Apartment

Lava stone structure in the center

Photo gallery for Lava stone structure in the center

A room with a stone wall, a table with a yellow bowl, a staircase with a metal railing, and a view of a stone building.
A stainless steel kitchen sink with a dish rack, a faucet, and a marble backsplash.
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with white linens, and a yellow pillow.
A stone-walled room with a yellow chair, a table with a bowl, and a door.
A courtyard with a bench, two tables, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Piazza del Duomo
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

View in a map
Catania, Città metropolitana di Catania
  • Place, Ursino Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Etnea
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Port
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Lava stone structure in the center

Antico Basolato House is housed in a historic lava-stone apartment. The property is conveniently located in the centre of Catania, 4 km from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, the nearest airport. The apartment was renovated in 2021 and features accommodation with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and includes 2 bedrooms (1 single bed and 1 queen-size bed), a shared living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator and a coffee maker, and one bathroom with a bidet and a shower.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Room
I 3 Principi, Garibaldi Apartment, Cathedral view
Catania City Centre
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
I 3 Principi, Garibaldi Apartment, Cathedral view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT087015C24X7F9KPB
Property # 11276432
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Catania

Located in Catania, this apartment is in the city centre. 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.
View more Apartments in CataniaOpens in a new window
Map
Catania, Città metropolitana di Catania

What's nearby

  • Ursino Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Via Etnea - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Catania Port - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Giuffrida Station - 5 min drive
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 11 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Cape - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Da Zia Tanina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carlito's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Del Plebiscito - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lava stone structure in the center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lava stone structure in the center?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lava stone structure in the center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lava stone structure in the center located?

Located in Old Town Catania, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Porta Garibaldi and Piazza del Duomo. Via Etnea and Catania Port are also within 1 mile (2 km). Porto Station is 24 minutes by foot and Catania Acquicella Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

It was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully clean, with an attentive and pleasant host. Good situation on a typicalCatania street, easy to walk to the centre and the markets.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully designed 2 bedroom apartment with eating and sitting area as part of the kitchen. Well appointed. The market is close, plenty of cafes for coffee and pastries. All round it was a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful apartment

Beautiful apartment, but a little sketchy of the neighborhood itself. However, we had everything we needed for our short stay, it was clean, and it was a wonderful host.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Catania Home

Overall this was the ideal place being close enough to most venues. Nice homey atmosphere and room enough for four persons. Host was thorough and made the stay easy. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you very much, it was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walk everywhere!!!

We found easy parking and walked everything. Catania is alive at night and thus Gorgeous apartment puts you a less than a km away from nightlife and day sightseeing. Loved everything about this apartment simply well done and stunning. Check-in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fill the Catania spirit

A well-designed and well-equiped place brings to fill the Catania spirit and helps to enjoy of your stay. You can find there everything that you need. Definitely I recommend the flat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you very much, it was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A long weekend in Catania

We could not fault the property - it was just as described in the listing - it was perfect for just the two of us, but 4 people might struggle. The immediate area is a little ‘shabby’ but only a short walk to via Garibaldi, which is a long straight street to Piazza del Duomo. Good bus services to explore the surrounding area, we visited Taormina and Siracusa / Ortigia.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you very much, it was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Orlando Manai

Nice apartment, poor neighborhood limited public transportation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Catania stay Nov 2024

the biggest concern it the location - even it is located relatively close (15 min) from Cathedral, the area is not that clean and nothing around. We stayed just one night so it was ok but I would not recommend staying there longer. The place is very small, the first bedroom does not have a door and the second bedroom you need to climb up with the ladder
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you very much, we are very happy that you liked our apartment.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeder zeit wieder
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super Unterkunft

Einzigartige Unterkunft. Sehr tolles Ambiente mit den Steinen. Sauber und gut ausgestattet. Mit dem Einchecken hat alles super geklappt. Ansprechpartner auch wenn keinen echten Kontakt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Vielen Dank, wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen unsere Wohnung gefallen hat.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

For a Short stay - Perfect

Das Apartment war sauber und hatte eine gute Ausstattung. Die Küche war voll eingerichtet. Der obere Teil der Wohnung war sehr warm. Diese Wärme konnte selbst der extra dafür vorgesehene Ventilator nicht ausreichend senken. Allerdings war die Schlüsselübergabe super leicht und unkompliziert. Genauso wie er Kontakt zum Host bei Problemen oder Fragen. Dieser war freundlich, zuvorkommend und gut erreichbar. Alles in einem ein schöner Aufenthalt in der Wohnung. Die Lage ist nahe der Innenstadt, allerdings die Gegend um die Wohnung nicht zu vornehm. Für einen Zwischenstopp ist die Wohnung und besonders die Stadt geeignet, für einen längeren Aufenthalt würde ich eine andere Stadt empfehlen, da uns Catania nicht besonders zugesagt hat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Vielen Dank, es war mir eine Freude, Sie bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen. Es tut mir leid, dass Ihnen Catania nicht gefallen hat
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Antico Basolato House

Host profile image

Languages:

English, Italian
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback