Name: Romano House
Address: Giovanni Di Prima, 20, Catania, 95131, IT

4/10

Poor

25 Apr 2026

Lawrence

The property had an issue and moved us to a different hotel, barely a 3 star when I was expecting a 4 star.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Andrew

Friendly staff, good breakfasts, room very clean.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2026

Mildred

The room was clean and the staff were friendly. The location was excellent.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Ladislav

Good experience

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2025

Istvan

Clean room, friendly staff, reasonable location

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2025

Gail

Our stay in Catania was great. The hotel manager went above and beyond helping us on multiple occasions.
The area and views from the hotel were less than scenic but a short walk away was the dining, shopping, and historic areas. It was a little unnerving to find the hotel lobby door was locked on the inside so we could not exit without the desk clerk and his key when leaving early.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Nov 2025

catalin

The room needs attention as the lighting was insufficient. We had a hard time seeing in the room as there wasn’t enough light available.
Also, the TV remote didn’t work as the batteries were dead probably. Otherwise everything was find.
Not big things but addressing these minor issues would make a big difference.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2025

Renata

Modern room, very quiet

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Kayla

Great spot!

I really loved this spot. Location was good and staff was even better.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

Jeongho

Kind staffs, cozy room, easy to get to downtown, a good parking lot nearby.
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Business

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2025

Helen

It was ok for what we wanted.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2025

Barbara

Staff is very helpful. Day staff had especially strong English skills, which came in handy for us!

4/10

Poor

19 Aug 2025

lydia

Concierge not helpful at all

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2025

Carlos

Very good breakfast, great location.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2025

Michael

The area definitely looked unsafe, pillows sucked terribly, memory foam hard as brick!! Bed to tossed and turn all night before my leave to the airport even left 1.5 hours before my scheduled time just couldn’t sleep

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

karen

Our experience could not have been better. We are three American Senior women and the hotel went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and welcome. All the staff was excellent, especially Giacomo at the front counter who gave us explicit instructions and directions and also Antonio the bar manager who went out of his way to make our experience extra special, even telling us about the special Prosecco.

Family

4/10

Poor

23 Jun 2025

doug

The pictures of the property are not reality

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2025

Elaine

Great convenient location to train or shopping area, staff and service very helpful. Need to be vigilant though if you turn right. Breakfast service was particularly good. The bathrooms and other amenities are dated or need some maintenance.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2025

Piedad

It was an OK hotel, location can be better, parking lot available a block away. Good service and breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2025

s r

The hotel is within easy walking distance of the airport bus stop if you haven’t much baggage. It’s very close to the metro station which is one stop from the train station. This was very convenient for me since I used Catania as a base to explore Taormina and Siracusa. It is around 15 minutes walk from the duomo and main tourist sites. The restaurant behind the hotel had live music outdoors but it was quiet by 11 pm. The breakfast buffet was very good with a fine array of choices. Management was very prompt in replying to queries on WhatsApp. Highly recommended.

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2025

NANCY

Marco in the bar was the absolute best. He catered to us and made us feel so welcome and the breakfast was delicious.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2025

Peter

Good location

Hotel is close to subway , restaurants, and old center of city. Good breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

Pompa

Simply fantastic. We had a suite and it was majestic. The decor was so unique, it’s worth a mention. The breakfast was great. Their happy hour is an experience that should not be missed. We were warned about the neighborhood, so we were cautious. But again, there were so many options nearby. Absolutely fantastic experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2025

John

Great stay in Catania here for a little winter sun. Staff were amazingly helpful, upgraded our room for free suggested nearby towns to visit. The breakfast everday was exceptional and there were no shortage of option's. The room was spacious and well maintained throughout our stay. The gym was functional (though perhaps the treadmill could do with a service)... the hotel is close to central Catania so makes the perfect base to visit the city. Would definitely stay here again and reccomend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2024

Sen Chin

Excellent location

Location is excellent, just ensure to turn left from the lobby door. The right side is “red light” district the staff said. Other than that, it’s safe and clean and very near to many great restaurants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2024

rick

Very modern and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Several restaurants within easy walking distance.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Dec 2024

Pamela

Front desk staff very helpful. Good breakfast array. In a gritty neighborhood. Room could use comfortable easy chairs, not a single plastic one. Mattress could be updated.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2024

CARLOS

Really nice hotel and great breakfast

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2024

Marcus

Lovely hotel and great staff—especially Giacomo!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2024

Clinton

Breakfast was ample and had a satisfying variety.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2024

Matthew

Very clean and well appointed property, the staff were very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The room was clean and tidy and breakfast in the morning was very nice.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2024

Bob

My wife and I stayed at Romano House on two occasions recently while coming/going to Sicily through Catania. Roberta checked us in both times. She was extremely gracious and helpful. She greatly simplified our travels by suggesting use of the Metro, which stops only a block away, to get to bus and train stations. The breakfast was very good. Although not located in our favorite part of the city, Romano House proved to be an excellent stay on both visits, and we would certainly return.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2024

Nancy

This is my second stay at Romano House and I was very pleased to return. The staff is excellent - very helpful and friendly. Several dining options within a one block area. Best of all was the garden terrace!

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2024

Rodney

Staff were incredible and helpful with everything we asked for.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2024

Paul

A cut above

After staying at many different properties at a similar price point around Sicily, Romano House stands out. Modern, comfortable, exceptionally helpful and accommodating staff, good breakfast selection. Small things you might take for granted elsewhere but aren't common in Sicily that made our stay better. Conveniently located in the city center as well. Recommended.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Maybe better if you like to party

Positives: Really nice staff. Breakfast included. Good location if you want to hit the main tourist spots. Good restaurants and shopping nearby. Buses nearby. Can walk to the train station too. Negatives: Very weird layout for a room. I felt like i was in a pre-fab house. Noise was a significant issue for me: shoes from the room above, as well as the late-night partying on the terrace. I wore earplugs. Not a good place if you are sensitive to noise, or don’t forget your earplugs.

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Sep 2024

Diane

The hotel staff are excellent and the hotel is in a great central location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2024

Eytan

Nicest staff ever

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Pedro

Nice stay for a solo trip to Catania.

Clean, modern and nice hotels close to the historic district of Catania. Easy access, many attractions within walking distance. Staff were great, attentive and kind. A tour to Siracusa was sold out; however, the guy at the front desk helped me to organize a tour on my own that cost a fraction of what I would’ve paid. He printed bus schedules, and a map with the highlights I needed to see, all at my own pace.

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Newer property that's basic but clean

Helpful front desk. Clean, spacious room with comfortable beds, although no virtually no decor--just beds, TV, one chair. No pictures. Shower is very nice, and everything works. Included breakfast has many selections, hot and cold. A few minutes walk from the city center. Some noise midday from construction, but not too bad.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2024

John

This was a great property to stay. It was very close to major streets for shopping, and also great restaurants. The staff was great, very friendly and extremely helpful. I would stay there again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2024

Laura

Nice happy hour on the terrace and big selection at breakfast

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

01 Jul 2024

Mònica Fuertes

they gave us separate rooms which they arranged the next day. The elevator broke and they forgot to put assign on the second floor. They only did it on the ground level.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2024

Sissy

The hotel is very nice but the surrounding area was just dirty, run down and it didn’t help that the red light district was a few meters down the road.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2024

Donald

Good location, quiet. TV takes a bit to know how to use it...it wasn't easy. Had to consult with front desk on its operation. A/C worked ok. They provided a fine breakfast with good variety. Service during breakfast was good and prompt when we needed something extra.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2024

Philippe

Memorable stay in the center of Catania

It was our second stay at Hotel Romano House.
The staff Roberta and Giocomo were very welcoming.
We were upgraded to a larger room which was very appreciated.
The breakfast buffet is delicious and plentiful with a good variety of food.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2024

joan

Great staff great room we loved it. Only 1 night. Excellent help from staff .

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2024

Japhie

Its a modern, clean, fresh hotel located in the heart of everything. Perfect location!!!!

2/10

Poor

04 Apr 2024

Yevgeniya

The room had smokers smell. Construction is going on right outside the windows.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2024

Timothy s

An exceptional hotel in every way. Modern chic rooms in an historic building. Walkable to restaurants and historic sights. Staff went out of their way to accommodate any need or question. One of the best hotels I have stayed in for many years.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2024

giancarlo

Good service

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2024

Joseph

I stayed 5 nights and the staff were the best, very attentive and always courteous. However, the bathroom needed work - the toilet seat was loose and kept moving side-to-side and the shower water has accumulated a cruddy mold-like growth along the walls at the baseboard on the bathroom floor.

Business_and_leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2024

Ramon

Convenient

Very nice hotel, modern and clean. Convenient to Catania center and walkable to all attractions of the city. Walkable and lots of food options nearby. Friendly service and good and tasty breakfast. Will definitely return.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2023

Carol

Very friendly and helpful staff.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2023

Wenny

Excellent service

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Dec 2023

yongwei

It is located in the center of the old town mins from the main shopping street and attractions. The hotel is very modern and the room is small but it was very clean and comfortable. It is on a quiet street with lots restaurants nearby. The breakfast was good and the staff was helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2023

Emily

Antonio in the Bar was especially nice to our Rick Steves Tour group.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2023

Grzegorz

Nice hotel with amazing location and front desk st

Really nice hotel.
Pros:
Great location, good breakfast,super friendly front desk staff,
Cons:
Room need little upgrades, sofa and ottoman were dirty, bathroom floors could be cleaner, very unfriendly bartender/breakfast help guy name Marco.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2023

Michael

Clean and modern hotel. Restaurant staff and front desk staff were very helpful

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Oct 2023

Avram

Only stayed one night. Well located. The staff was very helpful. The room was very clean. Reasonably priced.

Self

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2023

David

Great room

This hotel was immaculate and updated. The bathroom was very big and the rooms had a lot of amenities. It would take a street wise person to feel comfortable in the area but for those just looking for a place to rest her head this is amazing.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2023

Bruce

The bedt

Ultra modern. Very nice great front desk

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2023

Maria

Antonio was an amazing host and bar tender that served us at the happy hour and made our entire trip amazing. Loved talking to him as he was very helpful and approachable and entertaining and hosted us extremely well.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2023

Nancy

Excellent staff and comfortable room.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2023

Debbie

went beyond our expectations and helped us to understand the parking ticket we received and how to fill in the information! He and his crew were very quick to serve us cappuccino and keep our plates cleared at breakfast. It was a very good breakfast buffet.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2023

Jonathan

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Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2023

Paddigene

The hotel was beautiful and the staff were professional and very helpful. Would highly recommend this hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2023

Robert

Nice room with good amenities. There was no shampoo or conditioner in the bathroom. This may have just been an oversight.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2023

Erika

Great position to monuments.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2023

Guice

Easy to get to from bus and train station. Close to main square and restaurants. Very good BK comes with the room.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2023

Oscar

It was good value for money. Cleaning is good and the hotel has tried to keep a sharp style. This is not, though, a 4 star property but like a 3stat .
Staff is really friendly and helpful. If you are driving, parking may be an issue as it requires some walking and learning how to use the garage.
Location is good otherwise as it is walking distance Catania's historic centre.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

25 May 2023

Ora

The only good thing about this property was it’s staff. They were so sweet and helpful with everything. However this hotel should never have been ranked. 4star. It is a max 2 star at the best. The. Building is odd and run down. It’s next to a burned down area which looks like the other half of the building. At night the streets were busy and noisy. People were yelling until 3-4 am. I did not sleep at all. It was not a pleasant stay at all. I don’t recommend this hotel to anyone.

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2023

James

Property was very clean and centrally located. Neighborhood noise, dogs and motorcycles made sleeping a challenge

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2023

Robert

Excellent breakfast and hotel bar (excellent service by bartender Antonio).

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

12 May 2023

Michael

Very nice property and welcoming staff

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2023

Fanny Pei

Very nice customer service from desk!

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

07 May 2023

Margaret

The staff was very helpful, especially Martina at the front desk and the incredibly congenial bartender. The room, however, was the noisiest we’ve ever stayed in - just off the lobby - and it’s unfair to charge guests about 200€ to stay in it. Plus the lights didn’t work properly, there were no reading lamps at the bedside, no English TV stations such as BBC or CNN - all very basic and tired. When we left early for the airport there were what appeared to be prostitutes within a block of the hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2023

Gleb

Amazing hotel in a renovated mansion. Beautiful clean rooms. Great breakfast with local pastries, friendly and helpful staff. What else can I wear? A traveler desire. I would stay here again without reservation.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2023

Fanny Pei

Front desk customer service are very good and very helpful!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Apr 2023

Lilly

Rooms a little dated especially with no USB ports. A bit strange for this day and age.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2023

Nicholas

Lovely hotel and great people. Made to feel very welcome and helpful with local directions.
It's a super location. Just walk out the door and turn left. Would stay again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Apr 2023

Christian

Tea and coffee in the room, light coming in in the morning through curtains, shower was noisy after using , with drops of water touching the bottom and making noise.
Overall a great stay though
Thank you

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2023

Beverly

Not What I Booked

Room was nothing like what I booked - it was 2 levels with narrow stairs. They were fully booked so we're not able to move me till next day.

Mirrors were dirty - cleaning not up to pas

The staff were very friendly and as helpful as could be.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

Catania Oasis

Our 5 night stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The helpfulness of the staff made a obvious difference from other hotels we have stayed in recently. Especially Martina and Jiacomo at the front desk and Antonio at the bar/restaurant. Their professionalism and genuine kindness are true credits to this establishment!
I can confidently recommend this hotel.
Thanks so much!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2023

TVIA

excellent

Hotel in an excellent location, 5 minutes and you are on Athena Street. Excellent pizzas right next to the hotel. Highly recommended hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2023

KEITH

This is a great Hotel. Good place for walking and catching a bus or train to visit out side Catania.
The staff are excellent and very help full. The Hotel is 20 mins away from the Airport and the staff can arrange a taxi for 30Euros. So many local place to eat. I have said there 4 time now and will stay again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2023

Pamela

Giacomo at front desk makes the stay

Giacomo at the front desk was absolutely amazingly helpful, friendly, and made the stay a much better experience.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2023

Keith

Great saff,great breakfast all in all lovely stay

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2023

Shirley

Loved the hotel. Giacomo was wonderful and very helpful.
A/C in room wasn’t working.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2023

Hai

The apartment is very spacious is tight in the heart of Taormina. It boasts a fantastic unobstructed view of clay tennis courts, a beautiful garden, the coast and Mount Etna. Ealing up in the morning to a blissful sunshine coming through the windows was absolutely priceless.

Chiara is a top notch host. She went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect stay. She secured for us a parking space (in Taormina!!!), and sorted us for dinner on a New Years Eve!!! Her communication throughout was simply amazing.

Definitely highly recommended. Would be very happy to stay again and recommend the property to friends and family.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2022

M

Big and beautiful room!

Big and beautiful room! We stayed for one night to check out Catania and it was a perfect stay. The hotel is located in the centre and easy to get to the airport or to take a bus to another Sicilian city. The gym was also a nice one.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2022

Heath

The room was large and the bed was comfortable. The staff at the hotel were extremely friendly and helpful. When in Catania again, I will definitely stay here again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2022

dwaine

Very friendly staff. Jackamo was awesome.
Great location for Christmas market and waking to sights in old town. However a bit seedy if you go in wrong direction.
Room was modern, spacious and clean.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Oct 2022

Louise

My room was beautiful, with a comfortable bed. The man who checked me in was very helpful, ordering me a taxi for the morning.
The room I stayed in was very noisy on a Saturday night with cars, motorcycles, and loud people on the street. I was unable to sleep!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

30 Sep 2022

Bernadette

The hotel itself was just as advertised, clean, well appointed ,with fabulous helpfull staff and front desk. However, it appears several 'wings' were stuck together to create the whole! 50 some odd rooms kind of confusing layout. The hotel itself is in kind of a sketchy area, you had to be careful walking around,,although we did..there was plenty to see close by. Very good value for the price

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2022

Janet

The hotel/front desk manager was very helpful in every way. I was delighted with the history of the property and the location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2022

Paul

Great hotel and wonderful staff

Wonderfully helpful staff in an ideal location a 15 minute walk away from the main areas of Catania. Wonderful city and lovely hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2022

Yusuf Levent

The staff at the reception (Sabrina and Giacomo) and restaurant were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is well situated in the center if Catania and offers great value for the price.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2022

Sean

Great modern hotel with gorgeous antique accents. Close to the center of Catania - walking distance to everything. Super friendly staff!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2022

Adam

Well located hotel in baroque building

Very convenient location close to Piazza Stesicola. Superior room was large with high stucco ceiling and the bed comfortable. Good quality breakfast. Only downside was the dimness of the room - needs more lighting!

Partner