B&B Gisira

3.0 star property
City-center B&B, steps from Piazza del Duomo
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Desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Hallway
Street view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hair dryer

Room options

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Economy Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Via Gisira 29, Catania, CT, 95121

What's nearby

  • Catania Fish Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catania Port - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catania Beach - 9 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 19 min drive
  • Catania Bicocca Station - 12 min drive
  • Catania Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 20 min walk
  • Porto Station - 11 min walk
  • Italia Station - 29 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè del Duomo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scirocco Sicilian Fish Lab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lettera 82 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BarnAut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

B&B Gisira

B&B Gisira offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Piazza del Duomo. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Porto Station is 11 minutes away.

Languages

English, German, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 3 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Train station pick-up*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*
  • Beach shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • Built in 1800

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 3 for adults and EUR 3 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 12.50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle and beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT087015C1CD2MCUJG

Also known as

B&B Palazzo Zappalà
B&B Palazzo Zappalà Catania
Bed And Breakfast Palazzo Zappala Catania, Sicily
Palazzo Zappalà
Palazzo Zappalà Catania
B&B Sunflower Catania, Sicily
Sunflower Catania
B&B Sunflower
B&B Sunflower Catania
Sicily
B&b Gisira Catania
B&B Gisira Bed & breakfast
B&B Gisira Bed & breakfast Catania

Frequently asked questions

Does B&B Gisira offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, B&B Gisira does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is parking offered on site at B&B Gisira?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at B&B Gisira.
Is airport shuttle service offered by B&B Gisira?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 12.50 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at B&B Gisira?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at B&B Gisira and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
Does B&B Gisira have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around B&B Gisira like?
B&B Gisira is in Catania City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo and 2 minutes' walk from Elephant Fountain.

B&B Gisira Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Fantastic location. Clean simple accommodation.
Karen, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean property right in the Centre of Catania. There is a fantastic food and fish market practically on your doorstep. Loads of wonderful restaurants to walk to along with beautiful Baroque churches and architecture.
Stephanie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

10/10
Self check-in was a great, had a lovely time. B&B's location is near a parking lot, fish market, restaurants and everything else. 10/10
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place
Very central, clean, comfortable, easy to find. Smooth check-in.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cute place and excellent location! At night, there are several good restaurants in Via Gisira. In the morning, there’s a charming fruit and vegetable market. The b&b is also an easy walk to most sights of interest in Catania. The place itself is simple, but clean and comfortable. Highly recommend. Oh, and if you’re driving, as in advance where to park. There’s an easy public parking place nearby.
Margot, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this propery was good however, in the morning i was given a voucher to claim a breakfast at a nearby cafe. Only i couldnt find it. So i didnt get any breakfast😒
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great, very central location with immediate access to the market, cafes, bars and Piazza Duomo. Busy but very safe neighbourhood. Gina is a lovely host!
Veronique, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

we loved staying at Gina's B&B,it was so close to the main square of Catania and the bonus a fruit market outside the main door 6 days of the week,love it will certainly return
susanne, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

nice clean b & b
a bit hard to find. nice friendly staff. clean room and in the center of town
john, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Don't let external appearances but you off!
When the taxi dropped me at the hotel I was very unsure. It is close to the fish market, bus and train station, and peeling paint and grafitti adorn the narrow street walls. At ground level there is just a wooden door with a small B&B sign pinned to it, but once inside marble stairs rise to the main door. The receptionist speaks very little English, but is very friendly and helpful. She even lugged my suitcase up the remaining stairs. The breakfast room is really well kitted for a cold breakfast, including cereals, various breads, fruit, yogurt, teas and a coffee machine. The spacious bedroom was decorated in sunflower colours(!). Live music placed somewhere nearby until midnight, then the streets became peacefully quiet. I was awoken by noises and voices outside my window before dawn. When I eventually ventured through the curtains I was surprised to see a fruit market right along the street. It may have been listed in the B&B details, but I hadn't taken note. I don't know if it is on very day, but it's there on Friday. All in all, I had a very pleasant and insightful stay for my first experience of an Italian city.
JanYoga, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great find!
Lovely lady saw us in and helped us park in the craziness that is Catania! Room was simple but clean and large. In the vegetable section of the markets but still quiet and so clean after market finished. Great fish street food two mins away - Scirroco Fish Lab. Great location as two mins from Piazza del Duomo. Air conditioning was effective and breakfast was help yourself and filling. Would highly recommend for the price and location.
Lucy, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel within the center .
The hotel was nice,clean and the staff working there were very nice to us and very helpful it made the atmosphere felt like home.
Kasia, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

market day
We actually refused to stay in this place. Reasons 1 not clean. 2 the street is home to a fish market that opens at 6 am. so actual installation start earlier ....... I suppose that if one is not too keen on cleanliness & does not mind being awaken at 5 am the B&B is in the old center next to the interesting things to see in Catania, including the market which is something to see.
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8/10 Very good

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6/10 Good

Hotel would have been better
Found it difficult to find. Also not very comfortable beds. However it was right in the town centre so that was really great.
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was great.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Cozy B&B in town.
Very central location, 100 metres from the main city piazza. Gina the landlady is friendly and helpful ensuring a generous continental breakfast is always available to enjoy.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

reasonable
Central location (but impossible to park, better to park up and walk in). Gina was friendly and the facilities were adequate
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Fish Market
The B&B is located in the fish / product market in Catania. the place is fine for a couple of days if you want to be in that area. Cloes to the Duomo and some really good reatruants. It's OK, breakfast has a few items -- nothing special -- but you can use the refgi and store your own stuff. Wake up early as the merchants will be shouting out there whares. And, there is no one -- no one around at night -- be careful.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

100% Wonderful
I had such a wonderful stay at this lovely place :) I loved Catania! Gina the proprietor is a diamond! She met me for check in and was super friendly and polite. Answering all my questions and telling me about local sites and places of interest. Her recommendation for the amazing and famous Catanese "Pasticceria Savia"on Via Etnea was much appreciated (the food is amazing and I happily stuffed my face there). She then worried about my airport transfer giving me information about buses and taxis to the airport aswell as a map pointing out places to visit. Communication was great and she was more than approachable....I can't fault her! The room....extremely spacious and clean. I love the colour scheme of the place....warm orange and creamy yellows....very Sicilian, colours of the Sun. The bed was really comfy and the bathroom large. Cherry on the cake was the balcony over looking the famous street food market. That was really beautiful waking up and opening the balcony to witness all those gorgeous colours, sounds and smells of the market. The hotels location is super central....you walk 2 minutes and you are infront of the Catania Cathedral and main square with the elephant fountain. Also really handy for buses to the Catania airport which stop just round the corner. All in all I highly recommend Catania and staying here :).
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wondeful, clean B&B
This B&B was wonderful. The host, Gina, stayed late to ensure I had access when I was due to arrive around 10pm from the aiport. The hotel was very clean and pleasantly decorated. The room I was given was very large with en-suite bathroom. The location is ideal for downtown Catania, a little noisy on weekend nights but not overly so. Breakfast facilities very fruit, crackers, buns, with choice of jams and nutella. The coffee machine was a real treat.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice place
It is a lovely B&B. The owner is very helpful and friendly. Very good location.
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