting on the floor. We had another group booked for the same hotel, but when I requested all walk in showers, I was told only half the rooms would have walk in showers. We canceled the second reservation.
- Nothing! Would definitely stay here again! Wish I could have stayed longer and used the spa services.
Clean, cool, quiet, well maintained, pretty older building (former convent)
My room was very small but adequate for a single
Location was good; right on the water. Breakfast was fine. The room was fine; plenty of room, clean. Rooftop deck was great. We enjoyed the rooftop deck.
We had 9 in our party and some of the bathrooms only had a bathtub in the bathroom and there wasn't any type of surround to keep the water from getting on the floor. We had another group booked for the same hotel, but when I requested all walk in showers, I was told only half the rooms would have walk in showers. We canceled the second reservation.
Location; clean, and very friendly staff;Breakfast was very good!
Beautiful location, very nice staff, clean, wonderful breakfast.
Its a hidden gem and very nice and nice location close to everything.Very clean , nice breakfast and sweet staff.
Everything! Location was perfect. Directly on the beautiful sea and walking distance to all the sites in Ortigia, but in a quiet peaceful location. Everything was spotless in the hotel. Helpful, kind staff. I was a solo traveler and in a single room. It was perfect. Nice size, space for my luggage, nice size bathroom and the AC was amazing!
Nothing! Would definitely stay here again! Wish I could have stayed longer and used the spa services.
Location was great, everything was clean and tidy, helpful staff. The breakfast was nice, and the parking nearby convenient.
The shower needs some TLC, especially the hand shower, or at least descaling it, and the water in the shower drains very slowly and tends to pool.
The location and the staff were excellent! The room we stayed in had a great view of the sea. The room was very comfortable and a nice place to relax.
Not much.
Very nice staff behind the counter in the reception with warm welcoming and professionalism. A home-made cake was waiting in the room as a gift upon arrival. The breakfast was great, fresh strawberries and home-made olives among other things. The breakfast area was very nice and the experience around it similar to a 5-star hotel.
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This hotel, ideally located, is clean, safe, well-maintained, and offers a peaceful stay.
The hotel had a very stoic feel to it.
Perfect location, right next to the seashore in a fantastic building. All the staff were very friendly and helpful and it was nice always having someone to greet you. There were good choices for breakfast.
Beautiful older property in great location on Ortygia.
Great location. Very nice old building. Still run by Sister Rosamaria who you may see watching TV of an evening in reception.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. It is located in the peaceful district of Ortigia, and everything can be explored on foot. There's a fantastic spot for swimming in the sea right across from the hotel. The breakfasts were delicious, and the coffee in the morning was perfect. My room was clean and tidy, with a well-equipped bathroom. The hotel staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The room rate included bicycles, which I highly recommend, as there are beautiful cycling routes along the coast in Syracuse. 5 stars for this place!
Great location, lovely staff and very clean
If I had to pick something it would be the pillows. One is to big and the other is flat
Great staff, nice and clean rooms, good breakfast
This was such a treat! A BEAUTIFUL building - more salubrious than I was expecting - very quiet and such a cool haven during the heat wave. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was a lovely buffet with cooked eggs to order if you want them. My room wasn't large but ample for just me, with a mini fridge and tea/coffee facilities. The bed was so comfortable, and everything was impeccably clean. Highly recommended - a lovely experience to stay with the nuns!
Honestly, I don't know if I'd recommend the in-house spa for its massage. Not great, I'm afraid.
great location, very nice hotel staff, clieanliness of the hotel and rooms is worth emphasizing
the room was a bit too small
Lovely breakfast and staff. Convent is amazing.
Small and dark room.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room had a grate view on the sea. Good breakfast and a nice little terrace on the top to enjoy the fresh air.
Its very closed everything. Very elegant but also to thick curtains make the rooms very dark. But in the rooms you cAn open them and also the windows and you have the sea coming into the room?
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Indoor pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Airport Shuttle
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
- Professional cleaning services
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Auditory guidance
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:30 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 2 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note massages and beauty treatments are on request and at extra costs. A 30-minute session in the pool with hydromassage has an extra cost of EUR 20. A 50-minute massage costs EUR 50 and a 30-minute session in the hammam costs EUR 25. Guest with pets are required to show the animal's vaccination card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Location
Via Vittorio Veneto 89, Syracuse
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