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Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated

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The living area: a detail
Bedroom 1, with old wooden ceiling
The corridor, with an old wooden ceiling
Bedroom 2: 2 single beds that can be put together to make a large double bed
The living-room-a detail.
Wooden beams.
The living-area-a detail-with kitchen and corridor. Wooden beams .
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 694 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
  • Popular LocationPiazza Maggiore9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwo Towers13 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Bologna20 min walk
  • AirportBologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated

Located in the heart of the historic center, 5 mins’ walk from Piazza Maggiore, in one of the most picturesque streets,a totally renovated beautiful, spacious and very comfortable apartment with a wooden 17th century painted ceiling and wooden beams, with all modern amenities in an atmospheric historic setting.

Comfortably accommodating 5 (if necessary 6) people, it has 2 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom (where you can if necessary accommodate 2 single beds) and 2 large bathrooms with showers, with a modern kitchen and sitting/dining area
Fully equipped and very comfortable, also for long stays.

Furnishings include high-quality modern furniture, fittings and new beds (beds are singles to be put together to form doubles) with top-quality orthopedic mattresses, offering all the elements for a comfortable stay - chosen for style as well as functionality.
All kitchen devices are state-of-the-art: refrigerator/freezer, cooking range/oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, electric kettle and coffee-makers, utensils, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, iron and ironing board and hair dryer. Television, DVD player and internet Wi-Fi are included. Bed linen and bath/kitchen towels are provided.

The apartment is in a great location – quiet and residential, steps from Via d’Azeglio which leads directly into the central Piazza Maggiore.
Everything you need is within walking distance or max a short bus ride.

Two well-equipped supermarkets are nearby (3 mins’walk) and“Il Quadrilatero /Mercato di Mezzo”, very picturesque food market is 5 mins’walk.
All the main attractions, as well as shops, cafés, restaurants are close by on foot.
Bologna's most elegant shopping district is very close by - and also the best gelato in town!
Plentiful historical monuments and churches are nearby, including the beautiful square and church of San Domenico, containing works of Pisano, Michelangelo and Lippi. This is a perfect spot for walking out the door to enjoy the best that Bologna has to offer.

“Giardini Margherita” (Bologna’s most famous park is close by (10 mins’walk), “S.Michele in Bosco” (nice park with a great view of the historic center from the square adjacent to the Church) is 10 mins’walk. The large beautiful “Villa Ghigi” in its park in the foothills of the Appennines is about 15 mins’walk, 5 mins by bus.
The station is about 5-10 mins. by bus.

In the apartment handsome details of the historic construction remain; exposed heavy timber framing and newly restored ornamental wood ceiling add generous ceiling height that lends a sense of spaciousness as well as history.
Situated on the first floor of a characteristic residential building that is connected to Bologna’s iconic portico system, the apartment is reached via a generous stairway one flight up from street level. It occupies the entire south-facing street frontage on this floor and receives generous sunlight throughout the day. Equipped with double-glazed windows, shutters, and new air-conditioning and heating systems, the environment is livable and controllable year-round.

Bologna is among the most centrally located cities in Italy, served with excellent bus and train transport providing easy access to the surrounding region, including the famous Emilia Romagna culinary centers, the Appennine Mountains and nearby cities such as Florence and Venice.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bologna

Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Path of the Gods and Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pliocene Contrafforte Natural Reserve and Lago di Castel dell'Alpi. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Land Rover Arena or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

What's nearby

  • Piazza Maggiore - 9 min walk
  • Basilica of San Petronio - 10 min walk
  • Two Towers - 13 min walk
  • University of Bologna - 20 min walk
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Pianoro Rastignano Station - 8 min drive
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 11 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zazie - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Da Cesari - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafè de la Paix - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè San Domenico - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Enoteca Solferino - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated located?

Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Basilica of San Domenico and Piazza Maggiore. University of Bologna and Land Rover Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 26 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eliana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Enjoyed a 17 night stay at this excellently appointed property and couldn't be happier. The location was perfect, easy to get to everything, great local eateries in the same street in a quiet neighbourhood. The apartment was spacious, well furnished and extremely clean. Our hosts Paola and Kenneth were very accommodating and easily contactable. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
We are a mature couple with two friends who joined us for our 45 night stay in Bologna. The friends moved out over easter so we could have a brief visit from family with two grandsons. The apartment worked really well, with the two boys in the small third bedroom. Having two bathrooms was excellent. The location was perfect for us, an easy walk to Piazza Maggiore and just about anywhere in the historic centre or the gardens outside. The walk to the station is easy, but we tended to catch the bus to the station for our train excursions , which were wonderful. Paola and Ken are perfect hosts and responded quickly to any issue we may have had. We had a lot of dinners in house as two of our group love shopping at the fresh food markets and cooking up something special. The kitchen worked well. Highly recommend this comfortable, nicely appointed apartment. Annette & others
Stayed 45 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

silvano i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent +++!
Santo Stefano is one of the best places we have stayed in all of our travels. Nothing negative to say about this property. It is immaculately clean, it has absolutely everything you need, the beds are very comfortable, the apartment is spacious, bright and breezy with all the comforts of home. It was very warm during our time in Bologna so it was a delight to have air conditioning in every room. The location of the apartment is perfect, only a short walk to to the central piazza. Paola is very friendly, speaks perfect English and was there to greet us on arrival. Paola kindly gave us a delicious bottle of chilled Prosecco on arrival and helped us with directions and suggestions of places to visit! We highly recommend this property and will definitely return some day. :)

10/10 Excellent

carolyn chown

Light and airy; set in the Citta Vechia;
We had an excellent week in this beautiful apartment. It was comfortable, clean and with easy access to Bologna sights and restaurants. Paula was so helpful with suggestions and information. Tastefully furnished and comfortable, we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment in Bologna
Here with family. Great location. Clean. Nice kitchen - cooked Christmas dinner. Lots of hot water in shower. Very responsive hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Randee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice for near city center and comfort
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely apartment. Full kitchen and all very clear.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie R., Montreal, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to discover Bologna
Paola and her husband were responsive and friendly hosts. The apartment is warm and tastefully decorated. The air conditioning works well, which is important in this new era of climate changes! Best location to discover Bologna - it is easy to walk to all the historic sites and about 20 minutes to the train station by bus. I would chose it again and definitely recommend it to my friends.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay!
Was an amazing apartment to rent and right in the center of everything. Only one flight of stairs to walk up. Great little restaurants and cafes right around the corner and a short walk to the city center and train station!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bologna Summer 2023
The hosts of this property could not have been more accommodating. They made themselves available to me the entire time I stayed They were there to welcome me and made the check out process very easy. If I had questions about the apartment, the city, places to run and walk, restaurants, etc. they had answers and responded right away. The property itself is in a wonderful neighborhood. It is well kept and well appointed. The only recommendation I have is a minor one. I would suggest upgrading the living room furniture so that it is a bit more comfortable. I only think this is an issue if you have an extended stay as I did (two months). The current furniture is fine, just something to consider for the future. All of historic Bologna is at your feet when you walk out the door. I felt safe and secure both in the apartment and in the neighborhood. I highly recommend this property and Paola and Kenneth.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous apartment and location
Loved the apartment and location. Our thanks to Paola and Kenneth for a very warm welcome. Will definitely recommend to friends and family
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekte Unterkunft
Zentral, bequem, sauber, gut ausgestattet... das beste, das man finden möchtet
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful apartment in central Bologna
Everything in the apartment is as advertised, and Paola is very friendly, welcoming, and professional. Communication before, during, and after our stay was easy and fast, and useful. The place was spotless, well-located, and well-appointed. We did not lack anything and spent a comfortable week exploring in and around Bologna. The location is central, and you can easily walk to restaurants, shops, bars, and tourist sights. Look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria angeles g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hemos estado muy a gusto.
Los dueños del alojamiento han sido muy acojedores y amables. Nos han facilitado la estancia en Bologna con sus indicaciones. El apartamento ha cumplido con nuestras expectativas tanto por su ubicación como por sus caracteristicas.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy S., Cypress

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home in Bologna
We stayed here in November 2022 and it was just a fantastic location. The host met us at the property and helped with our luggage even though the property is on first floor. The home was perfectly suited for our needs. The host explained all of the features of the home and told us where the most excellent restaurants were just minutes from the home. A full kitchen, complete with coffee maker and washer were a real plus as we were traveling for several days. The cathdral/plaza were just minutes away with a nice walk to many sites. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting Bologna....I would stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles C., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal in every way
This apartment in Bologna has everything that makes me return to VRBO and its very best offerings. Every step of the way was easy and pleasant in communicating with Paola; the apartment is spotless, thoughtfully arranged for a group, has everything one would need for a comfortable stay. Bonus points for plenty of hot water and great water pressure in both showers, firm mattresses with ample extra bedding and pillows, an ample selection on everyday necessities. I would not hesitate to book this again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Menna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful visit to Bologna
We spent a most enjoyable few days at Paola and Ken’s apartment in Bologna. Before the trip, Paola communicated clearly with us and they were both there to meet us on arrival and gave a thorough ‘tour’ of the facilities. The apartment is spacious, very clean and all equipment worked well. The location is ideal, being a 10-15 minute stroll to the city centre with a couple of small supermarkets within 5 minutes of the apartment. Plenty of restaurants within a short walk too. Paola was very helpful in booking taxis for us. All in all it was a perfect stay with pleasant hosts who are straightforward to deal with. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay for Four Adults
My boyfriend and I stayed here for two weeks with my parents and the property exceeded all expectations. It was clean, had air conditioning, and was a short walk from the heart of Bologna. Paola was a gracious host and extremely responsive, even going so far as to help us book taxis to the train station. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loretta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Paola's apartment was magnificent! First, she is a very thoughtful and helpful host. Upon arrival gave us an great overview of the area with many suggestions for exploration. During our stay, the weather changed from very hot to cold. She was kind to think of our comfort and sent her husband Kenneth over to covert the system to heat. She also called a taxi for us as we needed transportation to the train station for our departure. They are outstanding host! The apartment is clean, comfortable, and spacious. It is located a short walk from the bustling Piazza and central area. This is nice because it is a quiet location yet a 10 minute maximum walk away. There are several nice restaurants and coffee bars within a short walk from the apartment. We are so glad that we booked this beautiful place as it made our two week stay in Bologna extra special. Thank you Paola and Kenneth!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

richard k., Moorestown,NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and helpful owner. Apt spotless and bright. Easily access to all activities
At the top of our expectations. Right at the best of our VRBO rentals.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment
My husband, my daughter, and I had a wonderful stay in Paola’s apartment. It is well-equipped, very clean, and in a very good quiet location less than 10 minutes walk from the historic center. We also loved that there are good neighborhood restaurants and a supermarket just a few minutes’ walk away. The owner gave us a very useful tour of the neighborhood when we first arrived, and was very helpful in booking us taxis to the airport on our departure. We recommend this apartment without reservation, and would be very happy to stay there again if we return to Bologna.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Clean Enjoyable Stay
This location is within the city center in a nice neighborhood. It's an easy walk to restaurants and attractions. The street is mostly quiet. The place is kept very clean and is well equipped. It has lots of electrical outlets, lights, a clothes washer, and ample air conditioning. I'd stay here again and would recommend it to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

edward keith p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bologna break
Property was very clean and close to city centre. The owner was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout, giving good information on the city sights and nearest food shops etc.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bologna
The house was as we expected from pictures and descriptions. Paola was very helpfulShe made arrival and departure easy. The location was central and we were able to walk everywhere.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment! Nicely appointed.
Oftentimes pictures of apartments look great, but when you arrive you're disappointed. This was NOT our experience and we were pleasantly surprised by how nice Paula's apartment truly was. Spacious, clean, thoughtfully appointed and in a great location. The bathrooms were large, ample closet/dresser space, bedside tables with lamps and good lighting throughout. Appreciated the full length mirrors in bedrooms. Made use of the washing machine which worked well. Paola could not have been a better host. She communicated well, was very pleasant and accommodating. We would all be happy to return when next visiting Bologna!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jancis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Neighbourhood
After a two year delay because of the pandemic, we weren’t disappointed. The apartment was easy to find and was very well presented. The hosts were helpful and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Your host

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We are a married couple -a teacher of English and a physicist-with two daughters.
We have another property in the center, VRBO "Il Portico", Great Comfort and Syle in the Heart of the Historic Center". We like meeting new people and keeping in touch!

Why they chose this property

A wonderful apartment in a great location:
a 5 minute walk from Piazza Maggiore – the central square – the apartment overlooks a picturesque quiet residential street with nearby cafes, restaurants and shops. From here, everything within the walls of the historic center of Bologna – and the railway station – is within walking distance, or a short bus ride.
Two well-equipped supermarkets nearby (3 mins’walk), “Il Quadrilatero /Mercato di Mezzo”, very picturesque food market, 5 mins’walk.
All the main attractions, as well as shops, cafés, restaurants are close by on foot.
“Giardini Margherita” (Bologna’s most famous park is close by (10 mins’walk), “S.Michele in Bosco” (nice park with a great view of the historic center from the square adjacent to the Church) is 10 mins’walk. The large beautiful “Villa Ghigi” in its park in the foothills of the Appennines is about 15 mins’walk, 5 mins by bus.

What makes this property unique

The apartment has recently been totally restored. Handsome details of the historic construction remain; exposed heavy timber framing and newly restored ornamental wood ceiling (17th century) add generous ceiling height that lends a sense of spaciousness as well as history.
It occupies the entire south-facing street frontage on the first floor and receives generous sunlight throughout the day. Equipped with double-glazed windows, shutters, and new air-conditioning and heating systems, the environment is livable and controllable year-round.

It comfortably accommodates up to 5 (6) people, with 2 double bedrooms, 1 smaller bedroom/study and 2 large bathrooms with showers, complemented by a modern kitchen and sitting/dining area.
Furnishings include high-quality furniture, and fittings (including new beds with top-quality orthopedic mattresses, offering all the elements for a comfortable stay - chosen for style as well as functionality.

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