Title: The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37617754&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino Historic Catania City Centre offers a genuine home base with express check-in services that make travelers feel immediately welcomed and settled ## Photo gallery for The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino ![Exterior - The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37620000/37617800/37617754/eb1925dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets - The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37620000/37617800/37617754/9e923bd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37620000/37617800/37617754/6a43efa8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37620000/37617800/37617754/76809919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37620000/37617800/37617754/ddd60e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find a welcoming retreat at The House of Friendship Hostel in central Catania. Near Castello Ursino, it combines convenience with character. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCatania-Hotels-The-House-Of-Friendship-Hostel-La-Casa-DellAmicizia-Castello-Ursino.h37617754.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCatania-Hotels-The-House-Of-Friendship-Hostel-La-Casa-DellAmicizia-Castello-Ursino.h37617754.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Catania City Centre, a neighbourhood in Catania, is home to The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Agricola Gambino and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. [Visit our Catania travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania.dx924) [View more Guest houses in Catania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catania-Guest-Houses.d924-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.49811%2C15.08359&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=f4QKvoNL03R4cgDeHG9RltgPVek=) Via Reitano 10, Catania, CT, 95121 ### What's nearby - ![Ursino Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075316/aae8fb07-5936-403f-bc53-a33ac7c260a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ursino Castle 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Catania Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075320/094c3976-07dd-4d6a-8dbf-737e5ba5f898.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Catania Cathedral 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Cathedral Square which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075324/0e7843a7-b302-4f83-861f-2d28979a6a77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza del Duomo 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Catania Fish Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279792/2e488548-ef7f-48a4-a343-6a733d1386a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Catania Fish Market 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Cathedral Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075338/fba23cc3-094b-42a1-98c4-1962f28860cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Elephant Fountain 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Catania Acquicella Station 16 min walk - Porto Station 16 min walk - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Camelot 2 min walk - Barnaut 5 min walk - A Putia dell'Ostello 6 min walk - PLANTE Lab 6 min walk - Bar Mazzini 6 min walk ## About this property ### The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino Guest house near Piazza del Duomo Close to Catania Cathedral and Catania Port, The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in fee: EUR 5.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: EUR 5.00 (subject to availability) - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: EUR 5 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino? ### What time is check-in at The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino? ### What time is check-out at The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino? ### Where is The House of Friendship Hostel - La Casa dell'Amicizia - Castello Ursino located? ## Have a question? 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