"The owner is very friendly, and generally it is very highly recommended."
Christos Jordan from Italy
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"The main lounge area was absolutely beautiful and so were the ceilings of our rooms."
Angela from Australia
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"We enjoyed going to the corner cafe and picking out a Cornetto to go with our coffee."
Peter from United States
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"Great location, air conditioned room, and there's a water filter in the apartment."
Alisa from United Kingdom
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Historic bed and breakfast with 18th-century frescoes and a vintage lift in Catania center
Rooms
Each guestroom at Antica Dimora Caruso features air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bidet. Some rooms offer balconies, sofa beds, and work desks. The ceilings in the common areas and some rooms display original 18th-century frescoes, adding historic charm.
Location
The bed and breakfast sits within a 4-minute walk of Catania Piazza Duomo. Ursino Castle is 400 meters away, and the Roman Theatre of Catania is 500 meters from the property. Guests can explore these cultural highlights on foot, with complimentary bicycles available for hire.
Dining
Breakfast is served through a voucher at a nearby café, where guests choose from Italian pastries, granita, and brioche. The property also offers breakfast in the room and has a coffee house on site with a snack bar. Fruits and a multi-cuisine breakfast spread are available upon request.
Amenities
A vintage wood-paneled lift with red velvet seating transports guests to the upper floors. The shared lounge contains reading material and sofas for relaxation. Other facilities include a tour desk, luggage storage, car hire, and a paid airport shuttle service.
Experiences
The hotel organizes walking tours, bike tours, and local culture classes for guests. These activities provide direct interaction with Catania's heritage. The tour desk can arrange visits to Ursino Castle, Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga, and the Roman Theatre.
Highlights
Location: 400 meters from Ursino Castle and 4-minute walk to Piazza Duomo
Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with frescoed ceilings and private bathroom with bidet
Dining: Multi-cuisine breakfast via café voucher or in-room service