Reviews of Antico Casale Benalì
Strada Benali, 1, 96100 Siracusa, Italy

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Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything. We were extremely satisfied. It was very cozy and authentic. We enjoyed the calm atmosphere. The pool is fantastic too - great refreshment after day spent in Siracusa city. :)
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLovely rural Italian vibe. Hosts were great and very hospitable. Pool area was beautiful and very relaxing. Nice comfy bed and tasty breakfast ❤️
Location is a bit out however we knew this prior to booking and was fine for us as we had a car and was happy to drive in but something to bear in mind for others
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful pool, lovely comfortable beds, really kind hosts
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Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewA peaceful and relaxing stay at Antico Casale Benalì. Breakfast was delicious, and Valentina made us feel truly cared for. The location is perfect—quiet countryside but still close to Syracuse and Ortigia. Highly recommended!
Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAn incredible experience and an absolute hidden gem. This independent small business truly cares about its guests and their BnB. You’re treated as a person, not just a source of income. A heartfelt thank you to Andrea, Flavia, and Valentina!
We liked everything.
Reviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewValentina is like family. She makes you feel like home. 🤩
You are not allowed to swim after 19 hours 😔
Reviewed: 21 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe spent 3 nights at the property in May 2025, which was a base for visiting Syracuse and the surrounding area. We liked the hotel very much. Clean and nicely arranged room with comfortable beds. Nice communication with always smiling hosts. Good breakfast. Beautiful, large swimming pool, although the temperature prevented us from using it. The very quiet area provided good rest after a long day of sightseeing and a good night's sleep.
The facility is in the middle of nowhere. For dinner you have to go by car to Syracuse which requires planning logistics and is an additional cost. When making the reservation we were fully aware of this situation so for us it wasn't a problem at all.
Reviewed: 6 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe staff were very helpful, good location.
Reviewed: 12 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewWe had a perfect stay. Andrea is a very friendly and welcoming host. The house and garden are elegant and beautiful decorated and the breakfast was excellent. We would definitely book again.
Reviewed: 23 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful and calm place, especially quiet at nights. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Nice swimming pool and leisure area. Friendly hosts
Thank you Miss We all need time to relax, isn't it? 😄 We always do our best to make it happen. See you next time! Andrea
Reviewed: 8 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe location was perfect for exploring Syracuse and surrounding area. Such beautiful gardens and a superb pool. It is an oasis of calm after exploring the bustling cities. The rooms are beautifully furnished and our every need was met.
Cannot think of anything we didn't like
Miss Marion we were happy to meet your requests. You are very kind people, we hope to host you again in the future! :)
Reviewed: 21 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewGreat pool!
Breakfast is on the ‘light’ side
Reviewed: 16 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewPiece of beautiful oasis to relax in after long days of sightseeing. Perfect location and welcoming kind hosts. Will stay here again for sure!
Dear Miss Wei Our home will always be open for you! I hope to always host guests like you! 😉 See you soon 🙂
Reviewed: 11 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewLovely pool and comfy bed. very nice room and outside space.
Needed a sign to make it easier to find. A little more choice at breakfast would also have been nice.
Reviewed: 15 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewEverything was clean and organised. The swimming pool and area around it were lovely. The room was large clean and very smart.
A little out of the way. Had to drive everywhere.
Reviewed: 16 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewLovely room and patio, the beautiful pool and grounds, beautiful big farmhouse, peace and quiet and Andrea who was kind friendly and helpful. ( and Lino the cat)
Nothing
Reviewed: 16 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful and quiet place not far from Siracusa. Very nice room and pool!
The breakfast was the smallest on our trip.
Reviewed: 11 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful quiet setting. Lovely pool with sun loungers. Friendly helpful hosts. Large room. Delicious sweet breakfast on the terrace. We squeezed some food into the mini fridge for picnics to avoid always having to drive to a restaurant. We enjoyed trips to Ortigia, Syraceuse archaeological Park and Noto.
No restaurants nearby. We ended up eating a larger lunch out in the day, lounging by the pool late afternoon and eating a picnic evening meal in our room.
Reviewed: 7 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewWe had a fantastic stay. The property is stunning with everything chosen with care and attention to detail. The pool is amazing. Breakfast is great with new local pastries and cakes to try each day. Andrea and Fabia are delightful and we wish them every success in their venture.
We loved it all