Title: Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114310000/114308700/114308633/e0dc986e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114310000/114308700/114308633/bc7d1550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114310000/114308700/114308633/e1ce2603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114310000/114308700/114308633/3b349062.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114310000/114308700/114308633/73f8966d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port, Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center provides a water park, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center Staying in this holiday home in the heart of Catania means immersing yourself fully in the culture, colors, and scents of Sicily. Every detail has been carefully curated to offer not just a comfortable stay, but a rich, engaging, and sensory experience—where you’ll feel like part of the city, not just a visitor. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed into an intimate and elegant space, where understated decor meets the authenticity of the historic surroundings. Natural materials, warm colors, traditional Sicilian touches, and beautiful lighting create a sense of harmony and balance that invites you to relax and feel at ease. Every room is designed with well-being in mind—from the peaceful, spacious bedroom with its cozy bed, to the bright living area perfect for reading, dining, or unwinding with a movie. The real highlight, however, is the location. Just steps away, the city of Catania unfolds in all its Mediterranean beauty—vibrant, authentic, and full of passion. From the energetic fish market in the morning to the golden glow of Baroque buildings at sunset, each moment offers new discoveries. And you’re right in the middle of it all, free to choose between relaxation and adventure, culture and cuisine. Wandering the nearby streets, you’ll come across charming retro cafés, independent art galleries, and bakeries that fill the air with the scent of fresh bread and brioche each morning. Just a short walk away is the Cathedral of Sant’Agata, a powerful symbol of local devotion, or you might climb to the top of the Badia di Sant’Agata to enjoy a panoramic view of the city rooftops and majestic Mount Etna in the distance. Every corner tells a story, every stone holds a memory—and as our guest, you become part of it. Your days here will be punctuated by small pleasures: breakfast on the terrace with the scent of citrus in the air, lunch made with fresh local ingredients in your private kitchen, and the warm Sicilian sun lighting up every room. This is more than just a place to sleep—it’s a sanctuary where you can recharge, slow down, and feel good. And then, there’s Mount Etna. With its dramatic hikes, lunar landscapes, and vineyards at its base, it’s a natural wonder within easy reach. This apartment is the perfect base for day trips, guided excursions, and wine tours. And when you return from a day of exploring, your Sicilian home will be waiting—peaceful, welcoming, and full of warmth. You don’t have to go far for meaningful experiences. Just step out onto the balcony and watch everyday life unfold in the streets below: neighbors chatting, people returning with groceries, baristas serving espresso. This is the real Catania—lively, generous, and true. And you’ll be part of it. The apartment is ideal for all types of travelers: couples in search of romance, families with curious children, friends exploring together, or solo travelers looking for inspiration. Everyone will find something special. Everyone will take a piece of Sicily with them. Elephant and Castle is more than just a name—it’s a promise. A symbol of a place where every guest is treated with care, where every stay becomes a story. And in that story, you’re the main character. And when your stay comes to an end, you’ll leave with the feeling that you’ve lived something deeper. Something that goes beyond hospitality, beyond comfort, beyond the beauty of the city. A human connection. The feeling of truly being welcomed. The sense of having found a place that speaks your inner language. You’ll remember Catania through the colors of a sunset from the balcony, the taste of a freshly fried arancina, the smile of a stranger passing by. This home becomes the beginning of your own story—made of quiet, intense moments and simple gestures that stay with you. Choosing Elephant and Castle means choosing to travel with authenticity, care, and respect for the land and its traditions. Because travel, at its best, is an act of love—for places, for people, and for yourself. And we’re here to make every stay a little masterpiece of hospitality. We’re ready to welcome you—with discretion, kindness, and a genuine smile. And we hope you’ll want to come back. Because every stay is different. Every visit is special. Your holiday begins with a simple click. But it will live on in your heart, your memories, and the dreams you carry home with you. Welcome home. Welcome to Sicily. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Family friendly - Children's books ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Ski lift privileges - Water park - Basketball nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) ## Policies ### Check-in Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property accepts cash This property uses solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT087015C29QL4QV6C ### 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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.50023,15.079851&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:oc%7CcFah%60%7BA%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40S%40SBQ%40S%40SBSBQBSBQBSDQBSDQDQBQDSDQFQDOFQDQFQFOFQFOFQFOHOHOFOHOHOHMHOHMHMJOHMJMHKLMHMJKJKLMJKJIJKLKJILKLIJILILGLILGLILGNGLELGLGNELENELENCLENCNCLCNCNCNALANCNAN%3FNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FN%40NBN%40L%40NBNBNBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLDLFLFNDLFLFLHLFLHLFLHLHJHLJLHJJLJJHJJJLJJJJJLJLJJHLJLHNHLHLJNHLHNFNHNFNHNFNFPFNHPDNFPFPDPFNDRDPDPDPBPDPDRBPBRBPBRBRBPBR%40R%40P%40R%40R%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FPARARARARARAPARCRCPCRCRCPCRCPEPERCPEPEPEPEPGPEPGPGPENIPGNGPGNINGNINGNINILKNILILINKLILKJKLKLKJKJKJKJKJMJKJMHMHKJMHMFMHMHMFMFMHMDOFMFMDMFODMDODMBODOBMBOBOBOBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMAOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOCMEOEMEOGMEMGMGOEMIMGMGMIMGMIKIMKMIKIMKKKKKKKMKKKKKIMMMIKKMIMKOIMIMIOIMIOIOGOIOIOGOGQGOGQGOGQEQGQEQGQEQEQCQEQESCQEQCSCQCSCSCQASASCQASASASAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v23rLulXpoPBFFZvQJdOlVq1aNo=) Catania, Città metropolitana di Catania #### What's nearby - Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Catania Fish Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Catania Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Catania Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Catania Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles #### Getting around - Porto Station - 12 min walk - Catania Acquicella Station - 18 min walk - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lettera 82 - ‬2 min walk - ‪Barnaut - ‬1 min walk - ‪Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Plante Lab - ‬2 min walk - ‪A putia dell'Ostello - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center located? > Located in Catania City Centre, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Piazza Mazzini, Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea. Terme dell'Indirizzo and Via Crociferi are just steps away. Porto Station is 12 minutes by foot and Catania Acquicella Station is 18 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elephant and Castle: Relax, Style and Comfort in Catania City Center Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.