BASTIO PRIVATE SUITES, Catania – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Via Cardinale Dusmet, 37,
Catania,
Italy,
95121,
Sicily
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Close to the historic old town
Perfect
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Loved by Bastio Private Suites guests
Turkish bathroom
private sauna
steam shower
hot tub
"The rooms are truly unique and provide a '1001 nights' vibe based on their location and the integration of the ancient structures."
GDCOpwijk from Belgium
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"Our room was huge, with a Turkish bathroom (a private sauna)!"
cristina i from Italy
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"We particularly enjoyed the hot tub and hamam."
Alina from United States
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"The amenities exceeded most 5 star hotels I've stayed in."
Zhang from United States
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"This is an incredible, newly renovated property that is very close the end of Via Etnea (the main tourist street)."
Darin from United States
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BASTIÒ PRIVATE SUITES - A 5-STAY BOUTIQUE HOTEL INSIDE CATANIA'S ANCIENT CITY WALLS
Accommodations & Suites
BASTIÒ PRIVATE SUITES offers Deluxe Junior Suites, Deluxe Suites with Spa Bath, and Suite Apartments, each located within a historic building built into Catania's ancient lava-stone city walls. Several suites preserve original 15th-century lava-rock archways and vaulted ceilings visible inside the room. All suites include a private bathroom with either a jetted spa tub or a steam shower, plus blackout shades and soundproof windows.
Dining & Breakfast
The hotel houses Aqualavica, a Michelin-rated restaurant serving Sicilian cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood and local produce. A second on-site restaurant, a Japanese restaurant, is also part of the hotel complex. Breakfast features Sicilian specialties such as fresh pastries, local cheeses, meats, and fruits, with staff preparing coffee to order each morning.
Wellness & Relaxation
The hotel has a hammam (Turkish sauna) available for guest use after a day of sightseeing. Select suites include a private steam shower or a jetted whirlpool bath in the room. Guests also have access to a rooftop terrace with outdoor furniture and views of the Duomo.
Services & Practical Amenities
The hotel provides airport shuttle service to and from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, located 5 km away. Pets are welcome on request, with pet bowls and pet baskets supplied. The property has accessible parking, a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage.
Location & Nearby Attractions
BASTIÒ PRIVATE SUITES is a 2-minute walk from Catania Piazza Duomo and the main fish market. Ursino Castle and the Roman Theatre of Catania are within a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The hotel sits at the entrance to the old town, with dozens of restaurants and shops on Via Etnea starting about 100 meters away.
Highlights
Rooms: Suites with original 15th-century lava arches