La Renaissance in Catania, Sicily

The apartment occupies a restored historic building with ceilings painted in frescoes throughout the rooms. Parquet floors and high ceilings add to the character of the property. A photo album in the living area shows the renovation process from before to after.

A large roof terrace with plants and flowers offers an outdoor kitchen and a seating area for evening drinks. Guests can use the terrace kitchen for cooking or picnics with local products from the market. The terrace is a key reason guests spend time at the apartment instead of going out.

The apartment is a 18-minute walk from Catania Piazza Duomo and 700 metres from Villa Bellini park. Via Filomena, a street with restaurants and bars, is around the corner. A supermarket and a bakery are just a two-minute walk away for daily supplies.

Host Alberto provides restaurant recommendations and sends links to places to visit before check-in. A welcome gift from Nonna Maria includes pastries from a local pastry shop, fresh oranges, and coffee pods. Guests staying for a celebration receive a chocolate cake ordered by Alberto as a courtesy.

Guests give top ratings to the spacious living areas, the three bathrooms with large showers, and the comfortable beds. Private parking is available nearby for €20 per day. The apartment easily fits groups of up to seven people across three double bedrooms and an extra single room.

Design: Frescoed ceilings and parquet floors in a restored palazzo

Terrace: Roof terrace with outdoor kitchen and seating

Location: 18 min walk to Piazza Duomo, near Villa Bellini

Host: Alberto provides restaurant tips and welcome pastries from Nonna Maria

Rooms: Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, plus terrace kitchen

Parking: Private paid parking nearby (€20/day)