San Max Hotel

Hotels
8 (2909 reviews)
Via Etnea 329 , Catania , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Attentive staff
Clean rooms
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Some breakfast items not replenished
Noise in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
Rooms were generally clean and well-maintained.
Service
8.36
Responsive and attentive staff; overall pleasant experience.
Location
8.4
Excellent location; central and convenient for visiting the city.
Room Quality
7.85
Spacious rooms with comfortable beds and adequate amenities.
Amenities
7.88
Included various facility options; standard for hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.34
Good price-to-quality ratio considering location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Breakfast quality varied; some items not restocked promptly.
Overall Experience
7.86
Overall satisfactory stay with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 18:52

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
San Max Hotel, housed in a 19th-century building on Via Etnea, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. The spacious rooms feature a light décor and contemporary furnishing, providing a cozy retreat for guests.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the entire building and free wired internet in the rooms. The hotel also offers an internet point at the reception, allowing guests to conveniently check-in online and print boarding passes at no extra cost.

Relaxation and Recreation
In addition to the convenient amenities, guests can take advantage of private parking facilities and access to a paid swimming pool. Whether you're exploring the historic center of Catania or unwinding at the pool, San Max Hotel ensures a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Book your stay at San Max Hotel now for a perfect blend of convenience and relaxation.

Important information:

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.

A surcharge of EUR 30 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Please note that the pool is accessible by reservation only. The pool is open daily from June 16 to September 14, 2026.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Nov 25, 2025 until Mon, Jun 15, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Sep 15, 2026 until Tue, Jun 15, 2027

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CTA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2909 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 8.36
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Verner • couple • dk
9
Fuldt ud godt tilfreds
Pros:

At der var en lukket parkeringsplads
Flinke og imødekommende
Beliggenheden

Cons:

Ingenting at klage over

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La atención del personal fue muy amable y diligente. Encantadores. Y la ubicación es perfecta para moverse por la ciudad.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
K
kevin • couple • ca
7
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Enrico • couple • it
10
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Carmel • solo_traveller • mt
8
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Petri • solo_traveller • fi
9
Great place to stay in Catania
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

-

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
J
Jan • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Hector Horacio • solo_traveller • ar
10
Pros:

El trato. Excelente 👌. Buena ubicación.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Elena • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L'emplacement idéal et le rapport qualité -prix

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Gilbert • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Proche du centre
Personnel au top serviable gentil empathique
La direction a à cœur de satisfaire les clients
Petit plus appréciable car difficile de se garer autour, un parking pour laisser la voiture
Payant en option mais nous l’avons pris et l’avons bien apprécié
Petit-déjeuner abondant et très varié
Tout ok pour nous

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Giuseppina • couple • it
10
Soddisfatta
Pros:

Colazione e posizione ottima..Titolare e staff gentilissimi

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
M
Marcelle • couple • mt
10
It s a very nice hotel surley I book again
Pros:

It s very clean
Staff very helpful
Good location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Lihong • couple • cn
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Paqui • couple • es
9
Pros:

La atención de la recepcionista ha sido excelente

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Lihong • couple • cn
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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José Ricardo • couple • pt
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Gianni • couple • it
10
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Agrippino • family_with_children • it
7
Posizione top
Pros:

Location molto mondana ma con tutti i servizi e la sua posizione è il top

Cons:

Nulla, tutto bene

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
L
Luis Ángel • couple • es
9
Pros:

La habitación

Cons:

No tengo comentarios negativos del hotel 🏨.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee