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Free WiFi
Free Breakfast

Ostello degli Elefanti

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8.9
Fabulous
1567 Total Reviews
Perfect Location
Superb Staff
Excellent Cleanliness

Property Description

Join us at Ostello degli Elefanti - the most beautiful and central hostel in Catania. It is located in the palace of a noble family adjacent to the most famous and prestigious squares in Catania. Meet the traditional Sicilian art , kitchen and cultures in the Old Town under the patronage of UNESCO. Catania is the perfect place to get access to everything Sicily has to offer.


No other hostel offers such easy access to Mount Etna, the port, beaches, historic markets, galleries, museums and other sights. The best nightlife in Catania - bars, restaurants and squares within a few hundred meters - from the relaxing atmosphere of bars and kiosks in front of the spectacular Ursino Castle to chic bistros and pubs on Via Gemmelaro, to cocktail bars showing live football matches in the beautiful Piazza Bellini, popular in Younger audience as well as contemporary pubs on Via Vittorio Emanuele.

The heart of the hostel is in the beautifully painted rooms of a 17th century palace. The baroque architecture and famous frescoes will amaze you, and the roof - along with one of Catania's most popular cocktail bars - offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, city and Etna - the largest and active volcano in Europe.

Our hostel offers free breakfast, WiFi, maps and lockers, a large common area for meetings socializing, balconies over Via Etnea - one of Italy's most beautiful streets - and our famous rooftop cocktail bar in the evenings.

The dormitory rooms have been designed with the thought of For your convenience, with a variety of layouts to choose from, from dormitories with eight beds - including a female only dormitory - to dormitories with three, four and six beds, and yes that two private rooms with bathroom with shower. The rooms are spacious, with plenty of space quantity natural light and are equipped with with desks, tables, chairs and cabinets. Our beds are perfect equipped with individual reading lights and curtains for privacy, and access to power to charge your phone or other devices.

Our dynamic and multi-lingual staff are here to help you experience the best of Catania.

Attention!!
Cancellation Policy: 24h prior to arrival.
In case of late cancellation or no show, you will be charged for the first night of stay.

Cancellation must be made by 10:30 on the previous day.

Check-in begins at 2 p.m.
Check out before 10:30
Our reception is open 24/7.
In case of arrival overnight, please contact us.
Payment upon arrival: we accept cash, credit and debit cards.
City taxes are included.
No curfew.
Child friendly.
No smoking - except for designated balconies and terraces.
Laundry and drying facilities are available.

Reviews & Ratings

8.9
Fabulous
1567 Total Reviews
  • Security
    9.2
  • Location
    9.7
  • Staff
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    9
  • Cleanliness
    7.9
  • Value for Money
    8.8
  • Facilities
    8.4

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Latest Reviews

9.7
Superb
May 18, 2023
Beautiful building in Catania’s downtown, in front of two beautiful squares. Comfortable rooms, clean facilities and friendly staff, free breakfast and pasta for dinner is always a good thing. 100% recommended.
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Male, 31-40
3.1
Rating
May 17, 2023
My room (205) was in their second location thus not convenient to the common areas. The 201-205 rooms w at least 3 beds per room, had 1 toilet, 1 shower for the approximate 15 people. The bathroom was not clean, very small and did not feel safe in this alternate building, 3 floors up. The main reception and community rooms are nice and large, however they too could use some regular maintenace care and cleaning. I had a 2 night reservation and left after the first day (arrived at 2a so had to stay the first
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Female, 41+
10
Superb
May 16, 2023
Always a pleasure to stay here, everything was excellent!
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Male, 25-30

Facilities

  • Free

    • Free Breakfast
    • Linen Included
    • Free City Maps
    • Free WiFi
    • Free Internet Access
  • General

    • Security Lockers
    • Key Card Access
    • Common Room
    • Bicycle Parking
    • Air Conditioning
    • Meeting Rooms
    • Adaptors
    • Book Exchange
    • Hot Showers
    • Fridge/Freezer
    • Utensils
    • Dryer
    • Cable TV
    • Outdoor Terrace
    • Reading Light
    • Jobs Board
    • Hair Dryers For Hire
    • Hair Dryers
    • Ceiling fan
    • Iron / Ironing Board
    • Safe Deposit Box
    • Microwave
    • Washing Machine
    • Towels Not Included
    • Children's Play Area
    • Flexible NRR
    • Covid-19 safe
  • Services

    • Internet access
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Bicycle Hire
    • Towels for hire
    • Luggage Storage
    • Fax Service
    • 24 Hour Reception
    • Tours/Travel Desk
    • Currency Exchange
    • ATM
    • Postal Service
    • 24 Hour Security
    • Internet café
  • Food & Drink

    • Bar
    • Vending Machines
    • Cafe
    • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Entertainment

    • Wii
    • Board Games
    • Games Room
    • Wi-Fi