Located in Old Town Catania's heart, 5 Balconi serves local cuisine for breakfast to fuel exploration. Travelers appreciate in-room WiFi, luggage storage, tour booking assistance, and dry cleaning services to keep wardrobes fresh.
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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
City view
15 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Old Town Catania, a neighborhood in Catania, 5 Balconi is in the entertainment district and near the airport. While the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Catania Port.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Angelo Massimino Stadium or PalaCatania. Visit our Catania travel guide
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
Elevator
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Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private or shared bathroom
Shower
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning
Free daily newspapers
Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT087015C1XEHJWCSO
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
5 balconi B&B Catania
5 balconi B&B
5 balconi Catania
5 balconi Catania
5 balconi Bed & breakfast
5 balconi Bed & breakfast Catania
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 Balconi pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Balconi?
As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Balconi on 30 March 2026 start from AED 233, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at 5 Balconi?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at 5 Balconi?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is 5 Balconi located?
Located in Old Town Catania, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Ursino Castle, Piazza del Duomo, and Via Etnea. Catania Port and Catania Cathedral are also within 15 minutes. Porto Station is 13 minutes by foot and Catania Acquicella Station is 17 minutes.
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Reviews
5 Balconi Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rom med fint utgangspunkt for å spasere i sentrum av Catania. Utrolig hyggelig vertskap som brukte langt mer tid til å prate med oss og gi informasjon enn hva vi kunne forvente. Eksepsjonell god frokost til selvvalgt tid og med selvvalgt innhold. Mye for pengene og et spesielt hyggelig vertskap.
We had a truly wonderful experience staying at 5 Balconi.The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore and enjoy the area.
The host was super friendly and incredibly helpful, going above and beyond to make sure we had a fantastic holiday. They even created daily plans and recommended places to visit, which made our trip so much easier and more enjoyable. It really felt like they made it their mission to ensure we had the best time possible.
Another highlight was the wonderful breakfast served each morning – fresh, delicious, and the perfect way to start the day.
We couldn’t have asked for a better stay and would definitely return. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing, well-organized, and memorable holiday!
Bnacer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cosmo
16 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay near city center
Rob cordially welcomed us to B&B 5 Balconies even though we arrived late at night. We stayed in a very nice room, but shared two bathrooms with the other three rooms, which was not a problem because they were well equipped and tidy.
The B&B provides an excellent breakfast with local bread and fresh fruit and the owners make sure to provide a pastry to your preferences. They also gave us some very nice recommendations for food and drinks around Catania.
We can look back on an excellent four night stay and definitely recommend this bed and breakfast, which we found offers a fantastic quality for the price.
Fint B&B, ligger tæt på spisesteder og centrum. Den lokale busstation er 5 min. væk og der er gåafstand til det meste. Værten er super sød og giver dig et kort over byen og viser hvor de forskellige seværdigheder er. Han er utrolig hjælpsom og deler gerne ud af hans viden om de forskellige steder/byer der skal opleves og hvordan man nemmest kommer frem og hvor der er godt at spise m.m. Internettet virkede upåklageligt og man får frisk morgenmad hver dag, lige efter hvad man kunne ønske sig. Fri adgang til koldt vand, kaffe, te og frugt. Husk ørepropper, da der er en del støj fra vejen.
Catania er simpelthen en fantastisk by.
Truly great! Best B&B during our two week long journey through Sicily. The host is welcoming, hospitable and warm, the place is beautifully decorated and uniquely furnished, location is convenient and the breakfast dots the i. Also, we got all this for an affordable price. Rather than just saying «10/10, would recommend», we have also booked it again!
Ägarna väldigt trevliga och gör mycket för att gästen ska trivas. Men tyvärr ganska stökigt och smutsigt i allmänna rum. Det var kackerlackor på rummet. Samt ingen information om att det är delade badrum??
Absolutely incredible stay!
Everything about Cinco Balconi was amazing. The apartment was spotless, beautifully maintained, and the bed was one of the most comfortable we’ve ever slept in. The breakfasts were absolutely incredible—fresh, delicious, and a perfect way to start the day. But what truly made the difference was the host, Rob. He went above and beyond to help us—even with things that had nothing to do with the accommodation. His kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care made our trip unforgettable. We would absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting Catania.
Cristina is a super friendly and open person. We spend 1 night only but we recommend to stay longer. Catania has a lot to offer during the day and at night. Delicious breakfast and familly atmospher being decided to rate Cristinas 5 Balcony by 5 stars. Best regards Jakub and Olga.
The location was ideal, close to all important sites in Catania. Also very convenient to book tours to Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, etc and close to the airport, bus and train stations. What stood out mostly about our stay was the hospitality and kindness of the host Rob as well as a great personalized breakfast. Rob was always available and seemed genuinely happy to answer our questions on places to visit. When we arrived , he sat down with us and gave us a map of Catania with recommendations on where to eat and what to visit. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended our original 3 night stay to 4 and even returned an extra 3 nights at the end of our tour in Sicile. We highly recommend 5 Balcony.
Cristina è una padrona di casa eccellente, come la sua colazione ed i suoi preziosi consigli. La camera era molto pulita, magari troppo rumorosa (è proprio su via Plebiscito, trafficata 24h).
Rob was a fantastic host, great communication before arrival, friendly, greeted with cafe latte, gave map of area and recs for places to visit nearby, accommodates for gf dietary needs and early breakfast before departure, arranged for airport car service, area is gritty but safe and a few mins walk from bus and to central sites. Highly recommend!
Vi havde en fantastisk oplevelse med Rob som vært, han var hele vejen igennem hjælpsom, og gav os alt den viden vi skulle bruge igennem vores ophold. Vi kunne selv vælge hvad vi ville have til morgenmad, og hvornår. Værelserne og stedet havde en fantastisk charme! Vi kunne sagtens komme igen hvis vi skulle ende i Catania igen.
Great location excellent hospitality the hosts Cristina&Rob are very nice and helpful to everyone, they served generous and delicious breakfast in the morning. The location is easy walking distance to the historical site nice restaurants are about 5 minutes walks, highly recommended, George & Norma
Rob and Christina are brilliant. Rob is a great chap. Affable, considered and considering with a generous heart and stupendous taste in music. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the good, the bad and the rip off in the vicinity; straying from his wisdom is inadvisable. He and Christina have anecdotes aplenty, and Christina in full flow is a sight to behold - a sister cat - her eyes glow. We had an extended stay, so, we had a good look at Rob and Christina's operation and found fault difficult to locate. Everything was cool (It is hot in Catania), clean and up to spec. The rooms are well decorated and appointed with curious photographs of bygone Sicilian times. The eponymous balconies afford a view to the bustling street of car horns, gesticulating arms and convenience store blues. You can sit on the balcony and watch a version of reality unfold and be perfectly content it authentic. The place has a beguiling antiquity, its peeling facades sun brushed in decaying charm, marbled palaces inside, though litter on the streets is problematic and needs addressing. Five Balconi is well located, a short walk from a castle and a fistful of Trattoria. Listen to Rob/Christina, we ventured beyond their advice once and came a cropper. Just think Rob/Christina know best and your holiday will be much improved. I dropped Rob's name at 'Da Antonio' and miraculously got a table without a reservation.
We loved Catania and we loved our stay at 5 Balconi with Rob and Christina.