Title: HouSmart Palestro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # HouSmart Palestro Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Piazza Maggiore ## Photo gallery for HouSmart Palestro ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room dining - HouSmart Palestro (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17684400/17684303/1ff35b6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV - HouSmart Palestro (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17684400/17684303/2908322e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds - HouSmart Palestro (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17684400/17684303/0847ec19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet - HouSmart Palestro (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17684400/17684303/64dcf792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living room | Flat-screen TV - HouSmart Palestro (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17684400/17684303/11495d2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Piazza Maggiore, HouSmart Palestro has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### HouSmart Palestro Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Piazza Maggiore This smoke-free apartment building features free Wi-Fi in public areas and multilingual staff assistance. The apartment provides a flat-screen TV with digital channels, plus a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Added amenities include free WiFi, a dining area and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Offsite parking; reservations required ### Family friendly - Children stay free (see details) - Free cot ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 50 per night ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Work spaces - Desk ### Climate control - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: EUR 50 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Multilingual staff - No housekeeping service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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check-in end time: 11:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: EUR 300.00 per stay - An effective city/local tax rate of 10.50 per cent will be charged We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 This property accepts cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Palestro Old Town Bologna Apartment Palestro Old Apartment Palestro Old Town Bologna Palestro Old HouSmart Palestro Bologna Palestro Old Town Bologna HouSmart Palestro Apartment HouSmart Palestro Apartment Bologna ## About the area Historic Center, a neighbourhood in Bologna, is home to this apartment. Basilica of San Domenico and Archiginnasio of Bologna are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennis Club and Golf Club Bologna. Archaeological Museum and Santuario della Madonna di Polsi are also worth visiting. [Visit our Bologna travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bologna.dx621) [View more Apartments in Bologna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bologna-Apartments.d621-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.48982%2C11.33748&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ovwx1pMY3mT_yisdVPKfW61f4eQ=) Via Palestro 5, Bologna, BO, 40123 ### What's nearby - ![Bologna showing heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075262/23cfe253-031f-4d90-9bc6-6518aae26165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza Maggiore 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Basilica of San Petronio showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075166/6f21bf13-7dc3-4738-87d6-12f77e4b8244.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica of San Petronio 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Bologna \\ Via Indipendenza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/621/788b3303-9b57-4205-a1e5-25f6b8545b12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Via Indipendenza 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Fountain of Neptune showing a fountain and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075194/64a2ccf7-25f3-4ec5-8251-5c2e34222601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fountain of Neptune 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Tower of the Asinelli](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075288/f23aba04-d41d-4e23-8de7-1f9ece41ffad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Two Towers 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Bologna Mazzini Station 8 min drive - Cerotolo Station 13 min drive - Bologna Airport (BLQ) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - La Svolta - Cucina di Ragione 5 min walk - Missbake 4 min walk - Da Cesari 6 min walk - Zazie 6 min walk - Pasticceria D'Azeglio 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is HouSmart Palestro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at HouSmart Palestro? ### What time is check-in at HouSmart Palestro? ### What time is check-out at HouSmart Palestro? ### Where is HouSmart Palestro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## HouSmart Palestro Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 18 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities Great location and nice size, but... the bed was horrific! Perhaps the most uncomfortable bed I've ever slept in. The sofa(s) were equally tired and uncomfortable. The gas cooker hob was seriously hard to ignite - requiring several matches and a lot of luck. Great shower though... The rental company were very helpful once we were in Italy but didn't really communicate before then. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosaleen 25 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Live like a local in this gorgeous apartment Lovely quaint apartment only 10 min walk from the centre of Bologna (Piazza Magiore). The apartment is fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The double bed is exceptionally comfortable with a beautiful duvet. Plenty of space to store your clothes etc. The kitchen/dining/sitting room area has 2 couches and a table. There is a flat screen tv in the room (I think the photos still show an old fashioned one). There were no English channels but we connected an iPad to the tv via a lead we brought, so we could re-watch Rick Stein's long weekend in Bologna while we were there. The wifi is free and fast. The kitchen has all you need, kettle, sandwich toasted, fridge, microwave etc. The supermarket is a 5 min walk. Here you can buy lovely Italian wine for only €1.40 a bottle! There is also a deli in the supermarket if you want to try some local food. The shower was excellent and really warm. The entire apartment was lovely and warm (January). The agent for the apartment takes a €300 deposit on arrival - this was deposited back into my credit card a few days after we got back. She also charged a cleaning fee of €40 and a city tax of €9\. All in all this was an excellent experience. I could not rate the apartment highly enough and I would go back in the morning! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s174-p605d5020-01fa-11e8-badd-aa76e492b6a4-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1915-p71c640b0-01fa-11e8-b010-0242fed17ade-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s239-p78321500-01fa-11e8-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s321-p5ce23320-01fa-11e8-badd-aa76e492b6a4-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rosaleen Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jurate 4 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jurate Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Mariano 22 Apr 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Mariano ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Toile Blanche](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nice-Hotels-Toile-Blanche.h5244299.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Blythswood Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Kimpton-Blythswood-Square-Hotel.h2705235.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Daunia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Modena-Hotels-Hotel-Daunia.h27519324.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Alicante](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alicante-Hotels.d356.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Britannia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rimini-Hotels-Hotel-Britannia.h1375404.Hotel-Information) > > [Aura Living Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rimini-Hotels-Hotel-Brown.h916878.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Papworth-Hospital-NHS-Foundation-Trust-Hotels.0-l553248634855572723-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [travelodgeuk Hotels in Manchester City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-City-Centre-Manchester-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-n6192111-0--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Social Hub Bologna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bologna-Hotels-The-Social-Hub-Bologna.h53115672.Hotel-Information) > > [The Connaught, Maybourne ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Connaught.h21364.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterpark in Heraklion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Heraklion-Waterpark-Hotel.0-0-d6053601-twaterparkhotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Grand Hotel di Parma | UNA Esperienze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Parma-Hotels-Park-Hotel-Pacchiosi.h13480299.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel de La Ville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Parma-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-De-La-Ville.h983770.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Mahabaleshwar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mahabaleshwar-Hotels.d6126712.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Casa Fluò Relais](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bologna-Hotels-Casa-Fluo-Relais.h29374801.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Montmartre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rimini-Hotels-Hotel-Montmartre.h5620894.Hotel-Information) > > [Yoga Hotels in Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gran-Canaria-Hotels-Yoga-Hotels.0-0-d6047134-tYogaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rimini-Hotels-International-Italia-Camping-Village.h50724465.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Imlil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Imlil-Hotels.d6123681.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Benitses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Benitses.d6051726.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Battle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Battle.d182448.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages ### General > [Visit Troulos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troulos.dx6322209) ---