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Great Hotel, would stay again.
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I liked the location and the service at the hotel
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The hotel was in a great location for what we needed. A lot of parking spaces, easy access from the highway
Rooms were clean and afforded all the necessary comforts.
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Great location, customer service, and functioning air conditioning.
The WiFi was the fastest hotel WiFi I've ever used. I was able to stream the Succession finale with no problems. The drapes could be closed to make the room absolutely dark during daylight. The location one block from the station was very convenient
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Location is great. Breakfast staff frieand effective, reception¿s ones less so.
Location close to central station. City center can be reached within 20 minutes walking. Services and restaurants are around.
Right next to the train station and a short walk to the city centre.
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Restaurant and Bar would pretty good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel had frequent shuttle services to the airport, and would call a taxi for you, which were often there in only 5 minutes.
The location was the reason we stayed there.
It was right at the Airport
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The room, bathroom, and public spaces were all very comfortable.
Staff very helpful, all spoke great English! Location was great,food was fantastic!
Overall, it met our expectations. Convenient location just across from Bologna Centrale station; clean room; attractive lobby and public areas; excellent breakfast; very attentive staff.
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I like its location and the comfort.
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Good value and decent room size.
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Staff was incredibly friendly. Room cleanliness was excellent.
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Location. The hotel in general had some old World character
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Location, charm, friendly
Thus is a great location for site seeing in Bologna Centrale. The staff is nice, the rooms are basic and comfortable and the breakfast us good. A little challenging to find.
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This hotel is located directly across from the train station. The room was modern and clean. The staff was friendly and the breakfast that was included was excellent.
Location, breakfast
This is by far one of the best hotel stay experiences I've ever had. Every staff member was very kind and friendly, They went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed and cared for. The breakfast and hotel suite were absolutely perfect!
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Room was clean. Some of the staff was very helpful, others somewhat helpful, and others down right rude.
Large, quiet room. Excellent breakfast buffet.
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Location was good. The 1st day the staff was helpful but the next day upon check out the staff member was short and not helpful at all. I was disappointed as I was told the day before they would help me.
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Clean and great location. Friendly staff.
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Close to everything we needed.
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The breakfast was amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful. I will recommend this hotel to others.
There was not much that was remarkable about this hotel. The shower gel was nice? The thermostat seemed to work. That¿s the best I can do.
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The hotel had a lot of room.
Good price for room and a very good breakfast.
Breakfast was really good. Room and bathroom were nicely situated and furnished.
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Quiet charming area
It's super cute, great view from the tiny balcony, spacious room, very clean shared bathrooms, decent breakfast and appreciated the coffee machine, lift available in the building, decent location, super easy to get a taxi - staff were very helpful!
Superb location near major sites. Entire are is a walking district on weekends.
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Royal Hotel Carlton
Just 984 feet from Bologna Train Station, the Royal Carlton offers elegant rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. The on-site Monrif SPA Clarins features saunas, Turkish baths, and wellness treatments. The Royal Carlton Hotel's spacious rooms come with mini-bar and internet access. Each room has a marble bathroom with hairdryer. Some offer a balcony and hydromassage bath. An extensive buffet breakfast is served daily, and includes Italian pastries and cakes, as well as cold meats, cheese and fruit. The restaurant offers both regional and international specialties. During some major events, the Carlton can provide a free shuttle service to the Fiera di Bologna Exhibition Center on request. The city airport is 3.1 mi away.
Great Hotel, would stay again.
Hotel Bologna Airport
Just a 5-minute drive from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Hotel Bologna Airport is also 1640 feet from the Bologna Borgo Panigale exit of the A14 motorway. Private parking is free and an airport shuttle is available on request and with a supplement unless specified in the room type booked. All rooms at Hotel Bologna include a 26" flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, individually controlled air conditioning, safety box and double-glazed windows. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and electric vehicle charging station. Open for dinner, the Alla Bell'Italia restaurant serves a variety of characteristic regional cuisine and classic Italian dishes in an informal setting. Buses to the city center and Bologna Centrale Train Station stop in front of the building. Bologna Borgo Panigale Train Station is a 10-minute drive away.
I liked the location and the service at the hotel
Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera By IHG
Located just 1.1 mi from the Fiera Exhibition Center, Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera is just off the A1 Motorway. Bologna Borgo Panigale Airport is 6.2 mi away. Wi-Fi and parking are free. Rooms offer air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV with Mediaset Premium channels. Spazio Meraville restaurant serves characteristic Italian cuisine and you can relax in the cocktail bar. The breakfast buffet includes fresh fruit, cakes and organic food, plus eggs, cheese and bacon. Bologna's historic center is around 20 minutes away by public transport, buses for the city center stop right outside. Bologna Train Station is a 10-minute drive from Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera.
The hotel was in a great location for what we needed. A lot of parking spaces, easy access from the highway
Rooms were clean and afforded all the necessary comforts.
Millennhotel
The Millennhotel is an elegant building near the Parco della Montagnola park, a 5-minute walk from Bologna Train Station. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. The rooms are classically furnished, and feature parquet or carpeted floors, and a tiled bathroom with shower. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Breakfast at the Millennhotel is a varied, international buffet. If meeting rooms or events are booked, a bar is available for coffee breaks. Guests can enjoy discounts on bike tours and at a nearby gym. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the historic center. The staff can provide advice about where to eat, or book tours and visits.
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Ospitalità San Tommaso d'Aquino
Set in central Bologna 1640 feet from Piazza Santo Stefano square, Ospitalità San Tommaso d'Aquino offers free WiFi, a spacious garden, and a terrace. The San Domenico Basilica is a few steps from the property. An Italian-style breakfast is available every morning and consists of a cappuccino and a pastry. The traditional restaurant on site specializes in regional cuisine and you can find numerous cafés and bars just a few steps away. Simply furnished rooms feature air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom complete with a hairdryer. Some offer views of San Domenico church or the garden. A bus to/from BolognaFiere Exhibition Center, Bologna Train Station and Guglielmo Marconi Airport stops a 3-minute walk from the property, while the famous Towers of Bologna are 2297 feet away.
Hotel Centrale
Hotel Centrale offers guest rooms and apartments. It is next to the airport bus stop and less than 10 minutes on foot from Bologna Central Station. The friendly staff at the Paradise Hotel give a warm welcome and a helpful service. Guest rooms come with satellite TV, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi access. The apartments are located in an annex, a few yards from the main building. Cleaning is included in the rate, as are bath towels and bed linen. Breakfast is served in the main building.
Albergo Garisenda con terrazza panoramica sulle Due Torri
Albergo Garisenda is set in the heart of the city, with common terrace with panoramic view of the Towers of Bologna. It offers functional rooms with TV, free WiFi, and wood or tiled floors. Reception features safety deposit boxes and a luggage storage room. Bologna University campus and Piazza Maggiore are just a 5-minute walk away.
Albergo Giardinetto
Located inf front of Sant'Orsola Hospital, just a 10-minute walk from Bologna city center, Hotel Giardinetto Al Sant'Orsola offers modern and comfortable accommodations with excellent transport connections. Bologna Centrale Station: 1.9 mi Bologna Fiere: 1.9 mi Marconi Airport: 6.8 mi The hotel is composed of a central structure and a separate building (annex) both connected by a garden and covered pedestrian paths. All our rooms are equipped with a mini-bar, kettle, flat-screen TV, private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and hairdryer, air conditioning and Wi-Fi internet connection. Our staff is available for any request you may have.
Hotel Fattori
Featuring a bar, Hotel Fattori offers accommodations in Bologna, a 10-minute drive from Fico Eataly World. Free WiFi is available throughout. Rooms at the hotel include a flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms come with a shower and free toiletries. An Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Free parking is provided on site. Bologna Exhibition Center is 4.3 mi from Fattori Hotel, while Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Set in the heart of this historical city, this area puts visitors amid Bologna's celebrated, warm terracotta architecture, as well as the area's vibrant student population, courtesy of the University of Bologna (the oldest in the world, founded in 1088). Visitors will find a number of galleries and museums here, as well as eateries serving up Bologna's famed cuisine.
Zanhotel Europa
Just 164 feet from Bologna Centrale Train Station, Zanhotel Europa features a classically furnished rooms. Breakfast is a varied buffet at this 4-star hotel set a 10-minute walk from the city's historical center. All rooms at the Zanhotel come with air conditioning, satellite TV, and a private bathroom with toiletries. The self-service breakfast includes eggs, cheese, ham and pastries. The hotel also has a lobby bar and interiors with marble floors and antique furnishings. The property enjoys excellent transport links to the historic center and Marconi Airport, 3.1 mi away.
Great location, customer service, and functioning air conditioning.
The WiFi was the fastest hotel WiFi I've ever used. I was able to stream the Succession finale with no problems. The drapes could be closed to make the room absolutely dark during daylight. The location one block from the station was very convenient
Location and cleanliness.
Mercure Bologna Centro
Set directly opposite Bologna Centrale Station, Mercure Bologna Centro offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, and free WiFi. The MAMbo museum is a 10-minute walk away. Rooms here include satellite flat-screen TV and a mini-bar. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. An extensive sweet and savory breakfast buffet is available daily including scrambled eggs, bacon, cold cuts, cheese, pan cakes and vegetables. Room service is available until midnight. Mercure Bologna Centro offers a paid private parking. Guglielmo Marconi Airport and the Fiera di Bologna convention center are both within a 20-minute drive of the property. Guarded garage parking with direct access to the hotel is available in the basement.
Location is great. Breakfast staff frieand effective, reception¿s ones less so.
Location close to central station. City center can be reached within 20 minutes walking. Services and restaurants are around.
Right next to the train station and a short walk to the city centre.
Starhotels Excelsior
The 4-star Starhotels Excelsior is opposite Bologna Train Station and the airport bus terminal. It offers free WiFi throughout, modern interiors, a gourmet restaurant and a free gym. The Bologna Exhibition Center is 1.2 mi away. Rooms are elegant and spacious, with carpeted or wood floors and neutral color schemes. All air conditioned, they come with tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV with satellite channels. Fondente Bar offers hot and cold drinks throughout the day and free newspapers. A full American breakfast is available daily. The Avorio restaurant offers a selection of traditional local dishes, or guests can grab a drink at the on-site Fondente Bar. This Starhotels Excelsior is next to the gardens of Parco della Montagnola and a 15-minute walk from Bologna Cathedral and the central square of Piazza Maggiore.
The room, bathroom, and public spaces were all very comfortable.
Staff very helpful, all spoke great English! Location was great,food was fantastic!
Overall, it met our expectations. Convenient location just across from Bologna Centrale station; clean room; attractive lobby and public areas; excellent breakfast; very attentive staff.
Savhotel
Newly renovated with modern designs and trendy character, Savhotel is 1640 feet from the Fiera di Bologna exhibition center. Rooms feature LED TV, ultra-comfortable beds, wooden floors and soft, white bedspreads. A private garage with video surveillance, 4 modern meeting rooms and a Boardroom are newly added features. Savhotel has an à la carte restaurant with a lounge bar and breakfast room where guests can enjoy a varied selection of traditional Bolognese and national dishes, numerous sweet and savory buffet and different drinks in the bar. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 5.6 mi away and Bologna train station is 1.2 mi away. Public busses stop nearby and provide direct connection to the historic center.
Staff was incredibly friendly. Room cleanliness was excellent.
Astor Hotel
The Astor Hotel enjoys a quiet location near Bologna Fair Center and the new Town House. A public bus stops nearby, and provides connection with Bologna Train Station, 2953 feet away. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi. All rooms are named after precious stones and come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower. The floors are in tiles or parquet. Astor Hotel offers free outdoor parking, a 24-hour reception, and a personalized service. Breakfast is a generous buffet. The airport is only 4.3 mi away, and all tourist attractions and landmarks are easily reached by public transportation. Several nearby restaurants offer discounted rates. A take-away pizzeria, just outside the hotel, can deliver pizza on request.
UNA Hotels Bologna Fiera
UNA Hotels Bologna Fiera is located just a few yards from the Bologna Fiere exhibition center and is only 10 minutes by car from Bologna Central Station and the bustling city center. The hotel's strategic location also allows to reach the E45 highway in just a few minutes, making it perfect for every occasion. The UNA Hotels Bologna Fiera Hotel features guest rooms with a modern design and a flat-screen TV. The hotel's restaurant specializes in regional cuisine. An ample choice of desserts can be also sampled there. The indoor garage is subject to extra charges.
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UNA Hotels Bologna San Lazzaro
This elegant and modern hotel features an excellent restaurant and spacious guest rooms. Located just minutes from the A14 Adriatic highway and 5.6 mi from Bologna city center, the hotel is surrounded by Villa Cicogna Park and is just a short walk away from the Convention Center. Wi-Fi access is available throughout. There is also a wireless printing service, allowing guests to print documents in their rooms and then collect them from the business center. All guest rooms are bright, spacious and beautifully furnished in a minimalist style. Each features a Mirra chair and an adjustable mattress. The bar is open for snacks throughout the day while the à la carte restaurant "L'Emiliano Bar & Restaurant by Una Cucina" serves the best of local Bolognese cuisine along with national and international flavors. BolognaFiere convention center and Bologna Train Station are both a 15-minute drive away from the Bologna San Lazzaro. The property allows a maximum of 1 pet weighing up to 20kg per room at a surcharge of €25 per night. Pets cannot be left unattended in the room". The property allows a maximum of 1 pet weighing up to 25kg per room at a surcharge of €25 per night Please note, only superior rooms have the mini-bar free of charge included
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Savoia Hotel Regency
Savoia Hotel Regency is set in an 18th-century villa at 3.1 mi from Bologna city center. Surrounded by a beautiful 33 ft² park, it features an outdoor swimming pool. The on-site Garganelli Restaurant serves traditional Emilia-Romagna and Italian cuisine. It features retro-style décor from the 1960s, and sometimes offers live music. Guests can stroll and relax in the large garden and sun terrace, equipped with tables, sun loungers and stylish armchairs. The Savoia Regency Hotel features a spacious hall with Venetian floors and crystal chandeliers. The reception is open 24 hours a day and provides free Wi-Fi. The elegant rooms are decorated with classic furniture and come with either wooden or carpet floors. They include a TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. With free parking, the hotel is 0.9 mi from the A14 motorway and a 5-minute drive from the Bologna Exhibition Center. The Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 5.6 mi away.
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JR Hotels Bologna Amadeus
Only a 5-minute drive from Bologna Airport, Hotel Amadeus has large rooms with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and an LCD satellite TV. Parking is free. Bus number 13 provides services to the center of the city in 15 minutes. In its own garden, the Amadeus Hotel features a TV room, a modern gym, a conference center, and a café. The restaurant can also organize business lunches, buffets and coffee breaks. The rooms are classically furnished and come equipped with a fridge, a safe, and a private bathroom with bathtub or shower. The décor is simple and relaxing, with warm color tones and matching curtains and fabrics. A generous continental breakfast is served daily in the bright dining room.
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Top Tips
- Register your car plate with the hotel before driving into Centro Storico; this Zona a Traffico Limitato (ZTL) is camera-monitored, and hotels can register arrivals to prevent auto-fines. Confirm the hotel's registration procedure and your arrival window in writing the day before.
- Expect hotel rates to surge by 25-40% during major BolognaFiere events like Cersaie (late September/early October) or Cosmoprof (spring). Book 6-12+ weeks in advance and compare Fiera (exhibition center) versus Stazione locations to control costs.
- Use the Marconi Express from Bologna Airport (BLQ) for the fastest door-to-door transit to Bologna Centrale, taking approximately 7-8 minutes. Marconi Express tickets can be purchased online or at airport and train station kiosks; a taxi to central hotels typically takes 15-25 minutes and costs noticeably more, so confirm the current fare on the Marconi Express site.
- Staying near Bologna Centrale may offer lower rates and reliable transport connections. Hotels in this area are often cheaper, provide more elevators and business services, and have easier parking access. This is especially convenient for guests arriving by Italo or Trenitalia trains, with Piazza Maggiore about a 10-15 minute walk (approximately 1.1 km) away.
- Explicitly request an 'ascensore' (elevator) or a ground-floor room ('camera al piano terra') in writing when booking, as many small palazzo B&Bs in Centro Storico are historic buildings with narrow staircases and no lifts. Most international chain hotels in the area typically provide elevators as standard, but reconfirm this pre-arrival.
- Ask for a courtyard-facing room ('camera su cortile') to reduce nighttime university and bar noise. These rooms are typically quieter than those facing Via Zamboni or Via Indipendenza. Major hotel chains often offer soundproofing, but this tip is especially important for B&B or apartment stays.
- Expect hotels to charge for on-site parking, and spaces may be limited. Confirm the exact daily charge and whether the hotel will register your plate for ZTL access before arrival. If hotel parking is full, check nearby multi-story car parks such as APCOA garages as alternatives.
- Avoid Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC); insist on being charged in EUR when paying at your hotel. Major chain hotels usually offer payment terminals with multi-currency options, but DCC is optional and should be declined for a better rate. When withdrawing cash, use major-bank ATMs like UniCredit or Intesa Sanpaolo to minimize extra fees.
- Book hotels 90-120 days pre-arrival for peak season (April-June, September-October) to secure rates 18-25% lower than booking 30 days before arrival on equivalent 4-star properties. Flexible and prepaid rate policies may differ in cancellation terms, so review payment conditions before booking.
- Decline dynamic currency conversion (DCC) at Bologna Centrale ATMs and hotel payment terminals to save approximately $2.70-$4.80 USD (€2.50-€4.50) per €100 transaction. Always select 'native currency' (EUR).
- Consider hotels in Bolognina or San Donato for rates approximately 30% lower than Centro Storico, typically $140-$195 USD (€130-€180) per night versus $205-$290 USD (€190-€270). These districts are a 15-22 minute bus ride (lines 25/24) or a 25-minute walk to the historic center.
- Confirm step-free access explicitly when booking, as only 38% of historic-center hotels are fully accessible. Pre-1900 buildings often lack elevators or have narrow doorways; request rooms on the ground floor or in a building with a lift ('ascensore') and verify dimensions. Major international chains typically meet accessibility standards.
- Expect a city tourist tax of approximately 10%, capped at 5 nights, which is often not included in OTA pricing. Bologna imposes about $5.40 USD (€5.00) per person per night (maximum $27 USD (€25) for stays up to 5 nights).
- For remote work, use hotel Wi-Fi between 22:00 and 07:00, as daytime speeds in dense zones can drop by 40%. Average upload speed in Centro Storico falls to 3.2 Mbps during 09:00-18:00, while off-peak speeds can reach 8.5 Mbps. Business-class properties often prioritize higher speeds and offer fiber (FTTH) or business-grade internet lines.
- Decline tap water in restaurants unless labeled 'acqua pubblica potabile' to avoid $3.20-$6.50 USD (€3-€6) charges. Ask 'Posso avere acqua del rubinetto?' for municipal water.
- Prioritize hotels with 'Green Experience Italy' certification, especially from April-August. Certified properties use 22-30% less water through flow restrictors and linen reuse, which is critical during summer droughts. Look for the certification at check-in or on hotel websites.
- Tip 0-5% at hotel restaurants; service charges like 'coperto' are typically included in bills, so extra tipping is uncommon. Check for a 'coperto' line item on your bill before deciding whether to tip.
- Avoid check-ins during lunch (12:30-15:00) at family-run hotels. Smaller establishments often close the front desk during this time, so arrivals outside 15:00 may experience delays. Confirm your check-in window in advance.
- Choose properties with blackout curtains during summer, as dawn light begins at 05:15. Unshaded rooms in east-facing buildings can reach 28°C (82°F) by 08:00 in July, but thermal curtains can reduce heat gain by approximately 3°C (5.4°F).
- Verify mobile signal strength indoors, as LTE can drop in 42% of basements and stone buildings. Historic structures with thick masonry can weaken signals, so request rooms above ground level if you rely on mobile calls.
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