Apartment

Galatea, downtown with sea view

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Property grounds
Living area
Interior
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Catania, Sicilia
  • Via Etnea
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Catania Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Balcony Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Galatea, downtown with sea view

In the city center, 8 minutes walk from the beach and the bathing establishments.
In an elegant shopping area. Few step away from the historical center, at 15 minutes walking distance. In front of the subway and very close to the bus and train stations.
It is possible to find car parking around the building, but there is also a private parking attached to the building and the price is 10 euro per day (50 per week)

Apartment has been renovated in 2016, spacious and bright. In an area of the city center where traffic is not so heavy. All furnitures are new and rooms are big. Equipped with all the comforts, internet wifi, modern kitchen, microwave, washing machine.
It is at forth floor in a building with elevator.
Please note that the second bathroom was originally a laundry room, so it is accessible from a bedroom balcony.

Additional Services (not included in the price):
Transfer to and from the airport.
Guided tours: Etna, Syracuse, Noto, Taormina, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, sea tour by boat tour at attractive prices.

Property manager

Pierluigi
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Need to comply with separate waste disposal city rules Electricity included is 100 kWh per week. Exceeding will cost 0,35 euro/kWh.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Catania

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, a neighbourhood in Catania. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Etnaland and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Map
Catania, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Catania Port - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Piazza Stesicoro - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Via Etnea - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Galatea Station - 2 min walk
  • Catania Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Princess - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zo Centro Culture Contemporanee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Europa - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Cantinaccia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Punto - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Galatea, downtown with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Galatea, downtown with sea view located?

Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943, Catania Port and Via Etnea. Spiaggia San Giovanni Licuti Rocce and Ionian Sea are also within 15 minutes. Galatea Station is only a 2-minute walk and Italia Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Decent Stay
We had a decent stay in this apartment. It's spacious and well-equipped with a nice view from the balcony. Having a washing machine in the apartment was an added bonus. It's close to the Metro, several bus stops, and a train station which made getting around the city (and even visiting other cities for the day) very easy. The host was extremely friendly and accommodating, even offering the option for early check-in. He also gave us recommendations for places to eat and shop in the neighborhood as well as advice on how to reach the place in the most efficient and cost-effective way. However, the apartment itself is older and not well-maintained. There was a sewage smell in the bathrooms resulting from the recent rains. There were also insects in the kitchen. We stayed in January and only two of the rooms have heating. It was not comfortable to spend time in the living room because it was too cold. Because it is on a main thoroughfare, it was also loud with car and motorcycle noise all night. There was construction going on in the building, too. It started first thing each morning and continued all-day with hammering, sawing, and other related noise. There's not a lot happening in the neighborhood at night, so if you are looking for more nightlife maybe choose a place closer to the city center.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like being at home
Very large apartment and all the comforts of home. Close to metro and grocery stores. The big outdoor market is about a 15 to 20 minute walk. We did walk to and from the historical area, but better to take the metro. We are seniors in our mid seventies. Our 50 year old son joined us. We did a tour to Mount Etna, the hike on the mountain was wonderful. We also cooked most meals at home, the kitchen was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nazarii

Liked: Amenities
Excellent, well-equiped place and very hospitable host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lise & Rory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MT. ETNA
For our plan to visit the Mt. Etna area Catania was the ideal starting point. Our apartment was perfect for our needs, close to airport, train, and bus. It was spacious, well equipped, and our co-host was so helpful. Thank you Giuseppe!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marguerite N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Goed maar gedateerd
Wel goed. Het appartement was zeer minimaal ingericht met hele oude meubels. Dat was een beetje jammer. Wel goede bedden. Op één slaapkamer was geen airco. Dat was afzien. En was wel een verrijdbare ven. Maar dat was niet voldoende
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catania getaway
Giuseppe was extremely helpful and accommodating. The apartment is in a great location. It’s very well equipped. It has been updated but maintains its original charm. We loved it. Stayed for 5 nights. One drawback is, it is noisy at night. For the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ron Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good value
The apartment is very clean and spacious. Well equipped kitchen. Washing machine works great. Bathroom is dated and the shower is small. Bedrooms are large and beds are comfortable. AC works well. Location is good. Many restaurants in 5-10 minutes by foot. Trains and bus stations are about 15 minutes by foot. Some street noise at night. But, a pretty good value overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Raq V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances de printemps
On a très bien mangé. Les villages aux alentours sont magnifiques. Le volcan est splendide et les gens sont très sympathiques.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Typical Italian Apartment
Can’t say enough about Giuseppe and his wife. They were very helpful and always available to answer any questions we had. The apartment was a little dated but very clean and comfortable. We had a car and found a parking space in the street every day. A good spot to tour from. MT Etna, Syracuse, Taormina were all about an hour away and easy to visit. Even spent a day at the beach which was 15 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

July K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
This was our first time out of the US and we were very happy with our stay in Catania. The sites were beautiful and we had a wonderful time
Stayed 15 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
The hosts couldn’t have been better. The place was beautiful and centrally located. There were markets, stores, cafes and food trucks on either end of the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Francesco F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catania break
Very good overall 15 min walk to main station Good bus service to airport
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Logement très agréable et confortable, très propre, bien équipé, une très bonne communication avec l'hébergeur. Idéalement situé, très belle vue sur la mer. Petit point à améliorer: la douche qui n’est pas toujours facile à régler, et peut être du double vitrage au niveau des vitres car on entend beaucoup les bruits de la ville. Parfait pour une semaine pour découvrir Catane et ses alentours, avec des enfants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour parfait
Pierluigi nous a accueillis très gentiment et efficacement. L'appartement est propre, spacieux, bien situé et bien équipé. Merci Pierluigi :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent stay
What a good place to stay in Catania! Spacious and clean appartment. A really friendly and helpful host. We enjoyed the sun on the terraces. I would highly reccomend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tutto perfetto!
La casa era pulitissima e molto grande, la posizione è ottima e tutto sommato tranquilla nonostante sia in zona centrale. Molti supermercati e negozi di alimentari vicini, in 10 minuti a piedi si arriva alla Stazione Centrale.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lage, viel Platz!
Der Aufenthalt in dieser Unterkunft war sehr schön. Die Lage ist super! Alles ist so wie auf den Bildern zu sehen. Vorallem morgens das frühstücken auf einer der drei Balkone war traumhaft. Das einzige Manko ist, das es nachts sehr laut ist, da die Unterkunft in direkter Umgebung einer Hauptstraße ist. Aber das kann man mit Ohrstöpsel beheben! Besonders hervorzuheben ist der nette und unkomplizierte Kontakt zu Guiseppe. Sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Haben uns wohl gefühlt
Es ist immer die Frage, was man erwartet. Wir wollten Platz, Nähe zum Bahnhof, fußläufig zur Innenstadt untergebracht sein. Diese Ansprüche waren aller erfüllt. Wir hatten super Kontakt zum Vermieter, mussten auf Grund von Familienproblemen später anreisen, alles kein Problem. Hatten einen entspannten Aufenthalt.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kitty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and big appartment on a very good location
The appartment is located near restaurants, supermarket and metro, the walk to the city center is about 15 minutes and a beautifull sandy beach is 10 minutes by car. Very nice welcome by Guiseppe, who speeks good English. Arriverderci e Grazie!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Italy 70th Birthday Celebration
We enjoyed the comfortable 3 bedroom apartment. It was well located to visiting sites on the eastern side of Sicily. We used it as a hub and hosted a few family dinners. Private parking around the corner was the best place for us to park our rental. We also enjoyed the three balconies. Deffinitely a urban vibe but just right for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un très bon sejour
'Vous avons passé un très bon séjour. Nous avons tout fait en transport en commun. L'appartement est à 12 min de la gare centrale. On y trouve beaucoup de bus aussi. Le logement est proche des commerces. Il faut compter 30min à pied pour aller à la place du Duomo et à la gare de bus qui permet d'aller à la plage de sable blanc (il est possible de marcher moins mais il faut prévoir un changement de bus). Il y a sinon à 15 min à pied un accès à la mer via des pontons sur des plages de sable noir et rochers. Nous avons passé 10 très bonnes journées avec une excursion à l'Etna (attention un seul bus aller retour par jour), à Taormina (aller en bus retour en train sans souci) et Aci Trezza où vous aurez la possibilité de faire du pédalo et du kayak (aller retour en bus sans souci). L'accueil était très sympathique par les gérants et ils sont vraiment au petit soin au moindre souci.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Wohnung und Danke Giuseppe
Die Wohnung ist mit viel Liebe eingerichtet. Von den beiden Balkonen zur Vorderseite hat man einen schönen Ausblick auf das Mittelmeer. Supermarkt und viele Restaurants sind in wenigen Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Vielen Dank nochmal an Giuseppe für die perfekten Transfers sowie die ausführlichen Informationen zu Catania! Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabio B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ottima esperienza
L'appartamento è ampio, pulito, ben posizionato. Chi si occupa dell'appartamento è preciso, gentile ed attento ad ogni esigenza dell'ospite. Ottima esperienza, lo raccomando senza alcun dubbio.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pierluigi

Host profile image
Support tourism in Sicily is my goal.
I like to help tourists and practice the languages that i can speak

Why they chose this property

In town but where car traffic is still reasonable

What makes this property unique

Excellent view, comfortable sunlight exposure in winter and summer

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests