Rapisardi Bilo, Catania, Italy

An ideal base for people who want to discover the historical city of Catania, this apartment sleeps 3 people and is close to the heart of this exciting port. On the first floor (with lift), the contemporary apartment offers a calm retreat after a day out in Catania’s vibrant streets.

The open-plan living area is stylishly furnished with a sofa, Smart TV, dining table and open-plan kitchen. Glass doors lead out onto a spacious balcony with a table and chairs where guests can relax in peace. Back indoors, the kitchen is well equipped with a cooker hob, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and a coffee machine. Cleaning materials are also provided.

Sleeping
Bedroom: The spacious master bedroom has a double bed, wardrobe and en suite bathroom.
Extra: The sofa in the living room converts into a comfortable single bed.

Bathroom
The bathroom, en suite to the master bedroom, has a large shower, basin, bidet and WC.

Additional
• Free wifi • Outside dining area • Air conditioning • Central heating • Washing machine & tumble dryer • Child friendly • Cot on request (extra charge) • Pets possible • Public parking or private parking (extra charge) - car recommended • Check in from 14:00 to 20:00 Check out by 11:00 • Cleaning €10 • Compulsory tourist tax of €2/day for guests16 years and above • Airport shuttle on request (extra charge) • Credit cards accepted - Mastercard, Visa, Bancomat

Location
In the centre of Catania, but just 15 minutes from the beach, this apartment is ideally placed to help guests get the most out of the city. For those interested in history the sites are endless. The apartment is just a 20-minute walk from the ancient Roman amphitheatre and a 30-minute walk from the Piazza del Duomo. The Duomo di Catania is a majestic Norman cathedral, and hidden behind it you will find the daily fish market for the freshest local catch, plus good vegetables, fruit and meats.

The city is well-known for its delicious food with many local restaurants serving Sicilian specialities and wonderful seafood. Unique to Catania are the “cioscu”, little kiosks all over the city serving refreshments in the hot summer months. The most famous are in the Piazza Umberto (25 minutes walk).

If you need to get out of the city for a day, the Park of Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, (1 hour 50 min drive) offers excellent hiking all year round, including hikes up to the peak of the volcano. Or head to the beach and La Playa di Catania. This long, wide sandy beach has beach clubs, snack bars, a water park for children and clean, blue sea.

Catania’s international airport is just a 20 minute drive from the apartment.