Giuggiulena

We spent 3 days in Giuggiulena and I have to say it was incredible experience.Location just right by the sea was breathtaking,we were falling asleep and waking up with the sound of the sea.Giuggulena is very clean,calm place with beautiful interior decoration.It's located a short distance from restaurants,shops, etc.Breakfast was delicious and varied,coffee excellent.They have cosy terrace where you can relax,sunbathe or drink something refreshing.If you are food lover don't miss a dinner preparing on some days by lovely lady(I've forgotten her the name,but I send her a big hug).A dog and 2 sweet cats boost the warm , homely atmosphere,they are well-behaved ,if someone doesn't like animals won't have any problem with it.And last but not least ,the vibe of this place is created by wonderful women who do their work with a heart.

Everything was wonderful! The location overlooking the sea, watching its waves and tides of every shade of blue. Having a private terrace to it all, falling asleep to the sound of the sea. Eating a delicious homemade breakfast - salty and sweet - out on the breakfast room terrace( blueberry ricotta cheese cake and lemon bread were my favorites, along with the fresh fruit, including melon). Sun terrace on the roof with chaise lounges, tables and chairs, and an honor bar. You can snorkel right from the bottom of the b&b- water shoes, masks and fins available- or just swim or float. And a lift to all floors except the roof. Parking for a small fee right across the street. But best of all were the hosts, Claudia and Sabrina. They are kind, helpful, charming - all you could ask for and more. Even before we booked, we had questions and the responses were detailed and informative. If you are reading this, you have found a hidden gem in Sicily: Giuggiulena!

The location is unbeatable, with little balconies suspended on the water - you could not be closer to the sea. The rooms are nicely furnished and clean, the breakfast room is cute with big windows and possibility to eat outside in the sun, the rooftop terrace is great! The sisters owning the place are welcoming and friendly, they take care of each guest personally with great recommendations and offered us to check out later. Breakfast is delicious with plenty of sweet and salty options, local produce, homemade cakes, eggs how you want them.

This hotel made our week in Syracuse very special. From the moment we arrived, until we left, we were made to fell at home by the staff. The room was lovely, with a view over the sea, which splashed in and out over the rocks below. The breakfasts were terrific, all home made and local produce. They offer a set menu evening meal which was also superb.

A delightful B&B/hotel run by the irrepressible Sabrina. Great view from our room (whose bed included the option of memory foam pillows - yay!) and you couldn't get much closer to the ocean, which you can enter via steps on the lowest floor. Water was warm in June and while the underwater fauna isn't great, it's an easy swim to the caves along the coast (watch out for boats though, as there's a constant stream of tourist rip-off trips visiting them). There's a garage if your hire car is small enough (e.g. a VW Golf). We'd certainly stay there again if we return to Sicily. P.S. The 2 coastal pictures are looking North and South from the excellent roof terrace.