Hotel Mercure Catania Excelsior

Located in the Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio district of Catania, the 4-star Mercure Catania Excelsior hotel is within 20 minutes' walk of such culture-oriented attractions as Fontana dell'Elefante. Situated in a classic-style building, this environmentally friendly hotel overlooks Etna Volcano.

All of the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with Wi-Fi and a satellite TV along with a minibar, and some of them include a balcony and a dressing area. Furnished with a writing desk, they also have soundproof windows. Offering a hydromassage shower, the bathrooms are fitted with dressing gowns and slippers. Guests will enjoy panoramic views of the mountain.

Nestled in the heart of Catania, near a tube station, the property is nearly 20 minutes' walk from Museo Diocesano Catania. The area includes such religious sights as the massive Cathedral of Sant'Agata (4.8 km) and Saint Julian Church (1.6 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Ionian Sea, which is approximately a 5-minute ride away. Mercure Catania Excelsior hotel is situated just a short drive from Piazza universita, and Terminal bus station lies merely a 10-minute walk away. For those travelling from afar, Fontanarossa airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

A traditional American breakfast is served each morning at the Mercure Catania Excelsior. The Mercure Catania Excelsior features Le Zagare restaurant serving European cuisine. You can visit a seafood restaurant situated close by and taste Sicilian cuisine.

At the property, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a gym facility. Business travellers will make use of a photocopy machine and a work desk offered at a conference space and meeting rooms on site.