"Great location, amazing view from the balcony, friendly staff!"
Gabriel from Romania
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"A gallery-like apartment, very beautiful and artsy."
Rolandas from Lithuania
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"The view from the third floor was wonderful."
Malcolm from Australia
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"The location is perfect, just several minutes from the central square!!!"
Tanya from Italy
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"Beautifully decolated room. Very helpful and friendly owner. Great location."
Tae from United Kingdom
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Balcone San Giuliano: 71 steps to a private terrace with city views in Catania's old town
Location
Balcone San Giuliano sits 600 meters from Catania Piazza Duomo and 6 kilometers from Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The guest house is a 6-minute walk to the Roman Theatre of Catania and a short distance to the Catania Amphitheatre and Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga. Paid airport shuttle service is available on request, with pickup and drop-off at the property.
Rooms
The property offers one Family Room with Private Bathroom, accessed via 71 stairs from the street and an additional 18 stairs to the sleeping loft. Each room includes a private balcony with city views, a work desk, a seating area, and a dining area with a table and chairs. In-room amenities include air conditioning, heating, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, kitchenware, a coffee machine, and streaming services on a flat-screen TV.
Outdoor Spaces
The hotel's standout feature is its private terrace and balcony, which guests use for evening wine or champagne, as noted in guest reviews. Outdoor dining space is available for guest enjoyment. The balcony offers a direct view over the historic old town, with many bars, restaurants, and the local market within walking distance.
Family-Friendly Offerings
The Family Room accommodates up to 3 guests with a private bathroom and a separate sleeping loft. Board games and puzzles are available for children and adults. The apartment includes a sofa bed downstairs, providing an alternative sleeping option to the loft.
Highlights
Location: 600 m from Piazza Duomo, 6 km from airport
Rooms: Private balcony with city views
Outdoor: Dining space and terrace for guest use
Amenities: Coffee machine, refrigerator, streaming TV