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Il Principe Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Piazza del Duomo

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Exterior
Steam room
Bar (on property)
Reception
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Via Alessi 24, Catania, CT, 95124
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Fish Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Comfort Single Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Catania

Heart of Catania.At this Catania City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Via Etnea and Piazza del Duomo, both within a 5-minute walk. Via Crociferi and Museum of Contemporary Art in Sicily are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elephant Fountain - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Via Etnea - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Catania Fish Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Porto Station - 13 min walk
  • Catania Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prestipino Cafè - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mad in Italy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doc – Duomo Of Catania - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Bell'Antonio - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Il Principe Hotel

4-star hotel near Piazza del Duomo
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Il Principe Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Catania hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Il Principe Hotel offers 80 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Catania hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 4.00 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.

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 12.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number IT087015A15M83WQ7L

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 Il Principe Hotel to the airport?

Il Principe Hotel is 3.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Il Principe Hotel?

As of May 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Il Principe Hotel on Jun 23, 2026 start from CA $203, 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 Il Principe Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Il Principe Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 35 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Il Principe Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (11-min drive) from Catania Beach and 2 mi (11-min drive) from Spiaggia della Plaia. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Il Principe Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Il Principe Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Il Principe Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Il Principe Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Il Principe Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does Il Principe Hotel have a pool?

Il Principe Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Il Principe Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Il Principe Hotel to downtown Catania?

Il Principe Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Catania.

Il Principe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 876 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 876 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 876 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 876 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 876 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

DINUSHA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was okay. It needs a few upgrades. Bathroom shower head was leaking water from the base and as a result the pressure was compromised. It would have been excellent if they had a kettle and tea/ coffee in the room . Overall the room was in good condition despite the age of the hotel . It was clean and comfortable. A/C worked good. Hot and cold water was good. Room was quiet, but lacked outlets close to the bed for charging phones etc. Great location . Front office was very professional and accommodating and recommended many areas around town and best places for food. It was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Great place in the heart of ct
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Un Soggiorno Davvero Eccezionale all'Hotel Il Principe Mio marito ed io abbiamo vissuto un'esperienza meravigliosa all'Hotel Il Principe. Dal momento del nostro arrivo, il personale ci ha fatto sentire veramente accolti e curati. L'hotel stesso è elegante, confortevole e perfettamente posizionato, ma ciò che lo distingue davvero è il livello del servizio. Durante il nostro soggiorno, abbiamo avuto difficoltà a trovare biglietti per una partita del Catania Football Club, un momento clou che speravamo davvero di vivere. Il team alla reception ha fatto di tutto, cercando instancabilmente fino ad aiutarci a ottenere i posti. Grazie a loro, eravamo allo stadio per vedere il Catania segnare due volte e vincere negli ultimi minuti, diventando uno dei momenti più memorabili di tutto il nostro viaggio. Abbiamo apprezzato così tanto il nostro soggiorno che abbiamo prenotato altre notti per il nostro ritorno a Catania prima di tornare a casa. È raro trovare un hotel dove ci si sente sia ben curati che veramente apprezzati come ospiti. Torneremo sicuramente all'Il Principe alla nostra prossima visita in Sicilia e lo raccomanderemo con tutto il cuore a amici e familiari. — Matthew e Grant Rocco
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were outstanding from start to finish. They handled every question I had with professionalism and clarity, and their calm, courteous manner never faltered, even during busy periods. Travelling for both work and leisure, I genuinely appreciated the consistently high level of service. It made the entire stay smooth, enjoyable, and far more impressive than I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were exceptionally professional throughout my stay. Every question I had was answered clearly and with genuine care. They remained calm and composed even during busy moments, and their courteous manner never wavered. As someone travelling for both work and leisure, I was thoroughly impressed by the consistently high standard of service. It made the entire experience smooth, enjoyable, and far above expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with great staff and very conveniently located near the central part of the city. Close to most sightseeing places. I would recommend it to tourists as well as to those who for work need to be in a central location. I would definitely use it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable hotel. Good location. Good breakfast. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shouxiang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana-Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Acceptable hotel if you are looking for a reasonably priced place to sleep in the city center. Almost all Catania attractions are within walking distance and the hotel building is beautiful and in relatively good condition. That being said, breakfast was very limited especially if you wanted something savory (just 2 types of ham and 1 type of cheese, the same every day - otherwise they had 4 or 5 different types of croissant...). The worst part was the level of cleanliness though - the shower cabin had a significant amount of mold, and during our 6 night stay they never changed our bedsheets (which were stained to begin with) or vacuumed - actually they most likely didn't vacuum between guests either because there were a ton of dust bunnies on the floor and our socks would get full of dust after a walk from the bed to the bathroom. It's really a shame because this place could be so much nicer with a little more effort, but the current conditions really don't justify it being 4 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, outstanding breakfast (including wide gluten-free selection) very central location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean although small. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very kind and professional staff. Wanted a different room and they moved me to another room carrying all my stuff. Excellent breakfast and superb espresso coffee like it has to be in Sicily. Love it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emilie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pro: - They have extra large rooms and bathrooms - the AC works well - extremely well located Cons: - barely any street parking and if you do find it you have to battle with the machines and pray they take a credit card and you understand the instructions in Italian - the shower was small but the shower entrance was miniscule.. im fat and could barely get in. It hurt me. - there are three steps to go up and another three to go down to the very old , tiny elevator but then there are 25 marble stairs to move your suitcases to the rooms and its painful - old and outdated bed covers/sheets and bad springy mattress - there is no one at the check in so to access the courtyard you need to correspond via WhatsApp with management and pray they answer your message. After 8pm they are not available . - there is a parking they work with which is NOT next door and its $15 but needs to be reserved in advance however they might forget and tell you there is no space when in fact you reserved it before
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning location! It was an easy walk to the cable car and a great way to see Isola Bella. There were a few random hairs on the bed when we checked in but it was otherwise spotless. The breakfast was excellent and the rooftop pool was gorgeous!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Avi, Mountain View

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with very friendly staff. Room was nice and comfy. great location and close to the center Breakfast was just okay, a bit of overcooked food. Definitely take the parking option they suggest you since there is no way you can find any parking around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located hotel. Staff were welcoming and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Armando

Liked: Staff & service

Can't fault the location

the hotel has good potential. Unfortunately is not keep it up as it should. Great location and fantastic facilities around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Federico

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice but misleading on the website It said parking available when there was no parking they said that they only have 4 parking spaces and you need to reserve it But the days that I was there there were empty parking spots hmmmmmm Catania is very very dirty especially around the market !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful day, highly recommend it, this in the centre of town, easy the highlights of the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the hotel were amazing. Walking distance to the doumo square and near by a lot of restaurants. You can drop off your car at the front and they will park it for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025