Elephant'S Smile B&B Catania Exterior photo

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About the Hotel

Piazza Dei Martiri 8, Catania, 95131

Very good

7.6

/10

“The location is fantastic, just a short walk to the train station!”view full review

Located 2.8 km from Orto Botanico dell'Universita di Catania, which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, the comfortable Elephant'S Smile B&B Catania offers a barber shop. Featuring 4 rooms with views of the city, this 4-star bed & breakfast is in proximity to Arancini tasting.

Location

The hotel is 19 minutes' walk from Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena and about a 5-minute walk from VI Aprile-Sangiuliano bus stop. Malavoglia Fountain is not far from the Elephant'S Smile B&B, while Fontanarossa airport is 5 km from it.

The best historical sights to visit here include the 13th-century castle "Castello Ursino", situated a mere 1.6 km from this accommodation.

The hotel is just moments from Porto tube station, providing easy access to all the Catania's attractions.

Rooms

Elephant'S Smile B&B offers rooms with a dining area featuring ironing equipment and air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom. Offering a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are fitted with hairdryers and towels.

Eat & Drink

Ristorante Ginza offers a selection of Asian delicacies and lies just a few steps from the property.

Select your room type

Elephant'S Smile B&B offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room Balcony
2 persons
380 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Standard Triple Room Sea View
2 persons
410 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Deluxe Triple Room
2 persons
410 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Spacious and Clean

“I stayed in a Standard Triple Room with Sea View, and it was quite spacious and immaculately clean. The room had a comfortable atmosphere, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.” read full review

Powerful Shower

“The bathroom in my Beautiful Double Room with Balcony featured a powerful shower that provided a refreshing experience. It was just what I needed after a long day of sightseeing.” read full review

Comfortable Beds

“The beds in my room were incredibly comfortable, making it easy for me to get a good night's sleep. The bedding was fresh and cozy, contributing to a restful experience.” read full review

Self-Service Delight

“The shared kitchen had an amazing variety of items available at no extra charge, including fresh fruits, pastries, coffee, and tea. It was such a delight to help myself whenever I wanted!” read full review

Facilities: Very good

7.7/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Barber shop
Electric vehicle charging station
Key access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen

Media

Flat-screen TV

Elephant'S Smile B&B Location

Piazza Dei Martiri 8, Catania, 95131

Map view

City landmarks

Castle

Castello Ursino

5200 ft

Landmark

Malavoglia Fountain

3700 ft

Landmark

Anfiteatro Romano

3700 ft

Square

Stesicoro

3700 ft

Landmark

Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena

5200 ft

Landmark

Via Etnea

1.2 mi

Museum

Civic Museum of Catania

5200 ft

Event hall

Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center

1.3 mi

Landmark

Roman Theatre of Catania

5200 ft

Museum

Terme Achilliane

2400 ft

Square

Piazza Carlo Alberto market

3700 ft

Event hall

Palazzo del Toscano

3700 ft

Landmark

Pozzo di Gammazita

3200 ft

Landmark

Porta Garibaldi

1.3 mi

Landmark

Amphitheatre of Catania

3700 ft

Landmark

Giovanni Verga's House Museum

5200 ft

Nearby

Opera House

Teatro Massimo Bellini

1900 ft

Via VI aprile Stazione Centrale di Catania

Fountain of Proserpina

1300 ft

Restaurants

Le Tre Farine

400 ft

Via Giuseppe Terranova 23

Ballon - Winebar & Ristopizza

700 ft

Piazza Pietro Lupo 1,2

Paranza

1000 ft

Via Salvatore Cali' 11

I Santi Pizza & More

1100 ft

Piazza Angelo Maiorana 15/16

Trattoria Il Maestrale

900 ft

Via Monsignore Ventimiglia 12

Antico Cortile

1000 ft

Via Monsignore Ventimiglia 15

Novecento Art and Food

1300 ft

Via Monsignore Ventimiglia 41

Steak House

1100 ft

Via Porta di Ferro 8

Getting around

City Centre
Catania 10 min · 2700 ft
Airports
Fontanarossa (CTA) 9 min · 3.7 mi
Comiso (CIY) 137 min · 56.7 mi
Train
Stazione Catania Centrale 9 min · 2300 ft
Stazione Catania Porto Acquicella 9 min · 2300 ft
Underground
Porto 4 min · 1000 ft
Giovanni XXIII 8 min · 2000 ft