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Ostello Degli Elefanti Hostel

8.8
Excellent (1857 reviews) |
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Apr 01, 2025 - Apr 02, 2025
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Overview

  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • terrace
  • heating
  • laundry
  • bar
  • very good breakfast

Intro

Located in the centre of Catania, the hostel lies within a 5-minute walk of the prominent baroque Cathedral of Sant'Agata. It offers accommodation with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Rooms

The venue consists of 50 rooms.

Relax

Bicycle hire is available at this hostel.

Location

The hostel is located in the historical district of Catania, steps away from Parco Archeologico Greco Romano di Catania. It is a 10-minute drive from Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center. Serving a wide range of dishes, Magna Roma Catania and Scirocco Sicilian Fish Lab are about 250 metres from the property.

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Rooms

Single Room with Private Bathroom
Room size: 18 m2
Max capacity:
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room size: 22 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Relax

  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Table tennis

Activities for Kids

  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Reviews

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8.8/10 Excellent (1857 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.7
  • Comfort 8.6
  • Facilities 8.7
  • Free WiFi 8.6
  • Location 9.8
  • Total 8.8
  • Value for money 9.1
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Sauro

9.6/10
I had a fantastic experience at this hotel, primarily due to its unbeatable location right in the heart of the city, which made exploring nearby attractions a breeze. The staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating, adding a personal touch to my stay. the cleanliness of the communal areas and the spacious rooms enhanced my comfort. I particularly enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere encouraged by regular community meals, which made it easy to meet fellow travelers.
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Gaston

10/10
The staff was super welcoming and helpful, always willing to assist. The rooftop terrace offered stunning views, and I appreciated the cleanliness of the entire place. Plus, the free pasta dinner was a delightful surprise!
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Rachel

9.4/10
I loved the central location of the hotel. It’s just steps away from restaurants and bars. The rooms were spacious and kept very clean. The rooftop bar offered stunning views, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the simple yet tasty breakfast every morning, and the free pasta nights were a nice touch.
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Shirley

10/10
I had an amazing stay at the hotel. The location is perfect, right in the city center, close to everything. The staff was friendly and helpful. The cleanliness of the room and common areas was impressive, and the daily free pasta dinners were a lovely touch for meeting other guests.
J

Jacques

10/10
We loved the central location of the hotel, as it made exploring the vibrant surroundings so convenient. The staff were incredibly friendly, always available to assist us with recommendations and tips. The cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms added to our comfort, and we appreciated the light breakfast and the delightful free pasta in the evenings, which fostered a great atmosphere for socializing with fellow travelers.
M

Miguel

9.4/10
We loved the hotel's fantastic location in the heart of the city. The views from the rooftop terrace were breathtaking. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was good, and the free pasta dinner every night was a great touch.
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Location

Via Etnea, 28
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Via Etnea 1.23 km (4035 ft)
  • 2. Castello Ursino 880 m (2887 ft)
  • 3. Anfiteatro Romano 510 m (1673 ft)
  • 4. Stesicoro 560 m (1837 ft)
  • 5. Porta Garibaldi 1.34 km (4396 ft)
  • 6. Piazza universita 50 m (164 ft)
  • 7. Giovanni Verga's House Museum 420 m (1378 ft)
  • 8. Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena 850 m (2789 ft)
  • 9. Roman Theatre of Catania 410 m (1345 ft)
  • 1. Cuore Fresco 110 m (361 ft)
  • 2. Trattoria del Cavaliere 460 m (1509 ft)
  • 3. Antica Rosticceria Catanese dal 1907 230 m (755 ft)
  • 4. BiFour Coffee & Drink 70 m (230 ft)
  • 5. Toasteria Gourmet 220 m (722 ft)
  • 6. L'Etoile D'or 200 m (656 ft)
  • 7. Scirocco Sicilian Fish Lab 220 m (722 ft)
  • 8. Pitittu 210 m (689 ft)
  • 9. Antica Trattoria Etnea 100 m (328 ft)
  • 1. Stesicoro 610 m (2001 ft)
  • 2. Porto 850 m (2789 ft)
  • 3. Giovanni XXIII 1.41 km (4626 ft)
  • 4. Giovanni XXIII 1.42 km (4659 ft)
  • 5. San Martino-Vittorio Emanuele II 200 m (656 ft)
  • 6. Dusmet-Borsellino Sud 200 m (656 ft)
  • 7. Etnea-Sangiuliano 250 m (820 ft)
  • 8. Vittorio Emanuele II-Placido 260 m (853 ft)
  • 9. Borsellino 340 m (1115 ft)
  • 10. Borsa 630 m (2067 ft)
  • 11. Stazione Centrale 1.30 km (4265 ft)
  • 12. Catania 1.32 km (4331 ft)