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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Bologna, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Hotel Touring |
8.5 / 10 (1185 Reviews) |
From 129$ | |
Zanhotel Tre Vecchi |
8.0 / 10 (2440 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
B&B Dell'Orso - Affittacamere - Guest House |
8.8 / 10 (366 Reviews) |
From 116$ | |
Amobo Bed & Breakfast |
9.6 / 10 (101 Reviews) |
From 104$ | |
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro |
6.7 / 10 (4545 Reviews) |
From 61$ |
There are many types of accommodations to choose from when travelling to Italy, but for those looking for a convenient and centrally-located option, Central hotels in Bologna are a great choice. These hotels are situated right in the city centre, making it easy to explore all that Bologna has to offer. Plus, with a variety of different-sized properties to choose from, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or with a group.
What’s more, Central hotels in Bologna offer a number of great services and amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking. And, with staff who are fluent in English, you’ll be able to easily navigate your way around, ask for recommendations, and get help with anything you need.
So, if you’re looking for a convenient and comfortable place to stay in the heart of Bologna, be sure to check out the Central hotels. You won’t be disappointed!.
Best Hotels in Bologna Downtown
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Hotel Touring
From 129$
Located 0.2 km from the prominent historic Basilica of San Domenico, the 4-star Hotel Touring Bologna features a bar and a flat screen TV. Set in the centre of Bologna, the venue offers quick access to the central square "Piazza Maggiore".
Situated in Santo Stefano district, the accommodation is set 0.7 km from the 13th-century Re Enzo Palace. You'll be 950 metres from Laghetto dei Giardini Margherita. Casa di Lucio Dalla is also close by.
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Zanhotel Tre Vecchi
From 89$
Zanhotel Tre Vecchi Bologna is a deluxe place to stay in a shopping area, 0.8 km away from the monumental civic Fountain of Neptune. Featuring 96 rooms with views of the garden, this venue is set within a short ride from the centric FICO World Eataly Theme Park.
The accommodation is just a 10-minute walk from Via Zamboni. A 10-minute walk will take you into the centre of Bologna. The scenic 19th-century Montagnola Park is also located near the hotel. It is at a stone's throw from the Gothic-style, 13th-century palace "Palazzo Grassi".
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B&B Dell'Orso - Affittacamere - Guest House
From 116$
Featuring a safe deposit box and a car park, B&B Dell'Orso Bologna is located in Piazza Maggiore district, 0.3 km from MAMbo Museum. The property lies in the centre of Bologna, only steps from the historic palace "Palazzo Fava".
The scenic 19th-century Montagnola Park is a few steps away, while Bologna Central train station is within a 15 minutes' walk from the venue. The metropolitan Bologna Cathedral is 300 metres from the guest house, while Arena Del Sole bus station is 150 metres away. FICO World Eataly Food-Centric Theme Park is also a short drive away.
Hotels in Bologna City Centre With Parking
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Amobo Bed & Breakfast
From 104$
Offering bike for rent, Amobo Bed & Breakfast Bologna is a 5-minute drive from the central square "Piazza Maggiore". Situated in Saragozza district, this bed & breakfast is 25 minutes walk from the centre of Bologna.
Basilica is less than 2.4 km away. The venue is located next to Parrocchia San Giuseppe Sposo. Via Zamboni is just a few minutes' drive away.
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Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
From 61$
Located 650 metres from Palazzo Belloni, the 3-star Hotel Palace Bologna Centro offers non-smoking rooms within a 5-minute walk of the vast Gothic Basilica of San Petronio. Set within reach of the colossal Two Towers, the venue features a pizza restaurant serving meals of seafood cuisine.
The accommodation is set within 10 minutes' walk of the centre of Bologna, not far from the 13th - century Re Enzo Palace. The hotel is located in Piazza Maggiore district. MAMbo Museum is also a few minutes' drive away.
Hotels in Bologna
Airport nearby ✈️ | Guglielmo Marconi, Peretola, Giuseppe Verdi |
Average Price 💰 | 183$ |
Hotels in Bologna 🏨 | 2092 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 44310 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Casa Carducci, Torre della Specola e Museo Astronomico, Galleria d'arte moderna "Raccolta Lercaro", Palazzo Hercolani, Re Enzo Palace |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Hotel Touring |
Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Zanhotel Tre Vecchi |
Best Price Hotel 🤑 | B&B Dell'Orso - Affittacamere - Guest House |
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Hotel University
From 112$
This attractive Hotel University Bologna offers proximity to Via Zamboni and entices guests with sun loungers and a bar. 1 km from Santo Stefano, the venue is also 0.3 km away from the narrow Finestrella Street.
The accommodation is situated in an old part of Bologna close to the metropolitan Bologna Cathedral. You'll be 850 metres from Stagno. Hotel University is just a short drive from FICO World Eataly Food-Centric Theme Park.
Hotels in Downtown Bologna With Pool
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Royal Hotel Carlton
From 129$
The 4-star Royal Hotel Carlton Bologna boasts a beautiful location near the central square "Piazza Maggiore", which is around 1.2 km away. Set within reach of Montagnola Public Park, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Italian cuisine.
MAMbo Museum is less than 0.6 km away. This prestigious property is about 2 km away from the centre of Bologna. Royal Hotel Carlton is a short driving distance of Palazzo Comunale.
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Hotel Pedrini
From 127$
The 3-star Hotel Pedrini Bologna lies within 1.2 km from the central square "Piazza Maggiore", and offers proximity to a bus stop. Guests will have access to private parking onsite for added convenience.
Via Zamboni is less than 1 km away. The centre of Bologna is 1 km away from the venue. Civic Museum of Industrial Art and Davia Bargellini Gallery is also located near the accommodation. Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi is a few minutes’ walk away.
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Unahotels Bologna Centro
From 98$
Unahotels Bologna Centro is set in a shopping area, 20 minutes' walk of the central square "Piazza Maggiore". Featuring 99 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from Via Zamboni.
Set in the centre of Bologna, the accommodation offers quick access to Montagnola Public Park. MAMbo Museum is also 0.7 km from the hotel. You will find Bologna Centrale Railway Station nearby.
Budget Hotels In Bologna City Centre
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A Casa Di Luna
From 100$
The family A Casa Di Luna Hotel is 15 minutes' walk from Quadrilatero in Bologna. The guest house features free Wi Fi in the rooms.
The central square "Piazza Maggiore" is less than 1.8 km away. The city centre lies within 2 km of the venue. A Casa Di Luna Hotel is a short ride from the Catholic church "Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Vita".
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The Sydney Hotel
From 74$
Offering a nightclub and a sundeck, Novotel Bologna Fiera is set in Bologna Fiere district, 3.7 km from the central square "Piazza Maggiore". Boasting medical service, dry cleaning and porter service, this venue also provides guests with secretarial service, meeting rooms and a photocopy machine.
Museum for the Memory of Ustica is less than 2.8 km away. It is about 4 km away from the centre of Bologna. Novotel Bologna Fiera is a short driving distance of Santo Stefano.
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Hotel Atlantic
From 95$
Parco della Montagnola is 0.3 km from Hotel Atlantic Bologna, while the central square "Piazza Maggiore" is 950 metres away. The venue provides 24 guestrooms appointed with free wireless internet and television for a pleasant stay in Bologna.
The accommodation is located off the narrow Finestrella Street, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre. The property is located next to Via Indipendenza. Hotel Atlantic is a short drive from Archiginnasio di Bologna Palace.
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Four Rooms
From 59$
Featuring a storage for belongings and parking, Four Rooms Bologna offers accommodation within 1.4 km from the Grand, 1.4th-century Catholic church "Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore". Situated in Bologna Fiere district, the bed & breakfast is set 1.5 km from the astronomy museum "Torre della Specola e Museo Astronomico".
The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Bologna and a couple of minutes' drive from the central square "Piazza Maggiore". Bologna Exhibition Centre is also located near the hotel.
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051 Room & Breakfast
From 119$
The venue is located in Piazza Maggiore district, 900 metres from Via Zamboni. There is a photocopier and a work desk at the bed & breakfast.
The colossal Two Towers is less than 0.7 km away. This accommodation is approximately 1 km from the centre of Bologna. Basilica is also located near the hotel. Giardini Margherita Park is a few minutes' drive away.
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Hotel Metropolitan
From 165$
The designer 4-star Hotel Metropolitan Bologna is placed 750 metres from Via Zamboni. This venue is set within easy reach of the vast Gothic Basilica of San Petronio and in the middle of Bologna.
You can stroll over to the commercial Piazza Maggiore district and enjoy Via Indipendenza located nearby. La Piccola Venezia is 0.2 km away from the accommodation. Museum is a few minutes' drive away.
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Albergo Rossini 1936 - Small & Charming
From 229$
Featuring a luggage storage, a parking and a shop, Albergo Rossini 1936 Bologna offers accommodation within 0.8 km from the central square "Piazza Maggiore". The research University of Bologna is located near the venue, and Guglielmo Marconi airport is approximately a 20-minute drive away.
The hotel is set in the old part of Bologna, close to the colossal Two Towers. It is an 11-minute walk from the vast Gothic Basilica of San Petronio. You can get to Giardini Margherita Public Park in a few minutes by car.
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Hotel Accademia
From 87$
Located 350 metres from the historic Roman Catholic church "Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore", the 3-star Hotel Accademia Bologna offers comfortable rooms within a 5-minute walk of Via Zamboni. Boasting dry cleaning service, 24-hour security and housekeeping, this venue also provides guests with a photocopier and a work desk.
The narrow Finestrella Street is a few steps away, while Bologna Central train station is within a 20 minutes' walk from the hotel. The city centre is a 5-minute walk away. The accommodation is just off the venerable theatre "Teatro Comunale di Bologna".
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Smy Bologna Centrale
From 106$
Placed just off Montagnola Public Park, Allegroitalia Espresso Bologna Hotel comprises 82 rooms with views of the street. Via Zamboni is 1.5 km from the venue, while Parco della Montagnola is 0.5 km away.
Located in a shopping area of Bologna, the accommodation is a few steps from Porta Galliera. The city centre is a 15-minute walk away. The huge Gothic church "Basilica of San Petronio" is also a couple of minutes' drive away.
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B&B Albertad
From 140$
Notable for its location 950 metres away from MAMbo Museum in Saragozza district, the venue is placed within 10 minutes' walk of the monumental Fountain of Neptune. Free Wi Fi is available throughout the accommodation as well as a sauna and a barber shop are available on site.
The hotel is located 2 km from the centre of Bologna and a couple of minutes' drive from the colossal Two Towers. Attractions within walking distance include the Renaissance style palace "Palazzo Albergati" and Chiesa di Santa Caterina di Via Saragozza.
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Good Morning Bologna Bed & Breakfast
From 189$
Located in Piazza Maggiore district, Good Morning Marsala Bed & Breakfast Bologna offers allergy-free rooms and a garden. Via Indipendenza is 0.7 km from the venue, while Santo Stefano is 0.8 km away.
The narrow Finestrella Street is a few steps away, while Bologna Central train station is within a 20 minutes' walk from the hotel. You can get to the centre of Bologna in about 5 minutes' walk. The centric FICO World Eataly Theme Park is a short drive away.
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B&B Chez Moi
From 95$
The 3-star B&B Chez Moi Bologna is set 1.4 km from the central square "Piazza Maggiore" and 0.5 km from the colossal Two Towers. Featuring 6 rooms with views of the courtyard, this bed & breakfast is set within a short ride from Montagnola Public Park.
Bologna centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The venue is located next to Basilica di Santo Stefano. Basilica is also located near the accommodation.
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Hotel Novecento
From 109$
Art Hotel Novecento is placed in a pedestrian area of Bologna, 400 metres from the 13th-century Re Enzo Palace and 350 metres from the central square "Piazza Maggiore". Boasting the location close to the vast Gothic Basilica of San Petronio, the venue includes a lounge bar and 25 rooms with pleasant views.
Conveniently situated in Saragozza district, the accommodation is only a few steps away from Palazzo Comunale. The city centre is a 10-minute walk away. Art Hotel Novecento is just a short drive from Church of San Michele in Bosco.
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Unahotels Bologna Fiera
From 79$
Located a few minutes' drive from Bologna Centrale Railway Station, Unahotels Bologna Fiera offers 211 air-conditioned rooms. The venue is settled approximately 2.9 km from the central square "Piazza Maggiore".
Situated in Bologna Fiere district, the hotel is set 3 km from the monumental civic Fountain of Neptune. The accommodation is settled 3 km from the centre of Bologna. Bologna Fair is also located near the property. It is next to EuropAuditorium Theater.
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Hotel Internazionale
From 123$
Featuring a golf course and a gym, Hotel Internazionale offers lovely accommodation in Bologna, 250 metres from Parco della Montagnola. Thanks to its ideal location, the venue is easily accessible from the scenic 19th-century Montagnola Park and there is a railway station just steps away.
The hotel is located in a shopping area, close to the narrow Finestrella Street. Terme San Petronio can be found 400 metres from the property. This venue is also a short drive from Basilica.
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Art Hotel Commercianti
From 126$
The 4-star Art Hotel Commercianti Bologna offers 11 rooms just 200 metres from the huge Gothic church "Basilica of San Petronio". Set near the monumental civic Fountain of Neptune, the venue overlooks the city centre and invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.
The accommodation is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Bologna, not far from Archiginnasio di Bologna Palace. 12 minutes' walk away there is Via Indipendenza. The unique Art Hotel Commercianti is placed a few minutes' drive from Museum for the Memory of Ustica.
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Savoia Hotel Regency
From 95$
Offering car for rent, Savoia Hotel Regency is a 10-minute drive from National Art Gallery of Bologna. Situated in Bologna Fiere district, the venue is set 2.9 km from San Donato.
A strategic location allows guests to explore the area and San Donnino is located within walking distance. The accommodation is 4 km from the centre of Bologna. Via Zamboni is only a few minutes' drive away.