Archimedes suites
Full apartment living, right in Catania — from 148 USD a night.
A place to stay in Catania
Archimedes Suites is an apartment-style hotel in Catania, Sicily, with five room configurations ranging from compact 25 m² studios to a 50 m² accessible apartment. Every unit functions as a self-contained space: private kitchen with oven, stovetop, microwave, and full kitchenware, plus an attached bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Free parking is on-site, an airport shuttle runs for guests who need it, and breakfast is available. The property has a terrace, a garden, and meeting facilities. Rated 8.3/10 across 689 guest reviews, it draws particular praise for staff, cleanliness, and comfort.
Who this stay suits
A practical, well-equipped apartment stay with the independence of a kitchen and the convenience of free parking and an airport shuttle.
Best for
- Self-catering travellers
- Families needing extra space
- Guests arriving by car
- Business travellers wanting a kitchenette
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting a traditional hotel room
- Those needing a pool or on-site gym
Apartments, not just rooms
Every unit at Archimedes Suites is a private apartment with its own kitchen — oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster, coffee machine, and full kitchenware included. The larger units run to 42–50 m² with a separate living area and sofa bed.
Terrace and garden access
The property has a terrace and a garden for outdoor time. Several apartments also have a private terrace or balcony with city views, giving guests an outdoor space that belongs specifically to their unit.
Studios with a spa tub
Both studio configurations — 25 m² and 27 m² — include a spa tub in the bathroom alongside the standard private bathroom setup. It is one of the more unexpected features at this price level.
Practical city-trip logistics
Free on-site parking removes a common Catania headache. An airport shuttle is available for guests who need a transfer. Wi-Fi is free throughout, and the property has business and meeting facilities for working visits.
Where you'll stay
Apartment - Disability Access
50.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- City view
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
42.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- City view
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Premier Apartment
37.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
Studio Apartment with One
27.0 m² · 1 queen bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- City view
- Bath
Studio Apartment
25.0 m² · 1 queen bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- City view
- Bath
What sets it apart
Inside Archimedes suites
Amenities at Archimedes suites
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- Garden
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Dryer
- Kitchenware
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Living Area
- Dining area
- Seating area
Arriving in Catania
Archimedes suites is 5.3 km from Catania Airport (CTA). Catania Centrale station is about 0.4 km away, roughly a 5-minute walk. Catania operates a ZTL limited-traffic zone in its historic centre, where cameras issue automatic fines to unauthorised vehicles. This property lists parking; properties inside a zone can usually register a guest's plate, so confirm access and arrival time before driving in. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
On the map
5 sights nearby, the closest being Santissimo Crocefisso della Buona Morte at 180 m; the nearest bus station, Terminal Bus, is 220 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Santissimo Crocefisso della Buona Morteplace of worship180 m
- Chiesa del Santissimo Sacramento Ritrovatoplace of worship320 m
- Città della Scienzamuseum320 m
- Museo storico dello sbarco in Sicilia 1943museum610 m
- Fiera di Cataniamarket620 m
Getting around
- Terminal Busbus station220 m
- Cataniabus station320 m
Distances are shown as the crow flies from the property · location data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 689 reviews, guests give Archimedes Suites 8.3/10. The most frequently praised aspects are the staff, the cleanliness of the apartments, and the comfort of the rooms. The location is noted positively by reviewers.
- Staff9.1
- Facilities8.6
- Cleanliness9
- Comfort8.9
- Value For Money8.4
- Location7.1
- Free Wifi6.2
Reviews scoring 9–10: 9 · average 9
They wrote about: location, breakfast, facilities
Reviews scoring 7–9: 10 · average 7.8
They wrote about: room, location, staff
None of the reviews scored within this range.
Summarised from what guests wrote on Booking partner websites.
Things to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Your questions
Is there parking at the hotel?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available for guests — a useful feature in a Sicilian city where parking can be difficult to find.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. Contact the property directly to confirm scheduling, availability, and whether any fee applies.
Do the rooms have kitchens?
Every unit has a private kitchen equipped with an oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster, coffee machine, electric kettle, refrigerator, and full kitchenware. All the basics for self-catering are covered.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available at Archimedes Suites and is listed among its highlights as 'Good Breakfast'. Whether it is included in the room rate or charged separately depends on the rate you book — check at the time of reservation.
Which room type is best for a family?
The One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment (42 m²) and the Apartment with Disability Access (50 m²) both have a queen bed plus a sofa bed in the living room. The property is listed as offering family rooms.
Are any rooms suitable for guests with disabilities?
Yes. The Apartment with Disability Access is a 50 m² unit specifically fitted for accessibility. The property also lists general facilities for disabled guests.
Do the studios have a bathtub?
Both studio configurations — the 25 m² Studio Apartment and the 27 m² Studio Apartment with One — include a spa tub in the bathroom, which is not standard in the larger apartment types.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Does the hotel have business or meeting facilities?
Yes, business and meeting facilities are among the property's listed signature features, making it a reasonable choice for working trips to Catania.
What is the starting price and how can I book?
Rates start from USD 148. You can book through the hotel directly or via the usual online travel platforms. Rates vary by room type, dates, and whether breakfast is included in the rate selected.