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Ostello Degli Elefanti

1.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Via Etnea

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via Etnea, 28, Catania, CT, 95124
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Catania Fish Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Catania Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • 581 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Catania

Located in Catania City Centre, Ostello Degli Elefanti is next to popular attractions like Via Etnea and Piazza del Duomo. This 4-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Catania Fish Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catania Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catania Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Catania Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Porto Station - 10 min walk
  • Catania Central Station - 16 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Prestipino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè del Duomo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Doc Duomo of Catania - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria U Fucularu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Ristorante Pizzeria Antica Sicilia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ostello Degli Elefanti

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Via Etnea
Guests of Ostello Degli Elefanti enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Transportation is made easy with an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include a meeting room, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include balconies, hair dryers, and ironing boards.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 2.50 to 3.50 for adults and EUR 2.50 to 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 2.50 to 3.50 for adults, and EUR 2.50 to 3.50 for children
  • Late check-in fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Ostello Degli Elefanti
Ostello Degli Elefanti catania
Ostello Degli Elefanti Hostel
Ostello Degli Elefanti Hostel catania
Ostello Degli Elefanti Catania
Ostello Degli Elefanti Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ostello Degli Elefanti Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Catania

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

Ostello Degli Elefanti offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Ostello Degli Elefanti?

This hostel is situated in Catania City Centre, just steps from Via Etnea and Piazza del Duomo, and within a short walk of Catania Cathedral. You'll also find Catania Port and Catania Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Ostello Degli Elefanti feature a casino?

No, Ostello Degli Elefanti doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a café plus some rooms include mountain views.

Does Ostello Degli Elefanti have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ostello Degli Elefanti have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ostello Degli Elefanti serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Ostello Degli Elefanti allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ostello Degli Elefanti.

Are there connecting rooms at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Ostello Degli Elefanti?

The closest major airport to Ostello Degli Elefanti is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 3.4 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ostello Degli Elefanti?

Yes, every room at Ostello Degli Elefanti comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain or city views.

Ostello Degli Elefanti Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Catania

Perfect place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, super friendly staff, superbe location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location in the heart of the old town. Great staff and bar. Only small thing is small shower however, everything else brilliant!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Mark, Charlotte NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This elephant offers an enjoyable ride

Some confusion at first about my booking. (I'd changed from a longer stay, which I'd canceled, to two short bookings.) But once that was understood, the owner was very nice to me. She remembered my name for several days and always said, "Ciao." The ceilings are beautiful with plenty of space in the shared dorm. Breakfast is good, especially when they offer fresh fruit. Bathrooms and showers are old but clean, with plenty of hot water. GREAT location in Catania and great common room with extra bar upstairs that has a beautiful view.

8/10 Good

Simon, Manchester, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice central hostel with great staff!

During my stay here in June I had only booked one night before arriving at the hostel. Upon arrival I was given all the information about the hostel and of the surrouding area by the girl at the desk. For the first night I checked into a 4 bed dorm that was absolutely huge and cost me next to nothing for the stay. The rooms at the hostel (I think there was 4 in total - ranging between 4 bed and 10 bed dorms) did not have locks on the doors. Each of the rooms had more than enough lockers for each person and although the lockers didn't feel overly secure there was absolutely no issues with security during my stay there. After my first night's stay I had not booked a second night however did want to stay the second night and although online the hostel appeared to be booked out the people that were working on the reception desk kept me informed throughout the day and managed to put me up in the 10 bed dorm for my second night. Somebody was available at reception 24 hours a day which was great. The hostel had laundry facilities and a nice rooftop with a good view of Mount Etna as well as the local area. Overall I was very pleased with this hostel.

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go there

The place to be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pavlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Все компактно. Центр. Остановка в аеропорт рядом.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

ARIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Carina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wenig geschlafen aber Schokokuchen zum Frühstück

Der Check-in war sehr angenehm bei einer auch noch um 2 Uhr nachts sehr freundlichen Empfangskraft, die perfekt Englisch sprach. Das Zimmer und die Betten (6-Bett-Zimmer) war sehr schön. Leider war die Nacht sehr unruhig, da draußen auf den Straßen ein Festival stattfand. Badezimmer waren etwas schmuddelig, aber das kenne ich aus Hostels nicht anders. Das Frühstück war ein netter Bonus, das bekommt man nicht überall (und mit Schokokuchen schon gar nicht, der ist hier einmalig). Check-out war auch angenehm und einfach, auch wenn das Morgen-Personal kaum Englisch sprach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service