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Starhotels Excelsior

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty buffet breakfast before stepping out to discover historic landmarks within easy walking distance of the hotel.

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Located in Bologna's Historic Center, Starhotels Excelsior offers a family-friendly environment. Enjoy breakfast at Avorio restaurant, access the fitness center, and be minutes from Land Rover Arena and Piazza Maggiore. Free WiFi in rooms and multilingual staff enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €158
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (2 adulti + 2 bambini)

Family Room (2 adulti + 2 bambini)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Connecting)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Historic Center, a neighbourhood in Bologna, Starhotels Excelsior is near a train station and near theme parks. Bowling San Lazzaro and Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mercato Delle Erbe and Via Zamboni. Travelling with kids? Consider Bologna Botanical Gardens and Palazzo Poggi Museum. Visit our Bologna travel guide
Map
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO, 40121

What's nearby

  • Bologna \\ Via Indipendenza
    Via Indipendenza
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bologna which includes a city and heritage architecture
    Piazza Maggiore
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tower of the Asinelli
    Two Towers
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • PalaDozza
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Bologna
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station)
    1 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station
    10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starhotels Excelsior
    1 min walk
  • Pizza Leggera
    2 min walk
  • Zanhotel Europa
    4 min walk
  • Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast
    4 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk

About this property

Starhotels Excelsior

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Piazza Maggiore
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at Starhotels Excelsior. The on-site restaurant, Avorio, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and a banquet hall
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 193 individually furnished rooms offer thoughtful touches such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Baby baths and childcare services
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 35 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Avorio

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet (79 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Raised toilet seat (50 centimetre high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (117 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 35 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires identification for all guests at check-in, regardless of age.
Property Registration Number IT037006A19MMQQLIO
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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 the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Starhotels Excelsior
Starhotels Excelsior Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel Bologna
Starhotels Hotel Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

Is Starhotels Excelsior pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Starhotels Excelsior?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starhotels Excelsior on 22 Mar 2026 start from €158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Starhotels Excelsior?

Self-parking is available for EUR 35 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Starhotels Excelsior?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starhotels Excelsior?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Starhotels Excelsior located?

This family-friendly Bologna hotel is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Via Indipendenza and Piazza Maggiore. Teatro Testoni Ragazzi and Bologna Museum of Modern Art are also within 10 minutes. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) and Bologna Central Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Starhotels Excelsior Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable room, excellent value
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Camalla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This entire hotel was immaculate. It is right next to the train station. Super comfortable beds and the room was big and clean. Highly recommend this hotel in Bologna
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean great hotel Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seema

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and service at the hotel. Lucca on reception was extremely helpful. Thank you Sat hotels
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

eliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beatiful hotel great location very clean and very pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again. Great location, helpful staff, nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kind welcoming and amazing room, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, modern hotel. Also very quiet in the night. Also, the staff are very nice. Easy to walk into the hotel, simply across the train station and then it’s enjoyable to walk and explore downtown. .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Food was great, bar was nice. Cleaners were very proffessional and cleaned my room well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn't try the breakfast but location was perfect for my needs and the bar tender was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite nice hotel perfectly located across from train station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location in a modern clean hotel. I highly recommend especially to those traveling by train
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bologna Getaway

Excellent hotel- clean, great service and conveniently located close to the train station. Would recommend staying there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, great location, excellent breakfast, well staffed, very spacious room. My only negative is don’t get fooled by the drink and appetizer deal they have posted all round, the food is just peanuts, chips, and parm cheese- it is not the yummy food they have pictured as you would assume- kind of a bait and switch. But the hotel itself was perfect and Bologna just might be my new fave Italian city, great location for visiting other towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
large and soundproofed room, good breakfasts and nice staff. opposite train station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were welcoming and very kind. The room was very comfortable, well appointed, very quiet and very clean. The location near the train station allowed us to use Bologna as a home for day trips to Milan, Venice and Ravenna. We would look forward staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weng Cho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice. The restaurant and breakfast was good. The staff were very courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with convenient location close to train station. Easy access to center and food places.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Customer service was excellent from the moment we arrived to house cleaning. Thank you to the entire team!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic staff and hotel

Wonderful staff and excellent hotel right next to the central station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. Close to train station. Breakfast is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean modern rooms. Breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating hotel . Staff was great. The breakfast was very good. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy off the train. Good food close by. Excellent breakfast! Fabulous staff-very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025