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5 Balconi

2.0 star property
B&B near Piazza del Duomo in Catania

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Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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VIA PLEBISCITO N. 133, Catania, CT, 95121
  • Place, Ursino Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Catania

Old Town Catania stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Catania B&B, you'll find Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port. Ursino Castle and La Lomax are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ursino Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catania Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Catania Fish Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Via Etnea - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Porto Station - 13 min walk
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 17 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lettera 82 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barnaut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Red Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ciao - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Mazzini - ‬5 min walk

About this property

5 Balconi

B&B near Piazza del Duomo in Catania
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. 5 Balconi also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Catania bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
5 Balconi offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 2.00 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.

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number IT087015C1XEHJWCSO

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.
  • One child 4 years old or younger stays 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 5 Balconi to the airport?

5 Balconi is 2.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5 Balconi?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Balconi on Nov 23, 2025 start from $67.61, excluding 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 5 Balconi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at 5 Balconi.

How close is 5 Balconi to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (10-min drive) from Catania Beach and 1.3 mi (10-min drive) from Spiaggia della Plaia. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 5 Balconi offer free breakfast?

5 Balconi offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at 5 Balconi?

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

What time is check-in at 5 Balconi?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at 5 Balconi?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does 5 Balconi have a pool?

5 Balconi does not have a pool.

Does 5 Balconi have a spa?

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

How close is 5 Balconi to downtown Catania?

5 Balconi is 0.3 mi away from Catania.

5 Balconi Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, super helpful with suggestions of where to eat and what to see
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible stay! Everything about Cinco Balconi was amazing. The apartment was spotless, beautifully maintained, and the bed was one of the most comfortable we’ve ever slept in. The breakfasts were absolutely incredible—fresh, delicious, and a perfect way to start the day. But what truly made the difference was the host, Rob. He went above and beyond to help us—even with things that had nothing to do with the accommodation. His kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care made our trip unforgettable. We would absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting Catania.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jakub

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

Fully recommend to stay at 5 Balcony.

Cristina is a super friendly and open person. We spend 1 night only but we recommend to stay longer. Catania has a lot to offer during the day and at night. Delicious breakfast and familly atmospher being decided to rate Cristinas 5 Balcony by 5 stars. Best regards Jakub and Olga.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal, close to all important sites in Catania. Also very convenient to book tours to Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, etc and close to the airport, bus and train stations. What stood out mostly about our stay was the hospitality and kindness of the host Rob as well as a great personalized breakfast. Rob was always available and seemed genuinely happy to answer our questions on places to visit. When we arrived , he sat down with us and gave us a map of Catania with recommendations on where to eat and what to visit. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended our original 3 night stay to 4 and even returned an extra 3 nights at the end of our tour in Sicile. We highly recommend 5 Balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rob was a fantastic host, great communication before arrival, friendly, greeted with cafe latte, gave map of area and recs for places to visit nearby, accommodates for gf dietary needs and early breakfast before departure, arranged for airport car service, area is gritty but safe and a few mins walk from bus and to central sites. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cristina as a host is amazing, friendly, helpful and fun. She made my time feel very personal.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location excellent hospitality the hosts Cristina&Rob are very nice and helpful to everyone, they served generous and delicious breakfast in the morning. The location is easy walking distance to the historical site nice restaurants are about 5 minutes walks, highly recommended, George & Norma
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hamid

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

Stay at 5 Balconi in Catania

Our stay at 6 Balconi was great. Both Rob and Cristina were great hosts. Very helpful and caring 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rob and Christina are brilliant. Rob is a great chap. Affable, considered and considering with a generous heart and stupendous taste in music. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the good, the bad and the rip off in the vicinity; straying from his wisdom is inadvisable. He and Christina have anecdotes aplenty, and Christina in full flow is a sight to behold - a sister cat - her eyes glow. We had an extended stay, so, we had a good look at Rob and Christina's operation and found fault difficult to locate. Everything was cool (It is hot in Catania), clean and up to spec. The rooms are well decorated and appointed with curious photographs of bygone Sicilian times. The eponymous balconies afford a view to the bustling street of car horns, gesticulating arms and convenience store blues. You can sit on the balcony and watch a version of reality unfold and be perfectly content it authentic. The place has a beguiling antiquity, its peeling facades sun brushed in decaying charm, marbled palaces inside, though litter on the streets is problematic and needs addressing. Five Balconi is well located, a short walk from a castle and a fistful of Trattoria. Listen to Rob/Christina, we ventured beyond their advice once and came a cropper. Just think Rob/Christina know best and your holiday will be much improved. I dropped Rob's name at 'Da Antonio' and miraculously got a table without a reservation. We loved Catania and we loved our stay at 5 Balconi with Rob and Christina.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

OUTSTANDING!

This was one of my best stays I have ever had. She bent over backwards to ensure everything was stress free. Couldn’t recommend this place more!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic reception from the hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rob was such a great host. He really cares for his guests. With such knowledge and information about the area. He helped us locate some really great places to go see and to go for food and drinks. It was nice sharing the place with Rob as well as the other guests where we were able share with each other over a beautiful and tasty spread at breakfast. If we ever return to Catania, 5 Balconi will be our first choice. The rooms are beautiful and the common room is dressed with style. Such a warm and welcoming place to stay. Highly recommended. Thanks Rob!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Christina and her partner went out of their way to ensure my stay was first rate in every way. And the accommodation is both charming and spotlessly clean. If in Catania again I won’t hesitate to stay with them again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The entrance to the property is pretty off putting. Having 4 keys to get from the gate to my room a bit intimidating. No lights in the stairwell that I could find. But the host, a British expat, was helpful and delightful as was the quirky and fun interior of his apartment. He arranged for a car to the airport for a predawn pickup. I spent very little time there but it was convenient to the airport,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delightful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocco

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy Lie

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Incredible place

Only good things to say about Cristina and Rob and their wonderful, welcoming B&B in Catania. Lovely people, right in the heart of town, and so helpful. Very cute accommodation and lovely breakfast - I'd never tried pistachio croissants and the ones Cristina buys were a dream!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, VALENCIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cristina and Rob are very personable and ready with reccomendations for eating, sight seeing and Catanian lore. The elevator is a plus up 3 floors.. The room and bed were very comfortable and the breakfast much like home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cristina is a warm, welcoming host who is enthusiastic about Sicily and has lots of useful advice and recommendations about where to eat and what to see and do. The B&B is cheerful and colourful, with quirky features and unique decor. Some of the areas do need a bit of attention(broken lights, flaking paintwork in bathroom and dust in table lamps) Although it's a convenient location, the street noise is constant, so sleep is difficult. However, perhaps this is out of the owner's control and the price you pay for being so close to Catania centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully welcoming hosts. Frequently went the extra mile to make the stay as good as possible. Brilliant location . Authentic Italian experience . Well priced . Would certainly recommend .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019