GIGA International House Catania

For students looking to immerse themselves in the Sicilian lifestyle and practise their Italian 24/7, a host family accommodation is the perfect option. Each home is carefully selected to ensure quality and safety for the student, with a maximum distance of 30 minutes from the school. You have the option of a single or double room with either breakfast, breakfast and lunch or full board — Wi-Fi is available with each host family. Your host will provide you with linen and towels, which you can clean for free in the home’s facilities. Overall, this is an excellent option for students to get an inside look into life in Catania. 

This option is perfect for students looking to share their experiences in Catania with either new friends or old ones! Just a 30-minute walk from the school, this residence offers a choice of single rooms or double rooms (for students travelling together) in an apartment shared with two to four other students. The shared facilities in the apartment can vary but generally have a living room, kitchen, a shared bathroom, and chairs. Each room has a closet and night table, while linen and towels are provided and can be cleaned for a fee in the onsite facilities. There is a cleaning service included, but students will need to prepare their own meals. 

For students who value their privacy and independence above all else, our studio apartments, designed for single students or students travelling together, are the option for you! Your room will consist of a bed, table, armchairs, an ensuite bathroom, and a kitchen corner, all just a 30-minute walk from the school. Linen and towels are included and can be cleaned for a fee using the onsite facilities, there is a cleaning service included but students will need to prepare their own meals. Overall, this option is a calm escape from the vibrant energy of Catania.