Featuring a terrace, Homestay is a recently renovated bed and breakfast located in a historic building in the centre of Catania, close to Catania Piazza Duomo. It is set 400 metres from Catania Cathedral and offers a tour desk. The bed and breakfast provides city views, an outdoor fireplace, and free WiFi is available. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a microwave, a fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. Guests can have fruits and chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the bed and breakfast, while skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near Homestay include Catania Amphitheatre, Villa Bellini and Roman Theatre of Catania. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Catania, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Catania
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  • Ina
    Germany Germany
    We couldn't have found anything better in Catania! Thank you, Edina and Paolo, for your hospitality. We felt at home. The apartment is furnished with so much love and great style. Everything is spotlessly clean. There is a beautiful plant in every...
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    Edina is a wonderful host and made us feel welcome and home. The whole apartment is lovely decorated, everything was very clean and the rooftop terrace is wonderful for enjoying some wine in the evening or having breakfast in the morning...
  • Brandes
    Sweden Sweden
    Amazing host and a really cozy, cute place over all.

Managed by Homestay

Company review score: 10Based on 167 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

My adventure with tourism and property management started over 15 years ago at my family home in the most requested holiday destination along the coasts of Baltic Sea - Sopot. We renovated it all by ourselves and converted a part of it into a holiday home. After moving four countries and settling down in Catania I opened Homestay in the very centre of the old town.

Property information

Homestay was born in 2019 when I, Edina, and my partner Paolo started renovating the property with the goal of offering a home away from home for travellers visiting Catania. After two long years of work and surviving the pandemic the place is finally operating at it’s 100%. Homestay is situated on the top floor of an XVIII building that was originally hosting nuns as it’s next door to a church. There is no lift in the building due to it’s characteristic but the breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace make the climb worth every step. Homestay is a one-person business run exclusively by me - Edina. I am an avid traveler myself and have visited loads of places in Sicily - if you need any insider tips on how/what/where/when - I’ll be more than happy to share some ideas!

Neighbourhood information

Homestay is located in one of the main streets of Catania - via Antonino di Sangiuliano. In a couple of minutes you can reach on foot all the major points of interest, restaurants, bars and pubs. We’re located in front of the lively San Berillo street art district where you can admire murales&graffiti and all types of wall art, dine in a typical Sicilian trattoria or have a glass of wine in an awesome lounge bar. From the terrace above you can admire the panorama of Catania, Mount Etna, the domes of the cathedral, the Bellini Theater and Palazzo Manganelli.

Languages spoken

English,Italian,Polish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Tour desk
  • Car hire
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Italian
  • Polish

House rules

Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 17:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that 3 cats live on site.

The property is located on the third floor in a building with no elevator.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 19087015C107344

FAQs about Homestay

  • Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Cooking class
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Homestay is from 17:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Homestay is 450 yards from the centre of Catania. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Homestay include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.