Top 10 Historic Center Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 665 reviews	View
Hotel Brun	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Art Hotel Orologio	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 709 reviews	View
Art Hotel Commercianti	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 814 reviews	View
Hotel Corona d'Oro	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A statue of a man with a trident, surrounded by smaller statues, in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

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.

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A large, historic building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

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.

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A modern glass building with a unique metal framework structure.

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.

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Bolognina

While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Museum for the Memory of Ustica and Ippodromo Arcoveggio.

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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.

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Top Historic Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Internazionale

10/10 Excellent

"Hôtel idéalement situé en plein cœur de Bologne . Nous avions une immense chambre pour nous et notre fille . Le service était au point et le petit déjeuner très bien pour un petit déjeuner continental d’hôtel . La climatisation était très bien malgré l’âge du bâtiment ."

Starhotels Excelsior

10/10 Excellent

"It's right in front of the central train station. Takes about 20 min to walk to the old town main cathedral where all the action are. So if you are travelling by train, this is perfect. Enough restaurants nearby. Grocery store about 10mins but you need to find them. Breakfast is maybe 7 or 8/ 10"

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

10/10 Excellent

"I am glad it was one of the newer hotels especially in light of the heat wave during my stay. The airconditioning was strong. While breakfast didn't have variety day to day, it was good and offered broad choices. Staff was very helpful on a wide range of inquiries and requests. Great location too across the Bologna Centrale Station"

Royal Hotel Carlton

8/10 Good

"One of the reasons I booked this hotel was because of the €20 food and beverage credit that I assumed I could use for the breakfast buffet. You cannnot. You can use it at the restaurant and bar for lunch or dinner, but not the breakfast buffet. Expedia should have mentioned this. The hotel is old and the decor shows it. The rooms are dated but comfortable. It’s in a good location but I honestly would not stay here again."

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

10/10 Excellent

"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 were warm and humid, the corridors did look a bit worn, but as were were not sleeping in them it didn't detract from our stay.. it was great we could leave our bags and organise a taxi when we returned back to the hotel and the staff were very helpful in assisting us. Would return."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Historic Center?

Historic Center is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro as part of your Historic Center travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Historic Center?

Based on our traveller data, Royal Hotel Carlton is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Center. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore, and it offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Starhotels Excelsior and Hotel Internazionale.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic Center?

Expedia has 1112 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Center to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Bologna area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Historic Center.

What are the top things to see and do in Historic Center?

Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Via Zamboni, Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero and Mercato Delle Erbe might be just the ticket while you're in Historic Center. Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Center include Palazzo Grassi, Finestrella di Via Piella and Prendiparte Tower. While you're out sightseeing, Teatro Auditorium Manzoni and Teatro Arena del Sole are a couple of additional sights to visit in Bologna.

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Urbanicooh Cavour Rooms&Suite

BB GALLERIA DEL RENO

La Casa delle Dee

Casa Miramonte

Bnb Fantasia

Casa Alessandrini

Astoria Suite Apartments

Le stanze dell'Edera

Zanhotel Regina

051 Room & Breakfast

Gallery Guesthouse

051 Boutiques

San Felice 135 - 4

Morgagni Suites

Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

Almarossa

Funtanir Rooms

San Felice Residence

B&B Center Gallery

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Where to stay in Historic Center

Santo Stefano

Saragozza-Porto

Bologna Fiere District

Bolognina

San Donato-San Vitale

Top Historic Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Internazionale

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