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1 bedroomSleeps 330 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
Explore the area
Catania, Sicily
Piazza del Duomo
Place, Piazza del Duomo
3 min walk
Catania Cathedral
Place, Catania Cathedral
5 min walk
Catania Fish Market
Place, Catania Fish Market
5 min walk
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
7 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon
Shower room 1
Bidet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
About this property
Small jewel in the historic center of Catania
Nel cuore del centro storico di Catania, Katane337 è il rifugio ideale per una coppia in cerca di relax, charme e autenticità siciliana. Situata a pochi passi dai principali monumenti, dai mercati storici e dalle vivaci piazze della città, la casa permette di vivere Catania a piedi, tra arte barocca, profumi di cucina locale e scorci suggestivi. Si trova all'interno di una suggestiva corte settecentesca, protetta da un cancello automatico, al piano terra e senza scale. L’appartamento, curato nei dettagli e arredato con gusto, nel rispetto delle architetture tradizionali. Gli ambienti accoglienti offrono una zona living con cucina attrezzata, una camera da letto intima e rilassante con un balcone che si affaccia su una delle vie più belle di Catania: la via Crociferi (PATRIMONIO UNESCO) e un bagno funzionale, pensati per garantire un soggiorno piacevole e senza pensieri.
Perfetta per una fuga romantica o per esplorare la città e la costa orientale della Sicilia, la casa rappresenta il punto di partenza ideale per scoprire Catania, il suo mare e l’imponente Etna.
Un piccolo angolo di tranquillità nel cuore pulsante della città, dove sentirsi subito a casa.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT087015C2KQRN6DSD
About the area
Catania
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Catania City Centre, a neighbourhood in Catania. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Palace of Culture and Agricola Gambino are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
L’Antica Pizzeria De Michele Catania - 2 min walk
Al Vicolo Pizza & Vino - 4 min walk
Da Mario - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Small jewel in the historic center of Catania pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Small jewel in the historic center of Catania?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Small jewel in the historic center of Catania on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$135, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Small jewel in the historic center of Catania?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Small jewel in the historic center of Catania?
Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Small jewel in the historic center of Catania?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Small jewel in the historic center of Catania located?
Located in Catania City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Villa Cerami, Via Etnea and Piazza del Duomo. Catania Cathedral and Catania Port are also within 15 minutes. Porto Station is 15 minutes by foot and Italia Station is 25 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fantastic apartment in a great location! Ideal for both short and long stays. I highly recommend if you are looking to stay near historic landmarks and a variety of restaurants.
We had a great t
stay in Catania.
Anna Maria was a great host 🤗❤️ and helped us with a few things we needed, from taxis to setting up a day trip and useful information.
The place was really good, comfortable and clean, exactly as presented.
We have the great experience and would definitely come back.
Everything went smoothly from check in to checkout. Property description was spot on and there was a lot of tourist tourist info in the room to advise on local sights. Would highly recommend anyone staying in Catan ia to book this apartment. Perfect for two people.
bclb76
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2024
Thank you, you were exceptional guests. If you want I will gladly host you again. Have a good life!
This is a small apartment in the heart of the action. Easy walk to everything's you want to see. The apartment was clean and Anna was helpful with tips and arranging taxis. Surprisingly quiet at night for a historic apartment. Strongly recommended.
Bill V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
You have been wonderful guests, thank you and have and
Good Life!!
The apartment was the perfect size for the two of us. Loved the location. Walking distance from Via Etenea, Elephant Square, and many other sites. We rented a car for our stay and the secure parking was a definate plus. Anna Maria was available and happy to help with anything. I highly recommend staying at this property.
Andrea C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
You were very pleasant guests, it was a real pleasure to host you.
This was an amazing place to stay. We had never been to Catania. Anna Maria always responded promptly and gave us lots of information. The apartment is so cute and has everything you need. It was clean and very safe. There is a restaurant and shop just a short walk down and the first street to the left. We had both breakfast and dinner at the restaurant and found lots of goodies at the shop next door.
If you truly want to experience Catania, this is the place to choose.
Cindy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2022
Your smile and your joy filled my heart.
Thank you and Good Life!!!
Anna Maria was very kind, communicative, and accommodating! I had mentioned to her prior to my arrival that I *love* arancini (a Sicilian street snack), and she had two waiting for me when I got there. She gave me recommendations, and even a recipe for a pasta I ate that I wanted to learn to make back home. The space was perfect for my needs- clean & comfortable bed, shower with hot water, and a small kitchenette. The location was perfect, right in the center of downtown Catania, close enough to the action and also a little out of the way of it too I felt very safe. Would definitely stay here again!
Adrienne G.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2025
Starting the new year with you, as a guest, was simply fantastic and auspicious. When you want to come back, you will always be at home. Have a good life
Our host was gracious and most helpful, Anna Maria met our cab at the entrance of the complex where her apt was located. She showed us how the gate & front door locks worked, where everything was inside. Anna Maria had an informative folder with map of area showing where to find nearby restaurants, attractions, even indicated how long the walk was to each of her suggestions. Not to mention, upon our arrival our host had some bakery sweets for her weary travelers. The apt was exactly how she portrayed in the listing, mattress was most comfortable as was the pillows! The apt was small however, perfect for 2 adults. Anna Maria quickly responded anytime we reached out for her! We would definitely stay here again! Thank you Anna Maria for making this last leg of our stay in Sicily memorable.
Jo E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2023
You have been very pleasant guests and I thank you.
Have a good life!!
La casa è molto accogliente e si trova vicino al duomo. La Sig.ra Annamaria è molto simpatica è disponibile e fa di tutto per darti consigli per rendere il tuo soggiorno speciale, non lascia nulla al caso. Felice di ritornarci.
La posizione della proprietà nel contesto della città è molto favorevole alle visite del centro storico, della movida, per gustare la cucina tipica siciliana e per gli spostamenti con i mezzi pubblici. L'accoglienza della proprietaria è un valore aggiunto. lo consiglio per coppie.
miriam elisa s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2022
Grazie per le gentili parole, siete stati ospiti eccezionali. Buona vita!
Per il secondo anno di fila , nonostante le regole dettate dal covid19, siamo venuti in questa splendida coulisse e ci siamo sentiti come a casa, quasi membri della famiglia. Grazie di cuore a Anna Maria e a Giuseppe, grazie Catania! Speriamo di ritornare presto....
Daniela L.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Non è stato, per noi un rapporto host/guest, ma amici simpaticissimi. Vi aspettiamo sempre.
A presto
Ottima situazione per fare tutto a piedi, piccolo ma perfetto, ritorneremo! Grazie Anna Maria!
Piccolo ma perfetto, tranquillo, vicino a tutto sia per visitare sia per gli acquisti quotidiani. La proprietaria é una persona squisita e ci ha fatto sentire come a casa , ritorneremo, abbiamo giá riservato per l'anno orossimo. Grazie di tutto!
Daniela L.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2020
È stato un grande piacere ospitare persone deliziose come vai, sarò felice di incontrarvi nuovamente e magari prenderci quel caffè che non è stato possibile prenderci ora.
A presto
Appartement très bien situé au coeur de la ville. Très propre avec toutes les commodités. Anna Maria la propriétaire est toujours prête à vous conseiller sur les sites à visiter. Nous sommes absolument enchantées de notre séjour à Catane. Je recommande vivement cet appartement
Roberte G.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Merci cher Roberta! Giulia et toi êtes les invités que tout le monde aimerait avoir. Jusqu’à la prochaine fois!
Appartamento funzionale e pulito. Perfetta la posizione per visitare comodamente il centro a piedi. Speriamo di poter tornare al più presto, magari per gustare la Primavera! Lucia e Jonathan
Lucia R.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Ed io sarò felice di ospitarVi, con i colori della primavera. Buona vita!
Tivemos na pessoa da proprietária do apartamento, Sra. Anna Maria, toda a orientação que precisávamos para conhecer Catania e cidades próximas. Ela foi incansável nesta ajuda.
Obrigado por tudo,Anna!~
Fontana F.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
È stato bello conoscervi. Il mio piacere è conoscere nuovi amici nel mondo e voi siete eccezionali. Alla prossima e Buona vita
Apartment is very cozy, clean and has everything we needed, including iron, coffee and washing machine! This things made us really happy! Good localisation. The owner is very helpful, Anna stayed in touch with me for long time before we arrived. Gave me lots of useful information and answered all my questions! Lovely person!
Katarzyna M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you! It was a pleasure to have hosted you. Until next time
Verified
10/10 Excellent
chiara p.
5 June 2019
Catania 2019
Una bellissima casetta… posizione ideale per tutto… per visitare chiese, andare a cena o solo andare a fare shopping! Anna Maria meravigliosa! Disponibile in tutto, simpatica e solare… io mi sono trovata stra bene!!! Voto 5 stelle.
chiara p.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Grazie, è stato un vero piacere averti come ospite
Alla prossima, se vorrai
Verified
8/10 Good
Gordana G.
17 October 2018
Very secure and quiet in very good location
Ann Maria is very good in replying to all quieries promptly. We appreciated all her suggestions for visiting and also for Mt Etna excursion. Property has comfortable bed and is very pretty decorated. It is in a good location on a hill side that gives a very nice panorama of the part of the city. We felt very safe and had good restful nights. We would recommend Anna Maria as a good hostess.
Gordana G.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
For me it is a pleasure to make known my city, expecially to welcome guest like you. Thank you
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stéphanie M.
31 August 2018
Très agréable séjour en plein cœur du quartier historique
Encore merci à Anna Maria pour son accueil chaleureux. Attentive et disponible, nous avons beaucoup apprécié les "arancino" en guise de cadeau de bienvenue.
L'appartement est conforme aux photos. Coquet, propre, avec une literie confortable. Climatisé.
Les produits de base du quotidien sont fournis, que ce soit pour l'hygiène comme pour l'alimentaire (café, thé, sucre...). Nous aurions par contre apprécié une cafetière italienne plus grande.
Nous nous sommes vraiment sentis comme chez nous.
Appartement donnant sur une cour intérieure et relativement calme. Cependant, si vous avez le sommeil léger, peut-être prévoir des boules quiès car nous entendions parfois les voisins du dessus.
Si nous retournons à Catane, nous reviendrons sans hésiter chez Anna Maria.
Stéphanie M.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Ce sera un plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Je vais fournir pour la cafetière :) :)
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wilma N.
31 May 2018
We loved every minute of it we had 2 weeks and the owner Anna Maria was fantastic.
Ideal for a couple. Very central to everything, restaurants everywhere and nice food. We ate in so many different ones. We would usually do breakfast at the apartment but if you need to it is possible to cook anything you want Anna Marie has it all very well equipped. If you are on a budget then the markets in Catania are tremendous you can buy all the fresh food you need. The choice is fantastic,fruit and veg meat fish it's all there everyday. We like the sea and the beach and for 1 euro each way the local bus it has the letter D on the front takes you to La Playa a beautiful sandy beach about 3 kilometres from town we did this a lot.We were there the last 2 weeks in May and the weather starts to get really warm then. It is also the best time to go if you want it reasonably quiet. Personally I would avoid July and August. We just used public transport, bus and a train station perfect for any place you might want to visit. We thought about hiring a car but decided not to the drivers in Catania are something else. We watched in amazement at the apparent lack of order on the roads and anything goes. But overall it's 5 stars for us and we will be back
Wilma N.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you dear Wilma, happy that you and your husband John enjoyed Catania. You have been exceptional guests and would honor me, see you again next time. See you soon
About the host
Hosted by anna maria latessa
Why they chose this property
The apartment is perfect for the couple who want to visit Catania in its beautiful baroque style,know and appreciated all over the world