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Our top choices for Historic Center hotels

Exterior

1. Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,139 reviews)
"Fantastic rooms and great value for money"
United Kingdom
Adam
The price is ￥17,751
￥22,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Royal Hotel Carlton
Exterior

2. Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni

Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
5.0 star property
Historic Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. Incredible staff and breakfast. I’ve never slept better, the linen sheets are the highlight of the stay."
Mexico
Sergio Alfonso
The price is ￥129,155
￥144,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
Terrace/patio

3. Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved our two night stay as the hotel was really centrally located for Bologna centre! Our room was gorgeous and we had access to a small olive garden that we could directly access from our room. The hotel staff were very helpful and friendly also. A lovely stay at the start of our Italian road trip to the south!"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ￥28,869
￥34,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Metropolitan
Exterior

4. I Portici Hotel

I Portici Hotel
4.5 star property
Historic Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and beautiful property"
United States
Eric
The price is ￥32,456
￥38,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
I Portici Hotel
Exterior

5. Art Hotel Commercianti

Art Hotel Commercianti
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (845 reviews)
"Superb location and a lovely hotel with character and excellent staff makes this a no brainer for anyone staying in Bologna."
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is ￥25,859
￥31,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Art Hotel Commercianti
Lobby

6. Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
Alfonso
The price is ￥20,738
￥25,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Starhotels Excelsior
Bar (on property)

7. Zanhotel Tre Vecchi

Zanhotel Tre Vecchi
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (955 reviews)
"Great location and hotel."
Canada
Seyednaser
The price is ￥18,993
￥23,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Zanhotel Tre Vecchi
Front of property

8. Hotel Roma

Hotel Roma
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥21,531
￥26,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Roma
View from property

9. Casa Alessandrini

Casa Alessandrini
Historic Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"The room was clean and location was great. Easy to get around. I appreciate that they allowed us to store our luggage before check-in and after check- out. I recommend and would stay here again. "
United States
Maria
The price is ￥17,838
￥22,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Alessandrini
Courtyard

10. Albergo Atlantic

Albergo Atlantic
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (551 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and breakfast was excellent"
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥15,174
￥19,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Albergo Atlantic
Exterior

11. Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in a prime location. Breakfast was fabulous and staff was super friendly. Great place to stay in the heart of Bologna."
Canada
carrie
The price is ￥19,105
￥23,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Internazionale
Interior

12. Hotel Corona d'Oro

Hotel Corona d'Oro
4.5 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and wonderful staff! Perfect location and beautiful, historic hotel as well! Highly recommend!"
United States
Fred
The price is ￥79,073
￥89,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Corona d'Oro
Studio, Annex Building (4 pax) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

13. Hotel Centrale

Hotel Centrale
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (697 reviews)
The price is ￥17,702
￥22,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Centrale
Foosball, books

14. Ostello Bello Bologna

Ostello Bello Bologna
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this hostel! Amazing personality!"
Canada
Xiaoyan
The price is ￥17,072
￥21,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Ostello Bello Bologna
Front of property

15. Art Hotel Orologio

Art Hotel Orologio
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (727 reviews)
"Excellent property at the city center!"
United States
Tomas
The price is ￥43,266
￥54,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Art Hotel Orologio
Lunch and dinner served

16. Phi Hotel Bologna

Phi Hotel Bologna
4.5 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great (central) location, excellent facilities/amenities and first-class service. We especially commended the hotel staff (front desk, restaurant) for their friendliness and helpfulness which make our stay very pleasant and enjoyable. We highly recommend Phi Hotel Bologna for stay in Bologna."
Hong Kong SAR China
Philip C
The price is ￥33,550
￥39,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Phi Hotel Bologna
Garden

17. Zanhotel Regina

Zanhotel Regina
3.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"We had a great stay at Zanhotel Regina. The staff were very helpful. The property was easy to access, a 10-15 minute walk to Bologna Centrale and within walking distance of many popular sites, restaurants & shops. Breakfast was included and offered a variety of options."
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥20,257
￥24,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Zanhotel Regina
Lobby

18. NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (940 reviews)
"Excellent location, great rooms and extremely helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is ￥18,883
￥23,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
NH Bologna de la Gare
City Apartment | Balcony

19. Residenza Ariosto

Residenza Ariosto
2.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable accommodation, everything you could need for a stay in Bologna."
United Kingdom
Marion
The price is ￥15,393
￥18,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Residenza Ariosto
Property entrance

20. Hotel University

Hotel University
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (214 reviews)
"Good hotel, well laced between the train station and Piazza Maggiore. Included breakfast was great."
Canada
Anthony
The price is ￥17,212
￥21,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel University
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Center

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
672 reviews
View
Exterior
Royal Hotel Carlton
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,139 reviews
View
Front of property
Art Hotel Orologio
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
727 reviews
View
Lobby
Starhotels Excelsior
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
Lunch and dinner served
Phi Hotel Bologna
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Historic Center

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

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

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.

A modern glass building with a unique geometric structure.
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Bolognina

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

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Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historic sites, and gardens are just a few things travelers enjoy about Bologna Fiere District. Check out EuropAuditorium Theater or Museum for the Memory of Ustica while you're exploring the area.

A panoramic view of a city with dense urban architecture, surrounded by greenery and hills.

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.

Top Historic Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

10/10 Excellent
"The room was large and comfortable. The staff were helpful and provided good recommendations. We ate at the bar one night and it was delicious. The location made it easy to walk to everything and the gelato options on the street were amazing."
Stacy 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hotel Internazionale

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Historic Center?
Historic Center is a historic neighborhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Be sure to check out Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro as part of your Historic Center travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Historic Center?
Based on our traveler data, Royal Hotel Carlton is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Center. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore, and it offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Starhotels Excelsior and Hotel Internazionale.
How many hotels will I find in Historic Center?
Expedia has 1139 hotels and other accommodations in Historic Center to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Bologna area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Historic Center.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Historic Center?
For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Historic Center, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Historic Center?
Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Via Zamboni, Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero, and Galleria Cavour Shopping Center might be just the ticket while you're in Historic Center. Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Center include Palazzo Grassi, Finestrella di Via Piella, and Prendiparte Tower. While you're out sightseeing, Teatro Auditorium Manzoni and Teatro Arena del Sole are a couple of additional sights to visit in Bologna.

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