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Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro

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A terrace with tables set for breakfast, featuring a view of historic buildings and a tower. - Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro (Bologna)
A building with a sign reading "Hotel San Donato." - Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro (Bologna)
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A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, and a seating area with a table and chairs. - Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro (Bologna)
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Close to Piazza Maggiore, Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Room service

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A hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large mirror.

Economy Single Room (ONE SINGLE SMALL BED FOR 1 PEOPLE)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two paintings on the wall, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

Economy Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a power outlet, and a small desk with a remote control.

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a striped wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Basic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, and a lamp.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Center, a neighborhood in Bologna, Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro is near the airport and near a train station. Via Zamboni and Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Path of the Gods and Margherita Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Unipol Arena or PalaDozza. Visit our Bologna travel guide
Map
Via Zamboni 16, Bologna, BO, 40126

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a clear sky.
    Two Towers
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A nighttime street scene with classical architecture, including a prominent columned structure and illuminated buildings.
    Via Indipendenza
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic square with a prominent clock tower and a large building with arched windows.
    Piazza Maggiore
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic church with intricate facade and a tall bell tower.
    Basilica of San Petronio
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Bologna
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cà dell'Orbo Station
    11 min drive
  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station)
    18 min walk
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Prosciutteria Firenze
    3 min walk
  • Bottega Portici - 2 Torri
    2 min walk
  • Mo! Mortadella Lab
    2 min walk
  • Pizza Gingio
    2 min walk
  • Pappare'
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (EUR 40 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 19 for adults and EUR 19 for children

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 19 for adults and EUR 19 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 40 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 50.0 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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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 information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 October to 01 May
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 40 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro located?

Located in Historic Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Via Zamboni and Piazza Maggiore. BolognaFiere is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 18 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 19 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 784 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, convenient to walk to restaurants and tourist attractions. Spacious, clean room with tower views, spacious bathroom even though the shower stall is very small, good breakfast buffet, AC did work well, but noisy. Nice patio to enjoy the views. Overall a good stay in a very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and service were okay. Location within walking distance suited us really well. Breakfast at the roof top terrace was great with really nice views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice and clean and a comfy bed. Excellent air conditioning (thankfully, as it was 43 degrees outside!) and a beautiful roof terrace. Staff were really friendly. Great location right in the city centre but still quiet. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Stay! Room cleaned to high standards. Safe and convenient All staff friendly and efficient Central location Restaurants and bars close by Breakfast excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very well situated in Bologna. It is less than a 30 in cab ride to the airport . It is in a very walkable area with many sights to be seen. The hotel provides a breakfast ( for a fee) and it was very good. There are several restaurants and cafes with in a few minutes of the hotel.( One is directly across from the hotel entrance). The staff was very helpful in arranging a cab for us to go to the airport. There is a lovely outdoor terrace on the second floor, which is a nice place to watch the sunset. They do not have a bar, which is a shame, because the outdoor terrace is so nice.We were very pleased with this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stylish hotel, great location, superb breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was located in a good stop to walk to most attractions. Bathroom was a little small need a shelf somewhere to put your items. About $25 euros for a taxi from the airport. Several good spots to eat near by. Not fancy but will do if you are out exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and helpful staff. Beautiful terrace and great views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is exceptional, good service and excelent price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Nice staff, comfortable work areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great/ would stay again

Very nice stay. Great staff and clean room. Loved the large balcony for a single room/ made it feel bigger. Perfect location for enjoying Bologna.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly and helpful staff.

Very nice and friendly staff at the hotel. Prime location in Bologna.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, very clean hotel. Furnishings are outdated, along with things like well placed outlets for convenient device charging. Overall a good value and a clean safe hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great roof top view of the city. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel San Donato is an excellent choice for exploring Bologna - well located at a good price. Special mention for the reception staff who were excellent. Rooms are a bit dated but do the job for short exploring stays
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel it’s in the best location possible to explore Bologna. It’s extremely clean and the staff is very friendly. The facilities are old fashion but the hotel it’s in great shape and really clean. We’d stay there again without hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located. Some hubbub from young drinkers outside but OK. Old-fashioned decor but perfectly good provision. Breakfast not great - I ate it only once. Staff nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is at a great location. The rooms are clean but you can hear a lot of noises from upstairs and outside. The breakfast was ok but not many choices. Parking onsite was great after you found it 😂
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position in the city. Bars, cafes etc all very close. Clean rooms, efficient and helpful staff. Not the best value for money at over £200 a night, the room was small and the shower cramped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The only good thing about this hotel is its location. The room was a shoebox; you could not take more than two steps in it. The bathroom was ok with cheap (and very few) amenities. The paper in the tissue box was like sand paper... I guess the price is only for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

My stay was fine, the staff were friendly and welcoming. There was a nice balcony area, with tables and chairs, overlooking the city. My room was a single and adequate but unfortunately, the shower was slippery underfoot and with no handrails. Dangerous especially for elderly guests like me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the parking the hotel offers, and the friendly staff. The room was old and dark. The view out of the window was a big wall. Disappointing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026