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Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
In the heart of Catania, elephant's smile b&b invites you to unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or pamper yourself at the hair salon. Take advantage of bike rentals and explore nearby Massimo Bellini Theater and Palazzo Biscari, while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike hire

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is £63
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May

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Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Harbour View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Piazza dei Martiri, 8, Catania, CT, 95100

What's nearby

  • Catania Port - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Massimo Bellini Theater - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Catania Fish Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ursino Castle - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 22 min drive
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 4 min drive
  • Catania Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Catania Ognina Station - 17 min drive
  • Porto Station - 6 min walk
  • Galatea Station - 18 min walk
  • Italia Station - 19 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Antica Friggitoria Stella - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Steak House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pellegrino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sikulo Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ginza Ristorante Sushi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

elephant's smile b&b

Located just 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the airport, elephant's smile b&b offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. This Baroque affittacamere is also within a short 10-minute walk of Catania Port and Via Etnea. Public transportation is close by: Porto Station is only 6 minutes on foot.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15

Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only, 1 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 820 ft (EUR 10 per day); discounts available
    • Street parking available

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Built in 1600
  • Terrace
  • Baroque architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (return. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 6:30 PM and 12:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per stay
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 10 per day (820 ft away)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT087015C28VSSV22L

Also known as

elephant's smile b&b Catania
elephant's smile Catania
elephant's smile b b
elephant's smile b&b Catania
elephant's smile b&b Affittacamere
elephant's smile b&b Affittacamere Catania

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at elephant's smile b&b?

Yes, cats and dogs stay for free, with a limit of 1 total.

Is parking offered on site at elephant's smile b&b?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by elephant's smile b&b?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at elephant's smile b&b?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. There's a charge of EUR 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at elephant's smile b&b and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. Additional recreation on-site includes helicopter/aeroplane tours.

What's the area around elephant's smile b&b like?

Elephant's smile b&b is a short 6-minute walk from Porto Station and 4 minutes' walk from Catania Port.

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elephant's smile b&b Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!
Renzo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Matteo was extremly helpful, very nice room
Thomas F., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I will come back
the room in this old style Italian apartment was very large with a bathroom and balcony. Kitchen, coffee, mini breakfast available to guests. the facility is located on the square in a safe area, close to the train station, bus stop, 10 minutes from via Etna. I recommend.
Maciej, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning and beautiful , great team
Hassan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable and reasonably priced.
A good location if you are using the trains and buses. It is also in easy walking distance of the historical centre of town. The phone number on hotels.com is incorrect. The number to call to arrange check in is 39 3291576417.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We found the person who locked after us (Matteo) was excellent. He respnded quickly to any request we made. Overall a very rewarding stay.
Richard, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

The surrounding and area are very rough and Dirty. Accomodation is central and ok.
Dr. Michael, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

I did not feel good here…. I kept thinking the whole night that we could be trapped there. 1 heavy entry door with automatic lock inside. Same for the second heavy rod iron gate . If that lock malfunctioned when trying to get out? Just dark huge building with windows facing not really sure what ( another apartment). Clean, conveniently located, big enough…. Just the layout and getting in/out - I was glad when we left after one night.
Marketa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Terrific Bed and Accomodations
We were greeted by Matteo who accommodated our stay. The bed was fantastic but the floor was clearly not mopped for quite sometime and was dirty. The room was large and inviting with a balcony window and a medium size bathroom. The room, however, was designed for tall people as the closet Rod and shower head could not be easily reached. The kitchen was conveniently located steps away from our room and was open all day with all amenities for a great breakfast.
Kathy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jonna, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Mya, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Mariana, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Nous n’avons pas pu séjourner dans cet hébergement car nous avions réservé une chambre quadruple et l’hôte nous a attribué une chambre triple. Nous avons dû trouver un autre hôtel en urgence. Je souhaite un remboursement rapidement.
Caroline, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jongyeon, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Posizione ottima necessita di manutenzione e cura.
Meno male che ci ho fatto solo una notte, tutto ebbe inizio da un cambio di struttura che forse non avrei dovuto accettare, chissà.Palazzo datato senza ascensore con portone centrale difettoso, bisognava passarci alcuni secondi/minuti prima di aprire il portone,camera poco confortevole, bagno mal deodorante causa problemi con lo scarico fognario di ritorno e impossibilità a farsi una doccia come si deve acqua dappertutto.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amelia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die Unterkunft war super. Die Lage ist klasse. Fußläufig alles wichtige erreichbar. Check-In war auch super. Meine Ankunftszeit hat sich zweimal geändert und das war gar kein Problem. Matteo war sehr hilfsbereit.

10/10 Exceptional

Svetlana, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Claes, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tutto perfetto
ioseph, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super
Bon séjour d’une nuit avant le retour… Chambre confortable, bonne literie, accueil super, on a été gâté, on pouvait se servir en boisson et petits gâteaux dans la cuisine… Aide pour nous trouver le taxi pour l’aéroport le lendemain. Je recommande.
Pascal, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Daniela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

We finished up staying at a different B&B owned by the same person. Location was questionable. Room was pleasant but the breakfast was a walk away. Felt safe in the room but outside at night is not recommended.
Clifford, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money
Well located, excellent service and comfort. Highly recommended
Silvina, 1-night trip