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L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center

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Class, atmosphere, convenience, superior quality and comfort - This is L'ARENA.
We are located in the best part of Bologna's Historical Center, with all at hand
The livingroom. Furniture and furnishing are antique, craft (1800s, 1900s).
Paintings, etchings, attentively selected decor make of L'ARENA a top rental.
Roomy and very comfy, L'ARENA is air conditioned and features free wifi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bologna, Bologna
  • Piazza Maggiore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • University of Bologna
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • PalaDozza
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center

L'ARENA - A most prestigious rental in the heart of the Historical Center

One of the most beautiful rentals in Bologna, a very comfortable, roomy and highly prestigious one, L’Arena apartment is named after the famous Arena Del Sole theatre which sits right across the street. Away from central yet seedy, messy areas such as the train and bus station and the University department, lively and very colorful, animated, this is the best section of the vibrant Historical Center. The classiest stores, restaurants, cafes, the best shopping and the most amusing strolling are all here, under the old arches of Via Indipendenza, the very heart of the Italian capital of youth, nightlife and gourmet cuisine – Bologna.

Hence, the easiness of getting around without any need for a car. The airport shuttle bus is at a stone’s throw, about 10 different bus lines to all the interest points in town and beyond are available at the door, the railroad station is at walking distance and so is Piazza Maggiore, the center of gravity of this stunning Medieval and Renaissance urban beauty.

L’Arena is part of one of the most elegant buildings bordering Via Indipendenza. A third floor (elevator) with a view over the avenue, extremely clean and well kept, it comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests in 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 large living-diningroom, a kitchen with all the tools provided, a hallway and a small terrace. Bedding is as follows:

- Room #1: one queen-size bed and one single;
- Room #2: two singles that can be put together to form a queen-size plus one single sofabed;
- Room #3: two single sofabeds;
- Room #4: one single bed

Furnished with choice antique furniture and craft (1800’s and 1900’s), decorated with love and zest with all the major appliances provided and in perfect working order, air conditioned and with high-speed wifi internet connection, L’Arena stands out for its class, traditional Bolognese style and comfort. It would be hard for you to find a more central and comfortable accommodation, a better spot to fully enjoy the life and the fun of this amazing city.

Other pluses: a large parking lot (garage – guarded) only about 40 mts., plenty of all kind of restaurants, pubs and pizzerias in the immediate vicinity (the most renowned restaurant in town is right across the street), Friday and Saturday open-air market in the nearby piazza, (huge, lot of fun!), theatres and movie theatres, monuments, museums, etc. right there for you to enjoy.

Comfort, convenience, class, fun and great relax: these are the key words for L’Arena, a superb place, your nr. 1 home away from home.

Property manager

ServoWeb Managing Company

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Not suitable for children under 6 y. o. a.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Taking a pet with you? Please ask before booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on balcony only
For safety reasons no children under 6 y. o. a.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number IT037006C2YWLVXIRT

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lago di Castel dell'Alpi and Pliocene Contrafforte Natural Reserve, while Ducati Museum and Teatro Auditorium Manzoni are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at PalaDozza or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling in the area.
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Bologna, Bologna

What's nearby

  • Piazza Maggiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Two Towers - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Bologna - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • PalaDozza - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • BolognaFiere - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 11 min walk
  • Trebbo Corticella-lame Station - 11 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Altero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Igea SAS Cinti m. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Peccati di gola - da Claudio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Diana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Moro - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-out at L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center located?

Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Via Indipendenza and Piazza Maggiore. PalaDozza and Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 11 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kirsty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
The apartment is very close to the centre which is great. Down side is the street noise but ear plugs helped. The bedrooms are spacious and the apartment warm.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W., Perth , WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious Apartment
What a great apartment, the best location. So close to train station, shopping, restaurants. We had a fabulous stay here at Carla's place and would highly recommend to anyone visiting Bologna. Also loved this city , so easy to get to other places in Italy. Thanks for having us ...
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely outstanding
Easily one of the most amazing experiences we've had with accomodation anywhere around the world. Due to an issue at the airport we were late arriving but the owners were there to meet us and took us on a tour, explaining everything. They obviously take great pride in the service they offer and justifyably so! Huge beautiful space and a great location on one of the main streets so close to everything yet still quiet with excellent dark curtains providing for a great sleep on comfortable beds. Lots of much appreciated extras such as bread, snacks, milk, condiments, juices, cold water, etc. Plenty of towels, plenty of space, and a wonderful ambience. Beautifully decorated rooms with nice spaces to just sit and relax in. Great shower, good pillows, easy to use washing machine and a drying clothes horse provided. Cannot fault this accommodation in any way, we only wish we'd had more than three nights!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand apartment in the centre of Bologna
Highly recommend this very large, older style apartment in the middle of the historic centre. Air conditioning throughout was appreciated during the hot weather. Hosts were lovely and very helpful and quick to respond when we had a query
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lot o fun!
We all enjoyed the location and the easy access. Will tell other friends about our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location
An American family who lived in Europe 2016-2018 rented many apartments in Italy, France and Spain. Also we are owners of a vacation rental in US. The location of the apartment is superb. The apartment is spacious and immaculate. The linens and towels are lovely. I would highly recommend L’Arena to a large group for a shortish stay. It a perfect accommodation . We booked it for 25 days. For that length I would highly recommend new mattresses and more comfortable living room seating.The owners were highly responsive to booking a taxi since the taxi co don’t recognize foreign phone numbers. I have also suggested a binder with suggestions, resources, recommendations and useful information. There are many great restaurants in the immediate area. It is also a fine shopping district. Bologna is a lively, authentic, safe Italian city. The food is incredible. If you are a large group don’t miss out ..stay at L’Arena
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claude D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Everything was perfect! The owners were so sweet and welcoming. When we come back to Bologna, this is where we’ll stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
L'Arena in Bologna
The owners are gracious and kind, the apartment elegant and well maintained. The only downside was the street noise and cigarette smoke wafting up from the street. Bologna is a college town so weekends are noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Amazing location in Bologna, right on the main shopping street. But noise canceling windows makes it so quiet. Perfect for families or larger groups looking to stay together in a city center - 2 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. Parking garage outside of the ZTL only a few minute walk away (expensive but worth it if you are driving).
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location
This lovely apartment is very spacious, clean and comfortable. The location cannot be beat.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
L'Arena vacation
We chose this property because of its location between Bologna Centrale and Piazza Maggiore. Our plan was to be able to reach the historic center of Bologna but also have access to the train station for day trips to some of the nearby cities particularly Parma and Ravenna. L'Arena is an absolutely beautiful apartment and is convenient to visitors who want to experience the best of Bologna and the surrounding area. We highly recommend staying at L'Arena.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
We loved staying at this property! (There were 8 of us, 3 of whom are children.) The location is SO, SO convenient -- 10 minutes to the train station, 7 minutes to the City Centre. The hosts were outstanding in every way. I had a small medical issue soon after arriving, and they immediately shared helpful information with us. We struggled to get a taxi when our son needed to catch a super early flight home, ditto for us on a later date. The host went above and beyond to reserve the cab and use her number to be alerted of the early morning taxi arrival (3:30 a.m.!!!!) because the taxi company wouldn't accept our contact number. The apartment is spacious and has everyone one needs. And it has AC. We stayed for 28 days! Highly, highly recommend! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Apartment
A Great space right in the old parrt of town. We feel very luckty to have found this apartment!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
The apartment was perfect for our family of 6 adults and two teens. The hosts were great and the location could not be better. Our entire family loved the place And location! We would highly recommend it, the kitchen is a little small but efficient and we were even able to cook a nice meal after shopping at the fresh fish market!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment in the City Center
We loved this property! Situated on a fabulous street, it is close to restaurants, historic piazzas and great shopping. The property has loads of character and is well cared for. It is full of interesting antiques. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment…
Perfect location, large and comfortable apartment. Convenient to all the sites, despite being on a major street, the apartment is extremely quiet. Kind owner who is extremely responsive and knowledgeable. This is our second stay here. Will surely stay here again when in Bologna. Great stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stéphane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, ideal location in the city
Location is ideal : to arrive from the airport, to visit the city. Appartement in an old building on main street Relations with Owners were easy, explication clear, answers quickly given. Just some improvement on beds arrangement.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet apartment
We loved this little apartment. It had everything you needed. It was clean and spacious and just lovely for us to stay at for five days and venture out. The owners were sweet and thoughtful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic apartment right in the centre of Bologna
The apartment is beautiful; right in the centre of the historic town with antique furniture and an authentic feel of being a real Italian home. The rooms were light and bright although a bit noisy, as expected because of the location, so take ear plugs if you are a light sleeper! Everything was clean and the kitchen was well equipped with staples such as coffee and condiments. The bathrooms perhaps need a little updating but they were perfectly clean. The beds are antique but with modern mattresses so be prepared for them to be higher than modern beds and a little softer because of foam mattresses. The owners are very helpful. We had some issues understanding the separation of rubbish for recycling so you may need to make notes as there is much to take in on arrival. I highly recommend going on a food tour and to try the local tagliatelle al ragu which is so much better than spag bol! We went to Modena for a morning which was easy to get to and to Florence for a day trip; if you are going to Florence I suggest paying extra and going on the fast train, booking a sightseeing walking tour to skip the queues and watch your bag (avoid taking a backpack).
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ottima sistemazione in centro a Bologna
Perfetto sotto ogni punto di vista: la proprietaria molto precisa e veloce nelle risposte e molto disponibile. Appartamento in perfette condizioni di pulizia e dotato di tutto il necessario in abbondanza. Posizione strategica in centro a Bologna. Grazie di tutto!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bologna
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and beautiful.
We loved the flat. So clean and a well stocked kitchen. The living and dining area was a spacious room, so great for gathering and playing games into the night. Grocery stores close and great shopping and restaurants nearby. Check in was perfect with the owner meeting us and reviewing what we needed to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyell R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and spacious apartment
A perfect place to stay in Bologna. A short walk to everything - restaurants, shops, museums, flea markets, the train. The apartment is very large with period furnishings. The kitchen has everything you need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by ServoWeb Managing Company

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We live right across the street and are always eager to provide assistance to make your stay a memorable one.

What makes this property unique

In the very heart of the Historical Center of Bologna -- safe, prestigious area, all at hand. Superior quality rental, great furniture and decor, antiques, craft. Nearest parking lot: 50 mts.. Arrivals accepted any day of the week, flexible changeover day.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese