Isola Blu
Syracuse, Sicily
On the sea, to Ortigia and Etna
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Key Highlights
- Pool
- Walkable to beach/sea
- Sea views
- Walking distance to restaurant(s)
- Barbecue
Gallery
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Relaxing by the pool with Syracuse and Mount Etna in the background.
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Isola Blu and its gardens seen from near the pool.
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Stunning views from Isola Blu's main suite terrace.
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A magical atmosphere at sunset.
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Dining on the shady terrace outside the living area.
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Isola Blu was excellent, with a fantastic pool and good local beach. Special mention to the owners and their hospitality. We would definitely return.
– David Curry, visited 2026
Overview
- GuestsUp to 6
- Bedrooms3
- Double beds2
- Double bed or Twin beds1
- Bathrooms3
- En-suite bathrooms2 of 3
Features and Amenities
The property
- Sea views
- Private parking
- Air conditioning
Geography
- Walkable to beach/sea
- Walking distance to restaurant(s)
Pool & Wellness
- Pool20x10m
Services
- Local knowledge and recommendations
- On-the-ground support
- Wine delivery service
Kitchen & Dining
- Barbecue
Entertainment & Tech
- ADSL Wi-Fi Internet
- Satellite TV
- Stereo
Includes
- The Thinking Traveller's expertise to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and access to exclusive experiences
- Exclusive use of your private villa and grounds
- Effortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
- Award-winning local expertise throughout your stay
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
Getting to and around
Bedroom details
- Bedroom 1: double-twin bed (180/90x190cm), adjacent bathroom
- Bedroom 2: double bed (160x190cm), en-suite shower room
- Bedroom 3: master double bed (160x190cm), en-suite shower room
NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.
About the property
Inside
accommodation at Isola Blu is spread over two floors. The welcoming main entrance leads into a large open-plan space that is home to a dining table and a comfortably furnished living area, complete with fireplace (decorative only) and large glass doors that both bring in the sea views and provide access to a shady terrace, the lawned gardens and the pool beyond.A door near the dining table accesses the compact but well-equipped kitchen with breakfast table. The kitchen opens out onto a secluded, shaded dining area served by a barbecue and wood-fired oven.
Back in the living area, half a flight of stairs takes one to the first bedroom, an attractive double-twin with balcony overlooking the gardens and an adjacent bathroom with tub. Continuing up the stairs one soon arrives at the first floor proper, home to a double bedroom with en-suite shower room and panoramic terrace overlooking the gardens and the sea, and the generously proportioned suite with double bed, a large en-suite shower room and a superlative sea-view terrace accessed via a series of large glass doors.
Furnishings throughout are a high quality, characterful and colourful expression of Sicilian traditions wit some contemporary touches and fittings, and the atmosphere is both welcoming and informal.
Outside
the gardens immediately surrounding Isola Blu host a wide and vibrant variety of mature, perfumed Mediterranean flora, including palm trees, giant cacti, bougainvillea, oleander and jasmine. This luxuriant, almost tropical abundance of greenery gives way to a large expanse of lawned garden, at the end of which are the enticing blue waters of the salt water seafront pool.To one side of the pool is a cactus garden and a shaded area with dining table and barbecue. Most of your meals (and afternoon snoozes), however, will probably be taken in the large, fully-furnished and shady terrace accessed from the indoor living area.
Transfixing views of the sea, Syracuse and Mount Etna abound from all these areas, but possibly the best panorama of all is from the master suite's long terrace. A third, secluded dining area is accessed from the kitchen.
CIN No. IT089017C2K3NWRUR3, CIR No. 19089017C240084
About the Area
Isola Blu sits just across the water from Ortygia, ancient Syracuse's beating heart. Following the defeat of the Athenians in 413 BC, Syracuse was arguably the most important city in the Mediterranean. Remains of that period are beautifully preserved in Ortigia, at Neapolis (including the stunning Greek theatre) and in the fabulous archaeological museum, all of which are within a few kilometres drive of Isola Blu. Syracuse is not just an Ancient Greek museum however. The old island centre of Ortygia offers an excellent choice of restaurants, bars and shops, beautiful piazzas and seafront promenades. In terms of beaches, Isola Blu is spoilt for choice: just a short stroll away is a lovely sandy beach, while a short drive south of Syracuse will get you to a great selection of white sandy beaches, including those at Fontane Bianche, the Lido di Noto and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The southeast of Sicily is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val di Noto and its beautiful baroque towns such as Noto, Modica, Ragusa and Scicli. To the north, temptingly visible from Isola Blu, is the majestic mass of Europe's highest active volcano, Mount Etna.
Considerations
Please note that there is a pond in the grounds that is not fenced.
Guest Reviews
Isola Blu was excellent, with a fantastic pool and good local beach. Special mention to the owners and their hospitality. We would definitely return.
David Curry, visited August 2026
Isola Blu is a beautiful villa with wonderful pool and amazing views.
Verified guest, visited June 2026
The location and resulting views of Isola Blu were magnificent. The pool was amazing. All in all a superb visit. We are grateful to all involved.
Verified guest, visited June 2026
Isola Blu is a spacious property with fabulous gardens and pool on the water’s edge. The views over the bay to Ortigia are stunning.
JH, visited May 2026
The views from Isola Blu were unbelievable. Our experience was beautiful and amazing. The Thinking Traveller is an excellent company that I highly recommend.
Jackie Valstro, visited September 2025
Starting with the warmest of welcomes from the villa owners, virtually everything about Isola Blu, inside and our, suited us to perfection. We loved the characterful, old-world charm, giving the villa a something of the look and feel of a star's home from the golden age Hollywood of '30s or '40s Hollywood. Its interior decoration is not glitzy in a modern way but is perfectly judged to exude a Sicilian flavour while providing an easy, warm and embracing space that helped us feel entirely at home and fully relaxed. The handmade tiling on the walls and floors is astonishingly successful and provides a harmonious sensual treat throughout. The external landscaping, set against a view that one can never tire of, was breathtaking, enhanced by the large and beautifully designed swimming pool, which fitted into the garden landscape seamlessly. Our five nights flew by. Of all the lovely places we've stayed in over the past ten years or so, we thought Isola Blu had a unique quality that makes it truly memorable and may well draw us back to Sicily soon simply to give us the pleasure of staying there once more.
Robert Pullen, visited September 2025
Isola Blu was a little slice. of heaven. The panoramic sea views and the stunning grounds of this property made this a magical vacation. The villa was well stocked with anything you could need. We dined outside every day staring at the gorgeous views. The pool was amazing and so large. We will return.
RB, visited June 2025
Isola Blu is a magical waterfront holiday villa with enchanting grounds and perfect external areas.
Mal Cameron, visited June 2025
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Local Experiences
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