Romano Palace Luxury Hotel Catania
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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel Review
Set in the San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata district, at a 2.8 km distance from San Benedetto Arch Church, Romano Palace Luxury Hotel Catania features an outdoor swimming pool and views of the garden. This 5-star hotel presents a peaceful roof garden, welcoming guests with an outdoor pool and a sun terrace.
A rich buffet breakfast is served at the à la carte restaurant. Guests can pick their preferred cuisine among Mediterranean, seafood and Italian options available in restaurants onsite. The Lido Azzurro is set within a minutes' drive from the hotel.
The welcoming property has a convenient location at a 3 km distance from the ornate 19th-century theatre "Bellini Theater", while shopping venues like the town square "Piazza Duomo" are around 2.7 km away. The Romano Palace Luxury is just a few steps away from Excelsior Lido Srl and 10 km from Fontanarossa airport.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Ionian Sea, which is merely a 5-minute walk away. Guests can visit historical sights, including the 13th-century castle "Castello Ursino", placed 25 minutes' walk from Romano Palace Luxury Hotel, and learn more about Catania.
Furnished with sound-proofed windows, the rooms are allergy-friendly and offer complimentary WiFi. Also, there is a mini-fridge-bar as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided. Along with a spa bathtub, the private bathrooms are fitted with hairdryers.
Kennedy-Lido Aeronautica bus stop is set only 5 minutes' walk away.
The Romano Palace Luxury Catania offers a sunbed and umbrellas on a famous beach, which is merely a 5-minute walk away. This welcoming property arranges diving, canoeing and hiking. The accommodation has a spa salon along with large whirlpool bathtubs, a solarium and an outdoor swimming pool to relax after a busy day. Finally, the Romano Palace Luxury Catania houses a meeting room and a conference space featuring a desk and a photocopy machine.
Impressions
During my stay at Romano Palace Luxury Hotel, I took full advantage of their exceptional service offerings. First and foremost, the room service was impeccable. No matter what time of day, I could count on prompt and friendly delivery of delicious meals right to my door. This convenience made my stay even more enjoyable and allowed me to relax and enjoy my luxurious surroundings to the fullest.
The car hire service was also a lifesaver as I had arrived without a vehicle and needed to get around for various activities and excursions. The staff at Romano Palace Luxury Hotel quickly and efficiently assisted me in renting a car, making it easy for me to explore the beautiful surrounding areas and take in all the sights and attractions the region had to offer.
In addition to the room service and car hire, the hotel's dry cleaning and laundry services were also a great help. I was able to have my clothing and outfits cleaned and pressed without having to lift a finger, leaving me with more time to enjoy all the incredible amenities and experiences the hotel had to offer. The level of service at Romano Palace Luxury Hotel truly exceeded my expectations and made my stay a memorable and stress-free experience.
Positives and negatives
- Luxury old-fashioned hotel with restaurants and bars.
- Quiet location within a 25-minute walk from Giovanni Verga's House Museum.
- Nestled in a beach area surrounded by a garden and a forest.
- Brand-new guest rooms feature classic decor; most come with a bath and a balcony.
- Free and satisfactory breakfast included.
- Outdoor restaurant with a menu of local specialties to enjoy an evening.
- Amazing pool bar.
- Efficient service and remarkable facilities.
- Rates are excellent.
- A few past guests were dissatisfied with not great beds.
- Bathrooms get mixed reviews and might be a bit small.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- private parking
- free wifi
- beachfront
- family rooms
- restaurant
- fitness center
- bar
- private beach area
- good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Solarium
- Jacuzzi
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Make up services
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Bowling
Activities for Kids
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Castello Ursino 2.27 km (1.41 mi.)
- Piazza universita 2.81 km (1.75 mi.)
- Piazza Duomo 2.68 km (1.67 mi.)
- Palazzo Biscari 2.73 km (1.70 mi.)
- Afrobar Catania 960 m (3150 ft)
- Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena 2.80 km (1.74 mi.)
- Roman Theatre of Catania 2.69 km (1.67 mi.)
- Basilica Collegiata 2.87 km (1.78 mi.)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 6.9 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $141 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 104 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 1086 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Castello Ursino , Piazza universita , Piazza Duomo |
| 🏆 Rankings | #1 in Catania 5 Star Hotels #1 in Catania hotels near Piazza universita #2 in Sicily Hotels for Romantic Getaway #4 in Sicily 5 Star Hotels #7 in Catania hotels near Church of St. Agatha the Vetere |