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The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A kitchen with pasta jars on the counter, a sink, and a window with a view of the outside.
A modern staircase with a metal railing and a light fixture at the top.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a shower area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area set for four with white chairs and a table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Set in the city center, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests. It features 2 bathrooms and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy beach access near the ocean. Explore nearby attractions like Spiaggia San Giovanni Licuti Rocce and the Port of San Giovanni.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Lungomare di Ognina
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Catania, Sicily
  • Place, Port of San Giovanni
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungomare di Ognina
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea

The house of the Moors is located in a strategic position, a stone's throw from the new metro station "named Metro" and 5 minutes walk from Piazza Europa. The central location will allow you to reach the famous beach of the old fishing village of San Giovanni Li Cuti in just a few minutes through a characteristic ancient road used by carters. This enchanting coastline is famous for its volcanic sand, the characteristic rocky and sandy beach and for the delicious fish restaurants that are located close to the beach.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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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

Important information

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Property Registration Number IT087015c2gtgtguxc
Property # 10356576
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Catania

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, a neighbourhood in Catania. While the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Catania Port. Palace of Culture and Butterfly House are also worth visiting.
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Catania, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Port of San Giovanni - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lungomare di Ognina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Via Etnea - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Catania Port - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Galatea Station - 11 min walk
  • Catania Ognina Station - 19 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cutilisci - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stark's Cafè - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taiyo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pepe Nero - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Moca - Monfalcone Cafè by Santocchini - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mori's House, a house in the center close to the sea located?

Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Port of San Giovanni. Lungomare di Ognina and Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943 are also within 1 mile (2 km). Galatea Station is 11 minutes by foot and Italia Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at The Mori’s House. The owners were friendly and gave excellent information to ensure we had a wonderful stay. The property is well taken care of and very well equipped. It had everything we needed! It is within short walking distance to transportation to get into the city centre, with easy grocery store access.Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing!! Host was prompt and professionally. Rooftop terrace, OMG, wonderful! Great walkable, close to metro, restaurants, waterfront, city bus transportation!! Very clean and welcoming. Beds were firm, but very comfortable, and linens, smelled great!!! Air conditioning was a true plus, for American tourists!!! Laura was the perfect host!! Grazie, Grazie for a beautiful stay in your apartment!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice clean apartment

Pleasure to stay in the apartment, nice terrace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely place in Catania

We enjoyed our stay in The Mori’s House. It’s a quiet and privat appartment near the local beach where some nice restaurants can be found. The city is very busy and it’s difficult to find some space to park your car, but nevertheless it was a lovely holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Mori’s House — modern comforts in a hidden side street

This is an elegantly appointed and comfortable apartment, near the water and within easy reach of all amenities. We enjoyed morning coffee and evening drinks on the rooftop patio. Laura gave us all the information we needed for a successful stay and was easy to contact.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable

We loved our stay in Catania. Laura is a wonderful host and even helped us with our misunderstanding of the garbage and recycling. The place was very clean and the terrace on the rooftop was so nice to sit at and decompress from a busy day of tourism. Laura is great! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice, Clean Property with Good Management

The Mori House is nicely remodeled, and very clean! It is a five minute walk to Catania Picanello train station, and three minute walk to a small grocery store and Tris Bar, which offers all snacks/meals. It is a forty minute walk into the historic center of Catania. The neighborhood is old and a bit run down, but safe. The property manager is excellent, providing quick and helpful responses to all communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Sicilian experience on the edge of Catania

The hosts, Laura & Andrea were very accomodating, welcoming & helpful. We had a great stay, and better than expected with easy walking access to the sea (Miami beach lounge), local shops, cafés (Trisbar 1966 & Magri highly recommended), & woodfired take-away Pizzaria 100 yards away on Via Messina. It's a short 15 minute taxi ride to Catania City. If you like a traditional rustic fish restaurant try Nitto in Ognina (10mins Taxi) very popular with the locals (don't be put off by the plastic cups, plates & cutlery)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Catania.

Since this was our first time in Sicily we wanted to focus on a region, rather than cover the entire island. We were able to travel to Etna, Taormina, and Siracusa easily from this location. The apartment was comfortable for 4 adults. One word of caution. If you’re not comfortable with climbing stairs this place may not be for you. The property description, and host attentiveness were spot on.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2023
It was a pleasure to host Dave and his group. They have been great guests! They are highly recommended! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My best friend and I stayed at Mori’s House for a week in Sicily, and it truly felt like a private oasis in Catania. Perfectly located near the beach, restaurants, and shops, the property blends modern amenities with the historic charm of the building. The air conditioning was excellent during the August heat, and the three-story unit was spotless and unique, with two large bedrooms and views of the ocean and a nearby church.I loved the upstairs bathroom with its volcanic rock shower and chose that room, though the downstairs suite—with its 15-foot ceilings and chandelier—was stunning. Each morning we enjoyed coffee on the rooftop patio overlooking Mount Etna, complete with a grill and plants for a relaxing setting.Laura is an incredible host who provided the most professional check-in I’ve had in over 10 years of rentals. She sent a detailed video, gave excellent recommendations, and responded quickly whenever we reached out.The location is ideal: just a 5-minute walk from a lido Laura recommended, close to other beaches, with a grocery store a block away and antique shops and cafés even closer. By the end of our stay, we truly felt like locals and were sad to leave. I would recommend Mori’s House and Laura without hesitation—she made our Italian dreams a reality, and we can’t wait to return!
This was my favourite bathroom. It's very clean and modern but the rustic elements were incredible
Lower level bedroom with its own balcony and pull out couch
We loved the kitchen that came with all we needed to cook any meal we didn't eat out. Laura has a moka pot and a Lavazza coffee machine
Little details really set this place apart. Even the entrance is gorgeous!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ottima soluzione per soggiorni di media e durata. L'appartamento è dotato di ogni comfort: lavatrice, lavastoviglie, forno, aria condizionata e griglia barbecue in terrazza. L'appartamento si sviluppa su due piani (tre se si conta la mansarda, dove c'è la zona lavanderia e il terrazzino), con una camera da letto e un bagno per ogni piano. Il centro storico di Catania dista circa 8-10 minuti con l'auto. Nei pressi dell'appartamento troverete comunque diversi posti dove mangiare e supermercati. Grazie a Laura per averci ospitato
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erster Sock ohne Auftug auch in der Wohnung zwischen Schlafräume sind Stiegen, also Achtung mit schweren Koffern. Das ist der einzige Nachteil, sonst ist wirklich alles perfekt und sehr liebe freundliche Vermieterin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable place. Parking is a problem, have to find a spot on the very crowed street and pay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement très propre bien situé pour visiter Catane et les environs
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely stylish modern apartment. Great terrace and bbq
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Struttura recentemente ammodernata, posizione strategica..

Tutto bene, nella norma.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super appartement, spacieux et bien situé pour un séjour diversifié centre historique, Etna, etc

Aucun problème Hôte attentionnée Propriété spacieuse et agréable sur deux niveaux avec une terrasse sur le toit
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

About the host

Hosted by Laura Caterina Contrafatto

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