The Cyclops Window

This comfortable 80sqm apartment can accommodate up to 3 people (distributed over 2 levels with internal stairs) located on the first floor, without a lift, of a characteristic building overlooking the Cyclops Riviera and Lachea Island. In 5 minutes on foot you can easily reach the seaside area.
In the area you can find parking slots on the street for a fee (blue stripes).

The inside is organized as follows:
-BEDROOM: double bed, split A/C, wardrobe, TV, chest of drawers and access to the balcony.
-LIVING ROOM: single sofa bed, split ac, dining table, refrigerator and access to the terrace.
-KITCHEN: 4 burner hob, kettle, toaster and moka pot.
-EXTERIOR: balcony and terrace furnished with chairs and outdoor table.
-BATHROOM: shower, bidet, toilet.

OTHER SERVICES: unlimited wifi, air conditioning (with heat pump), iron and ironing board, clothesline and hairdryer

WARNING: possible noise due to the bell tower in the vicinity of the apartment.

If you're travelling with small children, PLEASE pay attention to the inside stairs.

The apartment is for the exclusive use of our guests and won't be shared with the host or other tenants.

To ensure the security of your personal data, 7 days before your arrival you will receive instructions to register your documents via our Guest Portal and to pay the city tax (€1,00 per person per night of stay).
We need such procedure to verify your ids and docs and in order to send info to the police service "Alloggiati Web" which is Italian procedure to host guest in italy.
You can find all the information on the official website alloggiatiweb.poliziadistato

Switching on and off air conditioning and heating is subject to compliance with current Italian legislation (DPR 16/04/2013 n.74, DM 6/10/2022 n.383).
Summer: the average air temperature must not get below 26°C (78,8 °F) for all kinds of buildings.
Winter: the weighted average of the air temperatures must not exceed 19°C (66,2 °F). Time and period of operation depend on the climatic zone defined by the standard.
Catania Climatic Zone B: 7 hours a day from December 8th to March 23rd.

Self check-in will take place in this accomodation. It is MANDATORY to complete the registration in order to receive instructions to collect the keys and access the apartment.
The keys can be collected for free via smartlock on site.
In case of problem, telephone assistance will be guaranteed until 00:30 (half past midnight).

For all late check-ins from 21:00 to 00:00, If you wish to collect the keys from a member of our staff, in the apartment, it is possible, upon request with payment of a supplement equal to:
From 21.00 to 23.00: EUR 25
From 23.00 to 00.00: EUR 30
Late check-ins are not available after midnight.
The apartment overlooks Piazza Giovanni Verga 8 and from the terrace you can admire the Cyclops Riviera, characterized by the homonymous islands and the island of Lachea.
The legend tells how this small archipelago was formed following the launch of these huge stones by the cyclops trying to stop Ulysses' escape after killing Polyphemus. Certainly a fascinating story, which joins the atmosphere of the place and the events narrated at the end of the 19th century by Giovanni Verga in the novel "I Malavoglia", the story of a family of fishermen who lives and works right here, on the Riviera by Aci Trezza.

Nearby we recommend you to visit the seaside village of Aci Castello and the homonymous castle dating back to the Norman era, from where you can admire a breathtaking view.
Moving towards Catania historic center, about 20 minutes away by car, you can visit some of the main points of interest in the city and the entire region.
Do not miss the Piazza del Duomo in Catania, the Sant'Agata Cathedral, the Popular Markets, the Massimo Vincenzo Bellini Theater and the Benedictine Monastery.

In about 40 minutes by car you can reach the base of Mount Etna where you can participate in guided tours and excursions on the volcano.

-From Catania Fontanarossa Airport it is possible to reach the apartment by the ALIBUS shuttle service to Catania Central Station where it is possible to exchange with line 534 to "Via Provinciale f/te 94" as your final destination , 4 minutes away on foot from the property. Travel time: approximately 1h45m.

-From Catania station it is possible to reach the apartment by 534 line, with final destination "Via Provinciale f/te 94" stop, 4 minutes walking from the property. Travel time: approximately 1 hour.

In order to better visit the area and fully enjoy the places and points of interest of the city and of Sicily, we suggest you to travel by car. It is possible to rent one upon your arrival at the airport.
It is possible to find parking slots in the surrounding streets for a fee (blue stripes).

REGIONAL CODE: 19087002C218519