Boutique City Hotel · Adult Only
Asmundo di Gisira, a boutique gem in Catania's Baroque heart, transforms an 18th-century palace into an intimate art haven, blending Sicilian heritage with avant-garde hospitality.
The seven unique suites, curated as a living figurative exhibition, pulse with creative energy, each adorned with vibrant contemporary artworks by Sicilian artists and bespoke furnishings inspired by local myths. Air-conditioned rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, minibars, and private bathrooms with rainfall showers, hairdryers, and Ortigia toiletries. Some suites open to private balconies overlooking the old town's ochre-hued streets or the shared terrace's citrus-scented views, weaving Catania's soul into every detail.
The Art Market Gallery, an informal space within the palace, showcases rotating works from emerging Sicilian talents, fostering a sense of belonging through art-driven hospitality. Guests sip artisanal cocktails at the intimate bar, where local Etna wines and citrus-infused aperitifs complement a buffet-style continental breakfast of fresh cornetti, Sicilian cheeses, and granita, served on the sunlit terrace. The experience feels like a curated dialogue between guest and city.
Steps from Catania Cathedral and Casa di Verga, the palace invites exploration of the Roman Amphitheatre or Ursino Castle, with a 24-hour concierge arranging bespoke tours to Etna's volcanic trails or coastal adventures. Complimentary Wi-Fi and private parking enhance seamless stays, blending Baroque grandeur with Catania's vibrant, artistic pulse.
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This was our second visit to the Asmundo. It is the most amazing boutique b&b in an historic palazzo packed with extraordinary period and modern art and furniture. The staff were delightful, the...
Incredible historical building now with stylish design and art that transported me to a different world. Everywhere you look some little intricate detail that moved me to stop and take it all in...
We only stayed at Asmundo for one night on our last day in Catania and wish we had more time at this hotel! It was the perfect location- tons of restaurants right in the area and a minute away from...
We stayed 3 nights and it was a unique experience. A beautiful former palace now converted into part museum and part hotel. Super stylish and special. Staff were all brilliant, super friendly and...
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