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Great Hotel, would stay again.
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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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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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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.
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I liked the location and the service at the hotel
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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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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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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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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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Staff where great! Very nice breakfast for only 8 euro and super clean and nice sized room
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Good value and decent room size.
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The staff was friendly and spoke good English.
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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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Location. The hotel in general had some old World character
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The conveniences, staff - Hotel employee in Particular, Cleanliness & Newness.
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Staff were wonderful. Our initial room was like an oven. They moved us (although I did ask twice) and the second room was better. Location was good for the station and old town. They even treated us to a coffee on departure day.
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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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The hotel was centrally located and charming. Breakfast was provided every morning and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Great location, price and staff.
In the heart of old Bologna. The hotel itself is modest but very charming.
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Location in Bologna is perfect. Hotel is very clean and friendly and helpful staff.
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I like its location and the comfort.
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Nice check in staff
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NIce modern hotel with friendly staff.
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Vibe of the neighborhood
The location was excellent, about 10 minutes from the bologna centrale rail station or a 20 minute bus ride from the airport. There are plenty of shops and restaurants next to the hotel. The staff at the hotel are really nice.
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Cleanliness was great. Staff at reception were very helpful.
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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.
FlyOn Hotel & Conference Center
FlyOn Hotel & Conference Center is surrounded by private gardens, and features a fitness center and free parking. Bologna Marconi Airport is just under 1 mile away. All rooms at the FlyOn Hotel are elegantly furnished and equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and private bathroom with bathtub or shower. Breakfast is an extensive buffet. The refined restaurant serves a delicious mix of regional, Italian and international cuisine. The chef specializes in homemade pasta dishes. This hotel provides a free scheduled shuttle service to/from Bologna Airport.
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
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.
Hotel Maggiore
Hotel Maggiore is set at the foot of San Luca Hill, just 1.9 miles from Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Take one of the free bikes for a ride around Bologna. The Maggiore offers a personalized service and comfortable accommodations. Your room is complete with free WiFi. The Maggiore Hotel also has a bar. It has excellent links to the center, the airport, and the Fiera di Bologna exhibition center.
Staff where great! Very nice breakfast for only 8 euro and super clean and nice sized room
Il Canale Hotel
Overlooking the picturesque Aposa Canal, Il Canale Hotel is set in the heart of Bologna’s historic center in a building that has been completely refurbished. Rooms at Il Canale are brightly decorated and come with satellite TV, air conditioning and mini-bars. Some have charming views over the little Aposa canal behind the hotel. Il Canale is well-located whether you need to be at Fiera di Bologna or want to go visit the Two Towers. The airport shuttle bus stops close by and the railway station is a short stroll away. Sit out on Il Canale Hotel's little patio or go for dinner in one of the many excellent restaurants nearby. A buffet breakfast is served every morning.
The hotel was centrally located and charming. Breakfast was provided every morning and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Great location, price and staff.
In the heart of old Bologna. The hotel itself is modest but very charming.
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.
Nice check in staff
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.
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.
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.
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
Located right next to Bologna Centrale Train Station, UNA Hotels Bologna Centro offers an on-site restaurant and rooms with unlimited free WiFi. Parco Montagnola is 6 minutes' walk away. The rooms include a TV with satellite channels. All air-conditioned and furnished, they have a mini-bar and a private bathroom. Guests can relax and enjoy an aperitif at the bar, or in the summer terrace. A rich breakfast is served every morning in the dining room. The property is 1.6 mi away from BolognaFiere Exhibition Center. UNA Hotels Bologna Centro is surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. The city center is a 20-minute walk away.
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!
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.
Hotel Il Guercino
Just 820 feet from Bologna Centrale Train Station, Il Guercino is located in a peaceful, private courtyard. It offers free WiFi, and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and tea/coffee maker. The hotel's Il Bagno di Diana wellness center, available an extra cost, is complete with Finnish Sauna, steam room and hot tub with chromotherapy. There is also a free gym. All rooms at Hotel Il Guercino are elegantly furnished and come in bright colors. The rooms in the annex building come with elegant parquet floors. The hotel is set in an historic building with a modern interior design. A varied breakfast buffet is available from 07:00 until 10:00. Bologna's central square Piazza Maggiore is 0.9 mi away, as is the BolognaFiere exhibition center. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi is 5 mi away.
Staff were wonderful. Our initial room was like an oven. They moved us (although I did ask twice) and the second room was better. Location was good for the station and old town. They even treated us to a coffee on departure day.
Best Western City Hotel
This property offers a Special Protection Program, a strict program of precise safeguards dedicated to our guests and our staff. Best Western City Hotel is just one mile from BolognaFiere and 2297 feet from Bologna Central Station. It offers free Wi-Fi, an extensive buffet breakfast, and spacious, air-conditioned rooms. Rooms at the Best Western City Hotel feature a mini-bar and TVs with satellite and free Sky Channels. Free internet access is also available. Breakfast at the Best Western City Hotel includes cappuccino, fresh fruit and pastries, together with cheese and Italian ham. Guests can relax with a drink in the cocktail lounge or on the patio in the hotel gardens. Bologna’s historic center is a 10-minute bus ride from the Best Western, with the nearest stop just a few yards from the hotel. The Palazzo dei Congressi is 0.9 mi away, and the hotel offers free parking.
NIce modern hotel with friendly staff.
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.
Extra pillows available upon request
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 " 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". Only superior rooms have the mini-bar free of charge included
The conveniences, staff - Hotel employee in Particular, Cleanliness & Newness.
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.
Hotel Del Borgo
Hotel Del Borgo gives you lots of modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, plus great customer service; all in the immediate surroundings of Bologna Airport, close to the Ducati factory. Each guest room comes with air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the bright and cozy breakfast room. The hotel features a car park, where you can leave your car completely free of charge. You can enjoy discounted rates at nearby restaurants. The Del Borgo Hotel is set in the Borgo Panigale district. It is close to the A14 motorway exit and Bologna's ring road. Nearby you will find a shopping area, the Ducati motorcycle factory, and of course Guglielmo Marconi Airport. A transfer service to the airport or the train station is available on request and at an additional cost.
Walking distance from the Ducati factory where I had booked a tour
Arrived in 6 minutes from the airport via a cab. Check-in was fast and easy.
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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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