Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with a bar, steps from Ursino Castle

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Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is AED 265
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Castello Ursino, 38, Catania, Catania, 95121

What's nearby

  • Catania Fish Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ursino Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Stesicoro - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Catania Beach - 8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Porto Station - 13 min walk
  • Catania Acquicella Station - 17 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lettera 82 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BarnAut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Canusciuti Sicilian Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Giglio Rosso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Borgo di Federico - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Catania Fish Market
Located close to Ursino Castle and Catania Cathedral, Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and printers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, cribs/infant beds, and travel cribs
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
  • Street parking available
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM: EUR 4 per person
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle tour information

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Virtual front desk

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Beach towels
  • Communal living room
  • Couples dining
  • Romance packages available
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 29.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night
  • Towels fee: EUR 15 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 4 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 29.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in Catania City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Catania Fish Market and Ursino Castle. Via Etnea and Catania Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Porto Station is 13 minutes by foot and Catania Acquicella Station is 17 minutes.

Il Leone Blu - Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 110 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem of a stay! Although it is a small and intimate space, our room was large and beautiful, with great attention to detail, and a family-style breakfast table. Manuela & Dario, and their on-site colleague, were an absolute delight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Allie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very accommodating, location was good lots of dining options close by and the room was beautiful and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vianey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuela provide the best service and attitude.she deserved 5starts
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful stay in Catania!
Il Leone Blue is an amazing place to stay for a visit in Catania. The rooms are really clean and newly renovated. AC works great (and in summer is a must!). Manuela has been nice and very communicative, she got us great indications where to have dinner and explore. Catania downtown is an amazing city, beautiful and lively. Of course you have to consider that you are in an historical downtown, walking distance from everything so the parking is always sketchy and the buildings have narrow stairs you have to use to got in and out but that is also part of the experience! Definitely recommend to spend time here at "Il Leone Blue"!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay here! Wonderful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, with some great restaurants and bars close by. Manuela was very friendly and helpful, and the check in was straight forward. Room 4 however, is tiny, cramped, airless and gloomy. It had no space and a small window. Definitely not like the room photos which prompted us to book.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il Leone Blue is a beautiful, charming place, specious and very comfortable bed. We absolutely loved the decor, the stylish furniture, the art, the books on history of the place, even the appliances were very cool but the most amazing are tge ceilings. When you wake up and open your eyes, you truly feel like royalty, absolutely loved it!!! Also the place is located in a heart of Catania, we walked everywhere, lots of options for dining as well. The host, Manuela, is an excellent communicator, she even sent us a video how to open the door, which was very helpful, we were able to leave our luggage after check out and she even called us a taxi to take us to the airport. It was very good experience and I would highly recommend Il Leone Blue for a stay in Catania.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
will stay here when i come back
amazing hosts, great CLEAN place. pleasant rooms. cute bfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Il Leone Blu. The B&B is immaculate and the rooms are beautifully decorated. Manuela was extremely informative and helpful, and the lady that looked after the breakfast and the rooms was lovely. Would definitely stay there again if we went back to Catania.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Naomi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor service leads to disappointing stay
Disappointing in many respects. Check- in done by apps and phone- never met manager. Felt very impersonal. Breakfast was day before leftovers-poor selection, small amount and pastries stale. Website says airport shuttle costs€18 but hotel arranged taxi cost € 30 and my friend €40! Biggest issue was Hotels.com says pay at property but with no communication or forewarning, manager put hotel cost through on credit card used to reserve room. When I tried to have hotel charged to a different credit card, manager complained it would cost her and was too much trouble. Very poor service but room was large, clean and with windows shut, most of the noise from the bar below wasn’t heard.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room! Great location, the block looks a little sketchy but it’s totally safe and really convenient to serious touristy areas. We didn’t get to have breakfast because of an early flight, but highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gailmarie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous rooms in older building. Spacious, well appointed, beds and bath very comfortable. Fabulous high painted and decorated ceilings. Good breakfast and helpful staff. The entry way is older and plain but delight ensues as soon as you open the door to the second floor. Very helpful getting a cab for early morning flight.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hidden gem in Catania
We loved our very comfortable and clean accommodations. The painted ceiling and the three balconies added such charm. Room is spacious and the bedding very comfortable. The arrival from the street was a bit rough with some construction in the entry area and lots of stairs...first impression was a little rough, but once you get up the stairs you enter the most lovely common area and unit. Location was excellent...one of our best meal in Sicily was the meal right down the road at Ristorante da Antonio! Service was attentive and helpful with our arrival and departure information. Highly recommend!
view from one of the three balconies
lovely painted ceiling
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Disliked: Amenities
Decent property. No parking available unless you pay 20 euro a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful old buildings and amazing ceilings.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely amazing stay, Manuela could not have been more hospitable. The room is exceptionally clean and smelt of fresh linen, we had the option of Netflix on the TV and the communal breakfast and dining area was great. Wish I could give this place 10 stars
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful B&B. It is a great location with lots of restaurants and sights within walking distance. Manuel arranged our requested transfers. The only draw back is there is no elevator. There are stairs going up about four flights. Our driver carried our luggage up. It was a lovely place to stay! We would stay there again if we went back to Catania!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Book this place!
We had a wonderful stay in an amazing room. Book room number 1! Large and very nicely appointed with three Juliette balconies a sitting area and amazingly comfy bed. Breakfast was very good and the hotel is located within walking distance to all the historical sites and very good restaurants. (Photo is of the ceiling in our room)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Liza

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice room though pushy staff.
The owner/manager went above and beyond as I was delayed and arrived late. I thought breakfast finished at 8:30. A lady came in then and said no, breakfast 8:30. I stayed had a pice of toast and yogurt. The lady was in a tizzy kept saying out by 10:30… I understood that well. Kept saying si… Had wished to take a walk before leaving. She kept repeating must clean. I was all packed up … the repetition and angst became too much so I got my bags she took one brought it to street full of grazie with a push. My dog used to watch me closely eat so I was used to it…cappuccino was milk froth. grateful for beginning, though complicated… ending not so good… felt pushed out early. It was a clean quiet room… it was a travel adventure and my first night in Sicily.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good accomadation. I lot of steps up to the room not great with a lot of luggage. But room was very good. Was a good location very. Close to the sites to see and places to eat near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miles, Chapel Hill

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuela kept in touch to make sure our arrival and stay were easy. Clean and modern interior with comfortable beds. Also helped with dinner reservations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the heart of the historic part of the city , within easy walking distance of all major attractions and amenities . It's location gives guests a real flavor of life in authentic Siciliano city. It is excellently well maintained, with a very warm and welcoming host who is a mine of information both local and further afield. Ignore other reviewers complaints of the surrounding noise, it's a lived in city. Enjoy the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020