Massimo's place is more like a small hotel. The room we stayed in wasn't the one advertised here and wasn't as nice sadly! However, it was clean and the ceiling was beautiful :) The location is brilliant and there is free parking which is a real bonus. We never met Massimo, but his staff were very helpful and friendly. Great place to explore Catania from - we just stayed the one night. Make sure you go to trattoria di de fiore... the service was dreadful but the pasta alla Norma was worth the wait!