La Dimora del Barbiere
Via Zappalà Gemelli, 36 Piano 2
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Why people book this hotel
“The location is very central, yet rather quiet and insulated on the inside”
“Great location if you want to be immersed in the culture of Catania”
“The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating”
“Lety was a wonderful and helpful host and was a great communicator”
“Clean and well maintained”
“Very clean and soundproof”
“The apartment itself is beautifully designed, with a stylish and well-thought-ou…”
“Spacious, centrally located, clean, with a comfortable bed”
“The host even provided multiple gifts for us, such as wine, coffee, sweets, and …”
“Breakfast Location was good”
Overview
Located in Catania, 1.4 km from Lido Arcobaleno and 200 metres from Catania Piazza Duomo, La Dimora del Barbiere provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a bar and a shared lounge. Each unit is equipped with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hairdryer. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also provided, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. The apartment offers a continental or Italian breakfast. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at La Dimora del Barbiere, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga, Roman Theatre of Catania and Ursino Castle. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa, 6 km from La Dimora del Barbiere, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Evgeny
couple
June 19, 2026
“Good stay in the centre of Catania”
The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. The location is very central, yet rather quiet and insulated on the inside. Clean and well maintained.
Graemerh
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
Great location if you want to be immersed in the culture of Catania. Markets, restaurants, street life at your doorstep.
Terry
couple
May 21, 2026
“Lety was a wonderful and helpful host and was a great communicator. The apartment was perfect for our stay. It had every”
Lety was a wonderful and helpful host and was a great communicator. The apartment was perfect for our stay. It had everything we needed including a washing machine. The lively location is close to restaurants, markets and the Duomo. Stairs were easy and the noise minimal with windows closed. We could not have picked a better place.
Maria
couple
May 9, 2026
“Great location, great host, only negative 2nd floor no lift”
All good
Mary-Ann
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
“Beautiful apartment with great location!”
Wonderful Location, lovely apatment.
Fatmir
couple
April 29, 2026
Very nice flat. Original design. Very clean and soundproof. There are restaurants very close to the flat but we didn’t hear anything. The host was very responsive.
Giera
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
I had a wonderful stay at this apartment and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. The host was exceptionally kind, responsive, and made everything feel effortless from start to finish. Access to the apartment was very easy and convenient, which made arrival and departure completely stress-free. The location is perfect—right in the center, with everything you need just a short walk away. The apartment itself is beautifully designed, with a stylish and well-thought-out interior that made it feel both comfortable and special. It’s clear that a lot of care has gone into creating a welcoming space. Overall, a fantastic experience—I would definitely stay here again!
Anna
couple
February 22, 2026
I highly recommend this place. The owners are very helpful. The apartment is one of the best we've ever stayed in. Spacious, centrally located, clean, with a comfortable bed. The kitchen has everything you need. We will definitely return to this place ☺️
Kyriakos
solo_traveller
November 23, 2025
“Beautifully decorated apartment with a caring host”
The apartment was beautifully decorated, clean, and well-equipped, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. I really appreciated the thoughtful touch of having plenty of brochures and guides about Catania and Sicily, they were very helpful for planning my visit. The self check-in and check-out processes were very smooth and convenient. Letizia, the host, was extremely caring and stayed in contact before and throughout my stay, which made everything even easier and more enjoyable. The location was convenient, and the apartment matched the photos and description perfectly.
Florina
couple
November 20, 2025
Everything was wonderfull
Mary
couple
November 20, 2025
“Absolutely loved the apartment and location, furnishings and all amenities were beautiful and the Host was incredibly he”
Location, beautifully furnished and appointed.
Leandro
couple
November 17, 2025
“I liked it very much — highly recommend this place.”
Super clear instructions from the host. Very engaged and attentive to details. The apartment was clean, renovated, and nicely decorated, in a great location. The host even provided multiple gifts for us, such as wine, coffee, sweets, and free breakfast coupons for a café.
Kirsten
couple
November 8, 2025
“Fantastic apartment with character and charm”
Lovely apartment right in the heart of Catania. Helpful owner who let us drop our bags off before check in and was responsive with helpful suggestions for places to eat and visit. We would love to come back some day. Thank you
Raymond
couple
November 7, 2025
“Very enjoyable and comfortable stay in apartment, good communication with the host Letizia”
N/A. Breakfast Location was good.
Kerrimai
couple
October 22, 2025
“Little Gem in Catania”
Lovely apartment, everything we needed and more, perfect location!
Gordon
couple
October 12, 2025
“Fantastic”
The apartment was really lovely with absolutely everything you could want. There were some nice touches from the host with lovely toiletries in the bathroom, a welcoming bottle of wine, sweets and water, juice and a snack in the fridge. We also got a complimentary voucher for breakfast for our first day. This was most welcome as we did not have to look around and started our day well. We got some really good information for places to eat and for things to do in the area. The area itself was excellent as we were close to public transport (5 minutes to the bus for the airport) and excellent restaurants.
Scott
couple
October 12, 2025
“Great apartment in a great location in catania”
Amazing little room and so well decorated and a great location. We loved it and our amazing hosts made the check in and whole process so easy
Philip
couple
October 7, 2025
“Very good value stay in an old but tastefully modernised apartment.”
Excellent location in a carefully modernised very old building.
Krasimira
couple
September 29, 2025
The apartment looks even better than the photos. It is located right in the heart of Catania, close to everything. Our host was really kind and friendly. We loved it!
Simon
couple
September 8, 2025
“Great value”
Right next to dining options and in the central area of Catania The apartment has been renovated and styled well We arrived early on the day and was allowed access to the apartment - thank you
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Bowling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Water sport facilities on site, Water park, Beach, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Bingo
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Minimarket on site, Soundproof rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating, Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Barber/beauty shop, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
One-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The apartment features a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.
One-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The apartment provides a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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