San Max Hotel

Hotels
8 (2985 reviews)
Via Etnea 329 , Catania , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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 2985 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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Marcello • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Lilianna • solo_traveller • pl
9
Blisko centrum
Pros:

Blisko centrum. Bardzo miła i pomocna obsługa recepcji.Możliwość zostawienia bagaży.W recepcji po południu darmowa herbata.

Cons:

Trochę głośno od ulicy . Warto prosić o pokój cichy.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
L
Ling • couple • cn
10
值得推荐给大家
Pros:

停车方便，有自己的停车场，安全放心，房间也不错，早餐也好，房间很舒适

Cons:

没有，前台人员服务很好

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Milasinov • solo_traveller • me
9
Pros:

Osoblje je jako ljubazno i uslužno, hotel je čist i kreveti jako udobni, udobniji nego u nekim hotelima sa 5 zvezdica, jako lepo smo spavali. Soba je bila dosta velika.

Cons:

Čulo se malo buke iz susednih soba, ali ništa strasno.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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GEDIMINAS • extended_group • lt
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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cassoleta • couple • es
8
Sitio perfecto en el sitio perfecto para visitar la ciudad, buena la relacion calidad precio.
Pros:

Todo correcto

Cons:

Desayuno muy justito, falta de zumo de naranja

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • couple • it
9
La città di Catania ci ha sorpreso positivamente ... ci torneremo per una visita approfondita!
Pros:

Albergo discreto in posizione tranquilla situato in posizione strategica ... circa 800 mt a piedi dalla zona del Duomo di Catania. Personale molto accogliente ed ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo.

Cons:

Nulla da segnalare

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Robert 74 • couple • si
9
Prijazno osebje, lokacija v centru mesta odlična za oglede, varovano parkirišče ob hotelu
Pros:

Prijazno osebje, lokacija v centru mesta odlična za oglede, varovano parkirišče ob hotelu - doplačilo(tudi za motorje), udobne postelje, odličen zajtrk....dobra zvočna zaščita proti hrupu iz ulice....

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Katia • couple • ch
8
Pros:

La grandeur de la chambre - l'amabilité du personnel - La fontaine d'eau gratuite

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Marwa • couple • fr
8
Pros:

L’emplacement, la gentillesse de l’accueil, la propreté, le confort et le petit déjeuner était super et super bonne qualité/prix !

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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ALFREDO • solo_traveller • ar
6
Pros:

la cama buena pero no no te cambian las sábanas

Cons:

el lugar donde se desayuna tiene poco espacio y los huevos revueltos escasos y fríos la comida no se prepara en el lugar

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Rigante • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

La gentilezza dello staff...

Cons:

Nulla

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Vana • couple • gr
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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JEAN CHARLES • couple • fr
10
Bien mais le petit déjeuner pas très fourni
Pros:

Très bel établissement

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Good location.
Quiet room overlooking the garden/courtyard.

Cons:

Breakfast fine but limited choice.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Prospero • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Ottima posizione nel cuore di Catania, colazione abbondante.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Mikael • solo_traveller • se
9
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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adrian gabriel • solo_traveller • ro
9
Pros:

All

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Mallia • couple • it
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee