“The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Catania's vibrant attractions!”view full review
Standing only a 9-minute walk from the Fera 'o Luni market, the 4-star Mercure Catania Excelsior hotel enjoys an enviable location in the very heart of Catania. Via Etnea Shopping Street is located 1.7 km from this fantastic hotel, boasting a lounge bar and city views.
Location
The hotel in the Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio district of Catania, a short way from the century theatre "Bellini Theater". The Mercure Catania Excelsior is also just 500 m from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele III, and near a port.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Ionian Sea, which is 1.3 km away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the Saint Julian Church, a popular place of worship located within 20 minutes' walk of this accommodation.
Mercure Catania Excelsior hotel is 800 metres from Terminal bus station and in close proximity to Italia underground station.
Rooms
This Catania hotel features 176 rooms with a balcony and a dressing room, furnished with a writing table. Along with a mini fridge bar, such essentials as air conditioning are also available. Bathroom comforts include a hair dryer and dressing gowns, and such essentials as a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet.
Eat & Drink
Ristorante Pagano is located next to Mercure Catania Excelsior hotel and serves Mediterranean dishes, around 5 minutes' walk away.
Leisure & Business
The property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. There is a fitness suite with a wide range of sports. Business travellers will have access to a meeting room provided on site.
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Mercure Catania Excelsior offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double or Twin Room
3 persons
220 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Superior Double Room Balcony
2 persons
240 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Superior Twin Room Mountain View
2 persons
240 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Mountain view
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Spacious and Comfortable Rooms
“During my stay, I was impressed by the clean and spacious room I was assigned. It provided ample space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast Spread
“I particularly enjoyed the breakfast options available with a good variety including some Sicilian specialties like cannoli. It set a perfect tone for the day!” view full review
Access to Fitness Room
“The availability of a fitness room was a great benefit. I appreciated having the option to maintain my workout routine while traveling.” view full review
Great Rooftop Access
“The rooftop area offered fine views, particularly of Mount Etna. It was a fantastic place to relax and enjoy the evening with friends.” view full review
General
Non-smoking property
Free internet access
Car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Wheelchair access
Lift
Currency exchange
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Guest Parking
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Services
Valet parking
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business centre
Children
Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
Jacuzzi
Room features
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Mercure Catania Excelsior Location
Piazza G. Verga,39,
Catania,
Italy,
95129,
Sicily
Map view
Piazza G. Verga,39,
Catania,
Italy,
95129,
Sicily
City landmarks
Square
Piazza Duomo
1.1
mi
Square
Piazza universita
1.0
mi
Church
Cathedral of Sant'Agata
3.0
mi
Square
Stesicoro
3900 ft
Square
Piazza Carlo Alberto market
2900 ft
Fountain
Fontana dell'Elefante
1.1
mi
Castle
Castello Ursino
5200 ft
Opera House
Bellini Theater
4400 ft
Palace
Palazzo Biscari
5100 ft
Landmark
Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena
1.3
mi
Landmark
Arancini tasting
3000 ft
Landmark
Roman Theatre of Catania
1.2
mi
Landmark
Via Etnea
1.1
mi
Garden
Orto Botanico dell'Universita di Catania
4100 ft
Landmark
Anfiteatro Romano
4200 ft
Church
Basilica Collegiata
1.0
mi
Museum
Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943
3300 ft
Landmark
Promenade of Catania
1.5
mi
Event hall
Le Ciminiere Fairs and Convention Center
3300 ft
Landmark
Malavoglia Fountain
2300 ft
Event hall
Palazzo Platamone
4800 ft
Landmark
Palazzo San Demetrio
2300 ft
Landmark
Porta Garibaldi
1.4
mi
Landmark
Via Crociferi
5100 ft
Landmark
Palazzo degli Elefanti
1.1
mi
Landmark
Palazzo Stesicoro
2300 ft
Landmark
Amphitheatre of Catania
4200 ft
Landmark
Parco Archeologico Greco Romano di Catania
1.5
mi
Fountain
Fontana dell'Amenano
1.1
mi
Landmark
Church of the Badia di Sant'Agata
3.0
mi
Nearby
Art object
Monument to Vincenzo Bellini
1600 ft
Church
San Biagio
1600 ft
Square
Piazza Stesicoro
1600 ft
Church
Chiesa San Michele Arcangelo ai Minoriti
1600 ft
Church
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
1600 ft
Via Sant'Euplio 1
Church of Sant'Euplio
1600 ft
Piazza Manganelli 16
Manganelli Palace
1600 ft
Piazza Manganelli 14 Piano terra
Latienda di Tribeart
1600 ft
Restaurants
Trattoria ristorante Al Gabbiano 2
400 ft
Piazza Giovanni Verga 4
Buscio Bistro
600 ft
Via Conte Ruggero 2C
Officina del Gusto
700 ft
Via Conte Ruggero 59
I Sapurusi
600 ft
Via Francesco Crispi 235 angolo via Federico De Roberto
Agricolab
700 ft
Via Francesco Crispi n. 258
Ritz
800 ft
Via Enrico Adolfo Pantano 54
Alta Mira
1300 ft
Via Enrico Adolfo Pantano 77
Getting around
City Centre
Catania15 min
·
4000 ft
Airports
Fontanarossa (CTA)12 min
·
4.8
mi
Comiso (CIY)139 min
·
57.4
mi
Train
Stazione Catania Centrale14 min
·
3700 ft
Stazione Catania Porto Acquicella15 min
·
4000 ft
Underground
Italia6 min
·
1700 ft
Stesicoro11 min
·
3000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 15 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 12 per person per day.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
176
Former name
Excelsior Grand Hotel
Reviews and Ratings
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Review score
Based on 974 verified reviews
7.4/10
Very good
73%
Recommend
Guest reviews
based on 316 reviews
7.0/10
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