Bologna, in Northern Italy, is the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region and has a population of around 400,000 people. The city is a popular tourist destination for travelers in the North of the country and has a wonderful plethora of churches, cathedrals, museums and art galleries to explore. Based on population, it is the seventh largest city in Italy. It is a short train ride away from Florence.
The Best Hotels Near Piazza Maggiore.
Piazza Maggiore is the main square of Bologna. It is right next to two other squares, Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Re Enzo. Piazza del Nettuno has the famous Fountain of Neptune. This area is the place to stay in Bologna.
Art Hotel Orologio.
This elegant, top-of-the-range 4-star boutique hotel is located on Via IV Novembre 10 C, and overlooks the Piazza Maggiore, right in front of the medieval clock tower, one of Bologna’s most iconic tourist attractions. The hotel is housed in a 19th Century building and although it’s recently been renovated it still maintains its old-world charm.
With 32 spacious rooms, including deluxe suites, junior suites, splendid apartments and palatial suites, the classically styled interiors are the epitome of luxury. All of the rooms have air conditioning, a flat screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, a mini bar, free WiFi and an en suite marble bathroom with a shower or bathtub.
Albergo delle Drapperie.
The romantic Albergo delle Drapperie hotel is situated on Via Drapperie 5 and has 20 beautiful rooms, an all-day reception, a night porter, a sophisticated bar, an airport transfer service, a daily continental breakfast and free luggage storage. With its city center location, the Albergo delle Drapperie hotel, winner of the Kayak 2022 Traveler Awards, is the perfect choice for sightseeing tourists as well as travelers visiting the city on business.
All of the rooms are bright and welcoming and have air conditioning, a flat screen TV, an en suite bathroom with a shower or bathtub, a mini bar, free WiFi and a safety deposit box.
Grand Hotel Majestic Gia Baglioni.
This spectacularly splendid hotel is located on Via dell’Indipendenza 8 and provides its guests with some of the most luxurious accommodation in Bologna. The 5-star hotel and spa is decorated with delightful fabrics, drapes and unique 18th century paintings, as well as marble flooring and mosaics throughout.
The Grand Hotel Majestic Gia Baglioni’s restaurant, the ‘I Carracci’, is housed in a divine 15th Century hall and serves a delicious range of food in the evening while the hotel’s Terrace allows you to dine under the stars on a warm summer’s night. During the day you can grab a quick snack from the Cafe Marinetti or enjoy an aperitif before dinner while listening to the live in-house pianist.
The hotel boasts 106 rooms that are decorated in a traditional Venetian style and all have a plasma TV with satellite channels, free high-speed WiFi, a safe, mini bar, wardrobe, desk and a magnificent en suite bathroom. All in all, the Grand Hotel Majestic Gia Baglioni is, without question, among the finest hotels in the city.
The Best Hotels Near The Museo d’Arte Moderna Di Bologna.
Museo d’Arte Moderna Di Bologna (MAMbo), is a museum of modern and contemporary art.
Royal Hotel Carlton.
This stylish hotel has a delightful restaurant, a fully equipped spa and gym as well as several meeting rooms for business travelers. The hotel, on Via Montebello 8, also has a cocktail bar, a large private garden, a swimming pool, free parking in a covered garage and 236 spacious rooms.
Among the hotel’s plush rooms, there are also 10 junior suites, 19 suites and an amazingly luxurious Presidential Suite with its own private meeting room. All the rooms have a LCD TV, free WiFi, a mini bar, a safety deposit box, an en suite marble bathroom, a hairdryer and a thoughtful courtesy kit. Some of the rooms also have a private balcony although if you want one you should request it while booking your stay.
B&B Second Floor.
The charming boutique B&B on Via dell’Indipendenza 66, offers warm, friendly and welcoming hospitality to its guests within easy reach of Bologna’s modern art gallery as well as numerous other popular attractions. All guests are provided with a tasty room service breakfast of freshly squeezed fruit juice, tea or coffee, croissants, butter, jams and donuts! As well as your breakfast, you can request fruit, champagne or wine at any time for a modest fee.
All the rooms have free WiFi, art décor lampshades and decorations as well as comfortable contemporary furnishings. The reception is open 24 hours a day so, even if you’re arriving late you’ll be greeted by the attentive staff.
Hotel Mercure Bologna Centro.
Located in Viale Pietro Pietramellara 59, the Hotel Mercure Bologna Centro is a contemporary property with a lovely bar and a tranquil garden terrace. The hotel is a relaxing oasis in the busy city and the perfect place to explore Bologna from, including the MAMbo modern art gallery. As well as 244 rooms, the hotel has a lounge bar overlooking the beautiful private garden, provides paid parking in a secure garage and several meeting areas for business travelers.
All of the 244 rooms have air conditioning, a mini bar, a LCD TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, an en suite bathroom and a high-speed free WiFi connection. 4 of the hotel’s 7 floors are reserved for non-smoking guests and you can also choose between the standard rooms or a spacious Privilege room that includes several additional VIP features.
The Best Hotels Near Bologna Centrale Railway Station.
Bologna Centrale Railway station is the busiest station in Italy next only to Rome in terms of number of trains. It is on the main high speed railway line connecting the city of Rome to Milan.
Galliera Residence Bologna.
This highly exclusive hotel on Via Galliera 64, has 3 gorgeous rooms and provides guests with the perfect combination of privacy and all the benefits of a traditional hotel. Located right in the heart of the city, the Galleria Residence Bologna is only a few blocks away from the central train station and close enough to the historic center to get there on foot.
The minimalist rooms are beautifully decorated in a modern style with plush beds, an en suite bathroom, secure electronic doors, a TV and free WiFi. Guests can also make use of a fully equipped shared kitchen and a tranquil outdoor area. The hotel provides a free buffet breakfast each morning and a lovely environment to spend your downtime in Bologna.
Hotel Metropolitan.
This swanky hotel on Via dell Orso 6, is a sophisticated establishment where you can stay in one of the superb suites or apartments. The Hotel Metropolitan’s apartments are located just across the road from the main hotel complex and also benefit from the full hotel services. This means that both parts of the hotel are just a few moments away from the railway station and many of the city’s best attractions.
The hotel also has a 5th-floor roof garden and bar where you sip an aperitif while watching the sunset over the panoramic Bolognese vista. All the rooms have an en suite bathroom with a shower, a mini bar, free WiFi, a LCD TV, an electronic safe, air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities.
Marconi28 Suites.
The Marconi28 Suites is a charming B&B on Via Guglielmo Marconi 28, nestled on a quiet street in the city’s historic center. Within easy reach of the central train station, the elegant accommodations are also just 500 meters from the Two Towers and the Fountain of Neptune.
All of the rooms at the Marconi28 Suites have an en suite bathroom, free WiFi, a wardrobe, 42 inch Smart TV, a mini bar, basic tea and coffee making facilities and super soft bedding. As a guest, you also have access to a shared lounge area where you can use the communal coffee machine during your stay.
The Best Hotels Near Santo Stefano Basilica.
Santo Stefano Basilica is a complex of religious buildings located in the Piazza Santo Stefano.
Hotel Touring Bologna.
With a stunning rooftop bar, summer jacuzzi, on-site parking and an elegant reading room, the pet-friendly Hotel Touring Bologna is perfect for a romantic trip to Bologna as well as for sightseeing tours and short weekend city breaks. All guests can enjoy a free continental breakfast each morning before heading out to see the city.
The hotel has 34 rooms, 3 suites and a special suite with its own private kitchen. All of the rooms have free WiFi, a desk, a kettle, a mini bar, a LCD TV, a safety deposit box and a courtesy pack of toiletries. The rooms have a contemporary design and are bright, airy and welcoming, no matter what season you are visiting. You can also order room service using your mobile phone by using the hotel’s in-house integrated QR-code system.
Residenza Del Duse.
Just 600 meters from Santo Stefano Basilica, the Residenza del Duse B&B on Via Cartoleria 46, provides its guests with enchanting accommodation in the midst of Bologna’s best-loved historical sites of interest. The B&B has a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi in all areas and a shared kitchen where you can cook yourself a meal.
With regular rooms and family suites, the B&B caters to a wide range of visitors. All of the rooms have a flat screen TV, free WiFi and a private en suite bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer. All of the rooms are unique and tastefully designed with a large wardrobe, a desk and ultra-soft bedding with ergonomic mattresses.
BLQ01 Boutique B&B.
This ultra-exclusive B&B on Piazza de’Calderini 1, has 2 luxury rooms on the top floor of the historic Guidotti building. The small, friendly and welcoming establishment is a delightful place to stay, especially for couples and solo travelers. Both of the rooms have a double bed, a spacious private bathroom, pure cotton linen sheets on the beds, towels, toiletries, a TV, free WiFi and a hairdryer.
Each morning you can have a freshly made breakfast in a charming communal living room. The B&B staff provide a wide range of services to their guests, on request, including arranging personalized tours of the city with a local art expert, booking you sessions at a local gym with a personal trainer and delivering daily newspapers to your room. You can also rent a bicycle or make use of the in-house laundry service.
The Best Hotels Near Guglielmo Marconi International Airport.
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), is the main airport of Bologna. It is only a few miles from the city center.
Hotel Bologna Airport.
The 4-star Hotel Bologna Airport is a super convenient hotel that is perfectly situated for business travelers and tourists alike. The hotel, on Via Marco Emilio Lepido 203/14, runs an airport shuttle service that takes you right to your check-in area before your flight, has a restaurant, an American bar, a multilingual concierge service, in-house laundry service and secure on-site parking.
All of the hotel’s 145 rooms are completely soundproofed, have air conditioning, a large en suite bathroom with a shower, a 26-inch flat screen TV with satellite channels, free WiFi, a mini bar and comfortable bedding. The hotel’s guests are also entitled to enjoy a free buffet breakfast each morning.
FlyOn Hotel & Conference Center.
With a restaurant, bar, fitness center and a free airport shuttle service, the FlyOn Hotel on Via dell’Aeroporto 34/36 is a fantastic place to stay within a few minutes of the airport.
The FlyOn Hotel has 244 rooms; 188 standard suites, 41 superior suites, 8 executive suites and 7 luxury suites. The rooms have a large en suite bathroom, are fully soundproofed and elegantly furnished with exceptionally comfortable bedding. Every room has air conditioning, a mini bar, satellite TV, free WiFi, a safety deposit box and excellent room service available throughout the day.
iH Hotels Bologna Gate 7.
This relaxed, laid-back, pet-friendly hotel has an on-site restaurant that provides its guests with a delicious complimentary breakfast each day. Located on Via G Garibaldi 4, the iH Hotels Bologna Gate 7 is a high-quality, all round 4-star hotel with secure parking and 95 recently renovated rooms. The hotel is only a stone’s throw away from the international airport and close to several public transport links if you want to travel into the city center.
The hotel is located in the ‘Calderara di Reno’ area so guests are exempt from paying the regular tourist tax. All rooms have free WiFi, satellite TV, air conditioning and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub and shower as well as extra features such as complimentary toiletries, a mini bar, a desk and stylish furnishings throughout.
Bologna Has A Superb Selection Of Hotels.
No matter whether you’re a business traveler passing through the city or a tourist visiting to see the main attractions, Bologna has an excellent range of hotels to suit all tastes and budgets. Dotted throughout the city, there are numerous hidden gems just waiting to be discovered on your next trip to Bologna! From up-market luxury hotels to small and cozy B&Bs, no matter where you choose to stay you can be sure that you’ll receive a warm welcome and excellent service during your time in the city.
