L'Arena-Most Prestigious Apartment, the Very Heart of Bologna Bologna Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 121848

Furniture detail. All antiques from the 20's, 30's, 40's. Class and tradition.

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Location: Bologna, Emilia Romagna, Italy, Europe (Right in the BEST part of the center. Everything at hand!) View Map

Accommodations:  Apartment, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 9)

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 in front. 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 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 takes you right to our door, about 10 different bus lines to all the interest points in town are available at the same stop, 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 second floor (elevator) with a view over the avenue, extremely clean and well kept, it comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests in 4 bedrooms (one with a queen-size bed and a single, one with two singles that can be put together to form a queen-size plus one single sofabed, one with two single sofabeds and one with a single bed), 2 bathrooms, 1 large living-diningroom, a kitchen with all the tools provided, a hallway and a small terrace.

Furnished with choice antique furniture (1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s), decorated with love and zest with the all major appliances provided and in perfect working order, completely air conditioned and with high-speed adsl 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) about 150 mts., plenty of all kind of restaurants and pizzerias in the immediate premises (the most renowned restaurant in town is right across the street), Friday and Saturday open-air market (huge, lot of fun!) in the nearby piazza, 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.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided: Excellent quality items
  • Garage: Public city garage, guarded - about 150 mts!
  • Elevator
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (3) : Two of them can be arranged to form a queen-size bed, on request.
  • Convertible Bed (4) : Real bed comfort. New, firm frames and mattresses.
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • DVD
  • VCR
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: All appliances are in perfect working order.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: Plenty of tools!
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Monument View: The apartment features two views - one over a quiet, typical backstreet, the other over the beautiful, classy Via Indipendenza.
• Communications
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Traditional Bolognese antique furniture and furnishing, Selected decoration, View, Hair dryer, Iron & board, Toaster, More.
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Please ask.
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Biking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Racquetball
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
• Other Activities
  • GREAT open-air flea and fashion market (Fridays & Saturdays - 150 mts.) - Clothing, antiques, knick-knacks, real FUN!, Best Bolognese restaurants, pizzerias, pubs, etc. in the immediate premises, Fashion stores, More. Huge public, guarded parking lot @ 150 mts. - very convenient!

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2009 = Oct 31-Dec 5.. €790 | Dec 5-Jan 9, 2010.. €890
2010 = Jan 9-Mar 20.. €790 | Mar 20-Apr 17.. €990 | Apr 17-Sep 4.. €790
Sep 4-11.. €990 | Sep 11-25.. €790 | Sep 25-Oct 2.. €990 | Oct 2-9.. €790
Oct 9-16.. €990 | Oct 16-23.. €790 | Oct 23-30.. €990 | Oct 30-Dec 4.. €790
Dec 4-Jan 8.. €890 ||

Rates are weekly, all-inclusive and for up to 2 guests. Cleaning fee: €50
Each additional guest: €120/week. Children 12 or younger: 50% off. Infants: free.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 12/04/08
  Positive Rating
  Joanne ,
  • I stayed at this apartment from nov. 9-17. I thoroughly enjoyed the location, close to the centrum. The accomodations were excellent. We loved being able to come 'home' and make a snack or have a meal. The apartment is quiet and has all the things in kitchen to make it a home. Beds were comfortable and having 2 full bathrooms was good for 6 people. Thank you also for arranging a taxi to pick us up at 430 am on nov. 17. It arrived a little early and we were off to the airport. The accomodations made our stay truly enjoyable and i am really glad we chose L'Arena.
• 12/02/08
  Positive Rating
  David , Minnesota, USA
  • When we found out we were going to Italy on a business trip, we didn't want to be confined to a hotel. I started to look around on the internet and found L'Arena. It seemed to be perfect for what we needed. The train and bus stations were just a few blocks walk. In fact the airport bus stops right in front of the apartment. In between meetings we were able to take in the sights which were also only a few blocks walk. We were centrally located to all the shopping and wonderful restaurants. The ladies loved the gypsy fair that was only 2 blocks away. I felt real safe in the area. The apartment exceeded what we had ever imagined. We never felt confined or crowded as we would have in a hotel. Our hosts were especially nice helping in any way they could. We were able to make breakfast each morning at the apartment and then head out for the day. We loved it and would make it our first choice if we were to come back again.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    And so we hope -- soon! Ciao, Carla
• 11/01/08
  Positive Rating
  Andrew Gettelman ,
  • We stayed at L'Arena in September 2008. The manager (Carla) was very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very well located in Bologna: walkable to everywhere, and about 5-10 minutes walk from the center of town and the train station, and very spacious. The two bathrooms were great, and the bedrooms good size. The area is really nice, on a shopping street (but high enough up not to be noisy) and lots of little nice restaurants, cafes, etc. Highly recommended!
• 07/05/08
  Positive Rating
  John Daniels , Coral Gables, FL USA
  • The apartment was all we expected and more--ample, well furnished, and well located. There were a few small nuisances, e.g. a noisy bed in one room and the need to plan not to have a power outage when running the washing machine, such as by turning off the airconditioners in parts of the apartment. However, these were really very minor in comparison with the pluses. The owners live immediately across the street and were quick to respond to any questions. John Daniels Coral Gables, FL USA
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks for the input! We will surely take care of the squeaky bed immediately and ask the electric company to upgrade our power supply.
• 06/19/08
  Positive Rating
  John & Carol Irwin , Naples, Florida
  • Wonderful apartment with a super location. Everything is within walking distance including the rail and bus stations making it easy for one day excursions to other cities. The apartment is very clean, comfortable and well furnished. We could not ask for a better apartment. It is also only one block to one of the best resturants in Bologna (Ristorante Diana) which we can definitely recommend. Carla and Irene are wonderful hosts who made our stay superior.
• 06/19/08
  Positive Rating
  , Bayside, Wisconsin
  • Our family of four felt right at home in the apartment. In fact, we found it elegant. The wonderful wood of the furniture. The cool stone floors and lovely archways. Our college age sons loved having their own rooms, and we found ours to be spacious and comfortable. We appreciated having a working kitchen, where we used the refrigerator more than the stove - but even more helpful was the laundry. It enables travelers to pack lighter, knowing they can freshen their clothing supply on site. The apartment has everything a family needs, right down to the laundry soap. We can't imagine a better location for visiting Bologna. We love to walk - and so many wonderful places were in walking distance - from historic sites to restaurants of all styles. In fact, our sons particularly loved having pizza and gelato spots within steps of our front door. Sometimes, late-night revelers can be heard down in the street if you have the bedroom windows open. The bedroom is high above the street, so the only danger is overhearing someone singing slightly off-key opera, as we did. We found that charming. The best test of all is whether a tenant would choose the apartment again: yes - in a heartbeat.
• 05/09/08
  Positive Rating
  Mary K. , Des Moines, IA USA
  • "The owner met us at the apartment, which is right on the most traveled and central avenue of Bologna. Carla gave us a tour of the apartment and showed us how to use the washer, stove, and how to find all cleaning supplies. She also pointed out the complementary condiments and food items, and the extra blankets and pillows. She was interested in our comfort, and wanted questions about Bologna. The apartment was wonderful. It was very clean and well maintained, and had plenty of room for us all, which is a great gift on vacation. The two baths were a very fine touch, with three daughters. We usually had two meals a day in the apartment, unless traveling, and one at a bistro. The arrangements were wonderful. The beds creaked, and maybe some oil might help, but they were comfortable. My best time, aside from wondering how the HUGE armoires got into the apartment, was looking out the window watching the people and the lovely scenery. I was worried that the location would be a problem, but it was one of the best aspects of the apartment. We walked to all corners of the city, and just fell in love with Bologna. The apartment is in the smack central of the inner town, and an easy walk to the train station (10 minutes), to the University (20 minutes), to the main square (7 minutes). The weekly market is just a few minutes from the apartment. We went to local groceries every day, and they were within a 15 minute walk. This is our first experience with renting an apartment like this. I would highly recommend Carla and her property. She was wonderful, and the apartment was great. There were no hidden costs, and we all felt at home there. Thank you, Carla."
• 04/04/08
  Positive Rating
  Vincent DeMauro , Palm Bay, Florida
  • We recently stayed at this apartment from March 22nd through March 29th 2008. The apartment is centrally located and is a short walk from Piazza Maggiore. Via Dell' Indipendenza is one of the main shopping streets so that is a plus. The apartment is spacious with plenty of room to move around. The owners were very nice and helpful when we first arrived. The beds could have been a little more comfortable as well as the furniture in the living room but it was fine compared witrh other apartments I have rented in Italy. The apartment had all the tools needed to make a meal and was very clean. There is a coffe and pastry shop two doors away and many fine restaurants within walking distance. There are markets close by as well. All in all is was a comfortable place to come back to after a long day of sightseeing.
• 11/18/07
  Positive Rating
  , West Orange, NJ
  • A real gem in the heart of the city. One of the best vacation rentals we've ever had. The location is perfect, 10 minute walk to the train or Piazza Maggiore. The apartment has everything you could need and was well stocked. The owners are lovely people and very helpful.
• 10/11/07
  Positive Rating
  Anne Jacobson , Oakland, California
  • Lovely apartment, very convenient to everything in town - only a couple of blocks to main piazza. Only drawback was street noise when windows open at night, but it is in the heart of the city. I would recommend it. Owners across the street are very helpful.

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