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A Step from the Center

Apartment with kitchen, near Piazza Maggiore

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A Step from the Center provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.2 out of 10
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Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Step from the Center

✨ Bologna: Your Strategic Retreat, 10 Minutes from the Central Station ✨

Our cozy apartment awaits you in a peaceful and well-served neighborhood, just 1 km from the beating heart of Bologna's historical center. Enjoy the ideal mix of tranquility and convenient connectivity to the whole city.

Key Access and Transportation:

From Central Station: EASILY REACHABLE in just 10 minutes by bus (the bus stop is just a few steps from the entrance).

From the Airport (BLQ):

By Taxi/Car: The trip is fast, about 15 minutes.

By Public Transport: The apartment can be reached in approximately 30–40 minutes with a quick transfer near the Maggiore Hospital (shuttle/bus + local bus).

What You'll Find in the Apartment:

A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for your meals.

Your breakfast is covered: choose between a pod coffee machine or a classic Italian moka pot (caffettiera).

Bathroom with a comfortable shower, supplied with soft towels and fresh bed linen.

A private balcony with a view, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening aperitivo.

The neighborhood is quiet and offers all essential conveniences within walking distance (supermarkets, pharmacies, etc.).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
    Minimum check-in age: 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 12:30 PM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
    Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

    Check-out instructions

    The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
    Gather used towels
    Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
    Turn off the lights and return the keys
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking allowed: in designated areas

    Important information

    You need to know

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

    We should mention

    This property does not have elevators
    All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
    Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

    About the neighborhood

    Map
    Città Metropolitana di Bologna, Bologna

    What's nearby

    • PalaDozza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
    • Ospedale Maggiore di Bologna - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
    • Stadio Renato Dall'Ara - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
    • Via Indipendenza - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
    • Piazza Maggiore - 7 min drive - 2.9 km

    Getting around

    • Bologna Central Station - 9 min drive
    • Pilastrino Station - 10 min drive
    • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 14 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Kabulágna - ‬4 min walk
    • ‪Pantera Rosa - ‬4 min walk
    • ‪Al Mi Furner - ‬7 min walk
    • ‪Bar Lunik - ‬4 min walk
    • ‪Bar Pasticceria Venezia - ‬7 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is A Step from the Center pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking?

    This property doesn't offer parking.

    What time is check-in at A Step from the Center?

    Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

    What time is check-out at A Step from the Center?

    Check-out is at 12:30 PM.

    Where is A Step from the Center located?

    Located in Saragozza-Porto, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santuario della Madonna di Polsi and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from BolognaFiere. Porta San Felice and PalaDozza are also within 15 minutes. Bologna Central Station is 26 minutes by foot and Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 26 minutes.

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    A Step from the Center Reviews

    Reviews

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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

    8.4

    Cleanliness

    9.4

    Location

    10

    Eco-friendliness

    10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Abhishek

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
    Pietro has been a very friendly host. He was very communicative about arriving and also presented some tips on local food experiences near by. Communication was very good and the apartment was very clean and tidy.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Gregory B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Feel like a local

    The immediate area around the location is not heavily touristed and you can get a genuine local experience. 5 to 10 minutes walking towards the centre of town and the action picks up. Bedroom, lounge and kitchen are all clean and comfortable. The little balcony is where we finished every evening listening to sounds of life. Great stay.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Nenad D.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real conditio

    Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real condition, the host was very helpful for everything... Nenad
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Stephane Z.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Even though the property is a little bit outside of the city center, it can easily be reached within a 15/20 minute walk and there are plenty of buses at the street corner. The apartment is very clean and has everything you need. Pietro is great at communicating and lives nearby if necessary. There are also a lot of supermarkets and cafes in the neighborhood. Make sure to ask Pietro about the local restaurants; he knows all the good, non touristy places.
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

    8/10 Good

    Cosima Susann E.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Übernachtung in Bologna

    Der Standort der Wohnung ist ideal, weit genug vom schönen aber rummeligen Zentrum entfernt, das mit dem Bus (Haltestelle 2 Minuten Fussweg entfernt) gut zu erreichen ist. Direkt neben dem Mehrfamilienhaus gibt es einen Pub, der nur Freitag Abends etwas belebter war. Wer auf großen Luxus verzichten kann und gerne in komplett abdunkelbaren Räumen schläft, wird mit der Unterkunft zufrieden sein. Vom Balkon aus hat man einen schönen Blick in die bewaldeten Hügel.
    Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Giulio S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Appartamento Pulito e Completo di ogni servizio

    Ho pernottato in questo appartamento con la mia compagna dal 13 al 15 Ottobre, l’ho trovato estremamente pulito. Letto molto comodo, cucina completa e funzionante, bagno pulito, utilissima la lavatrice. La posizione è buona, grazie alla fermata degli autobus vicino casa si può raggiungere sia il centro che la stazione dei treni in pochi minuti. Il proprietario di casa è stato molto gentile e preciso nel darmi tutte le indicazioni di cui avevo bisogno. Abbiamo vissuto una bella esperienza a Bologna anche grazie a questo confortevole appartamento.😁
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Noelia F.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Gran anfitrión

    Nos alojamos durante dos noches y fué todo estupendo, el contacto con el dueño magnífico, alojamiento con buenos servicios cerca y fácil para llegar al centro. Destaco la limpieza del alojamiento y la comodidad del dormitorio. Un gran detalle tener café para poder levantante con buen pie tomando uno en la terraza. Recomendable!!!
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Stefano

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

    8/10 Good

    Jörg N.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Camilla T.

    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

    6/10 Okay

    Christine M.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2024