4-star hotel in Catania's historic center with rooftop terrace
Location & History
Il Principe Hotel Catania sits on the Alessi Steps between Via Etnea and Via Crociferi, surrounded by baroque architecture in the UNESCO-listed historic center. The hotel's name reflects a historic connection to a regional prince, and guests can walk to Piazza Duomo, the Roman Theatre, and Ursino Castle within minutes. A rooftop terrace offers views over the city and Mount Etna, while the in-house American piano bar provides evening entertainment.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Il Principe Hotel Catania have high ceilings, parquet flooring, and marble bathrooms with Jacuzzis. Customizable luxury options allow guests to select specific room amenities, and all rooms include satellite TV and private bathrooms. Soundproof rooms and allergy-free room options are available, while 24-hour room service and express check-in/check-out add convenience.
Dining & Entertainment
A continental buffet breakfast with traditional Sicilian offerings is served daily in the dining room, with breakfast in the room also available. The on-site American piano bar offers a unique entertainment experience, and a coffee house serves snacks and wine or champagne throughout the day. Guests can also request fruits and use the snack bar for light meals.
Business & Services
A business center with meeting and banquet facilities caters to corporate travelers, and complimentary concierge services assist with personalized travel planning. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk offer tour desk assistance, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out. The hotel provides car hire and shuttle service, plus laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing for guest convenience.
Rooftop Terrace & Additional Amenities
The rooftop terrace offers a relaxation area with sun terrace and city views, and the hotel also has a sauna for guests. Family rooms and babysitting or child services are available, and pets are allowed on request. Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and emergency cord in bathroom meet the needs of guests with disabilities.
Highlights
Location: On the Alessi Steps between Via Etnea and Via Crociferi
Rooms: Marble bathrooms with Jacuzzis and parquet flooring
Dining: American piano bar and traditional Sicilian breakfast
Wellness: Rooftop terrace and sauna
Business: Business center with meeting and banquet facilities
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Il Principe Hotel Catania offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Triple Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Double or Twin Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities:
Very good
7.4/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Paid shuttle service
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Il Principe Hotel Catania Location
Via Alessi 24,
Catania,
Italy,
95124,
Sicily
Map view
Via Alessi 24,
Catania,
Italy,
95124,
Sicily
City landmarks
Landmark
Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena
2300 ft
Landmark
Porta Garibaldi
4500 ft
Landmark
Via Etnea
1.4
mi
Square
Piazza Carlo Alberto market
2700 ft
Landmark
Malavoglia Fountain
1.1
mi
Museum
Civic Museum of Catania
2900 ft
Nearby
Square
Piazza Duomo
1100 ft
Square
Piazza universita
700 ft
Church
Cathedral of Sant'Agata
1400 ft
Palace
Palazzo Biscari
2000 ft
Castle
Castello Ursino
500 ft
Fountain
Fontana dell'Elefante
1100 ft
Church
Basilica Collegiata
300 ft
Piazza Stesicoro Ingresso gratuito
Anfiteatro Romano
1700 ft
Square
Stesicoro
1700 ft
266 Via Vittorio Emanuele II
Roman Theatre of Catania
1000 ft
Opera House
Bellini Theater
1800 ft
Via Sant'Anna 8
Giovanni Verga's House Museum
1300 ft
Via dei Crociferi 95124
Via Crociferi
600 ft
Museum
Terme Achilliane
900 ft
Castello Ursino
Pozzo di Gammazita
1300 ft
95100 Catania
Palazzo degli Elefanti
1100 ft
Airport
Piscaria
1200 ft
Via Vittorio Emanuele II 266
Parco Archeologico Greco Romano di Catania
1000 ft
Via Vittorio Emanuele II 182
Church of the Badia di Sant'Agata
1100 ft
Church
Church of San Francesco Borgia
300 ft
Art object
Monument to Vincenzo Bellini
1400 ft
Historic Site
Archaeological Complex Terme della Rotonda
900 ft
Fountain
Fontana dell'Amenano
1100 ft
Event hall
Palazzo Platamone
1900 ft
Restaurants
Bell Antonio
200 ft
Piazzetta Sebastiano Addamo 3 Ex Via Bicocca
Al Cortile Alessi
100 ft
Via Alessi 28/36 Via crociferi
Ristorante Antica Sicilia
500 ft
Via Roccaforte 15/17 Traversa Piazza Universita
Ristorante Royal Ceres
400 ft
Via San Giuseppe Al Duomo 19
Buatta
700 ft
42 Via Crociferi
Buio
400 ft
Via Bicocca 18/20
Antica Dolceria dell'Etna
600 ft
Piazza Giacomo Matteotti 7
Flumen
500 ft
Piazza San Francesco d'Assisi 15
Ristorante I Crociferi
600 ft
Piazza San Francesco d'Assisi 14
Krusca
500 ft
Via La Piana
Getting around
City Centre
Catania4 min
·
1000 ft
Airports
Fontanarossa (CTA)11 min
·
4.2
mi
Comiso (CIY)136 min
·
56.1
mi
Train
Stazione Catania Centrale18 min
·
5000 ft
Stazione Catania Porto Acquicella18 min
·
5000 ft
Underground
Stesicoro6 min
·
1700 ft
Porto11 min
·
3000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:30-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at EUR 15 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Il Principe Catania serves a full breakfast for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
80
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Il Principe Hotel Catania from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 417 verified reviews
7.3/10
Very good
69%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.8/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Comfort
7.6/10
Facilities
7.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
7.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 889 reviews
7.5/10
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