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Our top choices for Bologna hostels

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a staircase leading to a building entrance, and a sign reading "COMBO".

1. Combo Bologna - Hostel

Combo Bologna - Hostel
Bologna Fiere District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (511 reviews)
"Staff cool clean rooms"
United States
Ali
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Combo Bologna - Hostel
A kitchen counter with various food items, utensils, and storage jars.

2. Dopa Hostel

Dopa Hostel
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (166 reviews)
"A really lovely hostel! Felt very grown up and free breakfast was an added bonus"
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Dopa Hostel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round mirror, a dining table with clear chairs, and a mounted TV.

3. Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat

Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a radiator.

4. One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment
Historic Center
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
One Bedroom Apartment
A room with a sliding glass door, a radiator, and a ceiling-mounted air conditioner.

5. Saragozza Apartment 7 Bologna Short Rental

Saragozza Apartment 7 Bologna Short Rental
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 7 Bologna Short Rental

6. Marconi Apartment 2 - Bright one-bedroom apartment in the city center

Marconi Apartment 2 - Bright one-bedroom apartment in the city center
Historic Center
The price is £148
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Marconi Apartment 2 - Bright one-bedroom apartment in the city center
A single bed with white linens and a gray throw blanket, a small bedside table, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a floral curtain.

7. Saragozza Apartment 5: Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 5: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Saragozza Apartment 5: Bright and central flat
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Saragozza Apartment 6: Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 6: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 6: Bright and central flat
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, a painting on the wall, and a black radiator.

9. Saragozza Apartment 4: Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 4: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 4: Bright and central flat
A modern kitchen with a checkered backsplash, a dining table with chairs, and a gray sofa with cushions.

10. Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat

Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble island, and patterned backsplash.

11. Saragozza Apartment 8: Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 8: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 8: Bright and central flat
A single bed with a mattress, a teal blanket, and two pillows in a room with a wooden floor.

12. Saragozza Apartment 3: Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 3: Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 3: Bright and central flat
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and two framed pictures on the wall.

13. Saragozza Apartment 1 : Bright and central flat

Saragozza Apartment 1 : Bright and central flat
Saragozza-Porto
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Saragozza Apartment 1 : Bright and central flat
A modern kitchen with a built-in shelf unit above the countertop, a coffee maker on the table, and a kettle hanging on the wall.

14. Bed and Bike Hostel

Bed and Bike Hostel
San Giovanni in Persiceto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Struttura accogliente e molto pulita: tutto cio' che occorre per una notte di passaggio. Dotata comunque di cucina comune e locale lavanderia, tuttoolto ordinato. Ottima impressione. Grande parcheggio pubblico nei pressi."
Italy
Luca
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Bed and Bike Hostel
A modern conference room with a red accent wall, a large circular light fixture, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

15. CX Modena Crocetta

CX Modena Crocetta
Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay - very quiet area"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
CX Modena Crocetta
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Top Bologna Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

10/10 Excellent
"Staff writer as professional and very helpful. Apartment was comfortable and well maintained. Location cannot be beat."
Ralph 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Metropolitan

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Bologna Hostels information

Number of reviews
563
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
£61
Highest Price
£148

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Bologna?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Bologna?
Based on reviews from our customers, these Bologna hostels have the best ratings: Combo Bologna - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Dopa Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an arcade/games room. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Turati Apartment: Bright and central flat - Guests can enjoy laundry facilities and a lift. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms. Saragozza Apartment 1 : Bright and central flat - Located within a 20-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore. You can take advantage of laundry facilities at this property. Rooms come with towels, TVs and hairdryers.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Bologna?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Bologna, one of Expedia's 15 hostels might be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Bologna?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Bologna is 889 mm.
What is there to see and do in Bologna?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Bologna. Get out into nature with places such as Bologna Botanical Gardens, Villa delle Rose and Charterhouse of Bologna. Cultural attractions include Teatro Auditorium Manzoni, Teatro Comunale di Bologna and Teatro Duse. Visit landmarks such as Fountain of Neptune, Palazzo Re Enzo and Basilica of San Petronio.
What's the best way to get to and around Bologna while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Bologna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Bologna Airport (BLQ), located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. To see more of the surrounding area, take a train from Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station), Bologna Central Station or Bologna Rimesse Station.

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