Name: Ostello degli Elefanti
Address: Via Etnea 28, 95131 Catania, Italy, Via Etnea 28, Sicily, 95131, Italy
Rating: 8.7

Ostello degli Elefanti

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Property highlights

Breakfast

Very good breakfast

Views

Balcony, City view, View, Mountain view

Kitchen facilities

Refrigerator

Family friendly

Children's playground, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Children's playground

Free WiFi

Internet services

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About this property

Located in the centre of Catania, Ostello degli Elefanti is set in a historic building. Guests can relax on the sun terrace. With free Wi-Fi access private rooms and dormitories are all decorated with original frescos. The property also offers a shared kitchen available to guests. Ostello degli Elefanti is on the Via Etnea Street, which is Catania’s shopping street. A’ Piscaria Market is within a 5-minute walk of the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Accommodation Type	Number of guests	Today's price	Your choices	How many rooms will you need for your stay? Please select here. Select beds
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed 581 feet² Balcony Mountain view Landmark view City view Air conditioning Free WiFi Shower Washing machine Toilet Linen Socket near the bed Tile/marble floor Desk Ironing facilities Iron Shared bathroom Heating Hairdryer Towels/sheets (extra fee) Wardrobe or closet Clothes rack Toilet paper Hand sanitiser	Max adults: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$30 per night Price US$91 Excluded: City tax, 10 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay online • We have 3 left	Select rooms
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom 1 bunk bed 624 feet² Balcony City view Air conditioning Free WiFi	Max adults: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$30 per night Price US$91 Excluded: City tax, 10 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay online • We have 3 left	Select rooms
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed 323 feet² Balcony Mountain view Landmark view City view Air conditioning Free WiFi	Max adults: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$31 per night Price US$94 Excluded: City tax, 10 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay online • We have 7 left	Select rooms
Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed 280 feet² Balcony City view Air conditioning Free WiFi	Max adults: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$32 per night Price US$97 Excluded: City tax, 10 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay online • We have 2 left	Select rooms
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom 1 bunk bed 280 feet² Balcony City view Air conditioning Free WiFi	Max adults: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$35 per night Price US$104 Excluded: City tax, 10 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay online	Select rooms

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Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Wang

Taiwan

“Right at the downtown next to the duomo. Th rooftop is a hidden gem of Catania. Everyone who visited the city should be here have a drink and enjoy the panorama of Etna view! The crew were amazing and showed me everything at the public area and it...”

Boutalbi

Algeria

“From the location to the building to the staff, everything is awesome. A very good breakfast ❤️ and free pasta upon all that. A good place to have fun while staying.”

Brigitte

Germany

“Excellent quality price ratio Free breakfast and free pasta is great and a good opportunity to meet other travelers”

Chan

Italy

“staying in this beautiful hostel is like being transported back into the 1880 s, gives a very surreal feeling of connectivity with the past. love the decor of the hostel, the very close proximity to the cathedral and many most happening places in...”

Marie

United Kingdom

“Everything, especially the setting and staff. The ceiling paintings are amazing.”

Calico

Canada

“Loved Sarah and the guy with the beard. Can't remember his name but they brought so much charm to the place. Incredible. I watched them set the mood for a dozen guests and it was transformational.”

Anmol

India

“Nice and central location. One of the best rooftop places to see Catania.”

Anna

Poland

“If you are going to catania, this hostel is absolutely the best. Located in the heart of old town with a bar at the rooftop (residents can get without reservation and have special prices), a lot of shared spaces that look like you are inside a...”

Hester

Italy

“Such a nice place! Very good location. Kind and friendly staff, definitely recommended!!”

Caroline

United Kingdom

“The staff were absolutely brilliant! The gentleman at check-in to beautiful ladies at breakfast. What lovely welcoming people. As a solo traveller, I felt so comfortable. The location is brilliant. I will definitely be back.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Ostello degli Elefanti takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 04:00 to 10:30

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

ATM cardCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ostello degli Elefanti 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.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 19087015B603037, IT087015B6RK3TZ735