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About the Hotel
Viale Liberta 63,
Catania,
Italy,
95129,
Sicily
Rigel Hotel is a 3-star establishment located in the Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio area of Catania. The hotel occupies a liberty style building that combines historical charm with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy a tranquil garden featuring typical Sicilian plants, providing a serene retreat in the bustling city. The proximity to key attractions like the historical Via Etnea and Duomo square makes it a significant spot for both leisure and cultural experiences.
Location
Located just 5 minutes on foot from Giovanni XXIII, the hotel offers convenient access to public transportation, including the AMT 457 shuttle bus that stops nearby. It's a short distance of 1.5 miles from Stazione Catania Borgo and approximately 6 miles from Fontanarossa Airport. The surrounding area is dotted with historical sites and shopping destinations.
Rooms
Rooms at the Rigel Hotel are equipped with essential amenities, including a TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi access. Each guestroom includes a private bathroom with free toiletries and features such as slippers and hairdryers. The hotel offers rooms specifically designed for disabled guests. Additionally, families can find suitable accommodations for children under six years.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast during their stay. The hotel provides an inviting terrace that allows visitors to relax while enjoying outdoor seating. Nearby, the elegant Corso Italia offers numerous dining options, from cafes to restaurants, for those looking to explore local cuisine.
Leisure & Business
The Rigel Hotel supports both leisure and business needs with a range of facilities, including concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. It features clean energy solutions with photovoltaic and solar panels. Business travelers will benefit from a computer station and the hotel’s close proximity to the Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Excellent Help!
“During a critical moment, the manager's assistance made all the difference. He was incredibly compassionate and truly went above and beyond to help.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast Treats
“The breakfast spread was impressive and unique, especially when the owner personally shared fresh figs from his garden with us - such a good and personal touch!” view full review
Comfortable Rooms
“The room was impeccably clean and incredibly cozy, which made for a perfect retreat after exploring the city.” view full review
Great Entertainment Setup
“The media options provided in the room were excellent, allowing for a perfect wind-down after a busy day, with many channels and streaming available.” view full review
General
Non-smoking rooms
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Dining
In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Dressing area
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Viale Liberta 63,
Catania,
Italy,
95129,
Sicily
Map view
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Viale Liberta 63,
Catania,
Italy,
95129,
Sicily
City landmarks
Square
Piazza del Duomo
2.8
mi
Square
Piazza universita
2.8
mi
Piazza Stesicoro Ingresso gratuito
Anfiteatro Romano
2900 ft
Square
Stesicoro
2900 ft
Church
Cathedral of Sant'Agata
2.8
mi
Piazza Giovanni Verga
Malavoglia Fountain
2900 ft
Via Etnea
Via Etnea
1.2
mi
Palace
Palazzo Biscari
2.8
mi
Square
Piazza Carlo Alberto market
2900 ft
Castle
Castello Ursino
1.4
mi
Museums
Terme Achilliane
4000 ft
266 Via Vittorio Emanuele II
Roman Theatre of Catania
1.4
mi
Piazza Palestro Piazza Crocifisso
Porta Garibaldi Catania
1.5
mi
Art object
Monument to Vincenzo Bellini
3500 ft
Piazza Dante Alighieri
Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena
1.4
mi
Castello Ursino
Pozzo di Gammazita
4800 ft
Via Sant'Anna 8
Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga
1.4
mi
Fountains
Fontana dell'Elefante
2.8
mi
Via dei Crociferi 95124
Via Crociferi
1.4
mi
Church
Basilica Collegiata
2.8
mi
Garden
Orto Botanico dell'Universita di Catania
1.6
mi
Opera House
Bellini Theater
2.8
mi
Airport
Piscaria
2.8
mi
95100 Catania
Palazzo degli Elefanti
2.8
mi
Via Vittorio Emanuele II 182
Church of the Badia di Sant'Agata
2.8
mi
Events
Palazzo Platamone
2.8
mi
Nearby
Events
Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center
1200 ft
Museums
Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943
1200 ft
Via VI aprile Stazione Centrale di Catania
Fountain of Proserpina
1200 ft
Viale Africa Piazzale Rocco Chinnici Centro Fieristico Culturale Le Ciminiere
Museo Del Cinema
1200 ft
Restaurants
Pizzango Catania
100 ft
Viale della Liberta' 53
Punk Cheers
500 ft
Via Simeto 18
Ali' Baba' Chicken Spot
500 ft
Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII 12 Stazione Centrale
Mangia di DE LUGA Biagio
1200 ft
Piazza Giovanni XXIII
Officina51
1300 ft
Via Pietro Mascagni 51
Caffe Iolanda
1600 ft
Piazza Principessa Iolanda 5
Pasticceria Giovanni Salici
1900 ft
Via Umberto 277
Caffe Costa
1900 ft
Via Signore Ritrovato 1/3
Ristorante Ginza
2100 ft
Piazza Dei Martiri 5/6,7
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.6
Location
7.9
Service
9.7
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 10 reviews
8.2
8.2/10 based on 642 reviews
Joseph
United States of America,
August
2024
7.8/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and I appreciated the quiet atmosphere, but there was a constant loud noise from a machine that made it hard to sleep. The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to help, which really enhanced my stay. The location was excellent for access to public transportation, but it felt a little dodgy at times. Overall, it was decent value for money.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. However, I encountered a constant loud noise from a machine next door that disrupted my sleep.
Service
10.0
The service was outstanding! The staff were welcoming and very accommodating, even organizing breakfast and assisting with tours.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient for both bus and train stations, making travel to nearby areas like Siracusa very easy, but it did feel a bit dodgy at times.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was sufficient with hard-boiled eggs, ham, and yogurt; while not very varied, it was filling enough to start the day.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had all the basic facilities, which were adequate for my stay.
Rick
United States of America,
August
2024
7.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, which offered spacious and clean rooms, a very friendly staff, and a great location near transportation options. However, the dining experience was lacking, and I found the area a bit uneasy at night. Overall, it’s good value for money, but there are a few areas that could improve.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, extremely clean, and quiet, even though they were on a main road. They had two large terraces and a well-equipped large bathroom with nice toiletries. The TV had plenty of channels, making my stay enjoyable.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, always going out of their way to help with any queries I had. Their assistance truly enhanced my holiday experience.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is excellent, with the bus and train stations just 50m away, making it super easy to travel. However, I felt a little uneasy about the area when returning at night.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were quite poor, with breakfast only offering basic hard boiled eggs and ham. The food at the nearby bar was good, but it fell short for a proper breakfast.
Facilities
6.0
I would have liked to see more amenities.
Carl
United States of America,
August
2024
7.6/10
The hotel featured well-appointed rooms with a charming blue and white decor, although having air conditioning would have made my stay perfect. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, providing personal touches like sharing figs from their garden. Unfortunately, the location was less than ideal, feeling a bit seedy at night, but it was conveniently close to transportation options. Overall, it was good value for money despite a few drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, decorated in blue with white-painted beams, were quite nice and above average compared to other hotels I've visited. However, it was a bit hot in room 26, and better air conditioning would have enhanced my comfort.
Service
10.0
The service was outstanding; the staff was very welcoming and went out of their way to assist us, helping with breakfast and answering all queries in English.
Location
6.0
The location wasn't the best as it felt a bit seedy and wasn't pleasant to walk through at night, but the convenience of being close to the bus and train stations made traveling to other places quite easy.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was decent; it started a bit late for those needing an early start, but the options were substantial enough to fuel a day out.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were alright but not outstanding; the environment was comfortable for a short stay.
Aaron
United States of America,
July
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was overall quite pleasant, with lovely, spacious, and clean rooms that provided a good night's sleep, especially with the double-glazing keeping the noise at bay. The service was exceptional and made my experience more enjoyable, and the location was a definite plus being right next to Catania Central Station. However, the breakfast left a bit to be desired as it felt somewhat average. Also, the single small window in the room wasn’t ideal for ventilation, especially on hot nights.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were lovely, spacious, and very clean, but had only one small window that could hardly be opened, which made it a bit tough to sleep comfortably on hot nights without relying on air conditioning.
Service
10.0
The staff was extremely helpful and welcoming, even taking the time to book a last-minute tour for me and sharing figs from his garden, which was such a sweet gesture.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right next to Catania Central Station, providing easy access to the city center and transportation options.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was a bit bland and average; while it was decent compared to other places, it could use more variety.
Facilities
7.0
While the hotel itself was nice, I didn't really take advantage of additional facilities during my stay.
Leo
United States of America,
June
2024
7.8/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, with easy access to public transport, which made my travel plans much simpler. The staff were incredibly friendly and even helped me organize a tour. However, the noise from the neighboring room was quite disruptive during my stay, making it tough to get a good night's sleep. Overall, it's a solid choice with friendly service, but be prepared for potential noise issues.
Rooms
6.0
The room was spacious and clean, but I faced constant noise from a loud machine next door that made it hard to sleep.
Service
10.0
The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to assist me during my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is excellently located, just 50 meters from the bus and train stations, which made my travels to other areas super easy.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was decent, not too varied but quite filling—sufficient for a small hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for the size of the hotel, though nothing particularly stood out.
Daniel
United States of America,
June
2024
7.6/10
I had a decent stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located just a stone's throw from the Catania Central Station. While the rooms were quiet and comfortable, the presence of mosquitoes was a bit of a downside. The staff was extremely helpful, particularly in organizing breakfast and assisting with tour bookings. It's an ideal spot if you want easy access to public transportation, but the area felt a little shady at night.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were quiet and comfortable, which made for a restful stay, although I did encounter many mosquitoes.
Service
9.0
The staff went out of their way to assist us, organizing breakfast options and helping with tour bookings to Etna and Taormina. They were very accommodating, responding to all our queries in English.
Location
7.0
The location is fantastic, just a 2-minute walk from the train station and shuttle bus stop, making transportation super convenient. However, I felt the area was a bit seedy, especially at night.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was surprisingly good, offering options like tea, coffee, yogurt, and muffins for breakfast, which was better than most Italian hotels provide.
Facilities
7.0
Robert
United States of America,
June
2024
7.8/10
I had a lovely stay at the hotel which offered a great location just steps away from the bus and train stations, making my travels super convenient. The rooms were spacious and extremely clean, and I appreciated how quiet it was even though it was on a main road. While the service was friendly and helpful, the breakfast variety could definitely use some improvement. Overall, it was a good value for my money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, extremely clean, and very quiet, which I loved considering it was on a main road. The adjustable height shower was a nice touch too.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, assisting me with booking tours to Etna and Taormina and checking the Alibus timetable.
Location
8.0
The location is excellent, with the bus and train stations just 50m away, which made my trips to Siracusa and beyond super easy. However, I felt it was a bit shady at night.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast was sufficient for a small hotel, but I wish it could start earlier in the morning for those early trips.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good facilities, but I didn't specifically use a pool or gym during my stay.
Ed
United States of America,
May
2024
8.0/10
I had an overall pleasant experience at this hotel, as it boasts a great location just a two-minute walk from the train station and airport shuttle bus stop, which made getting around super easy. The service was excellent, with the staff being very helpful and responsive. On the downside, the rooms were a bit dark and noisy at times, and the shower could have been cleaner. Despite these minor issues, the value for money was reasonable, especially considering the convenience of the location.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms felt quite dark during the day and were a bit difficult to navigate, especially when trying to access the sockets. However, they were comfortable overall.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely helpful and professional, with staff even organizing breakfast items for us, which left a positive impression. They were understanding about our experience and promised a refund for the inconvenience.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located, just next to Catania Central Station, making it a breeze to explore the city and surrounding areas. It’s very convenient for transport, including the airport Alibus and local buses.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was quite basic but had better options than most Italian hotels, including boiled eggs, ham, cheese, and yogurt.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were adequate, though nothing particularly stood out as luxurious or modern. They met basic needs comfortably.
Lewis
United States of America,
April
2024
7.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying clean and spacious rooms with lovely amenities. The staff, particularly Danilo, was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my visit. However, the location was a bit concerning at night, which made me feel a little uneasy. Overall, it offered great value for money, especially considering the free Wi-Fi and fantastic bathroom amenities.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean and spacious, featuring two large terraces and a smart bathroom with lovely toiletries. I appreciated the free Wi-Fi and the variety of TV channels available.
Service
10.0
The service was outstanding; Danilo was fantastic and always available to help with my questions. The staff was friendly and eager to assist.
Location
6.0
While the hotel location is convenient for accessing the train and bus stations, I felt a bit uneasy about the area, especially when returning at night. It’s about a 20-minute walk to the historical center.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, particularly the breakfast, which included a nice spread of pastries, fruit, yogurt, and eggs. It could have been even better.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were nice, but I expected a bit more, especially considering the price I paid. Although the common areas were well-maintained, there was room for improvement.
Brent
United States of America,
April
2024
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, just steps away from Catania Central Station, making it super convenient for getting around. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, which was a big plus! However, my sleep was disturbed due to loud noises from a neighboring machine, and the rooms, while nicely decorated, could have used tea and coffee facilities. Overall, it's a good value for the money, but there's room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and nicely decorated in blue with white beams, but I really missed having tea or coffee making facilities.
Service
10.0
I can't say enough about the staff; they were super friendly and even ran around town to help us book our tours!
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right next to the train and bus stations, which made our travels incredibly easy.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were very average, and I wish breakfast started earlier since we had early trips planned.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic, with some room for improvement, especially regarding noise insulation.
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