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Our top choices for Historic Center hotels

1. Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,062 reviews)
"Hotel was a great location. Room very comfortable . Desk staff very helpful. Highly recommended."
United States
michelle
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Royal Hotel Carlton

2. Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location."
Canada
Miranda
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Hotel Metropolitan

3. Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful with great recommendations. Location amazing"
United States
John
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Starhotels Excelsior

4. Art Hotel Commercianti

Art Hotel Commercianti
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (817 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff. Big room and very clean."
United States
Vivian
The price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Art Hotel Commercianti

5. Hotel Roma

Hotel Roma
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (490 reviews)
"Great location and very good experience overall—- highly recommend!"
United States
Michele
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Roma

6. I Portici Hotel

I Portici Hotel
4.5 star property
Historic Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, great hotel."
United States
Waliber
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
I Portici Hotel

7. NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (913 reviews)
"Excellent location, great rooms and extremely helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
NH Bologna de la Gare

8. UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great customer service! Great location!"
United States
Ma Regina
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

9. Steam House - Room & Breakfast

Steam House - Room & Breakfast
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (190 reviews)
"Great design, lots of room. Breakfast corner well stocked and suited us well. Staff very accommodating, good distance from the centre."
United Kingdom
Hana
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Steam House - Room & Breakfast

10. Almarossa

Almarossa
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (545 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable suite/apartment"
United Kingdom
JAMES
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Almarossa

11. Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient location, decent size room and nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Amelia
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Internazionale

12. Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro

Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (757 reviews)
"The staff was very attentive and helpful."
United States
Joan
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro

13. Zanhotel Tre Vecchi

Zanhotel Tre Vecchi
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (952 reviews)
"Great location and hotel."
Canada
Seyednaser
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Zanhotel Tre Vecchi

14. Art Hotel Orologio

Art Hotel Orologio
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (717 reviews)
"Great location, classy, hotel great location, comfortable beds, clean and beautiful rooms, Charming place to stay. Great staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Art Hotel Orologio

15. 051 Room & Breakfast

051 Room & Breakfast
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Central location, liked the 24 hour brew facility in the breakfast room. Comfortable bed and fluffy towels."
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
051 Room & Breakfast

16. Albergo Atlantic

Albergo Atlantic
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and breakfast was excellent"
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Albergo Atlantic

17. 051 Boutiques

051 Boutiques
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Excellent location, staff, amenities, and room- convenient to old town attractions."
United States
Terry
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
051 Boutiques

18. 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 AU$610
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Hotel Corona d'Oro

19. BuonHotel Bologna Centro

BuonHotel Bologna Centro
3.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Great location wonderful helpful staff"
United States
Robert
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
BuonHotel Bologna Centro

20. Hotel San Giorgio

Hotel San Giorgio
3.0 star property
Historic Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (232 reviews)
"Very nice experience, booked at last minute. Excellent staff and nice breakfast. Basic room but exactly what was needed and clean. "
United States
Gwen
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Hotel San Giorgio
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Art Hotel Orologio
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
717 reviews
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Exterior
Royal Hotel Carlton
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,062 reviews
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Exterior
Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
665 reviews
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Lobby lounge
Starhotels Excelsior
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
Lunch and dinner served
Phi Hotel Bologna
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Historic Center

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

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.

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 Villa delle Rose or Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca.

Bologna Fiere District

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

Bolognina

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

San Donato-San Vitale

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

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Frequently asked questions

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 Finestrella di Via Piella and Via Indipendenza 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 1108 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 Galleria Cavour Shopping Center might be just the ticket while you're in Historic Center. Finestrella di Via Piella and Via Indipendenza are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Center include Palazzo Grassi, Prendiparte Tower and Teatro Auditorium Manzoni. While you're out sightseeing, Teatro Arena del Sole and Piazza VIII Agosto are a couple of additional sights to visit in Bologna.

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