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 ¥22,372 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
¥22,372
¥27,187 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
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! (1,032 reviews)
"The hotel far exceeded our expectations. It was beautiful inside, the rooms were very spacious with everything you would need, and more. We even had a cute balcony over looking the garden (just a shame there weren't any chairs to sit out on!) The beds were very comfy and even though the room was ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ¥22,704 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
¥22,704
¥27,565 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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! (1,006 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 ¥21,146 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥21,146
¥25,851 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,011 reviews)
"The decor is a bit old fashioned but everything is good as new. Beds were very comfortable and the AC in the room worked well and was much needed as it was 38°C. The bar is nice but closes at 11pm. Very good central location and everything is walking distance."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 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 ¥12,738 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
¥12,738
¥16,590 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Carpets were worn, but who cares? Clean room, good staff; biggest issue was the air-conditioning. With record heat waves passing through Europe, the AC in the room was barely adequate. This is true for many Italian hotels, and I’m told in some rooms, the a.c. was better than in others, but this is ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is ¥28,757 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥28,757
¥34,223 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,005 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 ¥21,695 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
¥21,695
¥26,455 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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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