Bologna is an ideal city for travelers who prefer to travel by train. Bologna Train Station is considered one of the largest transport hubs in Italy. Judge for yourself: in just 40 minutes you can get to Parma, an hour and a half to Rimini, Venice or Florence, 2 hours to Milan, Turin and Rome.
So Bologna in all senses can be an ideal starting point for those who want to see everything in Italy at once, without carrying heavy suitcases and backpacks. By the way, if you are looking for tickets for fast trains between major cities in Italy, we recommend that you look here.
Today, Blogoitaliano will tell you about the most popular hotels in Bologna, located next to the train station, where you will have an excellent rest, after an intense travel experience. All hotels in the presented selection of 4 star category.
Starhotels Excelsior. Guest rating 8.7 / 10
The modern 4-star Hotel Starhotels Excelsior is directly opposite Bologna Train Station. The city center can be reached in leisurely steps in 15 minutes. There is a bus stop near the exit with easy access to the city airport.
Starhotels Excelsior is located directly opposite Bologna Train Station.
All rooms, and there are 193 in the hotel, are distinguished by modern design and the availability of everything necessary. The hotel is perfect for both independent travelers and couples, as well as families with children.
Delicious sweets, books, games and colored pencils with paper await the little guests upon arrival in the room. Adults will appreciate comfortable beds, excellent soundproofing of rooms, the presence of air conditioning, TV and tea accessories in the room.
Other facilities include a free gym and hearty American breakfasts at Avorio Restaurant. Wi-fi is available on site free of charge, parking spaces are available at an additional cost.
Find out more, see hotel photos and book your stay here.
UNA Hotel Bologna. Guest rating 8.7 / 10
On the second line of our independent rating of the best hotels in Bologna, next to the train station is another network 4-star hotel UNA Hotel Bologna.
The rooms at UNA Hotel Bologna are painted in vibrant, vibrant colors.
Unlike the neighboring Starhotels Excelsior, where all rooms are decorated in pastel colors, UNA Hotel has bright, modern rooms in rich colors. The hotel is ideal for young people, as well as those who value modern style.
The train station is located directly opposite the hotel. To the center go 15-20 minutes along a street full of shops and pleasant Italian restaurants.
However, lovers will not have to go far to eat. The hotel has its own restaurant, Emilia Romagna, which serves a buffet breakfast every morning. You can have a cocktail at any time in the stylish and trendy bar, and in the warmer months go to relax on the terrace.
All details about the services and photos of the hotel see here.
Mercure Bologna Centro. Guest rating 8/10
Hotel Mercure Bologna Centro you definitely do not have to look. It is worth going out the door of the train station and you will find yourself directly opposite it. It offers 244 comfortable rooms for 1-2 people. It is possible to book connecting rooms and stay with the family with children.
The advantage of the hotel is the presence of its own small garden where you can comfortably relax on a warm summer evening.
A distinctive feature of the Mercure Hotel is the presence of a small, picturesque garden.
The rooms, as in any Quartet, have a private bathroom, a TV with satellite channels, including Russian, air conditioning, a minibar and tea accessories. There is a safe for storing the laptop. Wi-fi is free throughout.
Breakfast is not included in the room rate and is paid extra if necessary. For an extra fee, you can park your car in the basement of the private parking lot.
The price of the rooms at the Mercure Bologna Centro Hotel will be pleased. So if you are looking for a budget hotel with everything you need near the train station in Bologna, Mercure Bologna Centro is what you need.
Read guest reviews, find out detailed information about rooms and see photos of the hotel here.
NH Bologna De La Gare. Guest rating 8.3 / 10
On the fourth line of our independent rating of popular Bologna hotels near the train station is the NH Bologna De La Gare hotel.
Unlike the previous three options, it is located a bit further from the station in the area of a shopping street.
NH Bologna De La Gare Hotel
To the station 300 m or 5 minutes leisurely pace. To the central square of Bologna, walk no more than 10 minutes. The windows offer beautiful views of the city park of Montagnola. Not far from the hotel are the baths of San Petronio, where you can restore strength after long walks.
NH Hotel guests appreciate the convenient location, comfortable beds and hearty and varied breakfasts. Cozy rooms are designed for 1-3 guests. There are family rooms as well as junior suites with a terrace where you can spend a pleasant summer evening.
According to guest reviews, superior rooms are much more comfortable than standard ones. This is just the example when it’s better to pay a little more, but get the service an order of magnitude higher.
You can get detailed information about the services in the rooms and see the hotel photo here.
Royal Hotel Carlton. Guest rating 8.7 / 10
The fifth line of the rating of Bologna hotels in Italy near the train station is Royal Hotel Carlton. This beautiful hotel with elegant classic rooms is located 300 meters from the train station and a 10-15 minute walk from the center of Bologna, in a quiet area with a picturesque fountain and garden.
The hotel has its own fitness center and spa, where you can visit the sauna, Turkish bath and other wellness treatments. The windows offer a magnificent view of the fountain.
Rooms at Royal Hotel Carlton have garden and fountain views.
Guests appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, delicious and varied breakfasts with traditional Italian pastries, cheeses, ham and fresh fruits. For travelers, the hotel has paid parking.
A pleasant bonus is the fact that the hotel staff speaks Russian.
Want to see photos, read reviews or book a room at the Royal Hotel Carlton, check here.
I Portici Hotel Bologna. Guest rating 8.9 / 10
In our ranking of the best Bologna hotels near the train station, I Portici Hotel Bologna is also worth mentioning. From the station it is a little further than the previous options, about a 5-7 minute walk, but, according to independent guests, it is gaining a maximum score of 8.9 points.
It offers 89 rooms in a classic and modern style, equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. The rooms can accommodate up to 5 people, which is especially convenient for families with children. Some rooms have a private terrace with city views.
The frescoed ceiling paintings and the picturesque park right next to the walls of the palazzo in which the hotel is located will also impress.
Breakfast is served every morning for guests at an additional cost. There is a bar, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a conference room. Wi-fi in the entire hotel is free of charge, and parking spaces are available at an additional cost.
Detailed hotel information, photo rooms and independent guest reviews are here.
Note to motorists: the hotel is located in a restricted traffic area. Ask the front desk staff to file a request with the police to remove the penalty for entering the historic center from your car. This simple procedure will save 90 euros.
