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Hotel Centrale

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Culinary Institute of Bologna For Foodies- Cooking Classes In Bologna

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Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Vicolo Cattani 7, Bologna, BO, 40126
  • Place, Two Towers
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bologna
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Single Room, 1 Bedroom (Large Single Bed)

Superior Single Room, 1 Bedroom (Large Single Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Annex Building (4 pax)

Studio, Annex Building (4 pax)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Annex Building (2 pax )

Studio, Annex Building (2 pax )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Studio, Annex Building (3 pax)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Bologna

Heart of Bologna.You'll be steps from Culinary Institute of Bologna For Foodies- Cooking Classes In Bologna and within a 10-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore with a stay at this Historic Center hotel. Fountain of Neptune and Two Towers are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Indipendenza - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Two Towers - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Maggiore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Bologna - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of San Petronio - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Trebbo Corticella-lame Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 12 min walk
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Impero Bar Pasticceria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Diana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Altero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Igea - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Enoteca Italiana - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Centrale

3-star hotel near Culinary Institute of Bologna For Foodies- Cooking Classes In Bologna
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Centrale.

This 3-star Bologna hotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Centrale offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Bologna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 35 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 037006-AL-00037

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Centrale to the airport?

Hotel Centrale is 6.6 mi (26-min drive) away from the Bologna Airport (BLQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Centrale?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Centrale on Jul 3, 2026 start from CA $174, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Centrale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Centrale.

Does Hotel Centrale offer free breakfast?

Hotel Centrale does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Centrale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Centrale?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Centrale?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Centrale have a pool?

Hotel Centrale does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Centrale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Centrale to downtown Bologna?

Hotel Centrale is 0.3 mi away from Bologna.

Hotel Centrale Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 685 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spaceous room, excellent breakfast and wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Good breakfast options. Centrally located for my needs, close to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location. It's very convenient and walkable. Staff was helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was friendly and helpful. The location wasn't too far from the action and was tucked away not far from shopping and food. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was great. Lots to do and eat around the hotel. Breakfast was good to plenty of variety
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good, Supermarket at the end of the street. Staff were mostly friendly, Room was dated but clean enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff good coffe available all the time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Fully equipped room. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was adequate for an overnight stay. Clean, front desk staff was friendly. Located close to popular sites.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Silvija

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok. Need to be cleaned tray with tea sacks. More attention to shower cabin. Staff nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very pleasant staff. They were helpful in so many eays. Excellent breakfast and coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location for sightseeing. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Monica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hotel in the city center. Latge room for 4 people, but somewhat in need of some work. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

georgeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, good value, thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyle

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

Great location

Best thing about this place is the location. You are just off a foodie street. I’d go back just for that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Recommended

Nice place to stay with family
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very pleasant stay, friendly and helpful staff well positioned for city centre and station (trains and airport) Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice , quiet hotel, very good ,close to train station and center Bologna
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Perfectly located, and quaint
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place in a central location. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, authentic Italian apartment, close to Piazza Maggiori but in a safe, quiet location. Fab traditional restaurant 2 minutes around the corner Trattoria dal Biassanot – Via Piella, 16/a – Bologna
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for seeing the sights of Bologna. Great facilities, staff and breakfast; all for a very reasonable price! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Good centrally located hotel

Very centrally located hotel. Clean and had a good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023