"We arrived at 1pm and were told our room would be available at 2pm. Then more guests arrived and they too were told their rooms would be available at 2pm. I mean, you can't have 3 rooms all done at the same time so if you don't want folks checking in before 2pm, just say so.
We requested help with our luggage as we didn't want to drag our bags from the parking lot to the reception (a few mins walk on very bumpy, cobbled grounds), and had to wait a good 15mins for the "bellboy" to show up, after asking reception a few times for an update. Apparently, their luggage trolley was in use so the bellboy just dragged our luggage anyway. Turns out, their staff was using the one luggage trolley this big resort had!
We returned at 5pm to check in, and while our room was ready, no one bothered to move our luggage into the room. We picked them up ourselves and dragged them through the resort and up to the second floor. I should note we had to go into the backroom to find our own luggage too since the staff was super helpful [insert sarcasm]!
The room was waaay below average. It looked like something from a cheap saudi prince mansion from the 90s, only the walls were bare, the furniture cheap and the bathroom... oh gawd the smell of bleach was horrible! It was old, with grey stains on the tiled floors and I used that shower out of desperation only!
The whole resort screams wannabe luxury in the lobby and reception and stops there. Do not recommend!"
"The property overall was very poorly maintained. The water did not drain properly from either the sink or the bathtub. Although we arrived late in the afternoon, the room electricity was not working. Considering the overall experience, the property was extremely overpriced."
"The "total spa" experience is very underwhelming. Access to a sauna, steam room, is not a "total" experience. The foot treatment consisting of ruining a walk on progressively more painful rocks was so bad we had to laugh.
But... rooms were good and the staff were very pleasant. Everything else, that is standard, was really good."
Are you and your partner looking for a romantic getaway? Couples choose Catania for its cultural attractions, interesting historical sites, and major shopping area. You might want to spend some time strolling hand in hand through the natural surroundings with a visit to Bellini Gardens, Villa Pacini, or Gioeni Park. Whether you want to get a couple's massage or lounge around in luxurious bedding, you'll have your choice of 5 hotels and other lodging options in Catania to make for the perfect getaway.
How many romantic hotels will we be able to find in Catania?
Expedia has 5 romantic Catania hotels for you both to enjoy.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Catania?
If you're looking forward to lots of outings with your partner, check out these details about year-round temperatures in Catania: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Catania is 25 inches.
What is there to do in Catania?
There's nothing better than wandering around a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all that Catania has to offer. If you're hoping to see some of the area's cultural attractions, you and your partner will love Catania for its interesting historical sites and major shopping area. A visit to Catania Beach, Piazza del Duomo, or Catania Fish Market might be just the ticket when you're checking out the sights.
What's the best way to get to Catania and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Catania might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: To get to Catania, book a flight to Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is the closest major airport, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from the city center. Nearby metro stations include Porto Station, Italia Station, and Galatea Station. If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Catania Central Station, Catania Acquicella Station, or Catania Ognina Station.