San Placido Inn

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Luxury
9.6

Exceptional

Luxury bed & breakfast near Catania Cathedral

Close to Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port, San Placido Inn provides free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Club Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Catania City Centre, a neighborhood in Catania, San Placido Inn is near the airport and near a metro station. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Angelo Massimino Stadium or PalaCatania. Take time off to check out the winery tours and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Catania travel guide
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95131, CT, Catania, Piazza S. Placido 3

What's nearby

  • A historic building with ornate architecture, a central fountain, and a cobblestone plaza.
    Massimo Bellini Theater
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A grand entrance with intricate carvings, columns, and a central statue.
    Catania Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sailboat on a calm sea with a cityscape and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
    Catania Port
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.
    Piazza del Duomo
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Via Etnea
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Porto Station
    7 min walk
  • Catania Central Station
    14 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Catania Social Club | Ristorante, Pizzeria & Cocktail Bar
    2 min walk
  • Mezzaparola
    2 min walk
  • Trattoria U Fucularu
    3 min walk
  • Piazza Scammacca
    2 min walk
  • Ostello degli Elefanti Hostel Restaurant B&B
    3 min walk

About this property

San Placido Inn

  • Luxury bed & breakfast near Catania Cathedral
  • Close to Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port, San Placido Inn provides free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An electric car charging station, coworking spaces, and an elevator
    • Outdoor furniture, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Luggage storage and a computer station
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Highchairs, children's books, and art supplies
    • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
    • Rainfall showers, bidets, and hair dryers
    • 37-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
    • Mini fridges, toasters, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Frequently asked questions

Is San Placido Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at San Placido Inn?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– midnight for a fee of EUR 10.

What time is check-out at San Placido Inn?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is San Placido Inn located?

Located in Catania City Centre, this luxury bed & breakfast is steps from Porta Uzeda and Catania Cathedral. Via Etnea and Catania Port are also within 5 minutes. Porto Station is 7 minutes by foot and Italia Station is 24 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

San Placido Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A little hard to find, it’s basically the top floor of an apartment building. There are large double doors from the outside and you have to ring to be let in. But once we got there, what a delight! We were met by the hostess and she is wonderful. Our room had a balcony with a nice view and the breakfast was plentiful and on a patio also with a great view. Perfect central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed here for a week, the rooms are all different with their own charm. We got the one facing the always closed San placido church which is beautiful. The views cannot be beat. You have views of the entire city, from ocean to all the incredible churches surrounding the spacious rooftop lounge/breakfast area. Miss Pepper made our visit that much better by always looking after us. Breakfast is awesome. 15 minute walk to the train station and literally a few minutes to some of the best restaurants we been to during our month long trip to Sicily. Very very safe area, always well lit with tourists from all over. This is a great area to stay at to visit the best of catania. Did I mention that pepper is awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place to stay, in middle of town, with nice rooms and terraces. Peppa took care of everything we needed and made us nice breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous location-walk out the door and 2 minutes later you’re at the main square. Tours pick up in the piazza outside the main door. Even being close to everything the apartment is quiet. Views from roof top are lovely. Peppa, who is there everyday, is super helpful and friendly. Breakfast is a variety of options. The room is large and air conditioned. Only small negative-the mattress is a bit lumpy. It probably needs to be flipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place to stay. Convenient to city center, restaurants and shops. The breakfast was wonderful too! Thank-you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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San Placido Inn is a very private, small, and gozy place, on the top-floor of a city house. The location is perfect for a tourist. Breakfast on the balcony is unique and tasty.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

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In an old building, but very comfortable and the rooms have terraces. The breakfast is simple and filling
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great customer service and location

the location of the B&B was perfect for visiting different places. The rooms were clean, and Pepa's customer service was great. She gave good advice on where to go and what to do. We recommend this place to stay when visiting Catania.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great B&B above the rooftops of Catania. Very nice and extremely clean room with roof terrace and very good bed. Our host Pepa is very lovely, friendly and the soul of the B&B
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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The place was a great location for sightseeing and a charming spot. We really enjoyed the balcony and view. the room was comfortable with all the amenities. The breakfast was good. The only annoying fact was the toilette which often didn't flush. But I would still recommend this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Pepa and crew became my family while I visited for the St. Agatha festival. Their hospitality was above and beyond my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a truly nice experience for a lone traveler. Would be good for couples and groups traveling together as well. The room was nice and air conditioned. Peppa made wonderful breakfasts each morning and was very helpful with whatever opportunity presented itself. And, there were a few. The main terrace where breakfast is served is located with Mount Etna in the distance as the main focal point. The location is in a historic district of the city close to a couple large squares where live music is often performed at night, several café style restaurants with outside seating are everywhere, old catholic churches, the main drag, and the fish market. Catania is centrally located on the East coast of Sicily. So, several charming cities, points of interest, and beaches to choose from are within an hours drive. Parking is difficult but this inn does have a garage you can rent. Recommend traveling in a small vehicle. As parking spaces and many roads you'll travel are tiny. Also, once you arrive make it known you have arrived by calling them as you will not know where to go to check in. You'll be right next to it and not realize the big double wooden doors are the entrance. Peppa will greet you and provide you with the details you need to use three different keys to gain entrance. So, the place is not only unique but very secure. Overall, I enjoyed the stay and had i really nice time...Thank you for such a pleasant experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Location is close to the main square. Good breakfast and air-conditioned. A little road noise but the central location means you can’t avoid this. The property is on the top floor and our room had good outside space. Breakfast is outside with view of Etna. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a completely beautiful B&B hotel. Th room was gorgeous - clean and spacious. Very nice breakfast. Pepe was super in providing lovely cappuccinos and making me welcome. The most wonderful thing about this hotel is the amazing roof terrace with spectacular views... a lovely place to spend the evening watching the sunset with a glass of Etna wine with Etna gently smouldering (whilst I was there) in the distance. Fabulous place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We wanted to stay in the centre of Catania to see the city. The San Placido Inn was on the top floor of an old villa with a lift. The rooms were large spacious and airconditioned. Breakfast was very nice but best of all was the location. The terrace looked out on the Teatro Massimo opera house roof, Chiesa della Badia di Sant'Agata and the roof of the Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata and best of all a magnificent view of Mt Etna. We were definitely in the center of Catania, a short walk to the Piazza del Duomo and the hop on hop off bus starting point was just around the corner. Our host was wonderful and our stay was even better than we could have hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our rooms were just as pictured online. Everything was spotlessly clean, the breakfast area and terrace were delightful, with a clear view of nearby landmarks, including cathedral dome, and a straight-on view of Mt. Etna. Breakfast was more than expected, with egg, toast, local meats & cheese, yogurt, and warm, flaky chocolate croissants. Wi-fi connection was clear and consistent. Best of all was our friendly and helpful hostess, Pepa. She offered great suggestions for dining, shopping, and touring. She also arranged for a private driver and our ride back to the airport. We highly recommend the San Placido Inn!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Super central and an amazing terrace

An amazing room with a big nice terrace with a beautiful view. We had booked 3 nights but the first night we were taken to a flat in a poor standard with no discount to the price. Beside that everything worked fine and a super service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is ideally located to go to the most interesting places in Catania, within walking distance. Restaurants, shops and squares. Behind the duomo. The room was spacious, comfortable, with beautiful and elegant decoration, with a terrace, which has a beautiful view. Delicious and abundant breakfast. The most important thing, the kindness of Pepa, always attentive to the guests, seeking to make them very comfortable. The host, a very kind person too. I recommend the hotel and hope to return. Thank you for hosting me very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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Perfect location for this B&B

Our first concern,: there is no street sign to identify this business. Lucky the cleaning lady came to let is in. Give us the keys of the room, Pepa was very helpful in providing information for what to explore around. The breakfast was very good. This establishment is well dated, I believe there never had a deep cleaning. Pictures of the bedroom was true, however the advertisement does not show pictures of the bathrooms, there is a good reason, shower stall is no more than 5 SQ feet, I did found difficulty in go in and out. The location was very central and easy access to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place in old town Catania

It's a lovely hotel on the top floor of an old palazzo with roof terraces right next to three important churches in old town Catania, the Duomo the Badia of S. Agata, and S.Placido. My room was spacious with ample storage capacity and a nice terrace overloking the harbor area. The bathroom was fine, including the very Italian necessity of a bidet. The shower stall was quite compact and I had to squeeze tough to get through the corner opening. Breakfasts were great, right to my liking, and were served on another roof terrace by Pepe, the manageresse, who was very helpful during my weeklong stay. The only negative item I can list is that the toilet flushing mechanism has little water pressure and requires patience!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice room, great terrasse, close to everything in city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great stay!

Really great stay! Near to centre and airport shuttle. The landlady was really nice and helpful. Can really recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect spot!! Lovely hosts. Close to restaurants and cafes. Beautiful views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location and beautiful views

Wonderful central location and great terrace with beautiful view over Etna and the sea. Very friendly service and good recommendations for activities, day trips, places to eat. Thank you for the relaxing time and cozy atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

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Pepa was just amazing. The best!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024