Location not suitable for women/nervous travellers
Unfortunately I did not read the reviews in detail, the local area has many street prostitutes and large groups of unemployed young men hanging around smoking drugs, my wife did not feel safe whilst I was disappointed with being in the underbelly of a city. I get that all cities have their seedy side it just that it not a preferred holiday destination for us!
The inside however was a contradiction to the outside, the apartment was very clean, bright, modern and comfortable, the "concierge" who met us was very pleasant and helpful. The apartment had some basic groceries which is always a nice considered touch. Two large comfortable airy bedrooms, a kitchen with a sitting area and bathroom with a washing machine. In all about a 10 minute walk to the central piazza of Catania with its nice bars and restaurants.