ETARYA · CATANIA HISTORIC CENTRE
Three host-managed holiday apartments in Sicily, in the heart of Catania — your owner-direct base for Mt Etna, Taormina and the Ionian coast. 5 minutes from Piazza Duomo. From €60 per night, no platform fees.
Three independent holiday apartments in the same 1940s building at Via Santissima Trinità 71, newly renovated, 5 minutes from Piazza Duomo. Pick by group size and travel style — same building, same host, three different fits.
Apartment Etarya Etna
45 m² · sleeps 4 · family-fit · double bedroom + sofa bed
The most spacious of our three apartments. A double bedroom plus a living room with a sofa bed for two extra guests, full kitchen with kitchenware and coffee maker, balconies, washing machine. Ideal for families and small groups exploring Sicily from central Catania — Mt Etna in under an hour, Taormina by train in 50 minutes.
- Size
- 45 m²
- Sleeps
- 4 (double bed + sofa bed for 2)
- Layout
- 1 bedroom + living with sofa bed
- Outdoor
- Balconies
- Best for
- Families, small groups
- From
- €80 / night
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Full kitchen
- Washing machine
- Coffee maker
- Linen & towels
- Cot on request
- Private bathroom
Apartment Etarya Ionio
35 m² · sleeps 3 · couples+1 · bright open-plan
Bright one-bedroom flat with double room and open-plan kitchen-living area. The sofa bed adds an extra sleeping place — perfect for a couple with a child or one extra guest. Same building as the others, same five-minute walk to Piazza Duomo, same direct booking.
- Size
- 35 m²
- Sleeps
- 3 (double bed + sofa bed for 1)
- Layout
- 1 bedroom + open-plan kitchen-living
- Outdoor
- Balcony
- Best for
- Couples+1, small families, friends
- From
- €75 / night
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Full kitchen
- Coffee maker
- Linen & towels
- Cot on request
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
Apartment Etarya Zagara
~25 m² · sleeps 2 · couples · romantic studio
An intimate option for couples. French-style double bed, kitchenette with fridge, sink and electric hob, private bathroom. The most affordable way to discover Catania together — ideal for honeymoons and romantic short breaks within a five-minute walk of Piazza Duomo and the evening passeggiata.
- Size
- ~25 m²
- Sleeps
- 2
- Layout
- Studio · French-style double bed
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette (fridge, sink, hob)
- Best for
- Couples, romantic stays, honeymoons
- From
- €60 / night
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette
- Linen & towels
- Coffee maker
- Private bathroom
Which apartment is right for you?
Three apartments in the same building, three different fits. Pick by group size and travel style — they’re all 5 minutes from Piazza Duomo and managed by the same host.
| Etna · 4p | Ionio · 3p | Zagara · 2p | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 45 m² | 35 m² | ~25 m² |
| Best for | Families · 2+2 | Couple+1 · friends | Couples · romantic |
| Layout | 1 bed + sofa bed | 1 bed + sofa bed | Studio |
| Kitchen | Full | Full | Kitchenette |
| Outdoor | Balconies | Balcony | — |
| From | €80/night | €75/night | €60/night |
Family-friendly apartments in Sicily — stay in Catania
Catania centro storico works exceptionally well for family holidays in Sicily. Everything is within a 10-minute walk — no rental car, no public transport with strollers, no decision fatigue. Apartment Etarya Etna (45 m², sleeps 4) is our family-fit choice: double bedroom plus living room with sofa bed for two children, full kitchen for breakfasts and quick dinners, washing machine, cot on request. The Pescheria fish market five minutes away is a memorable morning walk for kids; Villa Bellini gardens (10 min) for afternoon runaround. From Catania you can be at the foot of Mt Etna in under 60 minutes — a doable family day trip.
Honeymoon apartments in Sicily — romantic stays in Catania
For honeymoons and couples short breaks, Apartment Etarya Zagara (intimate studio with French-style double bed) and Apartment Etarya Ionio (open-plan one-bedroom) are the natural choices. Catania centro storico is alive after dark — bars, candlelit street food in Piazza Duomo, the Teatro Massimo Bellini opera house seven minutes from the door. Day trips that feel romantic: Taormina by train (50 minutes) for sunset over the Greek theatre, an Etna winery for late-afternoon tasting, Ortigia in Syracuse for an evening passeggiata along the marina. Single building, single host, no shared spaces — you have privacy.
Apartment-style stay with B&B-like host care
If you’re weighing a Catania bed and breakfast against a holiday apartment, here’s how we compare. Like a B&B you get host care — local restaurant tips, meet-and-greet, language support, recommendations for day trips. Unlike a B&B you get full autonomy — private kitchen or kitchenette, private bathroom, your own front door, no shared common areas, no fixed breakfast time. Apartment-style stay with B&B-like host care, owner-direct, in the same building owners and previous guests come back to.
Why stay in Catania historic centre
Catania is Sicily’s east-coast hub — the closest major city to Mt Etna, the gateway to Taormina and Syracuse, with a 24/7 historic centre that’s alive day and night.
Planning your trip? Use our 5-day east coast itinerary from Catania as a single-base template — Etna, Taormina, Syracuse and Val di Noto, each reachable in 30-90 minutes from your apartment.
From Catania you can be on Mt Etna in under 60 minutes, in Taormina in 50 minutes by train, or in Syracuse’s Ortigia in 75 minutes. It’s the most efficient base for a multi-stop Sicily trip — better than picking a coastal resort that locks you to one area.
What to expect when you book with us
- Owner-direct booking — no platform commission. Lowest price guaranteed for our apartments.
- Self check-in 24/7 with key codes — your host Francesco welcomes you in person when possible.
- House manual + local tips — printed guide with restaurants, bakeries, and day-trip drivers we trust.
- Flexible cancellation — up to 7 days before arrival (specifics in your booking confirmation).
- Languages — Italian, English (and a bit of Spanish).
- What’s not included — no daily cleaning (apartment-style stay, final cleaning fee added at booking); no pets, no smoking; 2nd floor with no lift (one flight of stairs); street parking nearby.
Frequently asked questions
How far are your apartments from Catania airport?
About 7 km from Catania-Fontanarossa airport (CTA) — 15-20 minutes by taxi (~€25-30 fixed rate), or by AMT “Alibus” to Stazione Centrale (€4) and a 15-minute walk along Via Etnea. We can arrange a private transfer on request.
Can I check in late at night?
Yes. Self check-in is available 24/7 with key codes — we send arrival instructions the day before. Late-night arrivals after 22:00 are no problem and don’t cost extra.
Are your apartments family-friendly?
Apartment Etarya Etna is the family-fit choice: 45 m², sleeps up to 4 with double bedroom plus sofa bed for two extra guests, cot on request. All three apartments have full or kitchenette cooking facilities so you can prepare meals for kids. The 2nd-floor location has no lift — bring strollers up one flight of stairs.
Do you have apartments suitable for honeymoons or couples?
Apartment Etarya Zagara (~25 m², French-style double bed) is our most intimate studio — ideal for honeymoons and romantic short breaks. Apartment Etarya Ionio (35 m², bright open-plan) works for couples wanting more space. Both 5 min walk from Piazza Duomo’s evening passeggiata.
How does your service compare to a Catania bed and breakfast?
Like a B&B you get host care — local tips, meet-and-greet, language support. Unlike a B&B you get full autonomy — private kitchen, private bathroom, your own front door, no shared common areas, no fixed breakfast time. Apartment-style stay with B&B-like host care.
What’s included in the price?
Wi-Fi, bed linen and towels, kitchenware, coffee maker, air conditioning. Final cleaning is added on top (one-off fee, displayed at booking). Daily cleaning isn’t included — apartment stays are self-catering. Tourist tax (€2 per person per night, max 4 nights) is paid on arrival in cash. Prices vary by season.