Hotel Sofia

Hotels
7.6 (990 reviews)
Via Etnea 196 , Catania , IT
+39 095 326745

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking throughout
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 990 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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Luigi • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Ahmet • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Alda • family_with_children • it
6
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Abdelkader • solo_traveller • fr
10
La réceptionniste est très accueillante et l’établissement est très propre. Tout est parfait !
Pros:

oui

Cons:

rien

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
A
Alexandra • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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AGATINA • extended_group • it
1
Posizione ottima ,tutto il resto disagio.lo sconsiglio
Pros:

La posizione centrale

Cons:

Tutto il resto

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
T
theoni • family_with_children • gr
9
Pros:

Η τοποθεσία το προσωπικό πολυ ευγενικό παω συνέχεια εκεί

Cons:

Ολα ήταν ωραία

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Rositsa • family_with_children • bg
4
Cons:

The hotel is in a very good location and has amenities, but the shower didn't work, and the pipes could be heard around the clock—it clearly isn't well maintained.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

A bit dated but friendly and spacious.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Noel Parnis • solo_traveller • mt
10
Pros:

City centre

Cons:

No kettle in room

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Susan Menta 🇲🇹 • family_with_children • mt
1
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
B
Byrn • extended_group • us
9
Excellent with minor drawbacks, such as the smell of the bathroom, but spacious with kind staff.
Pros:

location
room
bathroom

Cons:

The bathroom was stinky

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
G
Gonzalo tomas • couple • ar
9
Pros:

Very well located , the staff was friendly and helpful.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
D
Dakota • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
9
Hotel excellent location, staff friendly and efficient. Weather great.
Pros:

The location was great, would have been difficult to get a better location.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
M
mod • solo_traveller • it
4
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
J
Jadranka • solo_traveller • hr
5
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Vincenzo • solo_traveller • it
10
Il re e la regina
Pros:

Per problemi organizzativi ci hanno dato la suite imperiale 80 mq
Un soffitto antico meraviglioso.
Un giorno da re.....😁

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
S
Suzanne • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

Confort et situation

Cons:

Ascenseur trop petit

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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RETJM • couple • fr
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee