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Reviews of Elephant's Smile B&B

Piazza dei Martiri 8, 95131 Catania, Italy

#401 of 614 B&Bs and inns in Catania

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 62 B&B reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: June 21, 2024

    9.0
    Great location and excellent for the value
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The wifi did not work in our room and even in the common areas it was very spotty. We had an issue with batteries in our remotes that was solved very quickly.

    The location was nice and close to downtown. The room was very large with a comfy bed. The best part was the kitchen area with snacks and water.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room is very comfortable,and the place are not far from the tourist area.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was very pleased of this place, really easily accessible by public transport and short walk to the center. Lovely old house, fanny keychain and nice staff. Maybe again in the october.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host was very friendly! The place was very clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host did not leave any toilet paper in the room and only left one set of towels for two people. I texted him for the check out time and he replied 5hours later at 1am.

    Nice comfortable bright room by the sea

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    9.0
    Simple but decent accommodation. Perfect base to return to if you are planning to explore all day.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some people were having a great time partying in the building. (The noise stopped after we yelled out the window.)

    Excellent location, walking distance from Catania Centrale railway station (which is 20 mins from the airport by bus, 1 hr train ride from Taormina). The historical centre is also about a 10 min walk away. The owner is kind, helpful and flexible, and easy to reach when you have a question. The shared kitchen offers a great variety of wrapped pastries, crackers, fruits, tea, coffee, bottled water for no extra charge, 24/7. There's a toaster, a double hob, coffee machine, a toaster oven, - but no microwave. Coffee shops and restaurants are literally around the corner, mini markets are maybe a 3 min walk from the place , and fancy bars and restaurants are also available in the centre. Wifi is stable, water is hot with nice pressure. The place is close to the see, but the area has more of an industrial dock vibe, so you cannot really have a nice walk by the shore near there. (For that, take the train to Taormina.)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    8.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There seemed to be a lot of plugs but only the one behind TV worked. The drain water was a little bit clogged during shower. However it’s a good value for the cost!

    Very easy to access to the bus terminal and main station! Comfortable beds. Quick response from the staff. They offer many snacks and water!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have been good to have some juice and maybe unsweetened yoghurt in the fridge for breakfast. However there are coffee bars a few steps away.

    Lovely comfortable room. Air con worked well and the bed was very good. Full size bathroom with a powerful shower. Chilled water is available in the kitchen with fruit and lots of packaged cakes.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice stay for visiting Etna . Nice og helpful owner:-) Thank you

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was well, just the sink drain that need some fixing. Everything else was 👌.

    Lovely building and bright room. High ceiling, balcony and enough storage if needed. The room and bathroom were clean and the staff was really friendly, flexible and informative. Well located, near the station and in the centre. The lady who cleans was really friendly and helpful as well. Water & snacks available in the kitchen area if needed. And the host responds well in time. So sweet that some tenants whispered in the corridors to keep it down for others. Thank you so much!! Grazie mille!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2023

    9.0
    Nice place to stay for weekend in Catania.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was very cute and spacious room with balcony.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    - This accommodation greatly exceeded our expectations. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We arrived very late at night at the airport when there was no more public transport running and they arranged a very smooth and decently priced transfer and late check in! - Everything is walking distance.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Internet was not working most of the time. The entrance looks a bit dodgy, but it was ok after all.

    The location, the little balcony, the breakfast available in the kitchen even though not included. Comfortable bed.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2023

    8.0
    my husband and I booked a last minute stay just for a one day trip and this place was in a great location and not too fa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Outside the building there is much to be desired but it’s still ok. The property could use some plants to spruce up the courtyard or main entrance so it feels more welcoming.

    It was easy to book, staff was super friendly and accommodating, and property was located not so far from everything. Location is good for walkers, mass transit partakes, or drivers.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2022

    8.0
    Elephant’s Smile helped make our visit to Catania a pleasant one.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location. Close enough to the central station and walking distance to historical old town. Host were in constant communication via WhatsApp and check in went smoothly. Requested late check out and was given extra time with the possibility to leave bags to be collected later.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2022

    8.0
    We were satisfied, we will be happy to come back. Good price/performance.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    .. soft mattresses.

    The accommodation was pleasant,clean, available hairdryer, TV, wifi, air conditioning, shared kitchen, large fridge, coffee machine, Italian sweet packaged pastries available. Bottled still water for tea or coffee. We were given vouchers for breakfast at a local cafe nearby, they had excellent local pastries there! The accommodation is close to the main station and the bus. The bed was big enough, a little soft mattress. Every evening we had a tidy room upon arrival.We were satisfied, we will be happy to come back!

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2022

    8.0
    Good place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The toilet was on the second floor, where the roof was a bit short, but it was alright in general.

    The host was very nice, we really liked the kitchen and the freebies the host offered.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2022

    8.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was poor.

    The owner was really nice and helpful with us! The room was like a suite and in a good location (only 5 minutes walking to the center of Catalina).

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2022

    8.0
    Despite us not being able to speak Italian and the host not speaking English, we managed to communicate and get by. She
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The TV remote didn’t work. Wifi signal was weak in our room. The shower was slow to drain.

    It is near public transport. A short walk away from the city centre. The host booked a taxi for us to the airport. Body wash and hairdryer in the bathroom. The kitchen was stocked with bottled water and food we could have. The host let us check in an hour early.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2022

    9.0
    Great b and b
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No fruit avalible with breakfast.

    Brilliant staff, really clean and beautiful room. The breakfast was fresh everyday and always bottled water avaliable.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2022

    8.0
    Nice place for a quick stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Host we’re friendly and the balcony had a view of Mount Etna . Not very far from the center

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately there was some misunderstanding with the transport to the airport in the early morning (organised by the owner), because the driver didn't come. Breakfast for the guests was organised in a cafe nearby (which was a good idea). Owner said, the cafe is opened already very early (even from 5 am), unfortunately it was actually opened from 7 am, so I hadn't chance to eat it because of my early flight.

    The location was great and staff very friendly and welcoming. The room was beautiful and very clean. The house was spectacular with its long history. In the kitchen there was a coffee and biscuits available in any time.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2022

    7.0
    Lovely hostess
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Hard to find, not well signposted. The area is a bit rough but close to train station and a short walk to city center. I was recommended not to walk alone at night.

    It is a small B&B in an old apartment building. Friendly host.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2021

    9.0
    RECOMMENDATION!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very nice! Great friendly host who takes care of every need! Clean room, close to city center and sights.

    Stayed in July 2021

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