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THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna

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Enjoy meals in this well-equipped kitchen and dining area with a table for four, microwave, and ample natural light.
Welcome to SGALA, where sleek glass doors and elegant design set the tone for a stylish stay.
Enter the historic Portineria, featuring a beautifully tiled corridor with a potted plant and elegant paneling.
Enjoy a romantic dinner for two on this balcony with a table set amidst a residential neighborhood view.
Two beds with matching bedding, a bedside table, desk, and potted plant adorn this inviting space.

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna

About 1 km away from '2 Towers' and 'Piazza Maggiore', passing by the most famous pedestrian street of the historic center of bologna. About 200 meters away from Train Station.

Fully furnished and equipped for cultural and fun holiday.
Price all inclusive:

-bed linen and bath
-bills and WiFi
-80 Sq / mt apartment
-Bright and relaxing living room with balcony
-Fully equipped kitchen
-2 bedrooms (one with its own balcony & one with its own bathroom)
-2 bathrooms with showers

The gateway is the perfect location to experience the city.

Maps, informations, useful tips and suggestions about the city of Bologna and surroundings are already at THE GATEWAY. Though, I will always be available for info, tips and help.

Next to the apartment is "Independence Street" under the famous arcades of Bologna, where you can shop, sightsee local market during weekends, taste local cuisine; The apartment has two 'gateways': "the towers", "2 towers" 'Basilica of S. Petronio' (the fifth largest church in the world and the last big Gothic church built in Italy) on the other one.

THE GATEWAY is very convenient to visit the city.

as the famous "Mercato di Mezzo", a market town of medieval origins.

Supermarkets, restaurants and pizzerias, local markets and attractions are really close to home.

Getting around from / to:

TRAIN STATION
-less Than 200 meters (less than 5 min walking) or to bus solutions just around the corner (for heavy luggages only)

AIRPORT
-5 Km or 30 minutes with Airbus (ticket: € 6), stop to train station + less than 5 min walk.
-taxi: about € 20

CAR
- Outdoor parking at € 6 per day (free on holidays) and private covered parking at just 20 meters (i. E., Abycar and garage star)

Suitability: children welcome, non smoking only, pets allowed, wheelchair accessible

Property manager

Antonio Bianco

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number IT037006C2P5OFA2G5
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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

What's nearby

  • PalaDozza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Piazza Maggiore - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Bologna - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • BolognaFiere - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bologna Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 12 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Cinese Città D'oro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Veliero Ristorante Pizzeria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ein Prosit - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar River - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Verace - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna located?

This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bologna Museum of Modern Art and Piazza Maggiore. Via Indipendenza and Gallery of Modern Art of Bologna are also within 5 minutes. Bologna Central Station is 5 minutes by foot and Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 6 minutes.

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THE GATEWAY- Apartment in the Historical City Center of Bologna Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Great Apartment in Bologna

Excellent location, roomy & comfortable. Easily slept three. Very secure.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel S.

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

Relaxing home away from home.

Very spacious for the three if us, easy walk from the train station and to the historic center. Friendly check-in process, nice kitchen, and small but usable laundry facilities. Perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain C.

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

Light, bright and spotlessly clean

This is an amazing apartment and is only a 5min walk to the train station. It was spotlessly clean and the hosts met us and showed us around. Good sized rooms, a great kitchen, big TV, two good bathrooms and comfy beds. It's a 20-min walk into the centre of the city but it's easily accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Murray D.

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

Clean comfortable apartment

Very convenient location close to train station, but the surrounding area is a little sketchy. The is safe and very well appointed. Family very friendly. Restaurants close, more options about 10 to 15 minute walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Family of four

Wonderful location in a fantastic apartment. We loved the accessibility to Bologna sites as well as ease in getting to train station. We plan to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

A Truly Great Apartment

Well-lit and spacious, loved the kitchen area and appreciated the washer/dryer. Great location, beautiful and walkable area./ and really nice owner!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Wonderful stay- great location

Great location minutes from train station. Great base camp for trips to Florence Venice etc. Apartment is roomy with 2 full baths. Antonio and his parents are great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene G.

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

Bologna

Outstanding apartment that has everything you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Great Location, Spacious

Apartment was located in a perfect spot for easy access to train station, since we used it a lot to get to some small towns around Bologna, as well as, travel to Florence and Venice.The area seemed pretty safe, so was never concerned.The apartment was really nice. We had plenty of room for our 2 boys plus ourselves. Having 2 bathrooms was great. I would recommend this place to anyone. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana A., Otterbein

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

Great Location

The apartment was perfect for our week stay. The owners were very nice. The location was perfect and a great pizza place just steps from the apartment. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

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

A comfortable, spacious flat

We have spent a very nice Time in Antonio 's flat which IS spacious, very well equipped ( kitchen, the two bathrooms and the bedrooms, excellent central-heating We appreciated the warmfull welcome of Antonio's parents. The flat is well located and you Can Take the bus or wa or walk to thé main
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Perfect Place for Traveling

We chose this location and place based on the 5 start reviews and they were right. The apartment is beautiful and clean. Antonio's parents greet you at the arrival and explain how the place works. Antonio is responsive to text messages. The location is 5 minutes from the train station and convenient to do days trips. You can find everything nearby including restaurants, grocery store, historical buildings. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine P.

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

Felt like home

We received a warm welcome on arrival and loved the apartment. Great to come back to a large relaxing apartment after a day of walking around Bologna. Very close to the main train station and an easy walk into the centre of Bologna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

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

The Gateway

Anthony’s’ lovely parents greeted us upon our arrival. The apartment was just as listed, close to the train station where we traveled to Parma and Modern on separate trips. Restaurants, cafes, walks under the porticos, the flavors of local street foods and evening music in the nearby square were delightful. This apartment had all the amenities to make our stay great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Perfect place to stay in Bologna

Met by lovely owners of apartment, immaculately clean and well equipped with everything you could need. Ten minute walk to centre and 5 minutes to the station. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorien s.

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

Apt

Apt was clean, mgr was always available. Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen K., Roosevelt Minnesota

Great home, great location.

Clean, charming apartment in a very secure building. 5 minutes to trains. Bologna was beautiful. Very kind hosts, greeted us with wine, cake and coffee thank you for the wonderful treats and wonderful visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sara Q.

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

Excellent vacation rental

We stayed two weeks in this apartment. It is convenient both to the historic district of Bologna and the train station. We took five day trips and were easily able to catch early morning trains with just a brief walk. The apartment is modern and everything—washer, dryer, dish washer—works! Antonio is a great host and answers any communication very quickly. We highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Best Apartment of our trip!

This apartment is wonderful! The owners met us and gave us a personal tour of the apartment, appliances and access. Everything is new and in excellent condition. The kitchen is beautiful and complete for cooking.The neighborhood is very near the train station for day trips, etc. Loved Ristorante Il Veliaro! Definitely stay here❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin A., Wollongong

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

Beautiful Bologna

We were very happy with our stay in this apartment. Antonio was very prompt with his communications. The apartment was very clean and well situated near nice restaurants and the station was nearby. We did day trips to Ravenna and Florence very easily. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Highly recommend

Stayed here for 2 month holiday.Apartment was very large and clean with plenty of space and everything you need. The location is perfect for catching the train and lots of really good restaurants nearby. Grocery store right around the corner. Antonio the host was very accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin C., Copenhagen N

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

Fantastic flat

This is a great flat with a lot of amenities. Antonio and his parents are great hosts. The flat is near supermarkets and also quite close to the city center and the central station. The 2 bedrooms has it's own bathroom, wich is great. The little balcony is a lovely place to eat breakfast at. This place is highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

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

Loved this place

We wished we'd stayed longer. Antonio was in touch regularly to ensure we were happy with everything. We were greeted by Antonio's brother and sister in-law who were very helpful with the apartment information. The Apartment very handy to main railway station which was important to us. I would definitely book this apartment again when in Bologna.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne F.

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

Great stay at Gateway Apartment

Antonio and his wife met us at their well-equipped apartment, showed us where everything was and how it all worked. They are very accommodating hosts who left coffee, tea, snacks and breakfast food for our five day stay in Bologna. The location near the train station meant no car was needed and we toured the surrounding area as well as a day trip to Venice by train. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great appartment in the heart of Bologna

This property was very clean and well organized. There is plenty of space. The kitchen has all of the amenities and the two bathrooms are likewise nicely finished with excellent fixtures. The apartment is easy to access and it has several good restaurants within easy walking distance. The host was friendly and responsive to all of our questions and requests. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022