Historic Center

Bologna

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a prominent tower in the distance, and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.
A historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by modern buildings and outdoor seating areas.
A historic square with a prominent church featuring arched windows and a bell tower.
A grand church interior with a large central statue, ornate gold decorations, and a detailed ceiling fresco.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, bicycles parked along the side, and a few pedestrians walking.

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Historic Center Hotel Deals

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is ¥19,572 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
¥19,572
¥24,109 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,037 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Traditional decor was beautiful! Not a soulless minimalist box. Courteous and gracious staff. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ¥20,943 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
¥20,943
¥25,617 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel was located in a great location and extremely convenient to the train station and downtown area. They staff was very helpful and professional. They were able to answer all our questions and provided great recommendations of places to see and where to eat. Would definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is ¥19,572 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
¥19,572
¥24,109 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel. Very professional with top-of-the-line amenities. I especially loved the style, which was Italian classical. Beautiful hotel, beautiful garden, nice restaurant, wonderful staff and front desk. Very helpful. Thank you so much for memorable stay."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Hotel Internazionale
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is ¥11,889 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
¥11,889
¥15,658 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I have stayed in this hotel a number of times before and it's fantastic for its location and price, but man, they really need to sort out the air-conditioning situation. They gave me a desk fan, which wasn't really up to the task, and sleeping in these conditions was not pleasant. I'm not sure if ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is ¥25,464 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
¥25,464
¥30,591 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, staff, air conditioning nice and modern loved the garden off our room."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Hotel Metropolitan
NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare

4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2 Bologna BO
The price is ¥21,110 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
¥21,110
¥25,801 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (908 reviews)
"We stayed one night and it was a fabulous hotel. Loved how close it is to the train station!"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

NH Bologna de la Gare
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Santo Stefano

Santo Stefano is known for its charming coffeehouses, and you can make a stop by Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while in the area.

Saragozza-Porto

Saragozza-Porto is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca and Stadio Renato Dall'Ara while in the area.

Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historic sites, and gardens are just a few things travelers enjoy about Bologna Fiere District. Check out Parco Nord Arena or Caserme Rosse while you're exploring the area.

Bolognina

If you're spending some time in Bolognina, Museum for the Memory of Ustica and Ippodromo Arcoveggio are top sights worth seeing.

San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato-San Vitale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Centro Agroalimentare di Bologna or FICO Eataly World.



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