Hotel Villa Mater Catania
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Hotel Villa Mater Review
The 2-star Hotel Villa Mater Catania is set within 10 minutes' drive away from the central plaza "Piazza Duomo" and about a 25-minute stroll from Ognina. Located within 5 minutes' drive from Via Etnea Shopping Street, this Catania hotel features 30 rooms with views over the sea.
A continental breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant at this Catania property. The accommodation invites guests to have a drink at a garden bar. The pizzeria Al Nuovo 314 is set approximately a 5-minute walk away.
The property enjoys a panoramic location in the Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio district, only a short drive from Leucatia Castle. The hotel is nestled in the very heart of Catania.
There are air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Villa Mater, some of them come with a TV and include private bathrooms fitted with a shower.
The accommodation is a 15-minute drive from Fontanarossa airport, and within 3.6 km from Stazione Catania Centrale train station.
A rooftop terrace and a garden are featured for free.
Impressions
I arrived at the Villa Mater on a sunny afternoon, feeling excited to experience everything this beautiful hotel had to offer. As I checked in, the receptionist informed me that as part of their exceptional service, Villa Mater provided guests with room service and laundry facilities. I found this incredibly convenient, knowing that I wouldn't have to lift a finger in terms of doing my laundry, and could indulge in a little luxury and comfort.
After settling into my room and freshening up, I decided to take advantage of the room service and ordered a delicious meal. The food came quickly and was presented beautifully, making for a wonderful experience. The following day, I took my laundry down to the reception, and it was returned to me within a few hours – clean, folded, and smelling lovely. I was extremely impressed with the quality of service provided by Villa Mater, and it definitely made my stay all the more enjoyable.
Positives and negatives
- Good and magnificent location within a 25-minute walk from Piazza Carlo Alberto market.
- Rooms are spacious and huge with a fresh linen, a TV and a good breakfast.
- Menu offers amazing local fare.
- Warm beverages are included in some rates.
- Great prices for the area.
- Rare complaints about uncomfortable beds from past guests.
- Wi-Fi was bad for such a hotel.
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Dining facilities
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Cathedral of Sant'Agata 3.43 km (2.13 mi.)
- Palazzo Biscari 3.43 km (2.13 mi.)
- Malavoglia Fountain 2.32 km (1.44 mi.)
- Anfiteatro Romano 2.32 km (1.44 mi.)
- Via Etnea 2.39 km (1.49 mi.)
- Chiesa Sant'Agata al Borgo 1.34 km (4396 ft)
- Piazza universita 3.43 km (2.13 mi.)
- Area Marina Protetta Isole Ciclopi 630 m (2067 ft)
- Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center 2.57 km (1.60 mi.)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 7.7 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $49 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 30 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 315 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Cathedral of Sant'Agata , Palazzo Biscari , Malavoglia Fountain |
| 🏆 Rankings | #2 in Catania hotels near Basilica Collegiata #3 in Catania hotels near Stesicoro #10 in Catania hotels near Porta Garibaldi #15 in Catania hotels near Fontana dell'Elefante |