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Villa Mater Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Via Etnea

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Property grounds
Lobby lounge
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Vittorio Bottego 10, Catania, CT, 95125
  • Via Etnea
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bellini Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Catania Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet

Quadruple Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Catania

Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio within a short walk of Via Etnea, Villa Mater Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Vincenzo Bellini Music Institute. This 30-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bellini Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Catania Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Catania Fish Market - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Galatea Station - 4 min drive
  • Catania Ognina Station - 5 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pasticceria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar Piazza Aldo Moro - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bivy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar Castello di Chiarenza Paolo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chiosco Bar Malua - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Villa Mater Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Via Etnea
Guests of Villa Mater Hotel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have free toiletries and bidets. Other amenities include safes, phones, and desks.

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

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

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • 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. 

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mater Hotel
Villa Mater
Villa Mater Catania
Villa Mater Hotel
Villa Mater Hotel Catania
Villa Mater Hotel Hotel
Villa Mater Hotel Catania
Villa Mater Hotel Hotel Catania

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Villa Mater Hotel?

Villa Mater Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Villa Mater Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio within a short 13-minute walk of Via Etnea. You'll also find Piazza del Duomo and Catania Cathedral within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Villa Mater Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Villa Mater Hotel include a casino?

No, Villa Mater Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa Mater Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Villa Mater Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as free breakfast and a rooftop terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Mater Hotel?

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

Does Villa Mater Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Villa Mater Hotel offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Villa Mater Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villa Mater Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Mater Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Villa Mater Hotel?

The closest major airport to Villa Mater Hotel is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 7.3 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Villa Mater Hotel?

No, at Villa Mater Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Villa Mater Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 247 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a nice experience, outdated facility, the washroom is not appealing at all, and main issue was the noise coming from the next rooms, if someone upstairs or next would flush the toilet it is so loud that wakes you up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mustapha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Not good. Very far away from the centre. Disappointing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Monika

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

Good choice.

Good service. Nice and helpful staff. Spacious room. Small bathroom, but comfortable. About 3km to the town centre. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Bernardette, Malta

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

Value for money

Nice stay at Villa Mater hotel . Room is clean. An excellent breakfast is waiting for you every morning. Staff are very friendly. Very value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

D, malta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good and tidy hotel, eccelent staff. Pleasant holiday

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Single rooms are very small, and the beds are on the hard side and the walls are thin. The hotel is older, but kept very clean. The neighborhood isn't the nicest (that's why it's cheaper), but it's not horrible either. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and there are bus stops very close by.

4/10 Poor

Paul, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The sink and mirror are located inside the shower

The hotel seems ti be an existing apartment building which was transformed into hotel. The biggest surprise was to find the sink and mirror inside the shower which was undersized to begin with. This was a big minus. Breakfast was Ok but not great.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Scott, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Exactly what was expected

Just stayed because it was near my family in Catania. Met all our needs but don't stay for the comfort. Very much like a college dormitory. They did arrange a transfer to the airport for me, my wife and son for a reasonable rate and was on time with a quick trip (20-25 minutes at 5:00 in the morning). Nothing special, but did the job at a good price.

10/10 Excellent

Gundars, United kingdom

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

Good stay

good choice for breakfast, very helpful reception guy - went extra mile to give us all information we needed. Good internet.

10/10 Excellent

Rasma, United Kingdom

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

Fantastic service

Reception staff very helpfull. Good breakfast :)

6/10 Okay

Pat, Melbourne, Australia

Disliked: Room comfort

Adequate place to stay in Catania.

This was a very basic hotel with not even a refrigerator in the room. However the bed was comfortable and the accommodation clean and sufficient for one night and at a reasonable price. Breakfast was included and was good. A nice touch was the nearby restaurant picking us up and dropping us home after we had a very nice dinner.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for the price

Not bad for a night but wouldn't stay long term. Shower was 3 feet squared, but the room was a decent size for my wife and I.

8/10 Good

Beachbum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

excellent value

Very much enjoyed my stay. A bit out of town but that's why I selected it so I could get onsite parking. Buses outside take you downtown, however as it was a sunday I drove myself down and parked. Buffet breakfast was great - pastries very good. Staff very helpful. No restaurant on site and not much around - however a local restaurant does a free shuttle service and their food was very good and reasonably priced.

6/10 Okay

Francine, Boston

Liked: Staff & service

Good value. Great staff.

I chose this hotel to be close to the Catania airport. It was hard to locate and not easily accessible . It took 1/2 hour at 5:30 am - not what I expected. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. They actually arranged for us to have coffee and croissants at 5 am!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The room was dormitory style, actually more like a hostel. Since we only stayed there one night it was acceptable for the price but if you are looking for a typical hotel suggest you look elsewhere. The room was warm and when we opened the windows for air it was quite noisy, so al-in-all not a good night's sleep. Breakfast was included though and was satisfactory.

8/10 Good

021IS, Serbia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not bad at all

This location is ideal for those moving car on a tour of nearby attractions. Basically, it is a 3-star hotel and a good offer of the price.

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

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

Villa Mater Hotel Catania

The hotel staff told me that, to get from Piazza Giovanni XX111 to their hotel. I need to take the #628 (red) or 936 bus to Via Vittorio Emanuele Da Bormida then walk, or I could pay 15 euro for a taxi. I purchased a bus ticket and was told only the 936 bus would bring me to Via V.E. da Bormida & I would need to change buses. When I changed buses, the driver did not know where to drop me off and brought me back to the train station. I paid 20 euro for a taxi. The next day, I purchased a souvenir from the hotel for my friend, but the front desk receptionist refused to swipe my credit card despite the sign on their front door saying they accept the credit cards. He insisted I pay cash. The bed was not comfortable, the remote control for the television did not work, I was not able to access the internet from my room, and the room was dirty. They claim to have a multilingual staff, but desk clerk on duty when I arrived told me my room was on the second, it was on the sixth, the morning clerk did not speak English. I would not feel comfortable in walking alone at night in this neighborhood alone.

10/10 Excellent

miran

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

6/10 Okay

Nicci, Baltimore

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

A great value

First it is important to note that this hotel is VERY difficult to locate, off a side street and down an alley. If you are coming from the airport and have not rented a car, I suggest a cab — they'll get you there! If you are renting a car, the free parking cannot be beat — you'll suffer none of the downtown noise or parking problems — but do your homework to find out how to get to the hotel. Call ahead and get very specific directions. The view of Etna is spectacular! The hotel has an arrangement with a nearby restaurant and they will pick you up and drop you off for dinner and the food was good — that's a great way to start your first night if you arrive late. Angelo speaks English very well and can make any suggestion you may need. Walking to the downtown area isn't recommended — it's a hike, but it's a very quick cab ride and you never seem to wait more than 1-3 minutes for a cab to come pick you up. The walls are thin and the pipes will regale you with some interesting tuba sounds... the bathrooms are tight with very small shower stalls — but this is a fantastic price and for it the rooms can't be beat. The breakfast is functional... cereals and some meats and cheese, coffee, juice, etc. If you have a group, the hotel has meeting rooms and a full chapel, too. I'd visit again and recommend it.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

...

Few of the hotel staff speak english. Most of them not very friendly.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort