Il Giardino del Sole
About
Located in the Sicilian countryside around Syracuse, Il Giardino del Sole is a family-run agriturismo that lends itself naturally to group rentals. The rooms comfortably accommodate around fifteen people under one roof, in an outdoor setting surrounded by centuries-old trees and dense Mediterranean vegetation.
What sets this kind of stay apart for a group is, above all, the on-site dining. Reviews unanimously confirm it: the food is serious, homemade, and generous in the spirit of Sicilian agriturismo. For a family birthday, a friends' weekend, or a small seminar looking to escape the standard meeting room, eating together without having to organize transport every evening is a concrete advantage.
The pool, well-maintained according to traveler feedback, serves as the natural daytime gathering point. The tree-lined grounds offer enough space for the group to breathe without getting in each other's way — a criterion often underestimated for multi-night stays.
The property suits the following formats well: multigenerational family weekend, group retreat in search of quiet, birthday celebration without neighbors too close, low-key outdoor wedding. On-site staff handle maintenance and service, which lightens the logistical burden on whoever is organizing the group.
The setting remains rustic in the best sense: stone, greenery, silence. Not a resort, not a standardized hotel. For a group seeking Sicilian authenticity over hotel-industry conformity, Il Giardino del Sole offers a solid base a few kilometers from Syracuse and the archaeological sites of the Val di Noto.
Amenities
Google reviews
We have spent 10 days touring Sicily for the first time, staying in hotels. This is our last night and it was the best by far. The food was great and the service excellent. The room was very comfortable and it is a shame that we have to go home!
We stayed for 4 nights, with our 2 kids. The place is very well looked after by the staff and the pool is always clean. Surrounded by mature trees and plants, this agritourism has a rustic setting and offers a tranquil environment. The rooms were clean and maintained by the cleaning staff daily. Each room has a minifridge and TV. It is owned and managed by a family, who were so welcoming and warm that it almost feels like you are part of the family. The food is amazing, traditional and rustic. The menu is varied to please all tastes and preferences and they also have a kid's menu. To top it all off, they also offer horse riding, which we did and it was fun and educational. Will surely visit again.
We stayed here in our last night in Sicily and we regret that we did not stay one more night. The place is very quiet and peaceful, the food is amazing and the staff is super nice. It was a great place to relax at the end of the trip in Sicily, and transition back to normal life. You can ride horses and pet the farm animals. The airport is very easy to reach by car from there, including gas station on the way to the airport.
We had a funny and delicious New Year's Evening dinner in this lovely place. The kitchen noticed my lacto-ovo-vegetarian diet in quite short warning time and listened my wishes. All the staff were polite and we left with happy bellies and smiling faces.
Very friendly and charming place. Stayed for 2 nights and really enjoy it. Great food in the restaurant for a really good price
Frequently asked questions
Is a pool available?
This property includes a private pool, reserved for booked guests only.
How many guests can the property host?
Maximum capacity of 15 guests, sized for group bookings (milestone birthdays, retreats, friend reunions).
In which region is this property?
Il Giardino del Sole sits in the Libero consorzio comunale di Siracusa area, in the Sicilia region. Full address provided after confirmation.
Are pets welcome at the property?
Pets are unfortunately not allowed here.
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