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THE HIDDEN GARDEN

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Room
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Two Towers
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of San Petronio
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

THE HIDDEN GARDEN

In the heart of the city of Bologna, a few steps from the beautiful park of Giardini Margherita, the apartment is on the ground floor of a characteristic 1930s building located in a quiet interior, in the shade of holm oaks and palm trees, with a large courtyard and a small flowery garden enjoys a particularly pleasant cool climate in summer, favored by the historic house and the position at the foot of the Bolognese hills. 
The studio is well-kept and furnished with style with a Boffi kitchenette, a comfortable and new double bed, walk-in closet, bathroom with shower and all the comforts for a pleasant holiday and the rest breaks that the excursions require.
The position is strategic to reach on foot all the most interesting cultural destinations of the city, in ten minutes on foot, through the scenic via Castiglione with the magnificent arcades, you will reach the Two Towers Garisenda and Asinelli; from Viale XII Giugno, under the shade of the scented lime trees in late spring, passing in front of the Church of San Domenico, you will reach Piazza Maggiore, the beating heart of the city and the exclusive and elegant Galleria Cavour; the various Alma Mater offices and the Municipal Theater are near and comfortable.
A few steps from the house, a large paid car park, the bus stop with lines that take and come from various destinations including the Central Train Station, from the Station take the direct bus line to the Guglielmo Marconi airport.
On the adjacent via Castiglione, the best ice cream shop in the city, an excellent pastry shop, as well as several restaurants, famous taverns, wine bars and small clubs and also a well-stocked market open 24 hours a day.
Our family lives in the building and will be happy to meet, advise and support the welcome guests.
In the hills near Marzabotto, we are the owners of an agricultural estate where we rent apartments and, among other activities, we produce natural wine that you will find as a welcome gift, in the Bologna studio.
The apartment is equipped with free WI-FI.

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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 in the mood for shopping can visit Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara or Unipol Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

What's nearby

  • Piazza Maggiore - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Two Towers - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basilica Santo Stefano - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basilica of San Petronio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Bologna Mazzini Station - 10 min drive
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gino Sorbillo - Pizza Gourmand - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Astral Beers Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vâg In Ufézzi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Antica Osteria Le Mura - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caffè S. Domenico - ‬6 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

sine w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roberto was friendly, and helpfull. The flat has all you need. And it is good location!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Remi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great and it was so easy to connect with Roberto to get checked in!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Judy B.

Liked: Location
Welcoming host who was always contactable. Secure, quiet apartment we did not need parking as the apartment was centrally located with shops, restaurant, bakery a cafe within a few minutes walk away. Washing machine worked well. No patio/ garden but that was not a given in the host's description. There was, however, a lovely park nearby. Good secure wifi.A bit dated but everything worked. The bed was comfortable and linen impeccable. This apartment might not suit everyone but we were very relaxed and comfortable there.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis & Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as stated in listing . It is located in ZTL so if driving you have to park in lot 300-400 meters away but it's a nice lot , not dirt and it's only 12 euros a day.Roberto was there to great us and give us the details of the rental. It is very secure. Not large but fine for 2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Warren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roberto was very helpful but respected our privacy, very discreet. The property is like a large junior suite, one large room with kitchen and bed area, with a large bathroom with washing machine and a separate closet area with a dresser. The kitchen is functional . There are lots of great restaurants nearby, a fantastic coffee breakfast a short walk away and a full grocery story a 10 minute walk. Getting to the historic centre down narrow meandering and colonnaded streets takes a leisurely 15 to 20 minutes depending on how much you stop to look around.
A neighborhood street
The colonnaded streets
The garden
The garden
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was extremely helpful. Room had everything we needed. Location was a quiet street but close to everything — restaurants, bus, city center.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay in Bologna and the appartement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very helpful. Great location. Room a bit small, no seperate bedroom. One very nice restaurant he dirrcted us too.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debi R.

Wishing we had more time here in lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stéphane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roberto was a great host, he help us with the parking and he suggest us a very nice restaurant, so nice that we went there two time. The appartement was perfect with everything we want. And the location is perfect, not too far so we can drop the luggage and realy near everything. Good place to stay in Bologne
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Grazie a voi è per me un piacere fare in modo che gli ospiti siano sempre a proprio agio!
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10/10 Excellent

Rosanna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great easy informative check in. Roberto provided us with directions , suggestions and a map of Bologna. Great location. Within 10 - 15 mins walk you are in the centre of the city. There is a delicious pasticceria nearby, Roberto’s recommendation. Many places to eat nearby also. Spacious, warm , comfortable accommodation. Pretty courtyard. A kitchenette with some great basic condiments and a moka pot ( cafeteria) and coffee, tea etc. Would recommend. We stayed 4 nights. Dec 2025
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable and lovely place in a great part of the city. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun times in Bologna

Hidden Garden was everything we needed. Location was great for us to explore with ease all Bologna had to offer. It was quaint and equipped. The host was friendly and accessible for any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Couples

This place was perfect for me and my wife's Bologna vacation. There is a place for breakfast a few steps away, and a wine bar and gelatto also close by. It is an easy walk to the center of Bologna. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in bologna!

Eight wonderful days,a bit chilly until we got the furnace fixed.Roberto was kind a generous,gave wonderful tips on things to see and places he enjoys.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Roberto was an amazing host! He was quick to respond to any question we had. He even had a folder full of directions and recommendations for shopping, gelato shops and restaurants in the area. His apartment was equipped with everything we needed, just as if we were at home. Thank you for helping us make wonderful memories of our first trip to Bologna!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Cool oasis in the summer heat. Great location. Roberto was helpful and gave great advice about the local sites and eateries. The apartment had every thing we needed, was clean and well maintained.We would definitely recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, great host

We had a wonderful time here. The apartment is just a quick walk from anything you could want while in Bologna. Roberto was a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norah-Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We had a lovely visit to Bologna and the Di Fabio restaurant recommendation was fabulous!!! Grazie!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli Dee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bachelor Suite

Great location within short stroll to all of the main attractions. Check in was excellent and Roberto was patiently waiting our arrival when we were delayed coming from the train station. Well equipped home with amazingly comfortable bed and pillows. We would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host!

Wonderful little apartment. Roberto is a gracious host with great communication and many good recommendations. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2023
THANK YOU JAY !I WAITING FOR YOUR COME BACK!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balogna Adventure

Clean and comfortable. Close to many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We had an absolutely amazing time in Bologna. The apartment was as described and met our needs. Thank you Roberto for restaurant recommendations and all of your assistance. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
dear Dean, thank you for the nice words! I await you with open arms, because Bologna has many things to discover and I would be happy to show them to you on another occasion! Enjoy your stay in Italy!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
10/10 highly recommended - excellent location, wonderful apartment, and Roberto was a warm, welcoming, and super helpful host. Cannot say enough good things.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for visit, we enjoyed Bologna!

Roberto’s place is clean, nicely located close to centre. He is very resourceful and quick to respond on our requests. All recommendations for visit alone or for couples.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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