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Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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San Max Hotel

Via Etnea 329, 95100 Catania, Italy – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 1736 reviews)

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8.4
Very Good
1,736 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Total

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

Big room, very nice team, clean pool, perfect location. I really enjoyed my stay for a good value of money.

Georg Austria

The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was very large, and we even got guide books gifted.

Paul Israel

Location, the lift was spacious and fast, comfortable bed and fridge.

Kelly United States of America

friendly staff, great location, close to major street and airport, good value for money.

Cat United States of America

Our quiet room had a small, nice terrace at the back of the hotel We also had an AC in the room

Gemma Malta

The staff was friendly. The room was large and very clean. The breakfast was okay. The hotel was on the main street, a short walk to shops and restaurants and had an elevator!

Ann United States of America

It was clean, it was very well located. The staff super friendly and took their time to explain the main attraction, even recommended good places to eat. Breakfast was good,

Stefano Italy

More selection for breakfast would be nice. Eggs etc

Jody Canada

We liked everything staff really nice amazing location

Michela Malta

Rooms are big comfortable and clean close to the centre. Staff are very friendly. Parking facilities is good and safe.

Claire Malta

Excellent location!

9.2
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8.4
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1,736 reviews
  • 9.2

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  • “Big room, very nice team, clean pool, perfect location. I really enjoyed my stay for a good value of money.”
    Georg Georg Austria Austria
  • “The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was very large, and we even got guide books gifted.”
    Paul Paul Israel Israel
  • “Location, the lift was spacious and fast, comfortable bed and fridge.”
    Kelly Kelly United States of America United States of America
  • “friendly staff, great location, close to major street and airport, good value for money.”
    Cat Cat United States of America United States of America
  • “Our quiet room had a small, nice terrace at the back of the hotel We also had an AC in the room”
    Gemma Gemma Malta Malta
  • “The staff was friendly. The room was large and very clean. The breakfast was okay. The hotel was on the main street, a short walk to shops and restaurants and had an elevator!”
    Ann Ann United States of America United States of America
  • “It was clean, it was very well located. The staff super friendly and took their time to explain the main attraction, even recommended good places to eat. Breakfast was good,”
    Stefano Stefano Italy Italy
  • “More selection for breakfast would be nice. Eggs etc”
    Jody Jody Canada Canada
  • “We liked everything staff really nice amazing location”
    Michela Michela Malta Malta
  • “Rooms are big comfortable and clean close to the centre. Staff are very friendly. Parking facilities is good and safe.”
    Claire Claire Malta Malta

One of our top picks in Catania. San Max Hotel is set in a building that dates back to the early 19th century. It is located right on Via Etnea, in the historic center of Catania. Private parking is available.

Enjoy spacious rooms with a light décor and contemporary furnishing.

Hotel San Max offers free WiFi in the entire building, and free wired internet in the rooms. At reception, you will also find an internet point where you can do your online check-in and print your boarding passes free of charge.

This is our guests' favorite part of Catania, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

뀐 Located in the best-rated area in Catania, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

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  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.2
    • Guests said parking was good
  • Free WiFi8.4

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  • Georg Austria

    “Big room, very nice team, clean pool, perfect location. I really enjoyed my stay for a good value of money.”

  • Paul Israel

    “The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was very large, and we even got guide books gifted.”

  • Kelly United States of America

    “Location, the lift was spacious and fast, comfortable bed and fridge. ”

  • Cat United States of America

    “friendly staff, great location, close to major street and airport, good value for money.”

  • Gemma Malta

    “Our quiet room had a small, nice terrace at the back of the hotel We also had an AC in the room”

  • Ann United States of America

    “The staff was friendly. The room was large and very clean. The breakfast was okay. The hotel was on the main street, a short walk to shops and restaurants and had an elevator!”

  • Stefano Italy

    “It was clean, it was very well located. The staff super friendly and took their time to explain the main attraction, even recommended good places to eat. Breakfast was good,”

  • Jody Canada

    “More selection for breakfast would be nice. Eggs etc”

  • Michela Malta

    “We liked everything staff really nice amazing location ”

  • Claire Malta

    “Rooms are big comfortable and clean close to the centre. Staff are very friendly. Parking facilities is good and safe. ”

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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?

    Yes of course , we organised the Hotel for it


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  • What is the price for parking? Is the pollen in April? Thank you

    PARKING RATE IS € 15.00 PAR DAY , IT'S BETTER TO BOOK IT BEFORE ARRIVAL TO BE SURE YOU CAN USE THE SERVICE - Best regards


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  • If flying in to catania at 9.00pm . Is the reception open for checking in.

    Yes of course, we are Always open, Best regards, booking debt


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  • Is the parking next to the hotel?

    Good morning, Our parking is inside the hotel. Best regards Booking dept


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  • What time does the reception close in the evening please?

    Good evening, The reception is always open, we wait all the arrival , and at check in we give also an elettronic key , usually we ask for the arrival time to organise the check in of this period . Best regards


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  • Is there a car parking?

    Yes, we have a car parking and it costs € 15.00 per day.


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  • Good Afternoon, What is the charge for using a swimming pool? Thank you Anna

    Good afternoon Mrs Anna, the swimming-pool rate is € 10.00 par day for 1 person, € 15.00 par day for 2 person , and it's included : tawels, deckchairs and shoes , Best regards, Max


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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?

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  • What is the price for parking? Is the pollen in April? Thank you

    PARKING RATE IS € 15.00 PAR DAY , IT'S BETTER TO BOOK IT BEFORE ARRIVAL TO BE SURE YOU CAN USE THE SERVICE - Best regards


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  • If flying in to catania at 9.00pm . Is the reception open for checking in.

    Yes of course, we are Always open, Best regards, booking debt


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    Asked about: Double or Twin Room with parking included
  • Is the parking next to the hotel?

    Good morning, Our parking is inside the hotel. Best regards Booking dept


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  • What time does the reception close in the evening please?

    Good evening, The reception is always open, we wait all the arrival , and at check in we give also an elettronic key , usually we ask for the arrival time to organise the check in of this period . Best regards


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  • Is there a car parking?

    Yes, we have a car parking and it costs € 15.00 per day.


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  • Good Afternoon, What is the charge for using a swimming pool? Thank you Anna

    Good afternoon Mrs Anna, the swimming-pool rate is € 10.00 par day for 1 person, € 15.00 par day for 2 person , and it's included : tawels, deckchairs and shoes , Best regards, Max


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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Villa Bellini - Park
    0.2 miles
  • Via Etnea
    0.2 miles
  • Palazzo del Toscano
    0.4 miles
  • Fontana dei Malavoglia
    0.5 miles
  • Catania Amphitheatre
    0.5 miles
  • Musical Institute Vincenzo Bellini
    0.5 miles
  • Palazzo San Demetrio
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Stadio Angelo Massimino
    0.7 miles
  • Roman Theatre of Catania
    0.8 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo, Catania
    0.8 miles
  • Catania Cathedral
    0.8 miles
  • Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga
    0.8 miles
Public transit
  • Subway Stesicoro Metro Station
    0.5 miles
  • Subway Borgo Metro Station
    0.6 miles
  • Subway Giuffrida Metro Station
    0.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Catania Fontanarossa Airport
    2.9 miles
  • Comiso Airport
    44.3 miles
  • Reggio di Calabria Airport Tito Minniti
    49.7 miles
How to get to San Max Hotel from Catania Fontanarossa Airport
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Amenities of San Max Hotel

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Food & Drink
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Parking options available

  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Express check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Additional fee

  • Seasonal
  • Adults only
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Infinity pool
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas Additional charge
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Solarium Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Italian

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From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi JCB American Express San Max Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

San Max Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

At check-in, all guests must present a valid passport or identity card.

Please note guests aged 12 and younger are not allowed in the paid swimming pool.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

piscina a pagamento: Closed from Tue, Nov 24, 2020 until Mon, May 31, 2021

piscina a pagamento: Closed from Tue, Oct 05, 2021 until Tue, May 31, 2022

FAQs about San Max Hotel

  • San Max Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Solarium

  • Guests staying at San Max Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Italian
    • À la carte

  • The prices at San Max Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to San Max Hotel by:

    • Taxi 15min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 25min

  • San Max Hotel is 0.8 miles from the center of Catania.

  • Room options at San Max Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Single

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at San Max Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Street parking

  • Check-in at San Max Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.5
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