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URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5300 sq m

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catania, sicilia
  • Popular LocationCatania Fish Market5 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCatania Cathedral8 min walk
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)10 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre

Prestigious contemporary penthouse in the heart of the old city, and in front of the Ursino Castle, the emblematic monument of Catania built by Frederick II of Swabia and dating back to the 13th century.

The penthouse has been renovated by the owner - who is an architect by profession - in a contemporary style, with high attention to bringing light, to the choice of materials and the decorative details. A mix of modern and traditional style with the intention to preserve the history and give a new vibrancy and a modern hint. All furniture is made bespoke designed by the owner or designed by famous international designers.
Located on the second floor of a building dating back to 1900, this apartment consists of two levels. The first level is wrapped around the roof garden and overlooks the medieval castle. An open space with a large living area, a lounge with a sofa and armchairs, an entertainment system (projector + surround sound system) and a dining area for six people. At the same level, there is an open entrance area, with direct views to the terrace and the castle, a large kitchen and a amazingly decorated bathroom. The "garden" is equipped with a teak table and benches / chairs that provide the ideal setting for dinners and for relaxing moments while sipping a glass of wine or reading a book in the hammock.
At the second level, there is space for two double bedrooms (both with en-suite bathroom) , a studio room with a sofa bed, laundry, a corner with a dedicated desk and a roof terrace.

The penthouse is a concentrate of technology: fibre optic connections, electric skylight windows, high performant a/c and heating units controllable remotely, home theatre with surround system. The house is all insulated (walls and roof), has double glazing in all windows, and the EPC rate is A2.
Easy parking is available on the street for free. Please ask for more details.

We provide all the linen necessary for your stay (sheets and towels) sterilized and industrially washed. Cleaning of the premises is carried out using disinfectant products.

If you are interested in Sicilian gastronomy and want to live a "supper club" experience we can organize a dinner for you with special recipes from the Sicilian tradition and prepared at home. For more information contact us.

The building is restored, beautifully located and guarantees great tranquillity and privacy. The privileged position of the structure within the historic center of Catania, near the main attractions of the city, makes your stay comfortable, elegant, convenient; an ideal base from which to explore the south / eastern side of Sicily. Even without a car (the bus station is a 5 minute walk) you can visit Syracuse, Ragusa, Noto, Marzamemi, Vendicari nature reserve, Piazza Armerina, Pantalica, Taormina, Agrigento, Messina and Acireale and Palermo directly.

The apartment is within walking distance of almost all the main tourist attractions of Catania, including the Roman amphitheatre, the Achille baths, Roman thermal baths, the Benedictine monastery (the second largest in Europe at the time of construction ), Piazza Duomo (the main square) and the Cathedral; not to mention the famous fish market (La Pescheria, 3 minutes) and fresh food, Via Etnea, the Bellini Park, Via Crociferi (symbol of the baroque in the world), the Amenano river (which flows under the city and re-emerges in some points), the well of Gammazita (setting of ancient legends), Teatro Bellini (opera house with exceptional acoustics) and much more.

All the area offers a good selection of restaurants, bars, cocktail bars, wine bar and more.

A short ride on public transport (or by car) will take you in a few minutes to a sandy beach (south) or a rocky volcanic beach (north).
Etna can be reached in about 40 minutes by car or bus (departure from the central bus station).

The lease is provided under the Law 431/98.
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Property manager

Max

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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
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

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 information in the booking confirmation

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About the neighborhood

Catania

This apartment is located in Catania City Centre, a neighborhood in Catania. Via Etnea is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Traveling with kids? Consider Etnaland and Butterfly House.

What's nearby

  • Ursino Castle - 4 min walk
  • Catania Fish Market - 5 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk
  • Catania Port - 7 min walk
  • Catania Cathedral - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Porto Station - 13 min walk
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 17 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BarnAut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Giglio Rosso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Borgo di Federico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ma SRL - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Mazzini - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre located?

Located in Catania City Centre, this family-friendly Catania apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Giovanni Verga's House Museum and Piazza del Duomo. Via Etnea and Catania Port are also within 10 minutes. Porto Station is 13 minutes by foot and Catania Acquicella Station is 17 minutes.

URG - Luxury penthouse in Catania Unesco centre Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sightseeing in Catania
Choose apartment for location and access to restaurants and attractions. Had owner take us for a city tour and make dinner. Was quite happy with the tour and excellent dinner. Would recommend staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent apartment in a great location
An ideal apartment for two couples to explore Catania. The location, across from Castello Orsini, which can be seen from the balcony, is a short walk from the fish market and all the major sites. Beautifully appointed and very well maintained. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ciaran W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay in a beautiful apartment
Our family of five had a great stay in Max's beautiful apartment. Communication ahead of the stay and during it was great, and although not able to meet us himself, Max's friend let us in and got us acquainted with the apartment when we arrived. It has everything you could need, and was extremely clean, as well as being in a great location. I thouroughly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Post covid
Absolutely fabulous apartment, clean, well equipped and fantastic location, would definitely recommend a stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Brennan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best neighborhood. Real life Catania I'm october
Perfect location. Outdoor patios lovely - used them daily. View of Castillo and action in the square. Walking distance to most favorable locales. Be prepared to add to your daily steps as climb up to flat is 56 steps and steps within apartment but not a problem for us. Food is not as good as anticipated so ask for recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

deb w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Great location. Terrific manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Perfect location and magnificent apartment.
We had the best time staying here as 2 couples for four nights. Everything you need is in the apartment, with all kinds of wonderful modern touches. The view is AMAZING from any of the terraces. There are markets, shops, and restaurants very close by. You won't need to walk far for anything... if you ever want to leave the apartment that is. I was so sad to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Hope R., Sacramento

Lovely large apartment in the heart of the historic part of Catania
This was one beautiful apartment near all of the historic sites and within walking distance of everything with many good restaurants including the one just downstairs. The coffee bar across the street was also in the perfect location and by the 3rd day we didn't have to say "Cafe Americana to Take Away". We were 4 people so that everyone could have their own ensuite bathroom as well as a good sized bed. More people would not have the privacy that we did. However, here are some things to consider: Parking can be iffy. We mostly found a free spot on our street, but all of a sudden one day they were hauling away cars. Lucky for us we happened to be downstairs when that happened and could find another spot. Be aware that the police speak NO English. Some evenings there is very LOUD music until after midnight. Never could figure out where it was coming from. That happened 3 of the 5 nights we were there. Since there is no elevator and the apartment is on the top floor, be aware that you will be walking up lots of steps to get to your door. Not a huge problem unless you have heavy suitcases like we did and are all over 60! Finally, the apartment while well stocked with plates, glasses and cookware did not have extra things like toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent or tissues. The coffee maker needed single cup inserts which we couldn't find so therefore the coffee bar across the street was a necessity. These items were not easy to find at stores in small quantities for staying just a few days. None of the above should be looked upon as a negative for staying there, just be aware of some of the issues we faced. May not matter to others. BTW, the furniture and art is beautiful. Don't recommend staying there with small children especially since the inside stairs has no railing or protection from falling off.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Charles M., Punta Gorda

Great Apartment In A Wonderful Location !!
The listing and the photo's were accurate and a huge help in preparing for this trip to Catania. Max the owner, was more than helpful through our many e-mail exchanges. The apartment was well appointed, far exceeding our expectations. Free wifi was a huge bonus. Location near the various attractions , restaurants, and sightseeing possibilities was perfect. We felt safe in the area and walked to most places we choose to go. The Restaurant Da Antonio right outside the apartment was fabulous and we ate there several times. Many other good ones near by. The only draw back to the apartment is it's up on the upper floors of the building, so if flights of stairs presents an issue caution is advised. We had no problem negotiating them at all, a good workout. Max also provided us with the name of a tour guide for the trips that involved a distance. Vincenzo was an amazing driver, spoke english well and extremely knowledgeable about Sicily. We used him to go to Mt Etna, Siracusa, Noto, Ortigia and Taormina to name a few. We just can't say enough about this wonderful experience . A highly recommended place to vacation and an extremely comfortable apartment to spend the 8 days we were there.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2016

2/10 Terrible

Gavin S.

Stay away from it
The appartment is beautiful, big, modern and fully equipped. The terraces are the best part with amazing vistas over the Etna, perfect for evening dinner or sunbathing where nobody around can see you. But that is the only positive thing about the house. The owner, showed inmediately his reluctance to rent it out, and gave us a general feeling of mistrust. We were happy to abide with the rules that were set, and we used the house with all the respect we would use ours but that didn't stop him from keeping almost all our deposit claiming for damage that was not our fault. Floor tiles that were already broken when we arrived, garden chairs that broke as soon as we sat down (and we are pretty slim and fit people), pot plants magically broken that we never even touched... We reported some of the aforementioned problems as soon as we saw them barely two hours after we got in the house, to avoid future issues, but that didn't change anything, and the owner showed no shame on blaming us for them. On the other hand the house run out of gas on saturday morning, so we could not cook or have a hot shower till monday afternoon, something that still did not stop the owner from taking most of our deposit. In conclusion, it could have been perfect, but it wasn't, we felt lied to and we felt like horrible guests. Don't rent this house unless you are ready to part with your deposit to help the owner keep it as beautiful as it is.