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Featuring free WiFi access, Elephant's Smile B&B is located in Catania. A typical Italian breakfast is offered daily either in the shared kitchen or at a bar nearby. With a balcony, the air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV and a work desk. Each has a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can taste local specialities and typical Italian dishes at the cafes and restaurants in the immediate surroundings. The property can also organise excursions to Etna and other areas of Catania on request. A’ Piscaria Fish Market and Catania Cathedral are within a 10-minute walk of the Elephant's Smile. Catania Harbour is 700 metres away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Catania, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Italian, Buffet


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Emőke
    Romania Romania
    The owner Matteo helped us whenever needed, rent a car info, restaurant recommendation. It was really easy to enter in the building, even if he was not there when we arrived, he opened all the doors. This B&B is really near to the old center, bus...
  • Simone
    Malta Malta
    Perfect location, very helpful and kind host. The towels were very soft and clean. The place felt very secure within an apartment complex. Dog friendly. Appreciated the English Breakfast Tea!! Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
  • Violetta
    Hungary Hungary
    Excellent location, walking distance from Catania Centrale railway station (which is 20 mins from the airport by bus, 1 hr train ride from Taormina). The historical centre is also about a 10 min walk away. The owner is kind, helpful and flexible,...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Elephant's Smile B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Toaster
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Russian

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Elephant's Smile B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:30 to 18:30

Check-out

From 08:30 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Elephant's Smile B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 19087015C230745

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Elephant's Smile B&B

  • The prices at Elephant's Smile B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Elephant's Smile B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Italian
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Elephant's Smile B&B include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • Elephant's Smile B&B is 850 yards from the centre of Catania. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Elephant's Smile B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental

  • The nearest beach is just 450 yards from Elephant's Smile B&B. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Elephant's Smile B&B is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:30.