Historic Center Travel Guide

Bologna

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a prominent tower in the distance, and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.
A historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by modern buildings and outdoor seating areas.
A historic square with a prominent church featuring arched windows and a bell tower.
A grand church interior with a large central statue, ornate gold decorations, and a detailed ceiling fresco.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, bicycles parked along the side, and a few pedestrians walking.

Stay near popular Historic Center attractions


Top hotels in Historic Center

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is ₹11,510 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
₹11,510
₹14,179 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,036 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Traditional decor was beautiful! Not a soulless minimalist box. Courteous and gracious staff. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ₹12,316 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
₹12,316
₹15,065 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel was located in a great location and extremely convenient to the train station and downtown area. They staff was very helpful and professional. They were able to answer all our questions and provided great recommendations of places to see and where to eat. Would definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is ₹12,388 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
₹12,388
₹15,144 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with reasonable prices. Close to a Bologna Centrale."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hotel Internazionale
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is ₹6,992 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
₹6,992
₹9,209 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff on arrival were wonderful, very helpful clear instructions, The room was as expected 3 single beds ,clean carpet and tidy bathroom. There was an air-conditioning unit in the room, As we arrived on one of the hottest days of the year, it was adequately cool in the room, although the corridors ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is ₹14,975 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
₹14,975
₹17,990 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, staff, air conditioning nice and modern loved the garden off our room."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hotel Metropolitan
NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare

4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2 Bologna BO
The price is ₹11,232 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹11,232
₹13,873 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (908 reviews)
"We stayed one night and it was a fabulous hotel. Loved how close it is to the train station!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

NH Bologna de la Gare
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

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.



Historic Center Travel Guide