Ivana B&B offers a warm, inviting atmosphere just steps from Piazza del Duomo. Guests can savor authentic Italian cuisine at the on-site diner, relax with coffee or tea in the lobby, and make use of practical dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay.
Located in Catania City Centre neighborhood, Ivana B&B is connected to a rail/subway station. Notable landmarks in the area include Piazza Stesicoro and Piazza del Duomo, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Massimo Bellini Theater. Fish Market is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Catania travel guide
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About this property
Ivana B&B
Family-friendly bed & breakfast near Massimo Bellini Theater
Located close to Piazza del Duomo and Fish Market, Ivana B&B provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), local meal delivery service, and concierge services
Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
Children's dinnerware, children's books, and musical instruments
Reusable coffee/tea filters and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
TVs with digital channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/closets, art supplies, and childcare services
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 1 km
24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Train station shuttle on request
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Family friendly
Art supplies
Children's books
Children's dinnerware
Children's games
Children's toys
DVD player
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Musical instrument
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Business services
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
No elevator
Tile flooring in room
More
1 building
1 floor
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Baroque architecture
Built in 1890
Comprehensive recycling policy
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Day bed
Down comforter
Free crib
Frette Italian sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Meal delivery service
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM 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
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
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
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night
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 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 IT087015C1745WDF8N
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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
Is Ivana B&B pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Ivana B&B doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Ivana B&B?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:30 PM–midnight for a fee.
What time is check-out at Ivana B&B?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Ivana B&B provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per vehicle applies.
Where is Ivana B&B located?
This family-friendly Catania bed & breakfast is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Massimo Bellini Theater, Piazza del Duomo, and Fish Market. Piazza Stesicoro is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away. Porto Station is only a 4-minute walk and Italia Station is 20 minutes.
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Reviews
Ivana B&B Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Ivana was suuper helpful and friendly! A family atmosphere where Ivana served a lovely breakfast to us three guests at a joint table. She even took me to the bus station. Clean and cosy and central.
Stayed at this B&B from 22/05/2025 to 26/05/2025. Very clean, secure and quiet. Very warm, accommodating and friendly host. B&B has a home from home feel. Host was very helpful with what to do and where to go. Arrange transport and transfers, even got to borrow her umbrella of which I lost ! Missed times for breakfast but she still went out her way to make sure we did. She checked in with us daily and regularly. I will definitely recommend staying here. Thank you so much Ivana.
Ivana's B&B is in an excellent location. It is walking distance to the sites as well as great restaurants (and gelato!). Note that it is a B&B, but you are left to yourself once checked in. Ivana was great and helped me with free street parking, which can be a hassle if you're not local!
Ideaal gelegen in het centrum vrijwel alles op loopafstand. De beheerder biedt ook een transfer naar de luchthaven. Omdat het in het centrum ligt is het wel enigszins lawaaierig. Uitzicht vanuit de kamer op de beroemde opera van Bellini
Pieter
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Molly
18 February 2020
Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location, homey feel
The access into the courtyard is a little tricky. It has a facade wall that leads into a courtyard, and no one was picking up the call button for the B&B. I had to wait for someone to come through from another residential apartment and they let me in. Once in, I waited about 1/2 hour before a kind gentleman opened up the B&B and he even carried my suitcase up the 2 flights of stairs because the elevator wasn't working. (so nice!) Once inside it feels like a homey, kinda well lived-in apartment. It felt completely safe with other residents there as you have your own locked room and your own private bathroom. You have to access three different keys for entry each time, but it was easy once you got the hang of it. It was a little chilly while I was there, but the heater worked great. The room itself is rather spacious. Besides the bed, it has a desk, TV, wardrobe to hang clothes, 2 side end tables and a small area with double windows to look out over the street. They serve you breakfast each morning. The only recommendation I would give is they should update their bedding as it seemed too worn out, otherwise it was a great place to stay for the convenience of walkability of the city and the cost.
It is family B&B, and Ivana's family was really nice and adorable!! I felt really comfortable here... The room was big and clean, and everything that I needed was provided. The heater was also powerful, so I could stay warm in my room..I enjoyed my staying here! Location was nice, too. Duomo and Bellini theater are near this B&B. Also, the train station and bus terminal are not far from here. I hope to stay here again if I go to Catania again :)
b&b agréable et très bien situé
Ivana est accueillante même si nous ne la voyons pas beaucoup !
La chambre était confortable quoique très bruyante la nuit du samedi soir.
Posto logisticamente eccellente, a piedi si possono raggiungere molte destinazioni interessanti. Inoltre la disponibilità e la gentilezza dei 2 proprietari è senza fine. Assolutamente raccomandato, personalmente ci tornerò di sicuro la prossima volta che sarò a Catania.
The owner is very kind.
The location is quite convenient (near bus stop to go to the airport).
Good enough to stay for transit before travelling/leaving Sicily.
At first when i booked the apartment i wasnt too sure because im used to hotels but i have to say i cant fault it. The owner ivana was very welcoming treating me not only as a guest but like a family member welcomed me to her home offered me a lovely room, showed me what to do in catania and also where to eat. Lovely big size room good air con and nice art work. Shower big enough too.
Il b&b Ivana si trova al centro di Catania in un palazzo storico. A 2 minuti dalla fermarta del bus per chi arriva dall' aeroporto.
Le camere sono spaziosissime con alti soffitti in parte decorati. Camera e bagno molto puliti, presenti tv wifi aria condizionata. Il soggiorno comprende anche la colazione con the caffe succhi di frutta yogurt cereali fette biscottate marmellata e frutta. Ivana è molto simpatatica e disponibile e avendo il volo in tarda serata mi ha permesdo di restare nell' area comune.Lo consiglio a tutti...in pieno centro e a 15 minuti con i mezzi pubblici dal mare. Sicuramente ci ritornerò!!
Es un buen hostal,asequible,en pleno centro de Catania. La Sra es un encanto y muy amable. Se ofreció a llevarnos a la estación en su coche.Recomendable
La proprietaria del B&B è molto gentile, senza essere invadente. Siccome avevo l'aereo molto tardi la sera mi ha dato la possibilità di trattenermi nella stanza oltre l'orario del check out, dato che non c'erano per quella data altri ospiti in arrivo. Ovviamente questo favore mi ha fatto molto piacere e molto comodo.
I stayed 4 days. Staying was amazing, super comfortable as location, close by short walk to all, very clean and quiet. Ivana's welcome was really warm. She is keen in giving tips and help if any question. She is very flexible in all the requests including check out. I definitely recommend this location for a good stay in central Catania. Thanks Ivana.
Das äussere Erscheinungsbild ist erschreckend , aber innen , es war wohl mal eine große Wohnung ? In der Diele Ansammlung von Kitsch . Das Zimmer aber schön groß und minimalistisch , wohl etwas afrikanisch mit Rattanmöbeln eingerichtet , TV und Wlan vorhanden . Das Bett groß und sauber , die Matratze sehr gut . Badezimmer sauber und man hat alles was man braucht , sogar ein Bidet , auch sehr sauber . Auf meine Frage wann es Frühstück gibt wurde 7°° Uhr gesagt . Ich war 7!! Uhr da , sonst keiner , kam auch niemand . Es war eingedeckt aber es gab nichts außer ein paar Keksen , auf die ich aber verzichtet habe , fuhr dann eben ohne Kaffee zum Airport
Super séjour chez Ivana ! La chambre était très spacieuse, toujours propre et le petit déjeuner quotidien copieux et délicieux.
Ivana nous a accueillies chaleureusement et nous as tout de suite donné un plan de la ville avec les lieux historiques. L’hotel est situé au cœur de la ville et il y fait vraiment bon vivre. Nous avons passé un séjour excellent !
Esperienza molto positiva... da Ivana è come sentirsi a casa propria! Tutto molto easy e accogliente... solo un pó rumoroso nel fine settimana, compresibile considerata la posizione centrale e la vicinanza a numerosi lacali!
Stra... consigliato!
Хотите пожить в типи чной итальянской квартире?)))
Нам досталась большая комната в коммунальной квартире. Обслуживанием занимается очаровательная женщина, подруга хозяйки квартиры. С другими гостями мы ни разу не столкнулись. В нашей комнате была индивидуальная ванна со всем необходимым. Завтрак нам накрыли в большой, полностью оборудованной кухне. Завтрак для Италии был хорошим, но мужчинам наверное будет недостаточно одних булочек, хлопьев и йогурта. Хотелось бы, чтобы меню было хоть несколько кусочков колбаски. Вечером захотели перекусить в номере, хозяйка сразу выдала всю необходимую посуду. Жилище нас удивило росписью на потолке и антикварной мебелью. Жили как в музее)) Расположение дома великолепное, до всех достопримечательностей ходили пешком. Рекомендую однозначно
Nataliya
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
12 May 2019
Liked: Staff & service
La posizione è buona, una diecina di minuti a piedi sia dalla stazione centrale di Catania che da piazza duomo. La sigora Ivana è molto cordiale e prepara una buona prima colazione.Sono rimasto abbastanza soddisfatto.
Behind unprepossing street facade,this provides very comfortable accommodation. Ivana is an excellent,caring and accommodating host. Accommodation is in an active family environment but there is excellent separation from the delightful family. Room is spacious with adjacent sitting room. Cleanliness is impeccable. Breakfast is typical Italian. Location is very good mid-way between the railway station and the centre (cathedral) of the city both less than 15 minutes easy walk away. There are plenty of eating possibilities very close by ranging from simple bites to trattoria to fine fish restaurant linked to the BnB. Payment is by cash only - no credit card facility. In all,a very happy place to stay.