Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Recent Reviews: 91

• User:Adventure62538161311

  Trip type:

  Great Place to Stay

  02 Oct 2019

  We found this place through sheer luck. It is a well maintained, very clean, and very helpful hotel. It has a lovely rooftop. If you like they will serve you breakfast there. The staff with limited English was extremely helpful. The hotel is directly across from the Mikvah baths from the 13th century. The location is close to the sea to go swimming. We think this hotel is very worthwhile. AllegroitaliaS, Direttore at Allegroitalia Siracusa Ortigia, responded to this review Hi Adeventure, thanks a loto for your nice words and the time more you dedicate to us.We are so happy that your stay was nice and comfortable even if same problem in communication with our stager.anyway, we are glad to you for your kindness and we hope to guest you soon again.All of our regards,Domenico&staff

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• User:Paul M

  Trip type:

  Very clean and modern

  27 Sept 2019

  This is a nice serviced apartment right in the heart of Ortigia, walking distance to everything on the island. The rooms are very nice, well presented and with excellent facilities. We had a room with a balcony with a partial view of the sea which was extremely nice. The accommodation is reasonably priced at around 100 Euro a night. My only criticism was the rather indifferent attitude of the young man who checked us in, a trainee I believe, so he is obviously learning. But he needs to more customer friendly not so abrupt and more welcoming and helpful. Every time we asked a question he responded in a very disinterested and abrupt manner. Also beware if parking in the region - you need to find one of the central parking areas to avoid being towed overnight. AllegroitaliaS, Direttore at Allegroitalia Siracusa Ortigia, responded to this review Thank you so much Mr Paul for your time and words. We are so sorry for the trainee attitude but we were on emergency.Parking is one of the bigger problems in Ortigia and, dispite our effort by the city hall, it remains.we really appreciated your kindness and we hope to guest you again as soon as possible.with our best regards,Domenico & staff

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• User:SethSS95

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  Wonderful place - but don't bother with the breakfast...

  09 Sept 2019

  In short, the place is beautiful, clean and well maintained. But don't bother ordering the breakfast. In long: Not many of the front of desk spoke much English (more our fault for not speaking Italian) but lots of smiles. The main host was incredibly helpful when we checked in, with fantastic restaurant suggestions. Not so friendly when we checked out though, perhaps distracted by people checking in, but a "see you again soon" or "did you enjoy your stay" would've been nice as we had planned on returning next year. We stayed in a "city facing suite" - don't be deceived, it was overlooking the alleyway and right into our neighbours sitting room! But pleasant and quaint enough.Nowhere to fold away clothes so had to live out of a suitcase. But these don't detract from the charm, just mere observations. My only negative would be the breakfast. 2 croissants and 4 pieces of bread with jams and butters in a little dish. Even a bit of fruit would have tarted it up. No napkins and no knives to spread the butter and jam... we had to use the backs of a spoon!! It's just not worth €10 and would highly recommend either going to the supermarket down the road, or enjoy a breakfast out in one of the many local cafes. Lastly, and not directly the hotel's problem but by association, the valet parking. It's €20 per day; which is not a problem given the convenience but be warned, our car was returned with grubby foot prints on the passengers side and the radio left blaring. Some one had had a jolly time driving around in it that's for sure!

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• User:K L

  Trip type: Solo travel

  Extended Business Trip

  20 Jul 2019

  Definitely check this one out if you’re looking for an exceptionally clean, new Serviced Apartment that is light and bright in a perfect location. I travel a lot so having a kitchen is important me. Great WiFi, white sheets and air conditioning always ticks the boxes. Moments from the sea and everything you should see, eat and do is right there. We had a fantastic band playing on their rooftop bar overlooking the sea on Friday’s don’t worry they finish in plenty of time for a quiet night’s sleep. Make sure you check out the markets - particularly on Saturday - they are literally 15 mins away, the team are exceptionally helpful and friendly and a nice well dressed clientele seems to like the trendy Jewish Quarter which is where the apartments are located.

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• User:Adventure817206

  Trip type: Couples

  Wonderful hotel; great location; excellent staff

  17 Jul 2019

  This delightful and charming hotel is on a quiet pedestrian-only street but close to the main square, walk along the sea and anywhere in Ortigia you may want to visit. The rooms are large and comfortable and the area is quiet. And the staff was very attentive and helpful in recommending a wonderful restaurant and places to visit. Iacopo C, Direttore at Allegroitalia Siracusa Ortigia, responded to this review Thank you so much Adventure817206 for your marvelous words.we are so glad and thanks to you for honoring us with your presence.you were a marvelous guest.We can't see the time to guest you again.with our best regards,Domenico & staff

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