Via Plebiscito 133, 95121 Catania, Italy
#74 of 596 B&Bs and Inns in Catania
Guests' ChoiceBased on 124 B&B reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 September 2021
Lenka
Czech RepublicFantastic bnb very clean, nice size of room great location for somebody who wanna get the "Sicilian feel" very good breakfast Cristina and Rob are great, made us feel very welcome and had great recommendations of local restaurants, trips and everything else Centro, market, taxi or bus near
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 3 September 2021
Naomihh
NetherlandsWe had a great time at Rob and Christine's. Great hospitality and the house has a nice ambiance. Breakfast was nice, they even arranged an early breakfast for us as we went to visit the etna. Highly recommended :)
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 31 August 2021
Tuğba
TurkeyBreakfast, location, hospitality 👍👍👏👏
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 29 August 2021
Ania
PolandThe best aspect of 5 Balconi are the hosts. They made ourselves at home by their hospitality and the urge to help. They gave us a big chunk of advice on the interesting places around but also on the public transport. The breakfasts were always delicious and fresh, but most importantly they were a great opportunity for a pleasant discussion. We recommend the place to everybody.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 27 August 2021
Amanda
United StatesI only wish we could have stayed longer! Looking forward to our next visit to Catania.
Everything was truly wonderful! Fantastic hosts that go above and beyond. Room was quiet, comfy, and clean. Would absolutely stay here again. Having both a fan and a/c in the room was really appreciated. We were able to store our luggage the next day as we weren't flying out until late at night.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 3 August 2021
Aliki
GreeceThe location was perfect , Rob and Christine were very friendly and helpful !!! It was all worth it !! Thank you so much for the hospitality!!!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 1 August 2021
Paweł
Poland5 Balconi is the best B&B I’ve been. Christina & Rob - the owners, are great and extraordinarly helpful people. They take care of guest - my Fiance is vegan and she got special vegan option for breakfast. They create a really special and kind atmosphere of this place. Every piece of forniture has its soul and make guests feel like they are at home. The interior design is warm, and pleasing, with some Sicilian symbols. It is also extra clean and because of air conditioning we could feel comfortible in our room despite heat outside. We definitely recommend this place, and in case of visiting Catania next time, we will surely chose it for staying again.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 1 August 2021
Izak
Bulgarianone
Great Hosts, kind and helpful!
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 27 July 2021
Anna
GermanyNothing! Especially for the price, it was a lot better than my expectations!
Extremely nice hosts, the breakfast was amazing with bio Müsli etc. There was even free wine (and water) in the fridge. The rooms where awesome, liked the furniture and interior a lot! Rob was super friendly and pleasent, we had nice talks. Highly recommend it! Side fact: It was the first b&b in Catania :)
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 2 July 2021
Rodrigo
GermanyNothing
Everything was perfect. Thank you Cristina and Rob for everything, and if we come back to Catania we're certainly going to stay there
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 22 June 2021
Stefan
GermanyReally cosy, relaxed, clean, great location. Hope to be back soon !
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 14 April 2023
Tomáš
SlovakiaComing closer to the address, you might be surprised. The inner ward including the part of the street might look a bit scary. On top, it´s very rush street, going around city center, number of cars, scooters are enormous and it´s not that much better during the night. If you are used to sleep under these conditions, no issues. If you prefer silent places, this could be the challenge.
Rob is English gentleman with very kind approach. I was positively surprised about Rob, all explained in detail, fantastic recommendations for Catania, even its surrounding, what to do, where, how to reach destinations. He prepared nice breakfast. Even the last morning, when we needed to leave at 6 a.m., was breakfast prepared. There is free parking downside in front of the accommodation. You could be confronted by local “guardians” asking 2EUR for taking care about your car. No need do accept it .)
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 18 March 2023
Spas
BulgariaThe stay was quite unpleasant.
There was no breakfast and no parking.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2021
Jaromír
Czech Republicvery noisy from the street
near to the center
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Anonymous
Netherlandsamazing hosts running a very well decorated B&B in Catania, walking distance from the center. They gave us great recommendations around town and included a nice breakfast.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2022
Anonymous
LaosEnglish speaking staff - very helpful and kind, with everything from attractions, taxi and whatever it may be. charming and unique interior.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Shergul
PolandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Kristi
EstoniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Rosa
NetherlandsThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Mariana
MexicoThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Angela
CanadaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Sandra
LithuaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Radvan
Czech RepublicThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
David
HungaryThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
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