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Galatea, downtown with sea view

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A balcony with a table set for tea, a kettle, and glasses of red drink.
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, stainless steel sink, and wooden cabinets.
A bedroom with a patterned bedspread, a rolled towel on a bedside table, and a pillow with a leaf pattern.
A room with a table, a candle holder, and a window with sheer curtains.
A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden rocking chair, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to La Fiera Market
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony or patio
  • Self-parking available
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Catania, Sicilia
  • Place, Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Port
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Etnea
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Balcony Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Galatea, downtown with sea view

In the city center, 8 minutes walk from the beach and the bathing establishments.
In an elegant shopping area. Few step away from the historical center, at 15 minutes walking distance. In front of the subway and very close to the bus and train stations.
It is possible to find car parking around the building, but there is also a private parking attached to the building and the price is 20 euro per day (with possible discount for weekly parking)

Apartment has been renovated in 2016, spacious and bright. In an area of the city center where traffic is not so heavy. All furnitures are new and rooms are big. Equipped with all the comforts, internet wifi, modern kitchen, microwave, washing machine.
It is at forth floor in a building with elevator.
Please note that the second bathroom was originally a laundry room, so it is accessible from a bedroom balcony.

Additional Services (not included in the price):
Transfer to and from the airport.
Guided tours: Etna, Syracuse, Noto, Taormina, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, sea tour by boat tour at attractive prices.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Need to comply with separate waste disposal city rules Electricity included is 100 kWh per week. Exceeding will cost 0,35 euro/kWh.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT087015B4PTP7BBZI
Property # 8911140
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
On-site 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 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 on the beach, this apartment is in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, a neighbourhood in Catania. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Palace of Culture and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Catania, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Catania Port - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Via Etnea - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Piazza Stesicoro - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Galatea Station - 2 min walk
  • Catania Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Princess - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪L'Evoluzione Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panineria Piero Burger / Cristaldi Dal 1983 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafè Tabbacco - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Pasubio - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Galatea, downtown with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galatea, downtown with sea view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Galatea, downtown with sea view located?

Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943, Catania Port and Via Etnea. Ionian Sea and Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. Galatea Station is only a 2-minute walk and Italia Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to metro (and rest of the city)...lively neighbourhood... missing eating establishments...
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were met by a host who showed us around the property and gave us information about the area like parking etc. Very helpful and friendly. Property has 3 good size rooms each with a king bed. 1 room has a bathroom off its balcony, otherwise there is a shared bathroom inside. The shower was a little on the small size but otherwise everything was great. Very much like a home away from home. There is a small flight of steps before the elevator and it is on the 4th floor. 2 of the bedrooms have their own ac wall unit. Parking around area is limited for free but there are paid options nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Excellent, well-equiped place and very hospitable host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay

The hosts couldn’t have been better. The place was beautiful and centrally located. There were markets, stores, cafes and food trucks on either end of the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

This was our first time out of the US and we were very happy with our stay in Catania. The sites were beautiful and we had a wonderful time
Stayed 15 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

excellent stay

What a good place to stay in Catania! Spacious and clean appartment. A really friendly and helpful host. We enjoyed the sun on the terraces. I would highly reccomend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Catania

Giuseppe was very helpful in the check in, reviewing the apartment and giving us some directions for things to see and do
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Catania break

Very good overall 15 min walk to main station Good bus service to airport
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MT. ETNA

For our plan to visit the Mt. Etna area Catania was the ideal starting point. Our apartment was perfect for our needs, close to airport, train, and bus. It was spacious, well equipped, and our co-host was so helpful. Thank you Giuseppe!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Last fortnight in April.

Spacious, somewhat old apartment and needing a modicum of TLC. Traffic noise irksome at times. Superb weather. Good value for money.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and big apartment

Apartment is really big and clean. Host is very helpfull and kind. To the nearest black beach is about 8 minutes walk, to city centre 20 minutes walk. But close to apartment is metro station :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Catania getaway

Giuseppe was extremely helpful and accommodating. The apartment is in a great location. It’s very well equipped. It has been updated but maintains its original charm. We loved it. Stayed for 5 nights. One drawback is, it is noisy at night. For the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Typical Italian Apartment

Can’t say enough about Giuseppe and his wife. They were very helpful and always available to answer any questions we had. The apartment was a little dated but very clean and comfortable. We had a car and found a parking space in the street every day. A good spot to tour from. MT Etna, Syracuse, Taormina were all about an hour away and easy to visit. Even spent a day at the beach which was 15 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like being at home

Very large apartment and all the comforts of home. Close to metro and grocery stores. The big outdoor market is about a 15 to 20 minute walk. We did walk to and from the historical area, but better to take the metro. We are seniors in our mid seventies. Our 50 year old son joined us. We did a tour to Mount Etna, the hike on the mountain was wonderful. We also cooked most meals at home, the kitchen was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good value

The apartment is very clean and spacious. Well equipped kitchen. Washing machine works great. Bathroom is dated and the shower is small. Bedrooms are large and beds are comfortable. AC works well. Location is good. Many restaurants in 5-10 minutes by foot. Trains and bus stations are about 15 minutes by foot. Some street noise at night. But, a pretty good value overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The hosts were cordial and very attentive. The unit is lacking. It is old and charming but not at all as described. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 of the three had air conditioning- with some manipulation and a fan, the third bedroom cooled down. There is no air conditioning in the main area of the unit, living room and kitchen. Could not leave ac on to coolUnit completely bc there is a weekly limit of 100kw and a charge for more usage. The shower has barely any water pressure- very difficult to rinse hair. The area is not one I would choose to vacation in again. We used it as a central hub to then visit other areas of eastern Sicily. It would be more of an area I chose to stay if I had relatives near by and wanted to live with the locals. I grew up in a well kept Italian neighborhood in the Bronx.This was more like the areas I was told to stay away from, lots of graffiti, and trash on the streets.I guess it all depends on what you are looking for… this was not as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Hello Patricia. I am sorry if you find this area of Catania as a place to stay away from (as you defined it). Piazza Europa and Piazza Galatea are probably the more elegant and well served area of the city. You were probably not ready to visit this town which has is own style and charm despite some defect which are part of our culture. We are lucky that so many people in the world visit the city and come back home with a great feeling and culture enrichment. I hope that you will be able to visit again this town in a different moment of your life with different eyes
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would say that for two men in their 60s traveling on a lark, this apartment provided very near access to Catania's historic district and the surrounding coastal cities such as Taormina and Syracusa. We even managed a successful day trip to the Valley of the Temples. It met our requirement of separate bedrooms and separate bathrooms. And we did manage to find street parking nearby every night. But be aware, the ocean view is only from the front balcony and you will never sit out there because the street is loud. The second bathroom is off of the bedroom balcony so basically you have to go outside to get to it. The bathroom itself is quite old and the shower stall is tiny and missing a panel so that the floor gets wet. A mop is provided for that. It was fine for me but I doubt my wife would've liked it had she been along.And the apartment building is old and in need of some repairs. The elevator went out for a day or two.This is not some brand new, fancy shiny location. It is old Catania and and has a patina and graffiti everywhere on the streets. The shoreline nearby is fairly industrial but on our last day we found that if we walked 15 minutes to the north there was a nice restaurant area with ocean views. Highly recommend that area for walking distance dining in the evening. The apartment was well stocked. There was coffee, an espresso maker, sugar, even a bottle of vodka 3/4 full. And some bottledwater was provided for our arrival. It was a successful stay for us
View from inner balcony. Where the second bathroom is off of.
Same.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Decent Stay

We had a decent stay in this apartment. It's spacious and well-equipped with a nice view from the balcony. Having a washing machine in the apartment was an added bonus. It's close to the Metro, several bus stops, and a train station which made getting around the city (and even visiting other cities for the day) very easy. The host was extremely friendly and accommodating, even offering the option for early check-in. He also gave us recommendations for places to eat and shop in the neighborhood as well as advice on how to reach the place in the most efficient and cost-effective way. However, the apartment itself is older and not well-maintained. There was a sewage smell in the bathrooms resulting from the recent rains. There were also insects in the kitchen. We stayed in January and only two of the rooms have heating. It was not comfortable to spend time in the living room because it was too cold. Because it is on a main thoroughfare, it was also loud with car and motorcycle noise all night. There was construction going on in the building, too. It started first thing each morning and continued all-day with hammering, sawing, and other related noise. There's not a lot happening in the neighborhood at night, so if you are looking for more nightlife maybe choose a place closer to the city center.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointing, hygiene really poor did impact on holiday.

Such a disappointment as the apartment could be sufficent as it is a good size & convenient location.Very little could improve the apartment , it has great potential. We didnot mind the old furniture as it was characterful but put it along with grubby bedlinen and towels , dirty shower etc it just felt awful.On arrival the owner was really pleasent and helpful and because of this we didnot really checked the premises until he left.( silly decision ) We accepted that the air conditioning was for 2 bedrooms only although this was not clear on booking.Kitchen sufficent but lots of chipped crockery etc the biggest issue was the bathroom .The shower trims & grouting were absolutely black & dirty, no water pressure from shower head a trickle of water. Handbasin stained as well and floor tiles chipped in places. The towels were worn & discoloured , i resorted to buying new towels as couldnt use them.Bedroom linen while washed there was residue of stains . Again bought sheets . These all need replaced.Cleaning fee was 66 well they need to change the cleaning provider, paintwork on doors flithy too and stains easily removed with deteregent but i take umbarge at having to clean at this level on a holiday break.
Shower
Shower trim
Wash hand basin
Bathroom loose door handle
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient to walk around the city from this apartment AND also easy to drive in and out of Catania from this area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiváló elhelyezkedés , szuper lakás és a házigazda nagyon kedves és segítőkész ! Köszönjük szépen ! Cataniában újra ide térnénk vissza !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Goed maar gedateerd

Wel goed. Het appartement was zeer minimaal ingericht met hele oude meubels. Dat was een beetje jammer. Wel goede bedden. Op één slaapkamer was geen airco. Dat was afzien. En was wel een verrijdbare ven. Maar dat was niet voldoende
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacances de printemps

On a très bien mangé. Les villages aux alentours sont magnifiques. Le volcan est splendide et les gens sont très sympathiques.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Logement très agréable et confortable, très propre, bien équipé, une très bonne communication avec l'hébergeur. Idéalement situé, très belle vue sur la mer. Petit point à améliorer: la douche qui n’est pas toujours facile à régler, et peut être du double vitrage au niveau des vitres car on entend beaucoup les bruits de la ville. Parfait pour une semaine pour découvrir Catane et ses alentours, avec des enfants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour parfait

Pierluigi nous a accueillis très gentiment et efficacement. L'appartement est propre, spacieux, bien situé et bien équipé. Merci Pierluigi :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Pierluigi

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Support tourism in Sicily is my goal.
I like to help tourists and practice the languages that i can speak

Why they chose this property

In town but where car traffic is still reasonable

What makes this property unique

Excellent view, comfortable sunlight exposure in winter and summer

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish
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