Max's place is located in the city center, it is a good place to stay if you are only visiting the city center. Driving in and out of the city center is a long and avoiding ztl full on 30 mins. Unfortunately, for our stay in end nov, it is getting too cold, the heating in the room is just not sufficient and it was still cold. the apartment is fully equipped for cooking. just need to be mindful as the power tripped a few things when we have the washing machine and oven going at the same time.
I would say that Max's apartment is best to stay in the warmer months and if staying within Catania is preferred