Hotel Minareto is a luxury seaside resort located right in front of the island of Ortigia, on a promontory in the midst of the crystal-clear waters of the Plemmirio Nature Reserve.

The Resort consists of 66 rooms, 19 Suites, 2 Grand Suite, 5 Villas and 3 Grand Villas. All the rooms are in reserved and exclusive cottages scattered around the luxuriant.
Mediterranean grounds: a splendid setting dominated by the sea and the sky.
Guests in the Minaretocan decide to let themselves be pampered by the soft white sand of the reserved beach, relax at the pool, have a gastronomic experiences in the the restaurants and bars.
Businessmen will find the ideal inspiration for new strategies in the resort’s meeting rooms which can seat 420.

• The only Resort in Sicily located in a nature reserve (Plemmirio)
• 2 private access to the sea ( a sandy beach and a rocky beach)
• Possibility to have accommodations in villa with private pool
• 45 km far from the Fontanarossa Airport
• 7 km far from the historical centre, Ortigia
• Taxi boat to reach Ortigia
• Unique panorama on Ortigia island

ROOMS & SUITES
All rooms and Suite in Minareto have been created by master craftsmen, blend comfort and hi-tech as well as the highest levels of privacy.
The comfortable and attractive terraces are the perfect place from which to watch the sun as it sets over the island of Ortigia, and also for relaxing moments.

VILLAS
Exclusivity, Luxury, Space and Privacy - these are the best words to describe the new accomodation facilities in Minareto Seaside Luxury Resort & Villas.
Fourteen Villas with private Pool and Whirlpool, where elegance and luxury combine with privacy in an exclusive environment. Villas are ideal for families or couples, they are characterized by special location and equipped with private outdoor pool or whirlpool.
Villas range from 70 sqm to 250 sqm and guarantee the highest level of comfort and design.

RESTAURANTS, TERRACE
• THE NESOS RESTAURANT
The Nesos Restaurant, with its romantic air and atmosphere of days long past, is the ideal choice for guests who enjoy an elegant and tasteful ambience redolent of the aristocratic days of yesteryear. And the specialities presented by chef reflect the flavours of Mediterranean cuisine and the best of local produce, but with a highly personalized and creative flair. And they are presented with great panache to amaze guests while never distracting them from the essence of the chef’s creations.
• POOL SNACK BAR & RESTAURANT
Beside the pool this Gill and Bar is the ideal place for those who want to enjoy some traditional local rotisserie specialties and ice creams like the famous Sicilian water ices, while relaxing in the shade beside the swimming pool. The Grill & Bar has an open kitchen which means chefs can prepare the day’s catch and a wide choice of dishes in the Hotel Minareto’s inimitable style.
• LOBBY BAR
The Lobby Bar in the elegant and tasteful hall with its boiserie and marbles, Swarovski lamps and age-old bonsais is the perfect place in which to relax and chat, and also in which to enjoy a cocktail and some delicious finger food.
• TERRACE
The Ortigia Terrace is one of the most splendid terraces in the Mediterranean. Literally overhanging the sea in front of the Island of Ortigia it seems to want to challenge the mighty Maniace Castle. And the striking bronze angel at the end of the terrace seems to be spreading a message of fraternity and union.

PRIVATE SANDY BEACH
The enchanting delle Latomie Bay with its crystal-clear waters and white-sand beach, which is every bit as enticing as any Caribbean island, is an oasis of peace, sun and sea for all the guests in Minareto.
The bay is easy to reach from all the Resort’s rooms and once there you can relax in all privacy on comfortable loungers and under sun umbrellas. The beach staff is on hand for any needs and to make sure guests enjoy their time on the beach.
• Complimentary beach towel service
• The beach is inside the protected marine reserve

CLIFFSIDE SOLARIUM
A series of terraces on different levels: this is an exclusive solarium, overlooking a sheer drop to the sea and with stunning views of the island of Ortigia.
A place suspended between the sky and the sea in which to relax on comfortable EMU loungers, read a good book or, more simply, let yourself be pampered by the sound of the waves.

WHIRLPOOL BATH TERRACE
Relaxing in the sunset with a priceless view of the Plemmirio Bay, in a terrace furnished with hot tube overlooking the sea. The sun's rays are reflected on the surface of the waves that break on the white sand beach, as the sun slowly falls asleep.
Wait until nightfall, in company or alone, gently massaged by the warm waters of the hot tub and sipping a glass of champagne is a unique experience to live at the Minareto. What is the best time? Just at sunset, when the lights dim, and everything is surrounded by an atmosphere of fabulous magic.
A 15sm solarium fully covered in wood houses two Whirlpool Bath, which can accommodate up to 4 people each. The service is open to all guests of the Minareto who want to enjoy a moment of intimacy with their partner or some relax on their own.

THE POOL
The swimming pool, which is in the heart of Minareto, is the ideal spot for guests who want to enjoy Sicily’s golden sun.
Relaxing on comfortable EMU loungers or under the whimsical coloured umbrellas, while sipping a cooling drink or chatting at the tables and chairs in the relaxing area beside the pool.
The chef of the Grill&Bar Restaurant will greet you and introduce you to the many typical specialties which can enjoy seated at the tables and chairs around the pool.
• There is a complimentary pool towel service
• Fresh-water half-Olympic infinity pool, at room temperature

SPORT & SPA
A romantic escape, a holiday with the family or a business trip find the perfect balance.
If there is also time to devote to wellness and physical activities which are, of course, the best way to charge one’s batteries, forget the usual frenetic daily rhythm, or even just to shake off a busy working day.
Discover the different solutions that are on hand to help you back into perfect form, either by yourself or in company, and satisfy your desire for wellbeing.

GARDENS
Alongside the dazzling blue of the sea, the green nature stands imposing and majestic to the Minareto. Three hectares of authentic Mediterranean maquis, surrounding and wrapping the hotel and protecting it, inviting the guests to leave at home all problems and stress of everyday life.
An oasis within the oasis, to discover secluded spots in which to re-establish the strong bond each of us has with Mother Nature.
Find yourself walking barefoot on the wet and cool grass at early morning, pay homage to the sun with a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga activity, find a quiet corner to do meditation by reestablishing contact with your spirit and body, relax in the hours of sunset breathing the intense fragrance of lavender and mint, look for moments of silence in which to sink while reading a good book.
The olive trees speak of traditions which origins are lost in the mists of time, the palm trees remind us of the shared roots with distant lands, carob trees reveal the secrets of an ancient culinary tradition.