San Max Hotel

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

San Max Hotel is set in a building that dates back to the early 19th century. It is located right on Via Etnea, in the historic center of Catania. Private parking is available. Enjoy spacious rooms with a light décor and contemporary furnishing. Hotel San Max offers free WiFi in the entire building, and free wired internet in the rooms. At reception, you will also find an internet point where you can do your online check-in and print your boarding passes free of charge. You can also take advantage of a private parking and a paid swimming pool.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Catania, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Italian

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Andrea
Montenegro Montenegro
“The staff was amazing- 10/10! The location also, walking distance to the center! A lovely place to stay if you want to walk around town and have a pleasent stay.”
Derek
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was excelent, walking distance into cenral Catania and all sites we wanted to visit. Also easy access to great bars and restaurants.”
Amir
Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina
“All was ok, staff, good breackfast, staff was frendly”
Lisa
Canada Canada
“The property was nice and clean. The staff were excellent and OMG the breakfast was perfect.”
Pantin
Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago
“The location is perfect. On the Main Street in Catania and 10-20 mins walk to most of the “must see” sites of the city. Also, one of the pick up locations for the day trips that we booked was directly across the road from the hotel. The staff were...”
Zammit
Malta Malta
“The room was warm and clean, location is close to the centre.. Hearty breakfast.”
Tommaso
Italy Italy
“Excellent location, good breakfast, very welcoming staff and free good quality coffee and water.”
Rosemary
Malta Malta
“It was a really big room especially since we stayed 4 nights so we were more comfortable.”
Lopez
Portugal Portugal
“Location was excellent . They provided water fountain to fill our bottles.”
Jan
United States United States
“Breakfast was excellent, prepared by the host. Also, she helped us to find a day trip to mt. Etna. She also assisted in washing some of our travel clothes--kudos to her for that. Breakfast was served in the back yard, in a very nice setting of...”

Hotel area info

Amenities of San Max Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden

House rules

San Max Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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 San Max Hotel 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.

License number: 19087015A301223, IT087015A1YN4R7E6P

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