The Yard Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Via Etnea

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 people) | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
11 Viale XX Settembre, Catania, CT, 95128
  • Via Etnea
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bellini Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 people)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 people)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 people)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

Double Room Single Use

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Catania

Located in Borgo-Sanzio, The Yard Hostel is adjacent to Via Etnea and within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights like Piazza del Duomo. This 5-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bellini Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Catania Fish Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Catania Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Catania Central Station - 7 min drive
  • Borgo Station - 12 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliva.co Nu Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cassatelle e Caffè - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sushilive Catania - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sazi e Sani - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Street Of Beer - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Yard Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Via Etnea
Guests of The Yard Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free offsite parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 20 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Patios, dining areas, and sitting areas are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Towels are not included in the room rate for Dormitory bookings. Towels are available for a surcharge or guests may bring their own.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 10 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Yard Hostel Catania
The Yard Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Yard Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Catania

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Yard Hostel?

The Yard Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Yard Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Borgo-Sanzio within a short 1-minute walk of Via Etnea and also 16 minutes on foot from Piazza del Duomo. You'll also find Catania Port and Catania Cathedral within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Yard Hostel?

Yes, there is a garage.

Does The Yard Hostel include a casino?

No, The Yard Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Yard Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Yard Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Yard Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does The Yard Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Yard Hostel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does The Yard Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Yard Hostel.

Does The Yard Hostel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Yard Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Yard Hostel is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 4.9 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Yard Hostel?

Yes, every room at The Yard Hostel comes with a patio with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

The Yard Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

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

Just wow.

I've been to many hostels in my life, but without eveb one hesitation - this is the nicest looking hostel from all of it. It has a brilliant style and it looks like every cm of the place is deeply thought through. Well done guys! The only teeny tiny thing that I might suggest is to put one more shelve in the ladies bathroom - there is not much space for the toiletries when there are a couple of girls in there at once.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

One of the best hostels I've stayed in

So, this place is pretty new and has been designed properly as a hostel from the beginning rather than just a converted flat with a few bunk beds in each room. It's just off the main road, but in a private gated courtyard-like area, so its central and quiet which is not normally possible. The outdoor area is perfect for chilling and meeting others, the bar is nice, and the rooms can be accessed either by the normal, standard indoor staircase or the huge impressive lit up white staircase on the outside via the balcony. My room was the 8 bed dorm but this was no problem as it is a huge room. The lockers are also huge but best of all, the beds are huge. If they were any wider they would be classed as a double. 120cm wide I'd take a guess at. Either way, bigger than any other hostel I've stayed at. The aircon was also great as it was remarkably quiet. No chance of someone being annoyed by the aircraft-like noises of other units I've had elsewhere. The bathroom, yep, still new too very nice and modern. Always clean too. The service? Incredible. It was the most comprehensive check in I've ever had by far. If anything, too much info upon arrival! Even if I had an obscure question, it could be answered. Oh, and there is a resident Labrador :) Downsides? I'm struggling to think of any. I'd have to nitpick. 4 Euros is a lot for a beer at the bar there. Personally I think if it was cheaper then it would encourage people to stay there for the evening. But still, overall: awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! The best hostel in Catania. Good price and the service is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

M.RATAJCZAK, Hamburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Das von supernetten und hilfsbereiten Geschwistern Alessia und Carlo sowie deren Freund Flavio geführtes Haus übertrifft meiner Ansicht nach alle Erwartungen eines typischen Backpackers - komfortable und vor allem breite Betten, großzügige Baderäume, sehr gut ausgestattete Küche, eine Bar, eine sonnigeTerrasse sowie insgesamt echt durchgestylte Innenarchitektur machen den Aufenthalt im The Yard Hostel in Catania super angenehm. Das im Preis inbegriffene Frühstück besteht mitunter aus Toastbrot, Butter, Marmelade, Instantkaffee etc. und reicht als Stärkung für die Erkundung der wunderschönen Stadt vollkommen aus. Ich konnte hier meine Wäsche waschen und in der Sonne trocknen lassen, was nach einer Tour mit den Fischern Nino, Luigi & Co. eine Notwendigkeit darstellte :-) Insgesamt gebe ich dem Hostel eine glatte eins! Liebe Grüße an Catania (Blueskipper)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó el servicio del personal y que es un hostal muy limpio y organizado.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

The Yard

It's a great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Het is super schoon elke dag wordt er met zorg schoongemaakt. Het personeel is heel aardig en wanneer je vragen hebt dan helpen ze meteen. De tours regelen zij dus je hebt veel verschillende mogelijkheden. Het voelde alsof ik in een soort familie terecht kwam en dat is alles wat je nodig hebt op vakantie!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019