Name: Hotel Villa Del Lauro
Address: Via Ecce Homo 11, 11, Ragusa, 97100, IT

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2026

Robert

My son and I booked a two-bedroom suite here in July 2026.

The staff were incredibly friendly and the hotel was spotless, including the pool and gardens which were an excellent area to cool off with a swim and cold drink in 38 C heat.

There is a wonderful restaurant with a view only a two minute walk away called Scala de Gusto that did not disappoint for dinner each night we stayed in Ragusa.

Highly recommend this hotel and if we visit Ragusa again we will definitely rebook. If there was a restaurant and spa on-site this would easily be a boutique 5-star hotel.

Amazing historic sites are within a 10-minute walk but there are a lot of hills and stairs (an issue everywhere in Ragusa) so be prepared if you visit in July-August when it’s 35 C+.

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

MATTEO

Best hotel in the area and Matteo is wonderful receptionist. Thank you for everything

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

Ted

Renovated property in beautiful old villa. The bed in our room was in a loft. May be difgicfir older travelers.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2025

Charlie

Great place to stay. Staff wonderful, room very comfortable and breakfast delicious.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2024

Francesca

Nice mattress. I slept all night. Modern

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2024

Timothy Jonathan

Marvellous (and very interesting) building and very helpful staff, especially with recommendations for evening dining, Ragusa is blessed with a more than ample supply of good restaurants.The downsides were that the breakfast buffet wasn't replenished and the streetparking is a bit of a problem.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2024

Ruth

Beautiful hotel and amazing staff but terribly disappointed with our room, I rang the property after making the initial booking to upgrade to a balcony room with a view, we were given a room looking out onto a high wall, dark and dingy! plus the airconditiong didn't work for 4 days on the trot, it was 36 degrees, I asked for a discount by the hotel, I received a meal which consisted of a burger and chips and a bottle of wine, was then told I needed to contact Expedia if I required a further discount which I shall be doing, so overall not great!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2023

Adrian

Beautiful property with lovely garden and pool area. Short walk to restaurants. Very nice breakfast in gorgeous dining area. Only downside was spotty WiFi.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2022

Paolo Di

Beautiful little hotel 10-15 walk to center of the old quarter of the city. We had a suite with a mezzanine really awesome. Garden and pool area a definite plus. Breakfast included was excellent and Staff was superbe. Highly recommend it

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2022

Orvar

Hidden gem in Ragusa

This place is a hidden gem in Ragusa. Bit hard to find because it’s hidden in a very small and steep one way street. The interior and the room is simply amazing once you step inside. All of the staff we met were simply exceptional and kind. The garden and pool area is superb and very quiet. We will come again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2019

nicolas

Beautiful Palacial stay and thank you to Aldo

Villa Del Lauro is a beautiful quiet old palazio which has been completely renovated. It is located on the less touristy side of Ragusa but in some ways it is better as less touristy and the walk to the other side, albeit down stairs and up the other part of town, is very charming and affords views one would probably miss if not staying on this side. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We forgot our passports on departure and Aldo was very kind and organised for our papers to take the local bus and be collected by the next hotel's staff since we had just cycled 60km when we realised our mistake. The gardens and swimming pool were beautiful but be prepared for a fresh swim. The room was very spacious and well furnished. The breakfast was excellent and the choice of having it in a beautifully painted dining room or outside in the garden was very difficult. Thank you very much for this great stay and thank you Aldo for your help that made all the difference :)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2019

Richard

Lovely room and pool was so refreshing.
Breakfast delicious .
It was easy to walk into the old town

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2019

Fergal

Lovely hotel comfortable rooms

Great hotel in Ragusa, lovely room and garden with pool. Breakfast room was really nice with nice breakfast! Nice walk to Ragusa ibla or walk up to the duomo. Check out local cafes like delicatessen in drogheria or prima classe bar to mix with the locals

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2018

Jon

Brilliant hotel, perfectly located.

We could not have had a better stay. The check in was smooth and the receptionist could not have done more for us, even checking our cars were parked legally. The hotel itself is gorgeous and the local area typically Italian. Much recommended place to stay.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2018

lucy

Lovely hotel, historic town

Very friendly staff, lovely breakfast, good for short stay or longer period. Good position in old town, easy parking and hire car was very useful! Highly recommend.

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2018

Guy

Friendly clean hotel, smallish well kept room with a nice bed, no coffee or tea making facilities in the room, nice grounds and pool, no real bar area, very difficult to park in the area, fortunate to get parked outside with a hotel permit, one way cobbled street on a very steep hill. 20 min walk to Ragusa Ibla ( old town ) but very steep multiple steps up an down to the centre, not for the faint hearted though, but well worth it.

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2017

Antoinette

Hotel Villa Lauro

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Rooms very comfortable. No elevator, lobby, 1st floor breakfast,2nd&3rd floor rooms.Breakfast was a nice variety of choices. Front desk made arrangements with taxi service to drive us around to sightsee. Very helpful. Driving and parking on narrow steep streets made that part of our trip stressful. Views from hotel were beautiful. Restaurants and stores walking distance. I would definitely stay there again but rethink car situation

Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Sep 2017

Judith

Fabulous Ragusa!!

Lovely hotel - great position for exploring both parts of Ragusa - Ragusa Ibla is an absolute gem and not to be missed. On street parking was a bit tricky but the hotel do give you a street permit. The hotel is in an old building which is full of character and our superior room was over 2 floors which was fab. The only negative was breakfast which was very basic and not what you would expect from a hotel of this standard.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2017

Ads'

Our stay

This is a fantastic hotel- staff are wonderful. Although a few things to update ........not surprising in this lovely building........it's nothing that should stop you booking. Parking was a doddle. We were lucky to have two rooms on our stay - both bathrooms were of great size (others had commented that they were small) Breakfast wonderful. Ragusa a great place to stay / visit.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2016

chloe jade

Beautiful Villa

Beautiful villa with large garden and pool area. We had a lovely view of the old town out of the window. The room was large and comfortable and breakfast was great each morning. There is parking outside but the hotel is located on a steep hill which is quite narrow, it was easy enough to find a space, this was the only thing we didn't love but the hire car was fine. The staff were friendly and i would go back if i return to Sicily

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

A very nice and centrally located hotel

We used google maps to navigate our car through the narrow streets and found free parking right outside the front door. The hotel and our room were very well appointed, with a comfortable bed and good shower. Would definitely stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2016

Sally

Lovely hotel in centre of town with pool

Stayed here two nights and loved it! Used the hotel as a base to also visit Noto and Modica. Great location close to the 'old' town and having the pool was fantastic to refresh after long hours sightseeing

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2016

Andrew

Fantastic staff and well located hotel if you want to see both sides.
Only problem was pool and surrounds needed cleaning,though this was early in the season.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2016

Rick

Nice location near historical parts of city. Very helpful staff.

8/10

Excellent

13 Oct 2014

Verified traveler

Not for the faint of heart!

Great location on one of the steepest, beautiful, small streets. Beautiful old villa with many steps as well. Great staff who found us a parking spot across the street.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2014

Julie

Nice hotel, not good for elderly.

No complaints only a suggestion that maybe in the breakfast room background music or pictures on the walls, was very quiet and bare. Apart from that the hotel is beautifully restored.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2014

Maxwell

Excellent boutique hotel with charming character!

I stay at room no. 4, which has a mezzanine floor as sleeping area, full open door facing garden and pool! excellent and tranquil! Hotel itself is an old palazzo type property mix with modern design, service is great and free minibar. it's indeed a great hotel, even to picky frequent traveller like me!!

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2014

Verified traveler

Beautiful building inside and out, but sadly done up in a very modern and not particularly sympathetic way. Very helpful staff and a simply unbelievable breakfast spread in a beautiful room.

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2014

Nada's Italy

PROS: Within walking distance of the old town center, Ragusa Ibla (although the walk back is all uphill so be prepared!). Beautiful large modern rooms. Nice garden and pool. Nice breakfast. Friendly staff can assist with restaurant suggestions and area attractions. Comfy king size bed (which is unusual for an Italian hotel). CONS: Extremely narrow street, hard to park and get in and out of town. No elevator, only stairs. Staff helped us take luggage to our room but I still felt bad. The shower head holder was broken and water was leaking out. As the hotel is located within the city center, the view is on the street.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2013

Glenys

Good hotel in a charming city

My friend and I stayed out of season in two double rooms and were very impressed. We found the rooms comfortable, spacious and modern, with king size beds.
The staff on reception were helpful and attentive to our needs without being intrusive. It was very quiet, which suited us well. Fridge well stocked with water, juice, beer; all free. Breakfast coffee delicious. In fact I would say that the only deficiency was a lack of paper tissues in the rooms, a minor point and no doubt these would have been provided had I asked for some.

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2013

Gava

Hotel on a steep hill

Hotel in a once classy townhouse in the historic part of Ragusa. Our room was on the ground floor. The very comfortable bed was under a stone arch, rather dark but cool and quiet, except in the morning when breakfast coffee was being made just outside it. Parking was on a very steep hill in the street outside.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2012

Verified traveler

great hotel for couples

Lovely villa in a perfect location to explore both old and new Ragusa. Very friendly staff eager to help to every query we had to expore the sights, local restaurants or shopping. The room was very well decorated and maintained. The view towards the back of the garden and the swimming pool were fantastic. The pool is not heated so perhaps not warm enough for some people but quite invigorating once I ventured in.
And not to mention the fantastic cakes at breakfast.....

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Apr 2012

Richard

Villa del Lauro, Ragusa

A charming hotel, with a very accommodating and helpful staff. There are a couple of inconveniences. The first the location--a downhill walk to Ibla, necessitating a cab ride back for all but dedicated walkers. The poolside furniture is weird and extremely uncomfortable. The only wifi is in one of the hotel's common rooms, and not in the individual rooms. This is a problem for those who care, and I am one of them. Despite these drawbacks, we enjoyed our stay there.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2025

Nina

Excellent

Très belle villa, très beaux jardin, très bonne piscine, personnel adorable et efficace. Un resto gastronomique à deux pas. Un parking proche. L’emplacement de l’hôtel dans une rue très très pentue mais praticable.

Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Jun 2025

Kurt

Garten mit Pool war o.k.
Zimmer war im 2. Stock. Es ist kein Lift vorhanden. Wir mussten unser Gepäck selber hoch tragen. Nicht für Leute mit Beeinträchtigung geeignet. In der Hotelbeschreibung und Reservationsbestätigung wird dies nicht erwähnt. Das Zimmer war schmutzig, überall Staub. Zahnglas wurde schon lange nicht mehr gereinigt. Wir hatten ein Komfortzimmer gebucht. Unser Zimmer war sicher nicht von dieser Kategorie. Bad war viel zu klein. Türe zur Dusche kann man nur halb öffnen da das WC im Weg ist. 2 P im Badezimmer nicht möglich. Der Airconditioner lässt sich nur von der Rezeption aus regulieren. Jedes Mal anrufen wenn man etwas ändern will. Die Auswahl beim Frühstück ist beschränkt.
Das ist kein 4 Sterne Hotel und der Preis für die Übernachtung nicht gerechtfertigt.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2025

BERTRAND

L’hotel est en centre ville dans une rue pentue. L'intérieur est soigné et charmant.
Nous avons choisi la chambre 1, en RDC. Pas de fenêtre et faible aération. C’etait notre choix mais nous ne la recommandons pas.
Literie 3/5
Propreté 4/5
Frigo minuscule.
Le pdj est inclus mais le choix est limité.

Hormis notre choix de chambre l’établissement est d’un bon niveau et propose un rapport Q/P correct pour un cadre verdurant, avec piscine, très agréable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2023

Eugénie

Très bon sejour

Très beau cadre
Situation parfaite
Personnel très agréable et serviable
La piscine et je jardin sont très appréciables

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2023

Aurore

Excellent

Très bel établissement, proche centre historique en ville haute.
Bus proche.
Superbe piscine.
Terrasse et jardin.
Personnel attentif.

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2022

MARIA DEL CARMEN

Puedes aparcar en la misma calle del hotel con una tarjeta que te dan en el mismo hotel. Ojo, no hay ascensor, por si tienes dificultades de movilidad.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2021

Luca

Meraviglia ragusana

Location meravigliosa e suggestiva nel pieno centro storico di Ragusa... addirittura con una splendida piscina!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2021

Julie

Bel établissement, l’extérieur et les parties communes sont magnifiques, le buffet petit déjeuner est excellent. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour et recommandons cet établissement

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Nice hotel

Nice hotel. I choose it because the location seemed central and because it had a swimming pool. Boy was I glad, there was a terrible heatwave when I was there, I was so glad there was a pool. Very difficult to do some siteseeing during the day because of the heat. When I went to the coast, it was bearable. Ragusa Ibla had a nicer atmosphere than Ragusa Superiore. The nice walk down to Ibla didn't take too long, but getting back on foot was unfeasable in the heat. I took a taxi back (10 eur) or the municipal bus. The hotel was near to the center of Ragusa Superiore but there was not a lot to see apart from the nice duomo, some restaurants & bars & shops.
Hotel staff was very kind, apart from one person (fake). Breakfast was good. Room ok, airconditioning was rather loud and not very cold, bathroom rather small but ok. The hotel building is beautiful and so is the garden with the swimming pool. By the way, there is a very nice bar to enjoy aperitivo and watching the sunset very near to the hotel at the beginning of the steps. Overall I didn't regret my choice.

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2020

Vera regina

Personale gentille

La prima notte ci hanno dato una camera/mansarda nel terzo piano SENZA ARIA CONDIZIONATA, con un ventilatore- già sapevano che non funzionava . Per la
Seconda notte hanno cambiato per una nel pian terreno con molta umidita - anche se bella . Personale gentilissimo e molto educati. Piscina c acqua molto Fredda .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2020

Fam.RICHTER

Sehr nettes Pesonal, sehr guter Umgang mit Corona-Situation. Das gilt übrigens für gesamt Sizilien. Waren sehr beeindruckt

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

No tiene ascensor y su pagina dice q si
Deberían corregirlo
Subimos el equipaje 2 pisos largos porque no tienen personal
Reserve hab.superior y me dieron una pequeña e incómoda

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

La ubicacion es excelente para visitar Ibla
Lo unico no muy agradable es que hay que nos tocaron habitaciones en el segundo piso y no tienen ascensor para el equipaje

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Personale gentile struttura molto belle, porta della camera interna un po’ obsoleta

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2018

Claudio

Sistemazione molto carina, arredata con gusto, bello il giardino , utile la piccola piscina e il parcheggio privato. Molto gentili i proprietari. La zona non è particolarmente allettante

Partner

2/10

Poor

21 Oct 2018

Marcello

Vacanza rovinata

Credo che da parte Vostra, al fine di tutelare chi crede in Voi,sia obbligatoria una maggiore vigilanza sulle strutture proposte. Assenza di parcheggio. Assenza di ascensore in presenza di scale particolarmente alte. Camere allagate dalla pioggia (vedi recensioni di altri ospiti negli anni passati). Materasso con vistose macchie organiche. In 5 giorni di pernottamento ci è stato fornito una saponettina e due flaconi i di bagnoschiuma. Personale sempre cortese e struttura bella a vedersi. Peccato. Ci hanno rovinato la vacanza.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2018

maria isabel

Limpeza, qualidade e comodidade muito boas. A localização para nós resultó um pouco complicada. Nós não temos muita prática de andar em ruelas estritas com subidas e descidas muito pronunciadas já que o hotel se encontra na parte histórica. Por outro lado esto facilitou a visita às principais igrejas e monumentos.

Partner