We really enjoyed our stay in Catania at Livio’s place! He is an amazing host! He met us by our car when we arrived, gave a thorough tour of his home, was available by text for advice and questions throughout our stay, and even came back to say goodbye when we checked out. Definitely the best Airbnb host that I’ve experienced.
The apartment matched the photos well. It’s a cool old palazzo apartment - really huge - with windows facing the street in all the rooms except the kitchen. The windows have soundproofing exterior storms so the market outside in the morning is really not noisy. And the location is fantastic - right next to the main square and literally in the midst of the daily vegetable and fish market downstairs.
Overall a great way to have an authentic Sicilian experience! Highly recommended.