Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 45 per night. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Breakfast is available, and guests can take advantage of 24-hour room service for their dining needs.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

Are airport shuttle services available?

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) and can be arranged by contacting the property with arrival details before travel.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Bologna, just a 1-minute drive from Piazza Maggiore and 8 minutes from Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. It is also 2.8 miles from BolognaFiere and 6.6 miles from Unipol Arena.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and all guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.

Art Hotel Orologio in Bologna

Average nightly price at Art Hotel Orologio by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$236
February	US$235
March	US$309
April	US$368
May	US$414
June	US$375
July	US$250
August	US$244
September	US$407
October	US$395
November	US$328
December	US$250

What guests think

Across recent reviews, travellers praise Art Hotel Orologio for its unbeatable central position by Piazza Maggiore, friendly and attentive staff, tasty breakfast, and clean, comfortable rooms with classic decor that deliver a charming boutique experience.

Several reviews note potential downsides: nighttime noise from the square, some small or less sound-insulated rooms, occasional Wi-Fi hiccups, and a slow elevator, with apartments lacking an elevator. Driving and parking can be tricky within Bologna’s restricted zones, but nearby garage options and clear directions mitigate this. Expect a characterful, centrally based stay best for exploring on foot.

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Facilities

Facilities are modest: reviews repeatedly mention challenging car access and parking arrangements, a very slow elevator, and apartments without an elevator. Amenities otherwise are straightforward.

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10

Yaron

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel in the best location in Bologna. Parking here, however, is not for the faint of heart. It requires driving into pedestrians only streets and across a corner of the Piazza Maggiore into and out of the garage.

10

Heather

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel in the heart of Bologna! Great service and wonderful breakfast spread. EXCELLENT location! Not the easiest to get to via a car, but they provided great directions.

10

Jennifer

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the apartments, located around the corner from hotel. Excellent area very walkable and located in best area to see all sights. Only downside was the apartment did not have elevator so taking heavy bags up steep steps was difficult

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Erin

2 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing location, smack bang in the centre of the city next to the square. Couldn’t have been a better location. Staff were extremely helpful and nice. They even organised a booking at a recommended local restaurant (which when we turned up didn’t actually seem to be in their books) but we just had to wait a bit and we got a table anyway. Parking was good, I think we used their sister hotels parking facility around the corner which was secure. Only problem is if you left something in your car, might be a bit tricky to quickly nip out and get it later. Bologna is stunning and old city which means navigating to the hotel can be a challenge but we did our research and preplanned the route they had suggested and managed to get straight there. Lovely clean rooms and bathrooms. Would recommend this little gem of a hotel to anyone that wants a authentic Bologna stay.

10

Heather

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Our Gallery room was nice and the bed was very comfortable. We thought from the website that there was a rooftop deck at this hotel, which is one of the reasons we booked it. However it turns out it was at a nearby sister hotel, and closed in any event.

10

Jude

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Even though this hotel is a stone's throw from Piazza Maggiore, and they're an action movie playing on the big screen in the middle of the square, I couldn't hear it unless I got my ear closeto the window for a very faint trail of the sound. The location is amazing, the staff is attentive and friendly, and the room is modern and clean. Because i have an early flight, I won't be able to try the breakfast, but the staff has even prepared a boxed breakfast for my family to take on the go. Other than the verrrry slow elevator, it's hard to find anything to complain about.

10

Benjamin

15 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed one night at the last minute, but everything was perfect. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. A bonus was a kettle - not always provided in Italian hotels - which was very useful for making bottles for our 5 month old daughter. The service was excellent - we had one slight problem that was solved immediately, and the staff were very friendly. They let us check in early just so we could change the baby, and also let us check-out late. Breakfast was a good selection, and again had great service. The location is ideal - less than 30 seconds walk from the main square, but still quiet at night Definitely recommended.

10

Iris

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was amazing! Great location. Parking is difficult but staff members were very helpful in guiding us. Service was excellent. Very good breakfast.

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Anthony

25 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Classy property that is well maintained and styled in classic Italian furnishings but with modern features. Very friendly and helpful staff. However it’s very important to understand that if arrive by car that needs parking this must be arranged prior to your visit as the parking stated as available is limited, and once filled public parking is required. The hotel stamped a ticket that cost and allowed use of public parking which was hard to find and not near hotel. Also, some parts of city do not allow closed non-resident vehicles.

6

Ivan

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A basic hotel with no facilities. Quite dated. No bar or restaurant on site. Breakfast was average at best. Location was very good.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is consistently praised, with many noting spotless rooms and well-kept spaces. There are rare complaints about odor or dated elements.

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Yingkui

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smell and dirty

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Jenna

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel is very clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. Great location too.

10

Jennifer

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean room in an excellent location. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!

10

Colin Seamus Holmes

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

What a great little hotel. Everyone is courteous, helpful and happy to help creating a great atmosphere. The rooms are good, clean and well serviced. Location is central and I mean in the centre of the city. They booked us a number of restaurants all of which were excellent. When we come back to Bologna I will see whether they have a room before booking the flights. Thank you

10

Matthew

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff helped put together an early breakfast for us when we left for an early tour. The hotel is very clean and comfortable.

10

Petek

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

very clean hotel , perfect location with great staff

10

thomas

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From the moment we arrived, the service was top-notch. The staff were warm, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. The room was spotless, beautifully decorated, and incredibly comfortable. We especially loved the attention to detail—everything from the quality of the linens to the complimentary amenities exceeded our expectations. The location was perfect, close to all the main attractions yet peaceful enough for a restful night. The breakfast was delicious with a wide variety of fresh options. We truly felt pampered throughout our stay and can’t wait to return. Highly recommended!

10

UGUR

2 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Otel herseyden önce odaları ve genel alanlarıyla çok temiz, yeri Bologna'nın tam merkezinde lokasyon harika. Resepsiyon ve diğer görevliler samimi güleryüzlü fakat yapmacık ve aşırı ilgi veya kaba davranışları yok, gayet nezaketli ve ilgililer. Kahvaltı gerçekten başarılı. Sübjektif bir konu olmakla birlikte bizim açımızdan yatağın fazla yunuşak olması biraz rahatsız etti ama aşırı bir problem.diyemem. Genel anlamda çok memnun kaldık , başka bir zoyarette yeniden kesinlikle tercih edebileceğimiz bir otel. teşekkürler.

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10

Evelyn

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very clean, the staff was welcoming and extremely friendly, and the location is amzing... will definitely stay there again !!!

10

Anna

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had an amazing experience at this hotel. Everything was very clean and comfortable. I can honestly say it was the best hotel we stayed at during our trip to Italy. I would highly recommend this hotel as it is in a beautiful location and the staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make our trip as pleasant as possible.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with classic decor; some suites are spacious while several standard rooms run small. Guests sometimes report noise from the piazza or between rooms and occasional Wi-Fi issues, though others found good soundproofing.

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Barbara

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room, a small suite, was quite charming, combining traditional Italian style and modern functionality. Floor to ceiling windows looked out on the plaza, cushioned the noise and blackout drapes and comfy bedding made for a good nights sleep. The staff was outstanding, friendly and helpful. Breakfast most tasty. We are an older couple who have stayed here multiple times and undoubtedly will stay again when in Bologna.

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Caroline

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is perfect, well situated, close to everything to see in Bologna, clean. The breakfast is complete. The only thing that explain a 4/5 note is the insonorisation. We heard everything from the other rooms as if it was inside. Also there is a lot of noise coming from outside and again feels like our windows were open which was not the case.

10

Michael

28 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful hotel centrally located in Bologna, Only 32 rooms, with nice homemaded breakfast, Not spacious rooms, but very good beds and quiet rooms despite location is close to everything. So if you like boutigue hotel instead of big well branded hotel, this is definitely something to recommend

10

Michael

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I loved this hotel. It's eccentric - but in just the right way. The rooms are lovely - well-designed and very, Italian. Comfortable beds make for a great night's sleep. Rooms are quiet, despite it being so central for Bologna. Breakfast is adorable - such a wonderful buffet with loads of options and really, really sweet staff. Reception team and housekeeping are all so friendly and helpful too. Such a nice surprise overall and definitely a hotel I would stay in again.

10

Rosie

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Fantastic hotel. Nothing to fault. The suite was spacious. The service was exceptional. The location is the best in Bologna.

8

Odelia

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Muito bom café da manhã e atendimento na recepção. Perfeita localização. O quarto que ficamos era muito pequeno e com uma pequena janela.

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Wesley Eason

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel. The location is perfect, but expect some noise at night. Breakfast was superb, and we had a great stay.

10

Jennifer

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was really gorgeous and felt special—not some cookie-cutter place—and the location smack-dab in the center of Maggiore square couldn’t be beat! Also, their morning breakfast was outstanding. I highly recommend this hotel!

8

Anna

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty solid spot in bologna, centrally located. Breakfast was delightful and the room was lovely and looked right over the square. Only notes I’d make is that there was only one shower door so it was near impossible to not get the floors wet and the Wi-Fi was rather unreliable

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laurie

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a really nice hotel. It is located right in the Piazza where everything is happening. It is an easy walk to all major attractions. We arrived early, around 11am,. Check in is at 3pm, but they texted us at 1:00 that our room was ready. We stayed in the Deluxe Double Room, It was a spacious room. The Staff speaks English and were very helpful. There is AC, and we did use it. Being in the piazza, there is noise, but with windows closed and AC on, we did not hear the noise. I would definitely stay here again.

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Service

Service is a standout: staff are repeatedly described as friendly, proactive, and helpful with recommendations, special requests, and early breakfasts, plus smooth early check-ins/outs and help with logistics.

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Ruth

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel and great breakfast. The staff, esp Lorenza, were crucial to getting our luggage, which the airline had lost and then found, before we left Bologna.

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Helena

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was our first time at Art Hotel Orologio and we had a wonderful experience. From the helpful staff, to the comfortable room, the charming atmosphere, and the delicious breakfast, we loved our stay! And the location is perfect. We would definitely stay here again.

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suzanne

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was one of my favorite hotels I picked on my Italy trip. The hotel is located right next to a large piazza with plenty of eating, shopping, and social options. The hotel itself is clean, well maintained, and my room was amazing. The breakfast options were delicious and staff was very attentive. The front desk staff was helpful with suggestions for eating and places to go. They also helped me navigate a train strike so I could travel to the next city. If I go back to Bologna, I will ABSOLUTELY stay here again. Wonderful stay all around and I have zero complaints.

10

Florence

9 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We drove from Montespertoli to Bologna. The hotel reception person (Erica) went above and beyond to help us with navigating with the car and parking as there are many restrictions for driving in Bologna. She was excellent! Grazie Mille, Erica!

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Colin Seamus Holmes

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

What a great little hotel. Everyone is courteous, helpful and happy to help creating a great atmosphere. The rooms are good, clean and well serviced. Location is central and I mean in the centre of the city. They booked us a number of restaurants all of which were excellent. When we come back to Bologna I will see whether they have a room before booking the flights. Thank you

10

Jude

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Even though this hotel is a stone's throw from Piazza Maggiore, and they're an action movie playing on the big screen in the middle of the square, I couldn't hear it unless I got my ear closeto the window for a very faint trail of the sound. The location is amazing, the staff is attentive and friendly, and the room is modern and clean. Because i have an early flight, I won't be able to try the breakfast, but the staff has even prepared a boxed breakfast for my family to take on the go. Other than the verrrry slow elevator, it's hard to find anything to complain about.

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Matthew

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff helped put together an early breakfast for us when we left for an early tour. The hotel is very clean and comfortable.

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Penny

4 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel in a great location. Extremely kind and helpful staff. They went above and beyond went my family had an issue with a rental car. Highly recommend staying here.

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Iris

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was amazing! Great location. Parking is difficult but staff members were very helpful in guiding us. Service was excellent. Very good breakfast.

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laurie

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a really nice hotel. It is located right in the Piazza where everything is happening. It is an easy walk to all major attractions. We arrived early, around 11am,. Check in is at 3pm, but they texted us at 1:00 that our room was ready. We stayed in the Deluxe Double Room, It was a spacious room. The Staff speaks English and were very helpful. There is AC, and we did use it. Being in the piazza, there is noise, but with windows closed and AC on, we did not hear the noise. I would definitely stay here again.

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Location

Exceptionally central, right by Piazza Maggiore and walkable to major sights, shops, and dining. Some guests experienced nighttime noise, and drivers face restricted-zone access.

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nicholas

16 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is a great value, right on the corner of Piazza Maggiore, the center of the universe that is Bologna.

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Yaron

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel in the best location in Bologna. Parking here, however, is not for the faint of heart. It requires driving into pedestrians only streets and across a corner of the Piazza Maggiore into and out of the garage.

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Robin

2 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent location although the piazza can be loud at night.

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Louise

24 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely fabulous location, right in the centre of Bologna

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Heather

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel in the heart of Bologna! Great service and wonderful breakfast spread. EXCELLENT location! Not the easiest to get to via a car, but they provided great directions.

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Wesley Eason

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel. The location is perfect, but expect some noise at night. Breakfast was superb, and we had a great stay.

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Philip

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Prime convenient location cannot be beat! Walkable to nearly all sites of interest and many, many great restaurants. Highly recommend to all first time Bologna travelers.

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Carmelo

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location in the historic of Bologna

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Jennifer

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was really gorgeous and felt special—not some cookie-cutter place—and the location smack-dab in the center of Maggiore square couldn’t be beat! Also, their morning breakfast was outstanding. I highly recommend this hotel!

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laurie

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a really nice hotel. It is located right in the Piazza where everything is happening. It is an easy walk to all major attractions. We arrived early, around 11am,. Check in is at 3pm, but they texted us at 1:00 that our room was ready. We stayed in the Deluxe Double Room, It was a spacious room. The Staff speaks English and were very helpful. There is AC, and we did use it. Being in the piazza, there is noise, but with windows closed and AC on, we did not hear the noise. I would definitely stay here again.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised as delicious and plentiful, with good variety and attentive service. A few reviewers felt it was only average compared with other Italian hotels.

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Richard

23 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location of this hotel is right on the Piazza Maggiore, and in walking distance to dozens of great restaurants, quality retails shops, and all sorts of sites. The breakfast buffet every morning is a wonderful way to start the day.

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Michael

28 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful hotel centrally located in Bologna, Only 32 rooms, with nice homemaded breakfast, Not spacious rooms, but very good beds and quiet rooms despite location is close to everything. So if you like boutigue hotel instead of big well branded hotel, this is definitely something to recommend

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Deborah

7 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous breakfast! Lovely hotel.

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Anna

25 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt okej hotell. Rent och bra service. Hård säng och kudde. Frukosten var okej.

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Danny

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Good location, breakfast was not as good as other italian hotels...

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Heather

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel in the heart of Bologna! Great service and wonderful breakfast spread. EXCELLENT location! Not the easiest to get to via a car, but they provided great directions.

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Sébastien

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent emplacement , personnel très serviable , petit déjeuner copieux , varié et de bonne qualité. Deco d’époque donc il faut aimer les tapisseries aux murs et les lustres murant. Literie confortable. Salle de bain ok mais sans fenêtres. Un peu bruyant car proche de la Piazza Maggiore

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Daniel

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, charming hotel, excellent service and breakfast.

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Jennifer

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was really gorgeous and felt special—not some cookie-cutter place—and the location smack-dab in the center of Maggiore square couldn’t be beat! Also, their morning breakfast was outstanding. I highly recommend this hotel!

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Robert C

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast spread.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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4	5	6	7	8	9 $535	10 $455
11 $449	12 $512	13 $510	14 $418	15 $415	16 $497	17
18 $379	19 $428	20 $504	21 $643	22 $451	23	24
25 $466	26 $634	27 $391	28 $389	29 $391	30 $404	31 $404

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15 $256	16 $253	17 $253	18 $336	19 $369	20 $366	21 $360
22 $281	23 $297	24 $292	25 $292	26 $358	27 $358	28 $368
29 $351	30 $295

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