Mater Familias Oasis in Syracuse, Sicily

Mater Familias Oasis is a historic manor house reconstructed by the family of David and Laura, now home to peacocks, geese, lambs, horses, and ostriches. The property has a large garden with lemon trees, a sun terrace, and a shared kitchen equipped for cooking meals. Guests have access to free WiFi, free parking, a steam room, solarium, and BBQ facilities throughout the grounds.

The hotel offers 5 rooms, including Double Rooms and a Double Room with Garden View, each with a private bathroom. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and a tea/coffee maker, and some provide views of the Etna volcano. All rooms are non-smoking, and key access ensures privacy.

Wellness amenities include a hammam, hot tub/jacuzzi, massage services, and an open-air bath for relaxation. The property has a spa lounge/relaxation area, a steam room, and a solarium for sunbathing. Sun loungers and sun umbrellas are available on the sun terrace.

Guests can prepare meals in the spacious shared kitchen, which has all necessary equipment, or use the outdoor BBQ facilities and grocery deliveries. Cooking classes are offered for those who want to learn local cuisine. Outdoor furniture and a sun terrace provide dining spaces overlooking the garden.

The property has board games/puzzles and strollers for families, along with live music/performances and tours about local culture. Playa del Sol Taguali beach is a 15-minute walk away, while Syracuse Cathedral and Tempio di Apollo are 7 km from the hotel. An airport shuttle to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (67 km) is available, and express check-in/out is offered.

Animals: Peacocks, ostriches, horses, lambs, geese

Wellness: Hammam, steam room, hot tub, massage

Rooms: 5 rooms with garden or Etna views

Dining: Shared kitchen, BBQ, cooking classes

Location: 15 min walk to beach, 7 km to Syracuse

Services: Airport shuttle, free parking, express check-in