BELLINI HOME B&B, Catania – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Via Salvatore Tomaselli 1, Catania, 95124,
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Near the historic old town
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Loved by Bellini Home B&B guests
authentic experience
amazing baker
lovely terrace
spacious rooms
comfortable beds
"Beautiful place, 17th century, original features still in place!"
Pat M from United States
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"Loredana is an amazing baker and the cakes, pastries and cookies were amazing."
corriefan47 from Canada
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"Big spacious room, good location, comfortable bed, nice staff"
Agata from Poland
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"I liked the owner's courtesy and the room with two big windows."
Marco from Italy
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Family-run B&B in a refurbished 20th-century building, steps from Villa Bellini park
Accommodation & Amenities
Bellini Home B&B occupies the second floor of a refurbished 20th-century building, with original features such as high ceilings and tiled floors. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with hairdryers and free toiletries; some rooms include a sofa and a balcony. The property offers a shared lounge/TV area, a terrace with outdoor furniture, a communal kitchen for guest use, and a snack bar serving wine and champagne.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast features locally-sourced items including Sicilian specialties such as homemade cakes, pastries, and cookies, prepared daily by the host. Dietary options are available upon request, and breakfast can be served in the room or on the sun terrace. The B&B also operates a coffee house on site and offers a snack bar with a selection of wine and champagne.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The B&B is located 50 metres from Villa Bellini park, which offers views of Mount Etna, and within an 8-minute walk of Via Etnea, the main shopping street. Catania Cathedral and Piazza Duomo are 1 km away, while Catania Train Station is less than 2 km from the property. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is a 15-minute drive, and the host provides airport shuttle service and car hire arrangements.
Services & Hospitality
The host provides personalized check-in and direct communication via WhatsApp or phone, offering local travel tips and recommendations for sights, restaurants, and markets. The B&B offers express check-in/check-out, private check-in/check-out, lockers, and a tour desk. Security features include CCTV in common areas and outside the property, fire extinguishers, and key card access.
Activities & Experiences
Guests can join walking tours, tour or class about local culture, and rent bicycles to explore the city. Diving and snorkelling excursions are available through the hotel's arrangements. The shared terrace and lounge area provide spaces for relaxing after daily activities, with direct views of Mount Etna from the terrace.
Highlights
Location: 50 metres from Villa Bellini park, 8 min walk to Via Etnea
Breakfast: Homemade Sicilian pastries and cakes with dietary options
Hospitality: Direct WhatsApp communication with local recommendations
Amenities: Communal kitchen, sun terrace, snack bar with wine/champagne