What's it like in Historic Center?

Historic Center is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller 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 neighbourhood include Starhotels Excelsior and Hotel Internazionale .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Center?

Expedia has 1143 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Historic Center.

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 Mercato Delle Erbe might be just the ticket while you're in Historic Center. Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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.

Historic Center hotels, Bologna, Italy: Bologna Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Historic Center hotels

1. Royal Hotel Carlton

Historic Center

Michal

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27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Hotel Internazionale

Historic Center

Luke

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27 Sept - 28 Sept

3. The Social Hub Bologna

Bolognina, 1.3 km from Historic Center

Julie Melanie

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

4. Starhotels Excelsior

Historic Center

Alfonso

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

5. Elizabeth Lifestyle Hotel

Bolognina, 2 km from Historic Center

Enrico

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5 Oct - 6 Oct

6. Hotel Metropolitan

Historic Center

Darién

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28 Sept - 29 Sept

7. Savhotel Fiera Bologna

Bolognina, 1.8 km from Historic Center

Thomas

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

8. UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

Historic Center

Stephanie

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

9. Fly On Hotel

5.9 km from Historic Center

Stephie

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5 Sept - 6 Sept

10. Living Place Hotel

5.8 km from Historic Center

Shibumon

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5 Sept - 6 Sept

11. Best Western Plus Tower Hotel Bologna

San Donato-San Vitale, 3.7 km from Historic Center

Christopher

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30 Sept - 1 Oct

12. Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Historic Center

Dennis r

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30 Sept - 1 Oct

13. Art Hotel Commercianti

Historic Center

Timothy

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

14. Savhotel Aemilia Bologna

San Donato-San Vitale, 1.2 km from Historic Center

Marko

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13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. UNA Hotels Bologna San Lazzaro

7.1 km from Historic Center

Deena

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27 Sept - 28 Sept

16. Mercure Bologna Centro

Saragozza-Porto, 0.9 km from Historic Center

David

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

17. Ostello Bello Bologna

Historic Center

Jordan

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

18. NH Bologna de la Gare

Historic Center

Maria

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

19. Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni

Historic Center

Sergio Alfonso

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19 Sept - 20 Sept

20. Albergo Rossini 1936 Small & Charming

Historic Center

Mehmet Serkan

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5 Sept - 6 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Phi Hotel Bologna	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Porta San Mamolo	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 823 reviews	View
Albergo Rossini 1936 Small & Charming	4.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 184 reviews	View
Albergo Atlantic	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 551 reviews	View
Hotel San Giorgio	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 233 reviews	View

Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Historic Center

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Santo Stefano

Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while you're in town.

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Saragozza-Porto

Saragozza-Porto is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

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Bolognina

While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Museum for the Memory of Ustica and Ippodromo Arcoveggio.

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Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Parco Nord Arena or EuropAuditorium Theater while you're exploring.

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San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato-San Vitale is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by FICO Eataly World and EuropAuditorium Theater while in the area.

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Top Historic Center Hotel Reviews

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

8/10 Good

"This is a clean and convenient hotel near the train station. The staff are exceptionally friendly."

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

8/10 Good

"This hotel is on the outskirts of the historic district. The location is good for a quieter. Stay off the beaten path. The room was large and comfortable as well as very clean. The only issue was we were there in August and the air conditioning could not cool the room enough to sleep comfortably in another season this hotel would not have that issue though and would be a perfect option. The staff was very friendly and helpful. A bellhop was there to bring our bags up to our room, which was a three white walk up. The breakfast is absolutely exceptional and included, so should definitely be taken advantage of in their beautiful courtyard with wonderful service and a great selection of foods."

Royal Hotel Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast is absolutely amazing with everything you can imagine! They do a beautiful job. We came there to celebrate our 40th anniversary and they set up such a special time for us in our room of a bottle of Prosecco and all kinds of treats and snacks to go with it was amazing and so appreciated. The staff was wonderful, recommending restaurants, and providing directions and also guided us on all the many things to see and do."

Art Hotel Commercianti

8/10 Good

"The Art Hotel was very nice, and lived up to its name, with beautiful pieces of art attractively displayed throughout. I would give in 4.5, and not a 5, only because the brewed coffee in the dining room was terrible, and things that should have been hot, were not. That included the scrambled eggs, bacon, side vegetables, and aforementioned coffee and hot water. It was like the food warmers and hot pots were not ever turned on. We were there 4 nights, and it was the same each morning. Other than that, food was excellent, and location couldn't be beat."

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Our top choices for Historic Center hotels

1. Royal Hotel Carlton

2. Hotel Internazionale

3. The Social Hub Bologna

4. Starhotels Excelsior

5. Elizabeth Lifestyle Hotel

6. Hotel Metropolitan

7. Savhotel Fiera Bologna

8. UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

9. Fly On Hotel

10. Living Place Hotel

11. Best Western Plus Tower Hotel Bologna

12. Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

13. Art Hotel Commercianti

14. Savhotel Aemilia Bologna

15. UNA Hotels Bologna San Lazzaro

16. Mercure Bologna Centro

17. Ostello Bello Bologna

18. NH Bologna de la Gare

19. Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni

20. Albergo Rossini 1936 Small & Charming

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Where to stay in Historic Center

Santo Stefano

Saragozza-Porto

Bolognina

Bologna Fiere District

San Donato-San Vitale

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