Bad - Bed & Breakfast and Design

very nice & kind owner (Alessandro's charming smile welcomes new comers)

Bad - bed & Breakfast in Catania is more to be considered a hostel. This is a good place to stay for back-packers or the very economic tourist. In the heart of Catania by the fish market and the harbour. Calm hostel with large rooms, but not so much design. Nice staff. Breakfast in a bar at the amazing fish market.

The room was ok. The area is not so nice, but is a great location within the city. The room was clean and the people help us all the time. The breakfast is in a caffee out of the hotel.

Our stay at B.A.D. was delightful-- offering an immersion into the life of Catania, the fish market and fruit and vegetable vendors, with excellent proximity to the piazza, cafes, tourist information and many aspects of the wonderful life of this city. Our only regret was not booking the apartment so that we could cook a little ourselves. Thank you Alessandro and staff for your guidance, and for helping to make our first trip to Sicily a true pleasure.

Pluses: - Great location (2 mins from Piazza Duomo) - Person in charge was very nice and helpful. - Right for the price. Negatives: - Our room did not have a loo. It was outside the room and only accessible by us with a key, but was not happy with that. Maybe they should specify this in the website. - Our room opened into a nearby building which had a dog which barked non-stop and a baby that cried along! - The B&B is not standalone - it occupies the 2nd and 3rd floors of a (slightly dodgy) residential building. - There is no laundry facility. - The breakfast is a coupon for a croissant & coffee at a nearby cafe. Despite the negatives its not a bad place to stay (despite the name ;-)) but do ensure you get a room with a loo attached and away from the noisy neighbours.

Had to climb 2 flights of stairs with a TON of luggage since there is NO elevator in the building which was reallllly annoying but besides that the room was great, the location was great, and the wifi actually worked! We didnt have trouble with parking but i could see it being a problem if youre there on a day other than sunday so watch out for that if you have a car

No one available after check in. Taxi cost twice as much as quoted. Breakfast was in another building but due to the unsafe area in Catania at 5 am we were unable to use our coupons. Too many flights of stairs with no assistance. Courtyard was dark and unsafe. One had to hold the door open to the street to put the keys back in the hotel. I guess that old saying, "you get what y ou pay for" stands true.

I would definitely recommend this B&B. The rates are extremely reasonable and it's very easy to get to from the Airport in Catania. The directions on the website are very clear and specific. The room itself was quirky, clean and comfortable. The owners who greeted us were exceptionally helpful in directing us to all the good things to see and great places to eat around the city. In terms of location within the city, it is a few steps away from the pescheria (the famous fish market), but don't worry, there is no smell nearby!!! Breakfast was at a nearby bar, and consisted of a coffee and a pastry. All in all, I have no complaints and wouldn't hesitate for a second to stay here again.

For sure I can recommend this place. A good location close the Catania 's attractions. A simple breakfast just a sandwich and a coffee in a nearby bar. But that place gives you really the Italian feeling. The room was spacious and light. And the owners are friendly and helpful people.

I would highly recommend this B&B. It is very close to the City Center - just out past the famous fish market. The interior design is great and the rooms are clean and comfortable. Definitely the place to stay in Catania.