Santa Lucia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Lucia
Stay near popular Santa Lucia attractions
Activities
Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves
NZ$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
NZ$39
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
NZ$49
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Boat Trip with Caves and Pillirina
NZ$77
per adult
SYRACUSE-90-MINUTE BOAT CRUISE ISLAND CAVES + SNORKELING + PROSECCO
NZ$59
per adult
Syracuse: Pillirina, Ortigia, and Sea Caves Tour by Boat
NZ$78
per adult
Our pick of the best Santa Lucia Hotel Deals
Grande Albergo Alfeo
Via Nino Bixio 5 Syracuse SR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$224 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$224
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Syracuse Forum Ruins and Santa Lucia ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Great spot in Siracusa and easy walk into Ortigia. The staff was friendly and Alessandro was a great help to us and answered our questions in English and Italian. Plus who can resist the refreshingly delicious free granita."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Caportigia Boutique Hotel
Viale Montedoro 76 Syracuse SR
The price is NZ$443 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$443
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Fortaleza Charme House
Via Eritrea 6 Syracuse SR
The price is NZ$362 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$362
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Santa Lucia Bridge and Antico ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Amazing place!"
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
Hotel Mediterraneo
Via Tripoli, 40 Syracuse SR
The price is NZ$246 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$246
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy room service, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Syracuse Forum ...
7.8/10 Good! (124 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Lakkios
Via Allo Sbarcadero Santa Lucia 2/a Syracuse SR
The price is NZ$202 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$202
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Piccolo and Piazza Santa Lucia are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"Clean room and well located."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
MUSCIARA SIRACUSA RESORT
Riviera Dionisio Il Grande 42-44 Syracuse SR
Stay at this beach resort in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Piazza Santa Lucia and Porto Piccolo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"We loved this property run by an incredible and warm mother / daughter duo. It’s one of a kind. Absolutely stunning and immaculate. They made our family feel like family. I cannot say enough!!! We will be back for sure!!"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Santa Lucia
Find the best Santa Lucia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Ortigia
Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller
Neapolis
While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Greek Theatre of Syracuse.
Tiche
Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grottasanta
Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.
Acradina
You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.
