Al Duomo Inn

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

LuTisha

Great location. Wonderful host. Clean room and bathroom.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

Tomas

We had a lovely stay and met up with the great host. He gave us a lot of good advice and was very helpful. Highly recommend if you want a stay close to all sights and good restaurants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Borislav

Very nice and clean room and an excellent location. Exactly in the heart of the city.
Max , the host , is simply amazing. Extremely friendly and helpful. Upon my arrival I was given all instructions, recommendations etc.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

John

Once you learn the \"key system\", the room is perfect.
Max was very helpful to an English speaking
tenant.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Adam

Great friendly place and central location.

Great location and friendly stay. Would recommend if you want to be in the historic centre.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2025

Veronica

Perfect location for a long week-end stay

The double room at the first floor was really good with black-out blinds and well insulated from the noise outside! Max and Tiziana have been wonderful hosts, offering great insights to experience a wonderful long weekend in Catania!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

Janet

Great location with easy access to the central area. Staff were really friendly and helpful

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2025

Keith

Catania energy and vibe on your doorstep/balcony

What an amazing 2 days we had in the Al Duomo. It's literally in the heart of Catania and you can feel the vibe and rawness right from your balcony. But you can shut it out when you want to sleep! Our host Max was wonderful, giving us all the tourist tips and info we needed and loved the 4 euro breakfast deal he had done with the cafe round the corner. Will definitely be back.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Max

Fantastico!

Excellent location, close to sights. Max, the owner of the B&B, was very friendly and accommodating. My flight landed late at night, and I was worried there would be nobody to check me in, as it was a last-minute booking due to the cancellation of another B&B I had booked earlier. However, Max replied promptly and kindly sent very detailed instructions on how to get in. At 1 a.m., I managed to get into my room with no issues. Max even sent me a message to check on how I was doing, which was very kind.

My room had everything I needed for a one-night stay: a comfy bed, shower, TV, fridge, and coffee. The following day, after check-out, Max’s sister kindly allowed me to leave my luggage at reception before my coach to Palermo, which was very helpful and gave me the chance to explore Catania. Both hosts speak very good English, which is especially helpful in Sicily.

Thank you, Max & co. All the best. Ciao!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Verified traveler

Awesome

Max was the best host ever. He was available to help us with all sorts of things. The room was clean and in a perfectocation just steps from the Duomo Piazza. Great restaurants close by and just 5 minutes wal to the bus station.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2025

Clarinda

Max and his sister are excellent host. He even recommended several places for us to visit and also set us up with a Mt. Etna tour. This was a perfect location and convenient to many places. Thank you Max, we’ll be back and will be sure to stay here again. Ciao

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Feb 2025

Brandy

The owners are absolutely fantastic. Max was super nice and told us so many different places that we should visit while there and the best modes of transportation for each different place. He even arranged an Etna tour for us.
The location was perfect! It is right at the Piazza al Duomo, where you can walk less than a minute to see the square, the church, plenty of dining options and lots of little shops. Right around the corner is Via Etna, which provides a great view of the volcano.
The only downside was that there was ongoing restoration/renovation of the building, which included scaffolding along the front of the building. The scaffolding did inhibit some of the view that we would otherwise be afforded, but the construction workers were very considerate and didn't bother us at all.
Highly recommend if you want convenience and a nice quiet place to stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2024

Cynthia

Perfect stay near the best of of Catania

meraviglioso soggiorno in albergo Max!

This Inn is in the perfect location. It is a typical European room. Do not expect frills, large bathroom or room for excess luggage. Believe me, you don’t need it! You will be in your room to sleep. The rest of the waking hours you are wondering the fish market, which is no more than a three minute walk; you are enjoying a cafe or glass of wine the piazza, just steps from the inn, or you are enjoying a tour of the surrounding countryside. Al Duomo Inn is in the perfect location for taking in all of Catania with the friendliest of hosts.

If you are looking for a hotel retreat, spending large amounts of time in your room. This is not the hotel for you. However, if you want to get out and enjoy all Catania and the region has to offer, this is your spot!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2024

Bob

The proprietors of Al Duomo run their small inn as a “vocation” in almost a religious sense, with an exceptional dedication to their guests’ wellbeing. The rooms are impeccably clean, and Max goes way beyond what one normally expects to ensure that your entire experience in Catania goes as planned. Given the unexpected nature of international travel, Al Duomo offers more than just a room. It provides a great sense of orientation for getting on with the trip while making the most of Catania. Its central location with great street life and food makes for a very good stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2024

Brenda

We stayed 4 nights at the Inn & it was an amazing experience!! From the property’s location, to the clean, large & well appointed rooms with a high ceiling & louvered window coverings. The amenities in the bathroom, a mini bar (very reasonable prices) & a safe. Max & his sister have thought of everything to make their guests feel welcome & comfortable - from self-serve coffee in the lobby & cookies, easily accessible guide books & brochures, breakfast coupon for purchase at a restaurant just around the corner & even after you’ve checked out - the opportunity to safely store your luggage in the lobby until you depart. Max went above and beyond recommending great places to eat, sights to see & even booked tours on our behalf. Max is passionate about his city & it shows! We’ll soon be returning to Catania & the Il Duomo Inn B&B.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Sep 2024

Brenda

Centro Palermo is a noisy & high energy area - lots & lots of folks on the street until very late. If you’re a light sleeper like me, bring your earplugs you’ll sleep like a baby.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2024

Amy

Comfortable room in an excellent location. Our host Max was very helpful, responsive and friendly.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

25 Jun 2024

Verified traveler

Uncomfortable and very noisy

It's really noisy outside. People drinking, singing, and screaming on Saturday and Sunday... I couldn't sleep well. I already knew that they clean once every two days, but they also provide towels once every two days. There were a lot of bugs here and there and overall it was not comfortable.

Business

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2024

Sheri

Our street side first level room was appreciated for not requiring us to haul heavy luggage up steps. Convenience to historical sights, cafes and the fish market is a key reason to stay here. The owner was very communicative and willing to help if needed. Nightlife is noisy in Catania, but we slept well despite the noise. The room was spacious and had a refrigerator, comfy bed, AC, and nice shower. On a Sunday, we easily found an Uber to the airport with less than 25 minutes travel time. A gate plus deadbolt on the door made the room feel secure. Ample lighting and outlets.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2024

Christine

This was a perfect location, less than a 5 minute walk to historical sites, restaurants, shopping, vending machines, the fish market, etc.
Max gave helpful information about local sites and restaurants. On-street parking and a parking lot were both within walking distance. The building and room were older but the location more than made up for that.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Nov 2023

Peter

This is a great location for exploring Catania. Steps from so many great Catania sites. Clean and tidy. Highly recommended. Our hosts were terrific and answered all our questions and helped with reservations. The only comment is the place is branded as a \"B&B\", but they no longer provide breakfast. They did offer a voucher (for a fee) for a nearby cafe.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2023

Lynne

A lovely place to stay. The owners, Max and Tiziana, were extremely helpful and informative. Max helped us book a tour to Etna which was great. He also arranged our taxi to and from the airport. Would definitely recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2023

michael

so helpfull in getting me a car for my godfather film tour. transportation to the airport

Best, M

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2023

Philippe

Excellent accueil. Une très bonne adresse à Catane.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2023

Renay

This B&B may be considered by some as not visually appealing. But this opinion is soon replaced when one enjoys extreme cleanliness, the availability of the necessary products, and the exquisite attention from the host, Tiziana. Furthermore, the location is excellent.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2023

Khin Aye

near all the major tourist sites, shops and restaurants. Very helpful, communicate well and room comfortable,

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2022

Anastasiya

Excellent location, you can see the Duomo from the balcony. Walking distance to all of Catania’s major attractions.
The room is spacious and sparkling clean. The AC was a life saver in July. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2022

Bronwen

Max was very helpful and carried my suitcase up the marble stairs.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2022

Edward

Central location, access to airport, great selection of restaurants

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2020

graeme

Great stay!

Excellent all round. Quiet but in great location. Clean. Host was very helpful. Great breakfast. Highly recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jan 2020

Daniel

Hotel was very clean and very helpful

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2019

howard

Great value B&B

Great value B&B in a great location. No front desk or frills but nice breakfast and pleadant, helpul staff

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2019

RoxanaCabrera

Very friendly staff and very well located b&b. Thank you

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2019

Curtis

\"Max\" was great

We were the only guests the three nights so our breakfast was coupons at a nearby cafe. So, we never got to meet Tiziana but Massimiliano (Max) was great. Super welcoming, lots of hints, called to see if we needed anything middle of the first full day. Location is great.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

We were told we would have a full breakfast SERVED from 8:30 -10:30 and earlier if requested but what we got the first two days were items left out on the desk in our room, instant coffee (in Italy!) and some cold items like yogurt in the refrigerator. the third day when another room checked in we were finally given a full breakfast in the dining room which was quite nice. However, when we asked about our full breakfast service the first two days we were told our in room set up was it. Obviously not true.

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2018

Andrew

Neat BnB in the heart of Catania

Arrived at the BnB and was quickly checked into my room.
Room was very tidy with additional pillows, blankets and mini fridge stocked with very reasonably priced drinks. Host provided great assistance for nearby restaurants which were excellent. Morning was very quiet which was excellent.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2018

Tony

A good place to stay in the centre of Catania

Easy to find and local street parking although you might have to hunt for it. B+B in centre of everything and owners Max and his sister were great hosts. He speaks excellent English. Catania is well worth a visit. Breakfast in B+B excellent on the Saturday but on the Sunday we were given a voucher by the cleaner for a coffee and croissant at a local café. A disappointing surprise.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

A great choice for exploring Catania

This B&B is only a few minutes walk away from a main bus station, and the entrance to Catania’s central square. One needs to advise the owner of arrival time and there is a door bell with speaker. The host lives nearby and arrives quickly. We had a comfortable front room - street noise was reduced by double French windows to a small balcony. The B&B is on the first floor of an old building and has a small reception area and breakfast room. Breakfast is very generous and is served at the guests’ chosen time by cheerful woman. Max, the owner, is a friendly and helpful person who provides tourist advice and will arrange airport transfers. We recommend this as a good choice for international visitors. The fish and fruit market is nearby and tourist sites are within walking distance. Buses to other towns and the airport are only minutes away, as is the main shopping street and restaurants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2018

Beverly

Great hospitality!

Great host, met us and helped us with directions and parking. They provided a lovely breakfast and even packed up additional items for us as we were leaving early the next day.

Family

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2018

Verified traveler

Nice character hotel in city centre.

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2018

Janice

Simple hotel at an excellent location

If you are looking for a simple, basic, clean room in a brilliant location this is the place for you

8/10

Excellent

18 Mar 2018

Annette

location great

Pillows a bit flat and bed a bit lumpy but on the whole pleasant place to stay On arrival we had to wait about 15 mins for owner to arrive, breakfast was good great choice , staff were very friendly . will recommend

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2018

Rohit

It was good for everything will go back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2017

Heather

A little gem

Lovely accommodation and very friendly staff. Location perfect.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2017

Verified traveler

Amazing location - so close to the Cathedral and other important sites

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2017

Angela

Convenient location

We had a great stay at il Duomo Inn. Tiziana and Massimiliano were lovely and very helpful. Would stay again but longer next time

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2017

Inga

Great B&B

Centrally located, just a few steps from Duomo and the famous Pescheria. We were allowed an early check in, Max was extremely helpful and gave us some tips on the local restaurants serving great arancini siciliani and granite. Good beakfast, clean and cozy room, highly recommended for a stay in Catania.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2017

peter

Well located, fabulous room

Very well located just off the duomo square and the walking/shopping street with many restaurants and trattorias around the area. Our room had a balcony overlooking the street with a view to the duomo but it was very quiet as there were double doors and shutters on the windows. The room and bathroom and B&B building has been beautifully renovated and attractively decorated, and everything was very clean and in excellent condition. The bed was very comfortable with high quality linen and towels. There was a continental breakfast with good variety including fresh fruit set out on a terrace inside the building. The charming owner, Max, greeted us, helped us into the building and provided a map and directions to sights and recommended a trattoria for dinner. This was one of the best accommodations we stayed in in Sicily and far better than most of the 3 and 4 star hotels we had stayed in. Note there is one flight of stairs into tbe B&B. Highly recommended.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2017

Anthony J

Lovely bed & breakfast in historic center

We only stayed one night, but it was a beautiful room in a lovely historic building, balcony overlooking the piazza, a delicious breakfast, and wonderful host and hostess. In walking distance of many attractions and restaurants.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2017

Verified traveler

Just right!

Although the room was small, the location made up for this. The staff was friendly, hospitable, and helped in any way possible. Breakfast was much more than expected and the restaurants suggested were superb

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2017

John

Perfecto!

We really enjoyed our stay at Al Duomo B&B. Our hosts made us most welcome and their recommendations for eating out, etc., were spot-on. The en-suite room was just what we wanted, with the balcony having a view of the Duomo square. With the best ever breakfast to see us on our way, what's not to like?!?!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

Location is everything.

This B&B was a we gem. Great position for old town viewing and places to eat, take tours from and generally see Catania from. Staff were friendly and helpful with answers to all our questions that were practical.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2016

michelle

Catania central good choice

Lovely spot with view of duomo from balcony,
Noisy hot water bed a little hard but otherwise lovely and friendly and hosts helpful and good breay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2016

Steph

Charming B&B, best location and host

We only stayed overnight in Catania, but this B&B was so charming and Catania was so impressive that we wished we had stayed longer. This was our favorite hotel in Sicily. Massimiliano, our host, came with us to return our car so we wouldn't get lost, then gave us a mini-tour of the city on the way back. We stayed in the room in the photo, a cheerful, yellow room with a very comfortable queen bed. This was also the only B&B we stayed in that had a mini-frig and a safe. The duomo was steps from our hotel and we spent a lovely afternoon walking the historic streets. Max also sent us to a charming restaurant in the neighborhood with great food, and arranged for an early morning van to the airport. He provided breakfast in our room since we were leaving at the crack of dawn. I'm sorry we didn't get to have breakfast on the charming terrace. We would absolutely go back to this hotel when we return to see more of Catania.

6/10

Pleasant

17 Mar 2016

Russell

Location could not be better!

Fabulous location, but overpriced for quality of room, mattress, and breakfast. Max was incredibly helpful with info.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2016

Alan

Though we stayed for one night, it was a delightful launch of our 2 weeks in Sicily. The owner was helpful. It is well located in Catania.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2015

Barry

The location of B&B was great--right across from the Duomo.
The hosts were very helpful.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2015

simon

Friendly, great location

Small B&B just off Piazza Duomo which is great location to explore Catania. Nice room with balcony and really friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2015

Julie

Al Duomo B&B - little gem in the center of Catania

The B&B is in fantastic location. Max and his sister are nice and very accommodating. Their restaurant recommendations were fantastic. The breakfast included lots of fresh fruit and other delectable treats. Shower was great and bed very comfortable.

I would stay hear again in a heartbeat.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2015

Katherine

Lovely B&B in great location

We stayed one night at this delightful B&B, but would happily have stayed for longer. The room was very comfortable, with a fantastic view, and breakfast was delicious. The host is very welcoming and helpful, and enthusiastic about his town. Highly recommended!

8/10

Excellent

10 Aug 2015

Lyna

Nice stay

great hotel in a central location. clean room
I recommend!
Stuff members were really nice

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2015

Carol

Al Duomo Inn

We had a lovely stay here. Management was very helpful, giving great advice on where to eat. We were leaving very early in the morning so she gave us some breakfast provisions. She booked us a transfer to the airport. Our room was very nice. The only small problem was that the towels were very rough...though clean and the internet was limited to the entrance to the room. It was a very convenient position near the Duomo and piazza and shopping.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2015

Jennie

Great find in the city center.

Great find in the city center. Perfect location. Breakfast was wonderful. Just make sure you are in contact with owner with your arrival time. There is nobody that stays there all day and night.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2015

MRS M K WEGLOWSKA-OLIVEIR

In the heart of Catania

We Stayed in Catania for 1 night as a part of our anniversary trip to Sicily. And the hotel was just a perfect choice and it is in the heart of Catania, and in very convenient and beautiful location. The owner Massimiliano and his sister are very welcoming and helpful with advising you on your stay in Catania as well as with ordering the transport to the airport.We had a really lovely welcome on our anniversary:-) thank you!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2015

Verified traveler

Nice quiet hotel in the centre of Catania

All good. Friendly helpful staff. Clean and well presented. Nice breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2014

Dave

Excellent Location

The staff were very helpful with information about the area, where to eat, where to catch the bus for our next destination, where to get stamps etc.. Also, the owners offered to pick us up form the airport for 17 Eur. but, i chose to just take a cab so that I would not inconvenience them. The driver felt like taking us to the cleaners which was obvious to me as we passed the same bowling alley at least twice and the meter kept rising. We arrive at the B&B with a total fare of 47 Eur. The owner negotiated it down to 40 for us. Don't trust a Catania cab driver.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2026

Margje

perfect

Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Oct 2025

Patrik

Bra centralt läge i gamla stan, bra service

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Jonny

Nära gatan så en del ljud. Men närheten till det mesta värt att besöka i Catania gör det värt det.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2024

Giorgio

Mi è piaciuto tantissimo tutto

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2024

Christian

Man kann nicht alles haben. Die Unterkunft ist sehr zentral gelegen und daher auch praktisch als Ausgangspunkt zu allen möglichen Aktivitäten. Dafür muss man in Kauf nehmen, dass es eine gewisse Geräuschkulisse bis spät in die Nacht und ab frühmorgens gibt. Es gibt lauter positive Sachen, aber ruhiger Schlaf war bei mir nicht zu finden.

Darüber sollte man sich im Klaren sein, bevor man bucht.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

03 Oct 2023

Gianni

Ottima posizione, proprietà gentile, parcheggio difficile in centro città, camera con affaccio su via rumorosa.

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2023

Bjørn

Sentralt, stille, meget enkelt

All komminikasjon med verten måtte skje via imessage. Frokost var ikke inkludert i prisen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2023

Jens-Erik Jensen

Al Duomo Inn, great place to stay

We had four lovely days in Al Duomo Inn, it has a perfect location close to many things by foot, very good price. Max is a super helpful host, and I can only recommend the place, it is a little place so Max is not there all the time, but the you just call him, he speaks very good english and he will help you. I will stay there the next time I visit Catania. We had a nice room with a little balcony with a view to the Duomo square, Astrid and Jens

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2023

Laercio

Trata-se de um BB, mas muito charmoso, muito bem localizado, os donos do local extremamente atenciosos , nos passaram informações importantes sobre os locais para visitas, apesar de não ter café da manhã no local, vocês podem comprar um voucher com o Maximiano por apenas 4 Euros por pessoa para tomar um ótimo cafe da manhã a poucos metros do local com várias escolhas pela metade do preço, com certeza iremos voltar.