We loved our stay in Catania, not only because the city is so beautiful and welcoming, but also because we stayed in Oxana and Pierluca's fabulous apartment. It is big and immaculate, and excellently located in a slightly less busy neighborhood just a few minutes walk from the bustle of Via Etnea, the fish market, and the Cathedral. Just outside the apartment is not only the Castello Ursino, but also a number of fantastic restaurants and cafes and bars, which meant we were never too far from home to stop for a nightcap or a pastry after a day of sightseeing. Oxana and Pierluca were traveling when we stayed, but they responded to our questions immediately and had an associate, Vimal, who welcomed us and settled us in. Oxana and Pierluca even managed to reserve us a car to the airport on our last day despite the fact that they were vacationing out the country. We highly recommend staying at their lovely apartment!