Located in Catania, 1.4 km from Lido Arcobaleno and 200 metres from Catania Piazza Duomo, La Dimora del Barbiere provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a bar and a shared lounge. Each unit is equipped with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hairdryer. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also provided, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. The apartment offers a continental or Italian breakfast. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at La Dimora del Barbiere, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga, Roman Theatre of Catania and Ursino Castle. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa, 6 km from La Dimora del Barbiere, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 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 9.8

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Catania
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed for one night, the apartment was really beautiful and very comfortable, it was situated in an urban chic area close to many bars and restaurants, however it was completely sound proof. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to...
  • Selena
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely apartment with loads of space with a very comfortable bed, letty was so nice and anything we needed she was able to accommodate us! Would highly recommend
  • Vimal
    Australia Australia
    The hosts provided invaluable advice and recommendations. The apartment is fantastic and fully equipped. It is very centrally located and it is sound proof. We loved our stay in Catania thanks to the wonderful accommodation.

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Salvo e Letizia

Company review score: 9.9Based on 470 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We will be happy to welcome you in order to make your stay at the Barber's Home unique, with its prestigious and luxurious finishes that will give that extra touch to your stay.

Neighbourhood information

La Dimora del Barbiere, is located a few steps from the famous Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, originally known as Piano di San Filippo, is a monumental square in the historic center of Catania, from which you can reach Piazza della Cattedrale in less than a minute where located in the center of the Piazza del Duomo in Catania. Its main element is a black basalt statue depicting an elephant, commonly called u Liotru and considered the emblem of the Sicilian city.You can also visit, walking, the main places of interest in the splendid Catania, such as: The Benedictine Monastery, which was declared a national monument by royal decree of 15 August 1869. In 2002 it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as "jewel of the late Sicilian Baroque" i, the Greek theater of Catania, Piazza Università, the beautiful and fascinating fish market (A Piscaria), walk along via Etnea, the main road of Catania from which you can admire the majestic volcano Etna part of the 3,326 m high UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can hike and track.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of La Dimora del Barbiere
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Fast free WiFi 51 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules
La Dimora del Barbiere takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 5 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCartaSiUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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

Please note that late check-in after 19:00 costs EUR 10 for each hour of delay. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property. The latest possible check-in is 23:00.

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 La Dimora del Barbiere 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

License number: 19087015C206910, IT087015C2Z68AYM3C

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about La Dimora del Barbiere

  • Yes, La Dimora del Barbiere is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • La Dimora del Barbiere has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

  • La Dimora del Barbiere can accommodate the following group size:

    • 3 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • La Dimora del Barbiere is 250 yards from the centre of Catania. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at La Dimora del Barbiere is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from La Dimora del Barbiere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at La Dimora del Barbiere on this page.

  • La Dimora del Barbiere offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):