Located in Catania City Centre, a neighborhood in Catania, B&B Gisira is near a metro station. Via Etnea is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Angelo Massimino Stadium or PalaCatania. Visit our Catania travel guide
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 3 for adults and EUR 3 for children
Family friendly
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
No elevator
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2 floors
Built in 1800
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
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Air conditioning
Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 3 for adults and EUR 3 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 12.50 per vehicle (one-way)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Property Registration Number IT087015C1CD2MCUJG
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is 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
How much is parking?
B&B Gisira doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at B&B Gisira?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at B&B Gisira?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does B&B Gisira provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 12.50 per vehicle applies.
Where is B&B Gisira located?
Located in Catania City Centre, this bed & breakfast is steps from Piazza Mazzini and Piazza del Duomo. Via Etnea and Catania Port are also within 5 minutes. Porto Station is 11 minutes by foot and Italia Station is 29 minutes.
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Reviews
B&B Gisira Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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.
We really liked our stay at B&B Gisira. Silvia was very helpful and kind. The room was very clean and practical. It is located in the very centre of Catania, and the perfect starting point to experience the city and go to Taormina, Siracusa and the Etna. Would recommend!
Veramente nulla da dire.Posizione strategica,pulizia ineccepibile. Il b e b si trova nel cuore di Catania. Silvia è stata gentilissima per tutto! Consigliatissimo!!
Neben Zimmern zur Straße gibt es offensichtlich auch ein Zimmer zum Innenhof. Die Balkontür öffnet den Blick zur 5x5 Meter großen Lichtöffnung, die sich ca. 10 Meter über dem Balkon befindet. Untermalt wird dieser dunkle Eindruck mit einem laufenden Kühlkompressor und einer Waschmascine im Innenhof.
Der Schlagzeuger / Musiker aus dem angrenzenden Nachbarhaus (am Kopfende unseres Betts) verstummte zum Glück vor 23 Uhr.
Auf dem Toilettensitz konnten wir uns Setzen, wenn wir die Duschabtrennung beiseite geschoben haben.
Leider war das Zimmer 10 Grad kalt, weil nicht vorgeheizt. Nachvollziehbar, weil auch die Klimaanlage nicht heizen wollte.
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.
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😒
Questo B&B è stato recentemente ristrutturato, pertanto abbiamo trovato il locale che sapeva di nuovo. La stanza ben accessoriata, con infissi nuovi e doppi vetri che isolano perfettamente dal risveglio del mercato sottostante. Molto pulita, pulizia e cambio asciugamani giornaliero. La proprietaria molto gentile e disponibile. Lo consigliamo per qualità del locale e per l'ottima posizione, pieno centro zona pedonale. La colazione in luogo separato a 2 minuti di distanza in un locale simpatico e giovanile. Siamo stati molto bene lo consigliamo.
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
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
3 January 2019
Liked: Staff & service
Posizione comoda per visitare la città! Sig.ra Gina persona squisita!
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
Appena arrivati al b&b la signora Gina ci ha accolti con cordialità e disponibilità facendoci sentire a casa . Il b&b è in pieno centro storico comodissimo per raggiungere tutti I luoghi di interesse. Fermata dell'autobus nelle vicinanze e ben collegata . La signora Gina è una meravigliosa padrona di casa , il suo b&b è accogliente e non manca nulla , abbondante colazione e pulizie giornaliere . Che dire grazie signora Gina , torneremo .
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.
La signora Gina ospita con cortesia, discrezione ed efficienza in un B&B comodo, pulito, ben organizzato e gradevole nell'arredamento. Il B&B è centralissimo, nel bel mezzo del mercato di Catania, a due passi dalla piazza Duomo e di molte altre attrazioni culturali, vicino alla "piscaria" il mercato del pesce, zona piena di trattorie modeste ma con pesce freschissimo e ben cucinato in maniera semplice ma gustosissima. Ma proprio sotto le finestre del "sunflower" ci sono anche i banchi dei formaggi siciliani, una panetteria che sforna ogni giorno "pane cunzatu" e "schiacciata" buonissini e un banco che offre melanzane, peperoni e cipolle sfornate al primo mattino.