Hotel Sofia

Hotels
7.6 (916 reviews)
Via Etnea 196 , Catania , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Fire extinguishers
Key access
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from street and other rooms
Hot water availability

Categories

Cleanliness
6.56
Cleanliness needs improvement; some reports of sticky floors and bathroom issues.
Service
8.53
Staff were described as very nice, polite, and helpful.
Location
9.07
Location is perfect, central and close to major monuments.
Room Quality
7.02
Rooms were clean and spacious, although some issues with noise and maintenance.
Amenities
7.05
Basic amenities provided but occasional issues with hot water and TV reception.
Value for Money
8.01
Good price for the location; not a luxury structure but meets expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.06
Breakfast options mentioned positively; however, specific offerings aren't detailed.
Overall Experience
7.53
Generally positive experience despite some concerns with cleanliness and noise.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:51

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Free WiFi
Hotel Sofia, nestled in the heart of Catania, offers modern air-conditioned rooms with complimentary WiFi. Relax in the spacious rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV and luxurious en suite bathrooms. Indulge in the elegantly furnished rooms featuring a soothing spa bath for the ultimate relaxation.

Convenient Location
Explore the nearby attractions with ease as Castello Ursino castle is just a kilometer away. Only a short 15-minute drive from Catania Airport, the hotel provides a central location for both leisure and business travelers. The nearest stunning beaches are a mere 5 km away, perfect for a day of sun and sand.

Shared TV Area and Nearby Attractions
Unwind in the shared TV area or venture out to discover the vibrant surroundings. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Catania, with the hotel serving as the perfect starting point for your adventures.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Hotel Sofia? Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that full payment of the booked stay is due on arrival.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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 18 per day.

  • 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.
    People no matter the age stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 916 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.56
Service: 8.53
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.02
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 7.06
Overall Experience: 7.53
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Paul Joseph • solo_traveller • us
3
Wish I had booked someplace else
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Very old hotel, reception hours are not good and hard to find.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Renzo • solo_traveller • it
6
Utile.
Pros:

Posizione centrale, comoda per visitare il centro città.

Cons:

Letto scomodo, cuscini scomodi, bagno rumoroso, doccia scomoda.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • it
9
Ottimo
Pros:

Posizione centrale sulla via Etnea a pochissimi passi dal cuore della città
Camera spaziosa, pulita e silenziosa
Struttura accogliente, staff gentile e disponibile
Davvero una scoperta

Cons:

Tutto perfetto
Se proprio devo indicare qualcosa direi il letto, produceva un fastidioso scricchiolio se ci muovevamo
Ma nulla di rilevante

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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carmela • solo_traveller • mt
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Turkan • solo_traveller • tr
10
Pros:

Konumu çok iyi

Cons:

Kahvaltı yoktu

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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DARIO • couple • it
10
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Maurizio • couple • it
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • de
7
it was fine
Pros:

Good location and the basics wwere covered

Cons:

For the money do not expect any frills

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Marina • solo_traveller • gr
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Stevien • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

Ik kreeg een gratis upgrade waardoor ik in de suite belande.
De communicatie met het hotel was perfect (ik had een late check in maar dat was geen probleem, er werd zeer duidelijk uitgelegd hoe ik aan sleutel kwam)
De ligging in het centrum

Cons:

In het gebouw zelf was het even zoeken waar het hotel zat.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

L'emplacement de l'hôtel est parfait et le personnel très serviable

Cons:

j'avais une chambre qui donnait sur la rue principale, très bruyante, je ne pouvais pas ouvrir la fenêtre.
Je ne sais pas si la douche a été bien nettoyée, car un petit morceau de papier est resté pendant tout le séjour

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Beata • solo_traveller • no
10
Pros:

Hotel jest polozony w centrum, wszędzie blisko😊Bardzo miła obsluga, pomocna, z niczym nie bylo problemu😊mozna zejsc na doledobre sniadano w bardzo milej kawiarence.... pokój czysty i wszystko bylo jak najbardziej w porządku....mały balkonik, który dawał widok na Etne na końcu ulicy...wszystko bylo dobrze, polecam to miejsce 😊

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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HERMAN • solo_traveller • co
5
Pros:

ubicacion

Cons:

no es un hotel es un apartamento y no me alojaron en el hotel sofia sino otro al frente, no tiene servicios hoteleros sino de pequeñas suites

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Bogulawa • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • it
3
Pros:

La posizione centrale e la disponibilità del personale

Cons:

La stanza era rumorosa, il letto scomodo e in bagno c'era cattivo odore.
Il parcheggio convenzionato è gestito da persone maleducate e poco trasparenti.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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JANILSON E • extended_group • br
9
Ótimo custo benefício
Pros:

Localização e espaço nos quartos.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Dr. Damian • couple • at
10
Sehr gute Lage. Soogar beste Lage. Preis Leistung TOP!
Pros:

Ich hab genau das bekommen, was ich bestellt habe. Ich war sehr glueklich, dass ich ein Zimmer im Innenhof bekommen habe, somit war kein Thema mit Laerm. Es gab kein Laern, es war ruhig.
Das Hotel kann ich nur empfehlen. Der Chef ist auch ok, ganz netter Tuep

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Eirini • couple • gr
9
Καλή value for money επιλογή
Pros:

Ευγενικό προσωπικό, άνετο δωμάτιο, και σε πολύ βολικό σημείο.

Cons:

Όλα καλά!

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • solo_traveller • it
6
Pros:

Personale gentile e disponibile, stanze ampie e pulite

Cons:

Hotel Sofia totalmente da ristrutturare (eccetto il bagno). Hotel Costanza, di fronte, stesso piano, parzialmente ristrutturato ma con evidenti difetti

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee