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Beautiful, Bright, Spacious in Historic Bologna, great atmosphere, renovated
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61011.8 sq ft
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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
- Place, Piazza Maggiore8 min walk
- Place, Basilica of San Petronio8 min walk
- Place, Two Towers10 min walk
- Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)20 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
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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.
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.
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Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
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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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT037006C2SX5PFK96
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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About the area
Bologna
Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Bowling San Lazzaro 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 Margherita Gardens and Path of the Gods. Archaeological Museum and International Music Museum and Library are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
What's nearby
- Basilica of San Domenico - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Piazza Maggiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Basilica of San Petronio - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Two Towers - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Basilica Santo Stefano - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Zazie - 5 min walk
- Missbake - 3 min walk
- Da Cesari - 6 min walk
- Corten - 5 min walk
- Pasticceria D'Azeglio - 3 min walk
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Reviews
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gill A.
9 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gill A.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gilbert R.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gilbert R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert T.
6 May, 2025
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Robert T.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sally N.
4 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Via Solferino perfection
Sally N.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vallerie R.
26 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Vallerie R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey S.
24 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Apartment and Comfortable Stay
Lindsey S.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dr. Randee B.
12 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice for near city center and comfort
Dr. Randee B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan P.
12 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay!
Jonathan P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sylvie C.
22 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous apartment and location
Sylvie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara M.
27 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment in Bologna
Barbara M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jancis D.
21 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Neighbourhood
Jancis D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eliana T.
3 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Eliana T.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
DECLAN C.
28 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paola apartment was excellent for our visit to Bologna. Apartment was exceptionally clean .
DECLAN C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Anne M.
19 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Anne M.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa H.
16 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful apartment in central Bologna
Melissa H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lucie R.
12 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to discover Bologna
Lucie R.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Betty P.
14 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property!
Betty P.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
6/10 Okay
Beatrice H.
22 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Terrific location!
Beatrice H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Annette B.
6 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Annette B.
Stayed 45 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Betsy K.
20 Oct, 2017
Wonderful Stay in Beautiful Apartment
Betsy K.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly G.
6 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bologna Summer 2023
Kimberly G.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
LJ H., Mill Valley, CA
2 Sept, 2018
The Best Bologna Rental!
LJ H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Joyce V.
31 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Joyce V.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
yolande m.
10 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yolande m.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Your host
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!
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.
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.
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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