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elephant's smile b&b

3.0 star property
Travelers find their perfect Italian getaway at Elephant's Smile B&B, balancing terrace relaxation with cycling adventures in Catania's historic streets.

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Located in central Catania, Elephant's Smile B&B offers a sunny terrace for unwinding and in-room WiFi to stay connected. Guests can visit the on-site hair salon or borrow bikes to explore nearby cultural landmarks like Massimo Bellini Theater and Palazzo Biscari.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
Piazza dei Martiri, 8, Catania, CT, 95100

Getting around

  • Catania Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Porto Station - 6 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 22 min drive

About this property

elephant's smile b&b

Affittacamere near Catania Port
Located close to Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater, elephant's smile b&b provides a terrace, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this affittacamere. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at elephant's smile b&b offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Rainfall showers, bidets and hairdryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 floor
  • Baroque architecture
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 17 September 2025 to 22 September 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (820 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 12:30 AM
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number IT087015C28VSSV22L

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

elephant's smile b&b Catania
elephant's smile Catania
elephant's smile b b
elephant's smile b&b Catania
elephant's smile b&b Affittacamere
elephant's smile b&b Affittacamere Catania

Frequently asked questions

Is elephant's smile b&b pet-friendly?

Yes, this affittacamere allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at elephant's smile b&b?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 6:30 PM to 12:30 AM for a fee of EUR 20.

What time is check-out at elephant's smile b&b?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Does elephant's smile b&b provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is elephant's smile b&b located?

Located in Catania City Centre, this affittacamere is within a 10-minute walk of Catania Port, Massimo Bellini Theater and Palazzo Biscari. Catania Cathedral and Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. Porto Station is 6 minutes by foot and Galatea Station is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

elephant's smile b&b Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Matteo was extremly helpful, very nice room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hassan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning and beautiful , great team
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

Disliked: Staff & service
Beware OK
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the person who locked after us (Matteo) was excellent. He respnded quickly to any request we made. Overall a very rewarding stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and reasonably priced.

A good location if you are using the trains and buses. It is also in easy walking distance of the historical centre of town. The phone number on hotels.com is incorrect. The number to call to arrange check in is 39 3291576417.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maciej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I will come back

the room in this old style Italian apartment was very large with a bathroom and balcony. Kitchen, coffee, mini breakfast available to guests. the facility is located on the square in a safe area, close to the train station, bus stop, 10 minutes from via Etna. I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dr. Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The surrounding and area are very rough and Dirty. Accomodation is central and ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dirk

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rottening bulding. Better stay out

STAY OUT! This place is full of mold. The Building is from Centuries ago. We could look the mold growing within 24hours. We where in transit and thought is no more than a short night but it stinks, its loud and amount of mold is worrisome. I did talked to another guest and he had the same mold issues.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrific Bed and Accomodations

We were greeted by Matteo who accommodated our stay. The bed was fantastic but the floor was clearly not mopped for quite sometime and was dirty. The room was large and inviting with a balcony window and a medium size bathroom. The room, however, was designed for tall people as the closet Rod and shower head could not be easily reached. The kitchen was conveniently located steps away from our room and was open all day with all amenities for a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Marketa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I did not feel good here…. I kept thinking the whole night that we could be trapped there. 1 heavy entry door with automatic lock inside. Same for the second heavy rod iron gate . If that lock malfunctioned when trying to get out? Just dark huge building with windows facing not really sure what ( another apartment). Clean, conveniently located, big enough…. Just the layout and getting in/out - I was glad when we left after one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous n’avons pas pu séjourner dans cet hébergement car nous avions réservé une chambre quadruple et l’hôte nous a attribué une chambre triple. Nous avons dû trouver un autre hôtel en urgence. Je souhaite un remboursement rapidement.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Posizione ottima necessita di manutenzione e cura.

Meno male che ci ho fatto solo una notte, tutto ebbe inizio da un cambio di struttura che forse non avrei dovuto accettare, chissà.Palazzo datato senza ascensore con portone centrale difettoso, bisognava passarci alcuni secondi/minuti prima di aprire il portone,camera poco confortevole, bagno mal deodorante causa problemi con lo scarico fognario di ritorno e impossibilità a farsi una doccia come si deve acqua dappertutto.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J. Annika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft war super. Die Lage ist klasse. Fußläufig alles wichtige erreichbar. Check-In war auch super. Meine Ankunftszeit hat sich zweimal geändert und das war gar kein Problem. Matteo war sehr hilfsbereit.

10/10 Excellent

ioseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto perfetto
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super

Bon séjour d’une nuit avant le retour… Chambre confortable, bonne literie, accueil super, on a été gâté, on pouvait se servir en boisson et petits gâteaux dans la cuisine… Aide pour nous trouver le taxi pour l’aéroport le lendemain. Je recommande.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We finished up staying at a different B&B owned by the same person. Location was questionable. Room was pleasant but the breakfast was a walk away. Felt safe in the room but outside at night is not recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Silvina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

Well located, excellent service and comfort. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil, emplacement très calme. Ce sont des chambres dans un appartement transformé. Petit déjeuner familial et copieux.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Elisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pessima esperienza, mai più

Ho prenotato perché leggendo le recensioni sembrava il top.. in realtà un flop. Camera minuscola e sporca, pulizia inesistente, area colazione piena di pacchi e cose formato famiglie totalmente non adatto ad un b&b. Soggiorniamo due notti e rientriamo in camera la sera dopo una giornata ed era solo stato fatto il letto, la carta igienica non rifornita e peli esattamente come quando ci era stata consegnata la camera. Camera piccola e caustrofobiga. La principale al check out non si è presentata all'arrivo ci aveva detto che dovevamo saldare la tassa di soggiorno per un totale di 6 euro, la ragazza delle "oulizie" inesistenti ci chiede 8 euro... Mai più! Non lo consiglio e diffidate dalle recensioni che ci sono.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Die Unterkunft hätte besser ausgeschildert sein müssen. An der grossen Holztür geht das kleine Schild unter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent B&B

Excellent B&B. Great breakfast and excellent service from the ladies who run the property. It's only 500m from the train station and approximately 10 minute walk into the main restaurant, bar, and shopping area. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Bjoern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super B&B mit Flair und topp Lage

Ein B&B mit besonderem Flair! Die Zimmergestaltung ist sehr schön und besonders. Der Besitzer ist sympathisch und zuvorkommend. Super Lage für ein Städtetripp.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Di speciale la pulizia e la cortesia della titolare.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Soohyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

훌륭한 가성비와 친절한 매니저, 안락하고 깔끔시설 위치 또한 굿~

훌륭했어요. 시설자체가 새것은 아니었지만 관리 상태 훌륭했고, 위치또한 나쁘지 않았어요. 매니져는 너무나도 친절했고, 과자와 빵 커피가 구비 되어 있어 편안하게 먹을수 있었어요. 편안함과 안락함을 느꼈어요. 다음날 공항을 가기 위해 알리버스를 타야했는데, 숙소에서 걸어서 3~5분쯤 걸리는 거리에 위치해 있어 편했어요.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018