Historic Center Travel Guide
Bologna
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Top hotels in Historic Center
Royal Hotel Carlton
"The room was more spacious then we expected. Washroom a great size, not a fan of the glass wall in the shower. A curtain or longer barrier would be preferred as the shower just sprayed in to main area of the washroom, so unessarily wasting a large bath towel on the floor that just got soaked. The ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Internazionale
"Nice size room. Close to lots of restaurants"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Starhotels Excelsior
"Great place right in front of the train station and a few minutes walk to the heart of the city."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
"This was very convenient to all the sites."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan
"Excellent location, nice and welcoming staff. Great breakfast buffet. Loved the rooftop terrace bar."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
NH Bologna de la Gare
"Very nice and practical hotel, perfectly located"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Historic Center
Santo Stefano
Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Galleria Cavour Shopping Center while you're in town.
Bologna Fiere District
Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Caserme Rosse or EuropAuditorium Theater while you're exploring.
Saragozza-Porto
Saragozza-Porto is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.
Bolognina
While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Ippodromo Arcoveggio and Museum for the Memory of Ustica.
San Donato-San Vitale
San Donato-San Vitale is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by FICO Eataly World and EuropAuditorium Theater while in the area.
