Travelers find a warm welcome at Lungomare di Ortigia in Santa Lucia, surrounded by scenic beauty. Cycle through picturesque coastal routes by day and unwind with excellent coffee at the café. WiFi from their rooms helps plan the next day's adventures.
Located in Santa Lucia, a neighbourhood in Syracuse, Populus is near a train station and near the beach. Porto Piccolo and Porta Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ciane River and Saline Nature Reserve and Saline di Priolo Nature Reserve. Arkimedeion Museum and Technopark Archimedes are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Syracuse travel guide
At Populus, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this affittacamere. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
Express check-in, beach umbrellas and a TV in reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on request
Onsite motorcycle parking only
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach umbrellas
Terrace
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Bidet
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 per cent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Populus Condo Syracuse
Populus Syracuse
Hotel Populus Sicily/Syracuse
Populus Syracuse
Populus Affittacamere
Populus Affittacamere Syracuse
Frequently asked questions
Is Populus pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Populus?
As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Populus on 31 Mar 2026 start from 2.226.027 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Populus?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Populus?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Populus?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Does Populus provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:30 AM-6:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 80 per vehicle applies.
Where is Populus located?
Located in Santa Lucia, this affittacamere is within a 5-minute walk of Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea. Syracuse Forum Ruins and Piazza Santa Lucia are also within 10 minutes. Syracuse Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Populus Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 74 reviews
10 - Excellent
19
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 74 reviews
8 - Good
31
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 74 reviews
6 - Okay
19
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 74 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
James
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very basic hotel.
The hotel was conveniemtly located in Siracusa. The room service was excellent. But the bed pillow, however, was very flat and uncomfortable as well as the bed matress.
This hotel is good value-for-money in a good location. It is about a 10 minute walk from the train station, equal walking distance to Ortigia island and the archaeological park (20 minutes), and reasonably close to supermarkets and restaurants. Staff were friendly and easy to deal with.
Ciara
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Gabriel
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Helpful, friendly place. large room.
Gabriel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
ESKO
23 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
OK
ESKO
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
RICHARD
27 Mar 2023
Room and bath were clean, but they smelled of heavy smoking activity. Too cold to keep balcony door open to air out room. No warm or hot water for shower on last day. Breakfast was sparse by all Sicilian hotel and B@B standards. Just a croissant and a coffee of choice. Both were good, however. Shower glass enclosure leaked which is a problem in many places in Sicily. Housekeeping was great. Very quiet location. Location is great for walks to Old Siracusa and the island. Beds very comfortable. Lighting good. WIFI, heat and AC great and work well. All in all, a mixed bag.
Hotel bien situé proche des lieux d'intérêt.... Accueil chaleureux et personnel très sympathique.... Facile de se garer dans les rues avoisinante...je précise séjour fin septembre....
Personnel très accueillant. WiFi trop faible dans la chambre du fond
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
4 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not great
Uncomfortable bed, very loud refrigerator in the room, annoying during night. We were told breakfast was from 7.30 to 10h. We came downstairs little after 7.30 (we were in a hurry to catch a flight), but there was nobody there and no breakfast set up. We left around 7.45 and the woman just started setting everything up... so we left without breakfast. Very unprofessional!
Good location, not far from the old city center. Free parking in the street. Room was clean, but not big.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cornelia PM
29 Jul 2019
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
You get what you pay for
You get what you pay for. It’s cheap, so it won’t be a 5 star place. I had a room on the second/top floor. Bit old but clean, although non smoking you could smell that in the past it had been a smoking room. Annoyingly, qifi never worked in my room once when I was there. Breakfast is basic. I parked in front of the hotel, on the street without issue. Location is in walking distance of the old part of town, travelled as a woman alone and felt safe.
There was a light smell of smoke from previous guests probably. The hot water in the shower is reversed. A part from that, everything has been nice, the deal I got was cheap and the location was wonderful
Hotel situato in buona posizione, tra Ortigia e l'area archeologica di Neapolis
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lionel
9 Oct 2018
Liked: Staff & service
L hôtel est vieillot mais sympa et bien placé pour accéder au centre ancien de Syracuse. Le rapport qualité prix est très bon
Lionel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Megan
3 Oct 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff, so-so location.
Easy to find parking. Staff was incredibly friendly and hospitable. On foot, you are about 20 min from bars/restaurants in Ortigia and 10 min from ruins. But you're outside the main area and there's really nothing around. (The proof is in the pudding when you need to shell out 2E for a beer.) But again, the staff was terrific. Place was clean. Moderate shower.
Chegamos pela manhã, antes do horário do check in, e fomos muito bem recebidos. A moça e o rapaz foram muito prestativos, falavam italiano e inglês bem o suficiente para que houvesse compreensão. O quarto não estava pronto ainda, mas arrumaram depois para nós. É fácil de chegar ao parque e a ilha de Ortigia, mas pra chegar nele é necessário um mapa.
Hoje outra moça nos ofereceu café da manhã, mesno não estando na reserva.
Reinaldo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
maria
18 Aug 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
Old Hotel
Se non fosse per la cortesia del personale....assolutamente antico, si salva solo per la colazione
maria
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
gilbert
22 May 2018
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Bon séjour
Bon séjour hôtel bien situé,accueil agréable cet hôtel mériterait un peu pus d'entretien