The idea of Catania City Center was born out of Emilio’s desire to create an environment within the historic city centre where he could host guests that are travelling in Sicily.  The support of Mamma Elena helped transform this dream into reality.

Having lived in England, France and Spain for varied lengths of time Emilio, a young electronics engineer, wanted to offer his guests a place to stay that brings together all the little details he found important during his own travels, whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure.  More than this though, through contact with the guests, Emilio wanted to share his love of Sicily, and in turn exchange ideas and learn about their culture.

It’s not just about Emilio though.  To speak only of Emilio on this page would be to give a false impression of WHO WE ARE

WE ARE all the friends that support this project.  Their support takes on various forms: ideas; nights spent painting walls in sunny colours; the enthusiasm with which they welcome guests from all over the world making them feel at home; the desire to see our creation grow ever more beautiful; and with ALL their love.

We are Valentina, with her smiles and vibrance; we are Gaetano, with his creative suggestions that always enrich our vision; Antonio and his clarity; Piero with his help during emergencies; Paolo squeezed underneath the floorboards repairing a boiler for guests; Marta with her sweet affability; Daniele and his entrepreneurial incentives; Marco and his brotherly acts; and also Antonella, Saturnina, Catia, Alessandra, Dafne, Marine, la signora Maria, Massimiliano, Elina, the loyal Attila, and all the other friends…come la curva Nord "Sempre a sostegno" .

Does this conclude Who We Are?  Well…. No. In order to find out, you would need to come and spend some time here, eat horse meat in Piazza Castello Ursino and stay out all hours in the Catania summer nights to understand that you are also part of the B&B.  You, the guests, are the reason we exist.  You enrich us with new friendships and make us dream of visiting you to enjoy the friendship all over again.

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