The Excelsior Grand Hotel is located in the centre of the lively city of Catania, a stone’s throw from the natural scenery of Etna. It has always been present in all of the events that take place in the city. It re-opened in the year 2001 with new decoration that exalt the fascination for tradition and details. The sober, refined setting of this five-star hotel offers contemporary decor brightened by the warm hues of Sicily. The hotel’s restaurant is noted for its high-level cuisine attentive to the region’s culinary tradition and wines, while the lounge bar is a lively meeting place for the whole city.

Location

The Grand Hotel is located in Catania, at only 6 Km from the airport.

Bedrooms

All rooms have electronic lock, autonomous air conditioning, a wide desk, internet connection, sat TV, Pay TV, telephone, minibar, and individual safe with personal combination. the bathroom, in marble, has shower and bathtub, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers; courtesy line by Laura Tonatto fragrance. Room service and pay laundry service. Most of the rooms have a comfortable balcony facing the square and a spectacular view to Europe’s biggest volcano. An entire floor has been reserved for non-smokers. They are divided into the following typologies:
Superior Rooms: They are available with twin bed or a double bed, queen size. Approx. 20 m2.
Deluxe Rooms: They are available with twin bed or a double bed, queen size. All the Deluxe Rooms have a wide balcony. It is also possible to request a cot or an additional bed. Approx. 22 m2.
Executive rooms: They are available with twin bed or a double bed, queen size. With this type of room it is possible to have a cradle or third bed added. Approx. 25 m2.
Junior Suite: They are the ideal for business travellers loving the large and comfortable spaces. In Neoclassical style, the rooms have a high level of comfort and within the same room a living room, a large writing desk with a lamp.
Suite: They are Elegantly furnished, in a classic and modern style, the rooms have two separate spaces, with a living room, writing – desk and all facilities of an office, and the bedroom, large and completely soundproofed.

Amenities

American bar, with elegant woodwork and furnishings. Congress areas, wide and with the la test high-tech. They are divided into 6 rooms from 10 to 130 seats and a Congress Centres with Business Centre and secretary service, workstation and fax, that can host up to 350 people. Wellness Centre with suggestive view to the gulf of Catania, with Turkish bath, hydro massage shower, everything for a complete fitness programme. Wide and luminous lobby with delicious smaller rooms where to have private conversations. Internet corner in the lobby. Reception 24 h, newspapers, baggage deposit, laundry service (upon payment).

Cooking&Eating

The Le Zagare restaurant serves guests in a large, brightly lit dining room. Every detail of the furnishings is cared for, in a harmony of delicate shades. The restaurant faces the internal garden, providing a view during the summer months of a leafy oasis of plants and citrus trees. The creative, high-level cuisine features authentic regional flavours and is very attentive to products from this rich and generous soil. An excellent selection of wines, including some important local labels.

Remarks

Check-in: from 14.00 h
Check-out: before 12.00 h. Pets are not allowed.

Locality:

Catania

Country:

Catania

Opening:

from 01/01/2008 to 31/12/2009

Free beach:

Plaia (5000 metres)