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Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

Sicily · Italy

Via Castello Ursino 38View location

9.4/10Excellent149 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.4/109.4
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

A stay at Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast places you in the heart of Catania, within a 10-minute walk of Via Etnea and Catania Cathedral. This bed & breakfast is 0. 7 mi (1. 1 km) from Catania Port and 1. 6 mi (2.

6 km) from Catania Beach. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the shuttle (surcharge).

Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, limo/town car service, and a computer station. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment.

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Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

With a stay at Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast, you'll be centrally located in Catania, steps from Ursino Castle and within a 5-minute walk of Catania Fish Market. This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Via Etnea and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Catania Cathedral.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment.

Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Business facilities
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:30 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators No alcohol served onsite No front desk Events/parties allowed Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions LGBTQIA+ friendly Guest will receive an email before arrival 5 days Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    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.
    • Cleaning fee: EUR 9 per accommodation, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Alcohol is not served at this property.
    • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
    • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Parties and events are allowed on site
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
    • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night (1640 ft away)
    • A late check-out fee will be charged
    • Housekeeping fee: EUR 8 per day
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per stay
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 39.0 per night
    • Towels fee: EUR 15 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Giovanni Verga's House Museum 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Piazza Mazzini 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Greek-Roman Theatre 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Via Crociferi 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Fish Market 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Catania Fish Market 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Emilio Greco Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Piazza del Duomo 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Amenano Fountain 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Ursino Castle 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Villa Pacini 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Elephant Fountain 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Museum of Contemporary Art in Sicily 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Roman Odeon 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Fera 'o Luni Market 0.4 km / 0.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 4
  • bed and breakfast
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safe
  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • TV lounge
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  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • QUADRUPLE THREE BEDSQUADRUPLE • THREE BEDSQUA.3B

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    THREE BEDS

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    Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

    QUADRUPLE THREE BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.3B

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG

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  • TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

    TRIPLE TWO BEDS

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.2B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

9.4
Excellent
149 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
75 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
31 May 2026
Anna
Great location, parking easy beautiful accommodation thank you
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2026
Julie
The rooms are beautiful, small fridge and hot water kettle in the room I had. Breakfast is offered in the common area. Manuela is a wonderful person, speaks English, and takes wonderful care of the property and her guests. I loved it all, but the 2 flights of marble stairs were difficult for me. Manuela saved me by helping with my suitcase. Grazie mille, Manuela!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Robert
Manuela was an amazing host. Simply the best! Would stay there anytime I am in Catania.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Tuba
The hotel is at the second floor with no elevator. Staff is great, but breakfast is weak.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
Dana
Absolutely a spectacular host and a great location
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Abhijit
Very helpful staff, lovely room
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Kenneth

Nice!

Nice place, great staff!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Sep 2025
Leonid
We really enjoyed our stay at Il Leone Blu. The location was excellent, the room was comfortable, and the service was warm and welcoming. A couple of small things could be improved: the shower cabin could be a bit bigger, and the breakfast could offer more variety. Overall, it was a very good experience and we would recommend it.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2025
Georges
Manuela was very welcoming and helpful. Beautiful renovated rooms in historical building.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2025
Sarah
What a gem. The room was comfortable and easy to locate. Manuela, our host, was wonderful to communicate with and was very helpful! Breakfast was simple but welcome each morning. I appreciated the amenities in the common space. Close to all attractions!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Riverin,
Manuela is really accommodating, available, and quick to respond to requests. The location is perfect; almost everything is within walking distance. We recommend the place😃
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Antonino

Clean comfortable and good location

Clean, comfortable and great customer service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
ALEJANDRO
Great stay, great value and convenient location. Manuela was very attentive and accommodating. The communication with the host was pleasant and professional.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Rachel
This property is lovely and the location can’t be beat for exploring Catania. It is just a few steps from Ursino castle and a couple of blocks from the amazing fish market. The room is spacious and beautiful. But what made it truly exceptional was the amazing care and hospitality of our host, Manuela. My daughter arrived before me and she looked out for her and really helped with check in and communication throughout. Highly highly recommended!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Steve
The host was very helpful in finding us parking and restaurant ideas.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Christine
Host was so friendly and gave us many recommendations on what to do for our stay in Catania. We arrived before check in and asked to store our luggage until check in. To our surprise she got the room ready and we were able to check in early. They had breakfast every morning and coffee and water available in the lobby 24/7 which was great. The rooms were spacious and airy and very clean. I would stay here again.
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2025
Caitlyn
Manuela is amazing! She made our staff incredibly comfortable, provided a lovely breakfast each morning, and answered any questions. She even gave us some guidance on things to see and do. I would absolutely stay at this charming B&B again!
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
Alessio
Great room and fantastic host. Thank you!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
MacKenzie
Once at the property, I could walk everywhere. I only needed taxis to/from the airport. great location! Staff was very friendly, they let me check in early. Breakfast was tasty and the place is quiet. Bathroom was nice. All in all, great experience.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2025
Barrett
Great location for exploring Catania. We had a very nice room with balconies overlooking the castle.
Business Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2025
Lenka
Perfect accommodation, everything clean, fragrant and comfortable. The lady was very nice and helpful, she allowed us to stay earlier, which we very much appreciated with the children. During the day, you can make coffee or tea and have a small breakfast when you leave early. Amazing for us. thank you! Great restaurant st. Antonio nearby.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Marco
Proprietaria molto premurosa e simpatica: ci ha dato ottimi consigli sui locali in cui mangiare e sulle cose da fare in città, come la visita guidata al monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò, ora sede dell’Università di Catania. La struttura è pulita e arredata con gusto: ci siamo trovati molto bene.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2024
Elizabeth
This was a gem of a stay! Although it is a small and intimate space, our room was large and beautiful, with great attention to detail, and a family-style breakfast table. Manuela & Dario, and their on-site colleague, were an absolute delight.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2024
Allie
The host was very accommodating, location was good lots of dining options close by and the room was beautiful and clean
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Nina

Historical stay in this beautiful B&B

An excellent B&B with amazing staff. Everything you need for a city break and a delicious breakfast. The rooms are beautifully decorated.
Great area surrounded by great bars and restaurants.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Vianey
Manuela provide the best service and attitude.she deserved 5starts
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2024
Francesco

Beautiful stay in Catania!

Il Leone Blue is an amazing place to stay for a visit in Catania. The rooms are really clean and newly renovated. AC works great (and in summer is a must!). Manuela has been nice and very communicative, she got us great indications where to have dinner and explore. Catania downtown is an amazing city, beautiful and lively. Of course you have to consider that you are in an historical downtown, walking distance from everything so the parking is always sketchy and the buildings have narrow stairs you have to use to got in and out but that is also part of the experience! Definitely recommend to spend time here at \"Il Leone Blue\"!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2024
Rebecca
Had a lovely stay here! Wonderful place.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2024
Tracy
Location is good, with some great restaurants and bars close by.

Manuela was very friendly and helpful, and the check in was straight forward.

Room 4 however, is tiny, cramped, airless and gloomy. It had no space and a small window. Definitely not like the room photos which prompted us to book.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2024
Anna
Il Leone Blue is a beautiful, charming place, specious and very comfortable bed. We absolutely loved the decor, the stylish furniture, the art, the books on history of the place, even the appliances were very cool but the most amazing are tge ceilings. When you wake up and open your eyes, you truly feel like royalty, absolutely loved it!!! Also the place is located in a heart of Catania, we walked everywhere, lots of options for dining as well. The host, Manuela, is an excellent communicator, she even sent us a video how to open the door, which was very helpful, we were able to leave our luggage after check out and she even called us a taxi to take us to the airport. It was very good experience and I would highly recommend Il Leone Blue for a stay in Catania.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

will stay here when i come back

amazing hosts, great CLEAN place. pleasant rooms. cute bfast
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2024
Lisa
We had a great stay at Il Leone Blu. The B&B is immaculate and the rooms are beautifully decorated. Manuela was extremely informative and helpful, and the lady that looked after the breakfast and the rooms was lovely. Would definitely stay there again if we went back to Catania.
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
07 Nov 2023
Naomi

Poor service leads to disappointing stay

Disappointing in many respects. Check- in done by apps and phone- never met manager. Felt very impersonal. Breakfast was day before leftovers-poor selection, small amount and pastries stale. Website says airport shuttle costs€18 but hotel arranged taxi cost € 30 and my friend €40! Biggest issue was Hotels.com says pay at property but with no communication or forewarning, manager put hotel cost through on credit card used to reserve room. When I tried to have hotel charged to a different credit card, manager complained it would cost her and was too much trouble. Very poor service but room was large, clean and with windows shut, most of the noise from the bar below wasn’t heard.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2023
Kenneth
Very nice room! Great location, the block looks a little sketchy but it’s totally safe and really convenient to serious touristy areas. We didn’t get to have breakfast because of an early flight, but highly recommend!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2023
Gailmarie
Gorgeous rooms in older building. Spacious, well appointed, beds and bath very comfortable. Fabulous high painted and decorated ceilings. Good breakfast and helpful staff. The entry way is older and plain but delight ensues as soon as you open the door to the second floor. Very helpful getting a cab for early morning flight.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2023
Laura

Charming hidden gem in Catania

We loved our very comfortable and clean accommodations. The painted ceiling and the three balconies added such charm. Room is spacious and the bedding very comfortable. The arrival from the street was a bit rough with some construction in the entry area and lots of stairs...first impression was a little rough, but once you get up the stairs you enter the most lovely common area and unit. Location was excellent...one of our best meal in Sicily was the meal right down the road at Ristorante da Antonio! Service was attentive and helpful with our arrival and departure information. Highly recommend!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2023
Matthew
Decent property. No parking available unless you pay 20 euro a day.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2023
Suzanne
Very beautiful old buildings and amazing ceilings.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2023
Anne
We had an absolutely amazing stay, Manuela could not have been more hospitable. The room is exceptionally clean and smelt of fresh linen, we had the option of Netflix on the TV and the communal breakfast and dining area was great. Wish I could give this place 10 stars
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2023
Barbara
This is a beautiful B&B. It is a great location with lots of restaurants and sights within walking distance. Manuel arranged our requested transfers. The only draw back is there is no elevator. There are stairs going up about four flights. Our driver carried our luggage up. It was a lovely place to stay! We would stay there again if we went back to Catania!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2023
Leah

Book this place!

We had a wonderful stay in an amazing room. Book room number 1! Large and very nicely appointed with three Juliette balconies a sitting area and amazingly comfy bed. Breakfast was very good and the hotel is located within walking distance to all the historical sites and very good restaurants. (Photo is of the ceiling in our room)
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Dec 2022
Liza

Nice room though pushy staff.

The owner/manager went above and beyond as I was delayed and arrived late.

I thought breakfast finished at 8:30. A lady came in then and said no, breakfast 8:30. I stayed had a pice of toast and yogurt. The lady was in a tizzy kept saying out by 10:30… I understood that well. Kept saying si… Had wished to take a walk before leaving. She kept repeating must clean. I was all packed up … the repetition and angst became too much so I got my bags she took one brought it to street full of grazie with a push. My dog used to watch me closely eat so I was used to it…cappuccino was milk froth. grateful for beginning, though complicated… ending not so good… felt pushed out early. It was a clean quiet room… it was a travel adventure and my first night in Sicily.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2022
Sham
good accomadation. I lot of steps up to the room not great with a lot of luggage. But room was very good. Was a good location very. Close to the sites to see and places to eat near by.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2022
Miles
Manuela kept in touch to make sure our arrival and stay were easy. Clean and modern interior with comfortable beds. Also helped with dinner reservations.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2022
Sue
Very convenient location.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
The property is in the heart of the historic part of the city , within easy walking distance of all major attractions and amenities . It's location gives guests a real flavor of life in authentic Siciliano city. It is excellently well maintained, with a very warm and welcoming host who is a mine of information both local and further afield. Ignore other reviewers complaints of the surrounding noise, it's a lived in city. Enjoy the experience.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Everything was just perfect!! We loved to stay here and planning to go back here again! The owners are brilliant, thanks them for the great time!!!
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Adorable B&B in the heart of Catania. Very convenient location to visit the city, safe and walkable.
Host was amazing, she gave us great tips where to eat and what to visit, follow any advise she give you and you won’t be disappointed!!! Available free street parking around.
Only little con: no elevator.
Highly recommend!!!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2019
Lawrence

Catina

We stayed two nights. We were a little skeptical of the area when we first arrive but we were not used to the city. The host, Daniella, was fantastic. She saw us and came right down. She carried the larger suitcase up the stairs. The b&b is two flights up but we did not have to go in and out too many times. The whole b&b has been updated except for the beautiful original ceiling and other architecture features. Our room had musical instruments and flowers on the ceiling. Beautiful!
We were very close to the castle which is a museum and the Duomo. There are also other things to look at which we did not have time for. She gave us a fantastic local restaurant to eat at. Trattoria Giglio Rossa on Via S Anna. The food was fantastic. The first night we had the swordfish with almonds. The second night tuna with sweet and sour onions. For pasta penne with olive oil, garlic and cherry tomatoes. Best bread we had in the three weeks we spent in Italy
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2019
Richard

Loved it!

Location was great and such beautiful hotel! Very clean and nicely decorated. The owner was also super nice and overall we very much enjoyed our stay. The only area for improvement was the variety of food for breakfast- most of the food was just pastries and cake, not enough (or any) cheese and meat.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2019
Denise

Great location & comfortable room

Owner spoke English, gave us a map with tourist attractions & the times they were open & the cost of admission. Rooms were spacious, clean & comfortable with modern touches. Breakfast was always delicious. Would definitely recommend!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2019
Rikie
Excellent location. You to walk to all the historical places . The property is amazing and some rooms have original frescoes in the late Baroque style. Emmanuela is friendly and gives great advice about places to visit and local genuine trattorias. We felt relaxed and safe with her.
Would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2019
KWANG CHOI S

No lift B&B

The building is very old and there is no lift to the B&B which is located at 3rd floor. I have a luggage and feel tire to go upstairs when check in and go downstairs when check out.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2018
Mark

Lovely stay

Lovely place great hosts. Expensive taxi from hotel to airport
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
Great stay, very central. Recommended.
Near main attractions.
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2018
Victoria
We stayed one night at Il Leone Blu and Manuela made us feel very comfortable from start to finish. She gave us local recommendations and even extended breakfast for us the next morning! The B&B is fully renovated but maintains all the original Italian details, and was super clean. Thanks for a great stay!
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2018
Simon

Perfect stay in Catania

Manuela's property is both beautiful and ideally located. The building interior, recently restored, is stunning. The location is near to the main squares, and easily within walking distance of several major sights and nice restaurants.

As a host, Manuela gave us a great greeting and offered her time and effort for helping us with some logistics. She went above and beyond, without question.

Awesome stay. Fantastic service. I would recommend staying here.

Manuela, thank you for a lovely time in Catania.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
We stayed overnight at Il Leone Blu before our flight and it was the perfect accommodation for this - near the downtown action with restaurants and stores and with a short drive to airport.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
A very nice, friendly and well run B&B steps from the attractions of Catania. Wonderful, comfortable rooms, with a touch of class, in an old house but renovated with care and attention to detail. A great place to stay in Catania!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2017
Jackie

Gorgeous rooms, central location - AMAZING host!

This place is so beautiful. All freshly renovated with spacious airy rooms. Central to everything... walk to the castle, the cathedral, the market and the shopping district. But the real gem is Manuela your host. Gracious and lovely. So friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. I will go back without a doubt.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2017
Art

Centrally located.

Rooms are magnificently restored and bathroom was clean and modern. Ceiling in bedroom we stayed in is a work of art in itself. Some stairs to climb in dingy hallway, but host helps with bags. Location is central to most every site. Area could use a tune-up, but was safe and not out of line with what we saw in the rest of Catania. Restaurants in area recommended by host were excellent and very reasonable. Host, Manuela, was very informative, efficient and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would return.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2017
Evan

Very Nice B&B

The B&B was very nice. The hosts were very helpful, they recommend some very great local restaurants. They were able to give us a map with very detailed information about where to go and what to see. The room was amazing with a huge shower and a balcony. I would definitely stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Beautiful

Manuela was so helpful. It was a lovely stay. the ceiling in this room (no.1) is absolutely amazing. Close to everything. It is difficult to find first time though. Taxi driver was going round in circles. look for door no. 38 and to be sure - look up. There is a sign but it is on the second floor.
8/10
Excellent
17 Sep 2017
JR

Lovely room but some challenges.

Some challenges dealing with a group. Rooms were mixed up but staff worked hard to accommodate. Signage outside could be more visible. The rooms are actually 3 floors up a windy staircase with nothing on the ground floor to indicate the name of the B and B.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2017
mature couple

good B&B well located.

Owners Manuella and Dario were excellent, they run a very efficient, welcoming and stylish home. Very recently renovated, so everything in excellent condition, everything wonderfully clean. Two of the three rooms look out on a quiet side street, so centrally located but not noisy. Good air con, FABULOUS bathroom, satisfactory breakfast. They booked us lunch and dinner in excellent restaurants, and were extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. would happily recommend a stay there. Very good value.
2/10
Poor
12 Aug 2017
william
Catania is a very strange city. No real hotels. After having been at Taormina, this was such a let down. It was in a part of questionable area, you have to go up six flights of stairs, no real help, supposed to have breakfast, nothing prepared. It truly was a joke, however, Catania is not really a pretty city, and perhaps, a little scary, the restaurants were great. Just don't get a hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2017
Ray

Comfortable with a Great Location Near Town Square

Our first time to Catania and our stay couldn't have been any better. Our room was clean, spacious with a great air conditioner and very nice bathroom. Can't ask for a better host, within a few minutes of us settling in, she provided a local map with places to see and great places to eat or get a snack. The location was just a 5 minute walk from the town square and just down the street from a castle.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2017
Federico

A great place to stay in Catania!

We all had a great time in the excellent family room at Il Leone Blu. Manuela and Dario could not have been more friendly and helpful. Il Leone Blu is very well located, adjacent to the piazza where you find the historical Castello Ursino. Lots of friendly bars and restaurants close by. Parking was very easy.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2017
Carmen

Fabulous accomodation, and fantastic host!

Our stay was close to perfect thanks to the welcoming smile and always present good will of Manuela. She welcomed us even if we landed late. She gave us precious tips on how to make the most of Catania. The flat is just beautiful, renovated with great taste and the beds super comfortable. Bathrooms were in impeccable condition. The breakfast was varied and homy, Manuela made sure we enjoyed it. The area surrounding the b&b is great for food and centrally located to discover the real life of Catania by day and night. We stayed there as a family with a toddler and enjoyed every bit!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2017
Elizabeth

fantastic modern b&b

fantastic b&b. hosts are very welcoming and informative. I contacted them ahead of our stay to advise about a lactose intolerance for breakfast. Manuela supplied dairy free croissants, biscuits, yoghurts and milk. the room was beautifully decorated and the bathroom was modern and comfortable with good lighting and mirrors. conveniently located for the airport bus and also the centro storico sights and shops and restaurants
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Linn
Kind staff, super comfy bed, good breakfast, clean room, great location and so affordable!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Cathrine
We were two people visiting Catania on our way home staying one night. Many houses look a bit tired on the outside. This one showed a well maintained and lovely inside. Clean and nice, with an owner who was very helpful giving advice about restaurants and sights, ordering taxi and letting us in and out when we had our luggage in storage the day we left. Very welcoming and situated in a short walking distance from the city center, fishmarket and other sights. Will keep this one in mind and I will be happy to stay here again.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2026
Arpad
Excellent
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2026
Morten
Fleksibel vært, meget imødekommende. Hotel morgenmad meget fint og hyggeligt. Kedelig hotelfacade men meget fint indenfor. Tæt på centro - 5-10 min.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Morten
Meget imødekommende hotelejer og stor fleksibilitet. Udefra virker det hele slidt men værelser og fællesområder er hyggeligt og charmerende, men fin morgenmad.
Partner

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Via Castello Ursino 38, Catania, Italy

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