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Papali

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Catania Beach

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A street view with buildings, a crowd, and a street lamp.
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
View from property
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring leading to a room with a bed and a window.
Minibar, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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via etnea, Catania, CT, 95124
  • Place, Via Etnea
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bellini Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Stesicoro
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room, City View | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Catania

Borgo-Sanzio stay.With a stay at this Borgo-Sanzio B&B, you'll be steps from Via Etnea and Piazza Roma. Bellini Gardens and Botanical Garden of University of Catania are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bellini Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza Stesicoro - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Catania Port - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Catania Central Station - 12 min drive
  • Borgo Station - 12 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasticceria Savia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Spinella - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bocche di Fuoco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chiosco "Piazza Borgo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Hallal - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Papali

3-star B&B near Catania Beach
Papali offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Catania bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Papali offers 3 accommodations with minibars and shared/communal kitchens. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day); reservations required
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 3 for adults and EUR 2 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4:00 PM - 11:30 PM and 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 30 for check-in between midnight and 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 3 for adults and EUR 2 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (663 ft away)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 30 for check-in between midnight and 3:00 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Papali B&B Catania
Papali B&B
Papali Catania
Bed & breakfast Papali Catania
Catania Papali Bed & breakfast
Bed & breakfast Papali
Papali Catania
Papali Bed & breakfast
Papali Bed & breakfast Catania

Frequently asked questions

How close is Papali to the airport?

Papali is 5.5 mi (28-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Papali?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Papali on Jul 30, 2026 start from $95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Papali have an airport shuttle?

Papali offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of EUR 25 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Papali to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 3.6 mi (26-min drive) from Catania Beach and 1.8 mi (11-min drive) from Spiaggia San Giovanni Licuti Rocce. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Papali offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Papali, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 3 for adults and EUR 2 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Papali?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Papali?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Papali?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does Papali have a pool?

Papali does not have a pool.

Does Papali have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Papali to downtown Catania?

Papali is 0.8 mi away from Catania.

Papali Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great breakfast. Host was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a very central location that is a walk to anywhere. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RADHIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommended - Excellent central location yet quiet with no street noise. Clean, well kept rooms. Owner is helpful (Italian speaking only) and provides a full breakfast. Very useful is directly opposite bus to airport but finding parking can be difficult. Recommend nearby Ideal parking garage for €20/night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, comfortable, and spacious, especially for the price, Carmello was a fantastic host, being welcoming and friendly and providing a good hearty breakfast and tips for the city. He doesn't speak much English, but I know enough Italian that we were able to communicate fine. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carmelo was great, very helpful and waited for us after hours.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic host

Super b&b, it was nice and clean. The only minus was that he did not speak English? Only Sicilien
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Papali exceeded our expectations. Our host Carmelo provided excellent and enthusiastic guidance to all that is Catania. A highlight of our stay included the ample morning breakfasts that featured typical regional pastries, both sweet and savoury. Our comfortable and quiet room proved a welcome and restful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. Highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chenyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located in a busy area of the city. Finding parking was difficult unless you are willing to park about 10 minutes away. The hotel host was nice and provided us with early check-in. The room was large enough with a balcony overlooking the back street. Bathroom was decent. Breakfast was hearty. Tons of restaurants nearby, and within walking distance to the historical area. Airport bus stop was close by as well. A good stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pimsiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home feeling B&B, clean and walking to everything.

Very kind owner who made sure our stay to be the best. He made us cappuccino every morning with new baked croissant. The rooom had 1 big bed and two singles bed in, for our teenages, located in seperate rooms. They cleaned our room everyday but didnt change the towels. But I think if we asked abou it, they would have change it for us. The accommodation is located near to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

virginia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a b&b, no clear access to property, walk up 3-4 flights of stairs to business card over bell, waited 20 minutes in scary stairwell for host. Went to get something to eat and on return the first key is street entry, second key is apartment entry and the third key is the one that didn’t work for entry to the room. Waited 20 min
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Che dire..come andare in vacanza a casa di un amico...che sa darti consigli preziosi per dove andare e dove mangiare...e credetemi non è poca cosa....siamo stati d'incanto location meravigliosa in pieno centro...pulizia....eccellente....e cortesia familiare.....un accoglienza...che potremmo definire 'attenzionata'....lo consiglio spassionatamente per conoscere ed apprezzare Catania....Carmelo un padrone di casa senza rivali....e magari torneremo anche molto volentieri ..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

God beliggenhed, pænt istandsat, hjælpsom vært

Meget hjælpsom vært som hjalp os frem til parkering. Trafikken og parkering i Catania er meget dårlig. Det kan ikke anbefales at tage bil med ind i byen. Papali ligger godt og er pænt nyistandsat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, location parking and was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location of the property to the sites and restaurants. The bed was a little to hard for me and my husband though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Romina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Assolutamente consigliato

Siamo appena rientrati dopo 6 giorni di permanenza in questa struttura. Posizione centrale a due passi dai giardini Bellini, dalla miglior pasticceria Savia proseguendo si arriva in piazza Duomo. Struttura nuova, pulita e colazione ottima grazie al titolare Carmelo che di adopera per soddisfare tutti i gusti. Si raggiunte dall’aeroporto con navetta Alibus che ferma di fronte all’entrata. Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020