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Independent apartment in historic building characteristic of architecture of Catania. Recently renovated by the architect owner in a style which, while respecting the traditional style has given a modern and younger. Located in the heart of the historical center of the city (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the building is located just in front of one of the most representative architectural history of Catania: the Ursino Castle built in the twelfth century by Frederick II of Swabia. Today this area is the heartbeat of the day and night life center of Catania and gastronomic cuisine in our area. From here you will not need any means of transportation because you are already in the heart of the city and far from the city traffic. The apartment consists...SelfCateringSicily - Tourism Web Network
Independent apartment in historic building characteristic of architecture of Catania. Recently renovated by the architect owner in a style which, while respecting the traditional style has given a modern and younger. Located in the heart of the historical center of the city (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the building is located just in front of one of the most representative architectural history of Catania: the Ursino Castle built in the twelfth century by Frederick II of Swabia. Today this area is the heartbeat of the day and night life center of Catania and gastronomic cuisine in our area. From here you will not need any means of transportation because you are already in the heart of the city and far from the city traffic. The apartment consists of a living room with double sofa bed and dining area and kitchen. On the mezzanine there are one room with double bed and bathroom. The rooms are well furnished and decorated. The location of the loft is perfect for a relaxed holiday without using a car. A few steps from the Duomo you can raggiugere in a few minutes all the places most interesting and symbolic of the city, its culture and its architecture. A few meters away are the historic fish market, the museum, the Benedictine monastery, cathedral, Etnea street (main street of the city and living room), the andfiteatro greek and the Odeon, the opera Vincent Bellini. In the evening the square surrounding the Castello Ursino is full of typical restaurants and good value. The main local pubs and more in vogue are right on the square. From here you can certainly enjoy the city at the height of its attractions.
ALL INCLUSIVE
The rental is supplied without centralized services in accordance with Law 431/98 without providing personal services.
Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: IT04180160873More
Free on-street parking is available.
Smoke is allowed only in open spaces (balconies)
Keep clean the place at your check out (take away rubbish); fee is charged for maintenance not for cleaning service.
Please inform me in advance about your arrival time in the flat for better manage our meeting. I work during the day and I need to plan in advance.
PLEASE REMIND:
For reservation made before 10th of april 2017 previous policy will be applied: maintenance fee (25€) to pay on site
Bathrooms
2 Full baths
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About the Owner
Massimiliano S
Languages spoken:Portuguese, English, Italian, Spanish
Response Rate:100%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:March 2013
Interaction with guests:
I will be happy to meet you and to welcome in the check in date. Please, for that, due I work during the day, tell me in advance your arrival time for better planning my day and for receiving you at the time you need.
At check in, I will happy to give you all instructions, information, to give you the keys and to help you during your stay. Please feel free to contact me for any info you need and for any issue you have during your stay in our property. You can reah me by wapp, phone, email.
My wife and I came for a short stay in Catania to see the city and some of the surroundings. The apartment is located quite nicely at the edge of the historical district. We found it a great spot to reach anywhere in the city...More
Date of stay: May 2016
Thank S4524IVmartinh
Management response:Responded May 18, 2016
Thanks Martin for coming
You are always welcome here :)
Excellent, charming loft, well located in the center of Catania, next to the Castello Ursino.
Loft spacious, clean, fitted kitchen with all the utensils, TV channels, Wifi. Have nearby restaurants, market, trade, shops very close.
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How to get there
If you arrive by plane, reach the area of the castle from the bear is really simple. In the taxi ride costs 20 € up to 4 people and you will be in place in 10 min. You can also take the bus (n.524o 457) and arrive at Piazza Borsellino very close to Piazza Duomo. From there a few steps and you're there.
From the train station take a bus that brings you to Via Garibaldi or Piazza Borsellino.
If you come by car from the highway just follow the direction airport- Catania center and ask the Piazza Frederick of Swabia (Castello Ursino)