Restored Grand Tour heirloom
A quiet, aristocratic calm pervades the lounges, where sea breezes off Porto Grande meet the polished glamour of the Grand Tour era.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored Art Deco stucco work, soaring marble columns, polished parquet floors, and an original sweeping entrance staircase.
Notable
Upper-floor suites feature original wet-plaster ceiling frescoes, deep marble soaking tubs, and private terraces overlooking the Ionian Sea.
Notable
A 1906 Liberty-style landmark overlooking Porto Grande, originally built as a premier stop on the Grand Tour.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Ortigia's Baroque alleys, seafront ramparts, and ancient temple ruins begin right outside, with Piazza del Duomo a short stroll away.
The rooms
Calm neutral tones and parquet floors offset marble bathrooms with soaking tubs, while balconies frame palm trees and the Levant Sea.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated infinity pool sits on the roof above Porto Grande, joined by an indoor hydrotherapy pool downstairs.
The spa
Treatment rooms draw on French brand Cinq Mondes, set beside a stone-clad hammam and sauna.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
CLOU serves regional seafood and cocktails on the rooftop, overlooking the harbor of Porto Grande.
How it began
Built in 1906, this Liberty-style landmark once hosted travelers exploring the ancient ruins of Magna Graecia on the Grand Tour.
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Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.