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Ideally set right in the heart of Bologna, Benedict Rooms is a recently renovated guest house, featuring free WiFi and private parking. It is situated 700 metres from MAMbo and provides full-day security. The accommodation features a lift and a shared kitchen for guests.

Comfort, location, cleanliness, self check-in, kitchen,

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9.1
Superb
132 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

Set in the centre of Bologna, ALBARI HOUSE is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms. It is located 600 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza and provides luggage storage space. The guest house has family rooms.

Perfect base for exploring Bologna. Very clean and comfortable, brilliant shower and lovely toiletries. The area was lovely and felt very safe - a lovely spot to explore. The host was fantastic, good, clear communication and very happy to help. A communal kitchen was a great addition too! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a place to stay in Bologna.

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9.3
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

Offering a bar and city view, Suite Indipendenza 58 is situated in Bologna, 100 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza and less than 1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The property is 600 metres from the city centre and 800 metres from MAMbo.

Lovely, clean and a great location

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9.6
Exceptional
125 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

A recently renovated property, L.ADY HOME is set in Bologna near Museum for the Memory of Ustica, Bologna Fair and La Macchina del Tempo. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation offers a lift and a housekeeping service for guests.

Very friendly host and good comfortable room

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9.2
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Providing city views, D'AZEGLIO 62 LUXURY ROOMS is located in the Santo Stefano district of Bologna, 1.2 km from San Michele in Bosco and 2 km from MAMbo. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 600 metres from Archiginnasio di Bologna, and within 800 metres of the city centre.

Service was excellent, the room was very spacious, and location was perfect.

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9.7
Exceptional
241 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

B&B Corsini in Bologna provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.9 km from MAMbo, 2.9 km from Museum for the Memory of Ustica and 3.4 km from Quadrilatero Bologna. The property is around 3.5 km from Piazza Maggiore, 3.7 km from Via dell' Indipendenza and 3.7 km from Santa Maria della Vita. Santo Stefano Church is 5.1 km from the guest house and Archiginnasio di Bologna is 5.2 km away.

Really clean apartment, and fully equipped as described. A good variety of breakfast/snack options for breakfast. The location is very convenient. There is direct access to the bus station that is right under the apartment. The bus drives you to the city center in 15 minutes. Extra credit for our hostess Annalia, who was very kind and helpful. Definitely recommend!

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9.4
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Offering free WiFi and city views, CapoDiLucca40 is an accommodation situated right in the heart of Bologna, just 400 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza and 1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna. It is set 1.1 km from MAMbo and offers a lift. The guest house has family rooms.

Giovanni! Superb host. Room very close to the city centre. Nice and clean room. Air conditioning inside the room and water dispenser on the corridor. We would probably choose the same place again if we were to travel to Bologna.

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9
Superb
444 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Locanda dell'Orsa features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Bologna, 700 metres from Santo Stefano Church, 600 metres from Santa Maria della Vita and 600 metres from Quadrilatero Bologna. The property is set 3.2 km from San Michele in Bosco, 1.3 km from MAMbo and 4.1 km from Museum for the Memory of Ustica. The property is 300 metres from La Macchina del Tempo, and within 400 metres of the city centre.

Everything was great, very clean, everything needed in the room (even robes), plenty of towels; located in the old town in a beautiful old building, but the Appartments are very fresh, stylish and renovated, close to everything; comfortable bed, air conditioner, some snacks, water and coffee in the room as well;

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9
Superb
552 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

Offering quiet street views and free WiFi, Affittacamere V Torre V Nigrisoli a Porta San Vitale offers accommodation well situated in the centre of Bologna, within a short distance of La Macchina del Tempo, Santo Stefano Church and Santa Maria della Vita. It is set 1.4 km from Quadrilatero Bologna and provides luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms.

The house is located close to everything in the city centre, on a calm street. The hosts were the most friendly and helpful I've ever experienced. The whole stay was really great. The wifi was very good and we had a coffee maker in the room. Our hosts even offered us a ride to the station if we wished. Would recommend it to anyone!

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9.6
Exceptional
184 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Situated in the centre of Bologna, 1.3 km from Quadrilatero Bologna and 1.4 km from Piazza Maggiore, La Didì Maison offers free WiFi and air conditioning. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 1.4 km from Santa Maria della Vita.

Perfect accommodation. This was an amazing experience, the owner was incredibly nice and helpful and the room was beautiful and clean. The shared kitchen area consisted of anything you would need, plus there were some nice touches such as sweets, coffee and fruit. The location of the apartment was perfect as it was right in the center and walkable distance from everything. Would highly recommend.

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9.1
Superb
235 reviews
Price from
£114
per night

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  • Casa Isolani, Piazza Maggiore
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 620 reviews

    Casa Isolani, Piazza Maggiore is set in Bologna, 100 metres from Piazza Maggiore. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room.

    Perfect city center location ideal for exploring the city

  • Casa Isolani Piazza Maggiore 1.0
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 540 reviews

    Casa Isolani, D'Azeglio 1 is set in the Bologna City Centre district in Bologna, 100 metres from Piazza Maggiore and 700 metres from Via Zamboni.

    Great location in the heart of Bologna! Everything was super clean

  • HOLABOLOGNA Luxury Rooms and Flats
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 426 reviews

    Located in Bologna, less than 1 km from Bologna Fair, HOLABOLOGNA Luxury Rooms and Flats provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi throughout the property.

    This B&b it's ok, around 20 minutes of city center.

  • Albachiara Suite Rooms
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 637 reviews

    Located in Bologna, within 600 metres of MAMbo and 1.1 km of Via dell' Indipendenza, Albachiara Suite Rooms provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

    la posizione vicino a tutte le attrazioni di Bologna

  • Affittacamere San Petronio House

    Situated within 1 km of La Macchina del Tempo and 1.1 km of Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, Affittacamere San Petronio House features accommodation with seating area.

  • MADE in BO
    Breakfast options

    MADE in BO is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Bologna, 500 metres from MAMbo and less than 1 km from Via dell' Indipendenza.

  • Benedict Rooms
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews

    Ideally set right in the heart of Bologna, Benedict Rooms is a recently renovated guest house, featuring free WiFi and private parking.

    Saubere Zimmer und perfekte Lage Easy Self Check-in

  • ALBARI HOUSE
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 103 reviews

    Set in the centre of Bologna, ALBARI HOUSE is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms.

    Posizione centralissima , camera ampia e dotata di tutto

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  • B&B Bologna
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    B&B Bologna is set in Bologna, 3.2 km from MAMbo, 3.7 km from Quadrilatero Bologna, as well as 3.8 km from Piazza Maggiore.

    Posizione strategica per arrivare al Rizzoli si Bologna, appartamento ristrutturato, abbastanza pulito, una piccola colazione offerta gentilmente dall'host pur non essendo compresa nel prezzo. Proprietario molto cordiale e disponibile

  • Camere Scandellara 24
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 374 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Camere Scandellara 24 is set in Bologna, 3.2 km from Bologna Fair and 3.2 km from La Macchina del Tempo.

    Looked newly renovated, very clean and great facilities

  • Bed & Breakfast Cesarina
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 459 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Bed & Breakfast Cesarina is set in Bologna, 3.7 km from Bologna Fair and 4.9 km from La Macchina del Tempo.

    Clean , the owner and his wife are very kind and helpful

  • A casa di Gia Gia
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, A casa di Gia Gia is set in Bologna. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    Czystość, uprzejmy wynajmujący, parking, sypialnia z balkonem

  • Sophia
    Budget options available
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 600 reviews

    In the Bologna Fiere District district of Bologna, close to Museum for the Memory of Ustica, Sophia features free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Molto l unica pecca l aria condizionata nn c' è

  • affittacamere bibiena nel cuore di bologna
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 25 reviews

    Situated within 700 metres of Santo Stefano Church and 700 metres of Santa Maria della Vita in Bologna, affittacamere bibiena nel cuore di bologna features accommodation with seating area.

  • CESTELLO ROOM Duse-Rizzoli
    Budget options available
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 75 reviews

    CESTELLO ROOM Duse-Rizzoli is situated in the Santo Stefano district of Bologna, 1.6 km from San Michele in Bosco, 1.2 km from La Macchina del Tempo and less than 1 km from Santo Stefano Church.

    Everything. It was amazing, amazing host, location, all was very clean. Wonderful

  • Aurora Guest House- Dimore Bolognesi
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering city views, Aurora Guest House- Dimore Bolognesi is an accommodation located in Bologna, 1.7 km from Santo Stefano Church and 2 km from Santa Maria della Vita.

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  • Reno Suite Bologna
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Reno Suite Bologna is located in the Bologna City Centre district of Bologna, 700 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza, 1.1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna and 1.2 km from Piazza Maggiore.

    L’hôte était très serviable et sympathique, la chambre et salle de bain neuves et très confortables, le petit déjeuner très bon, l’emplacement très central, rien à redire. Tout était réunis pour passer un bon séjour, merci ! Nous recommandons, et reviendrons.

  • Bologna Centrale 2
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring city views, Bologna Centrale 2 is situated in the Bologna Train Station district of Bologna, 1 km from Via dell' Indipendenza and 1.8 km from Quadrilatero Bologna.

    Posizione strategica, pulizia, disponibilità e gentilezza del Sig. Diego.

  • Strada Maggiore 37
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 168 reviews

    Right in the heart of Bologna, situated within a short distance of Archiginnasio di Bologna and La Macchina del Tempo, Strada Maggiore 37 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

    Amazing host, very helpful, easily a 10 star review

  • Bologna Centrale 1
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Bologna, Bologna Centrale 1 is a recently renovated accommodation, which features soundproof rooms.

    Camera accogliente e posizione perfetta per chi arriva in treno

  • D'AZEGLIO 62 LUXURY ROOMS
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 241 reviews

    Providing city views, D'AZEGLIO 62 LUXURY ROOMS is located in the Santo Stefano district of Bologna, 1.2 km from San Michele in Bosco and 2 km from MAMbo.

    Location superb, room was immaculate and very comfortable.

  • Relax
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Relax is located in the San Donato district of Bologna, 2.6 km from Museum for the Memory of Ustica, 1.2 km from Bologna Fair and 3.3 km from Via dell' Indipendenza.

    La habitación es cómoda. Tiene todos los servicios necesarios. El personal es muy amable y atento.

  • Suite Indipendenza 58
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 125 reviews

    Offering a bar and city view, Suite Indipendenza 58 is situated in Bologna, 100 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza and less than 1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna.

    Lovely atmosphere, top location and wonderful host!

  • Mars41 B&B
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 347 reviews

    Situated in Bologna, 200 metres from Via Zamboni and less than 1 km from La Macchina del Tempo, Mars41 B&B features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Everything!!! All the little extras that Maria does

  • Torri & Portici
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 384 reviews

    A good location for a hassle-free stay in Bologna, Torri & Portici is a guest house surrounded by views of the quiet street.

    The host was just so friendly. The accommodation was very good.

  • Luxury Station Suite
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    Featuring city views and free WiFi, Luxury Station Suite features accommodation attractively situated in the centre of Bologna, within a short distance of MAMbo, Via dell' Indipendenza and...

    Great service! The staff is really helpful even when it was late at night.

  • Vista Fiera Bologna
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews

    Vista Fiera Bologna is set in the San Donato district of Bologna, 800 metres from Bologna Fair, 3.3 km from Via dell' Indipendenza and 3.9 km from Quadrilatero Bologna.

    Location molto accogliente e soprattutto molto pulita

  • People Travel Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 215 reviews

    Right in the centre of Bologna, situated within a short distance of MAMbo and Via dell' Indipendenza, People Travel Rooms offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge...

    Great central location with modern and clean facilities

  • Mondo7
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Situated in Bologna, Mondo7 is a recently renovated accommodation, 2.2 km from Museum for the Memory of Ustica and 1.3 km from Bologna Fair.

    Camera e bagno ben arredati e posizione silenziosa

  • Bibliò Rooms Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 640 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Bibliò Rooms Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Bologna, less than 1 km from MAMbo and a 7-minute walk from Via dell' Indipendenza.

    Property was safe, clean, a good location and Fabiola was lovely.

  • 4 Star Suite SPA - Self Check-In
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 216 reviews

    Attractively situated in Bologna, 4 Star Suite SPA - Self Check-In features an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

    Netflix auf Deutsch inklusive. Toller Whirlpool und Sauna!

  • Le Stanze dei Fiori
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 316 reviews

    Le Stanze dei Fiori, a property with a garden, is set in Bologna, 2 km from Santa Maria della Vita, 2.1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna, as well as 2.4 km from Archiginnasio di Bologna.

    newly renovated, super clean , nice and friendly host

  • Room sweet Room 2
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 587 reviews

    Providing quiet street views, Room sweet Room 2 is located in the Bologna Train Station district of Bologna, less than 1 km from Museum for the Memory of Ustica and 1.8 km from Via dell' Indipendenza.

    Nice clean room. Good quality linen and comfortable bed. Enjoyed our stay.

  • La Colombina
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 108 reviews

    Offering city views and free WiFi, La Colombina offers accommodation situated conveniently in the centre of Bologna, within a short distance of Piazza Maggiore, Quadrilatero Bologna and Santa Maria...

    Excellent location, clean and very friendly and helpful.

  • Appartamenti Pratello
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 549 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Appartamenti Pratello is an accommodation situated in Bologna, less than 1 km from Piazza Maggiore and a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria della Vita.

    Perfect location amazing bed amazing stay thank you!

  • b&b marconi 49
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 90 reviews

    Located in the centre of Bologna, b&b marconi 49 is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides allergy-free rooms. The air-conditioned accommodation is 500 metres from MAMbo.

    Very comfy bed, has a little fridge which was handy!

  • Casa Conoscenti Suites
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 334 reviews

    Located in Bologna, 500 metres from Quadrilatero Bologna and 200 metres from the centre, Casa Conoscenti Suites provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a bar.

    The location is excellent. The property is boutique.

  • CapoDiLucca40
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 444 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and city views, CapoDiLucca40 is an accommodation situated right in the heart of Bologna, just 400 metres from Via dell' Indipendenza and 1 km from Quadrilatero Bologna.

    clean, comfortable and very new! The staff were also very welcoming and kind

  • Wagon-lit
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 479 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Wagon-lit provides accommodation with patio, around 2.5 km from La Macchina del Tempo.

    Location, friendly owner, clean room- everything as described

  • Locanda dell'Orsa
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 552 reviews

    Locanda dell'Orsa features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Bologna, 700 metres from Santo Stefano Church, 600 metres from Santa Maria della Vita and 600 metres from Quadrilatero Bologna.

    Great location, nicely decorated comfortable rooms.

  • Camera privata in casa d'epoca
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Camera privata in casa d'epoca is a recently renovated guest house located in a historic building in the centre of Bologna, close to Archiginnasio di Bologna.

  • Quiet Room
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    Right in the centre of Bologna, situated within a short distance of Via dell' Indipendenza and MAMbo, Quiet Room offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge and kettle.

    Très bien situé en plein cœur de Bologne Propre Climatisé

  • La Corte del Sant'Orsola
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 910 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Santo Stefano Church and a 16-minute walk of Santa Maria della Vita, La Corte del Sant'Orsola provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Bologna.

    The host very kind, the cleanliness and the position

  • SAN FELICE 135 - 3
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 268 reviews

    Attractively located in Bologna, SAN FELICE 135 - 3 features an Italian breakfast and free WiFi. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is 1.1 km from MAMbo.

    It was very clean and comfort. Owner was really nice.

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  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 126 reviews
    Everything! Perfect location, great host (Luca), and the place seemed to have everything we needed. We greatly appreciated the effort Luca went to to make sure it was comfortable. Netflix on the TV worked no problem, washing machine was excellent, coffee machine worked perfectly, and the bed was comfortable. We look forward to coming back again!
    Matthew
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    The house give the team like the home stay feeling. With a comfortable and warm house which we really like it!
    YONGYU
    Group
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 227 reviews
    Extremely clean. Met by lovely host Modern 15 mins walk from station ( monorail takes only 15 min journey from airport ) 15 mins walk to town centre Nice cafes on way into town centre Bologna lovely , fab food , cheaper than UK cities
    Davison
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews
    GianLuca is a very good host and a very good person. I hope we could meet him again. He help us with everything we need. The house is really comfortable and cosy, we felt it like ours.
    Polina
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 864 reviews
    Location, the place looks super cute, has a particular vibe, great hosts, willing to help with whatever needed. They serve a sweet breakfast which is enough to start the day. Room clean, with everything needed for a good stay.
    Aida
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 684 reviews
    Clean room, great location and lovely hosts!
    Helen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.47
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9,768 reviews
    Big good hostel , nice personal, location nearby train station. + Good cafe inside and outside, big room for work
    L
    Liudmyla
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 215 reviews
    Very good location, clean and tidy and last but not least great host. Thank you Giovani
    Tihomir
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews
    The host was incredible! The room was very nice with a cute balcony. Very welcoming atmosphere. You won’t find a better accommodation than this in Bologna if you want to experience the Italian culture and meet locals.
    Dimitrov
    People with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 reviews
    Alessandro was a great host , drove me from his restaurant to the apartment, the apartment was comfortable and spacious, not too far to walk to the city centre , and bus stop very close to the property Had a lovely 4 days walking around Bologna and Ravenna, also the food at Alessandro’s restaurant is great authentic food from the region, and well priced,
    Robert
    Solo traveller

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