Title: In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27121003&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art Apartment with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Piazza Maggiore ## Photo gallery for In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art ![TV, fireplace, books - In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121100/27121003/e2be25e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121100/27121003/a6eb25f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121100/27121003/325f1891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121100/27121003/a8c3b9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art (Bologna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121100/27121003/w2413h1769x0y0-796cbb7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Piazza Aldrovandi, discover an authentic Bologna experience in this apartment. Original antique furniture and paintings from the Renaissance and Baroque periods adorn every corner, including a stunning terracotta tondo by Della Robbia's school. Unwind in the spacious living room surrounded by historic pieces like a 1700 console table or relax on an original Wassily chair in the studio. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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. ### In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art Our apartment is located in the wonderful Piazza Aldrovandi. It is the perfect solution for living and discovering Bologna away from conventional tourism, in the most authentic way. The familiar history of the owners permeates every corner of this apartment with several pieces of original antique furniture and paintings dating back to Renaissance or Baroque periods such as the two large canvases between the main windows of the living room and the two portraits which reveals the influence of some Flemish painter. Over the fireplace you will enjoy a splendid terracotta tondo by the school of Della Robbia with its typical tinted enamel glazes. At the sides two wooden candleholders give a touch of Roman Baroque. The delicate ceramic framework of the fireplace gives visual force at its sides to a couple of wonderful pieces of furniture: a table console dating back to 1700 and a chest of drawers by early 1800\. In the same living room you will enjoy also other important antique pieces of furniture as another chest of drawers, a perfectly preserved Renaissance chest, a slant-front desk whose panel, when closed, conceals a network of cubbies and drawers used for organizing paperwork, a round table with six chairs, various armchairs in front of the fireplace. Two canvases in the Jackson Pollock style, of the 1960s create a sort of contrast between different cultural epochs. In the living room there is no more present the Steinbeck piano shown in the photos of this advertisement. Into the "studio" room you can rest on an original Wassily’s chair (1925) by the German designer and architect Marcel Breuer. The design reflects the principles of the Bauhaus school where Breuer worked in his early years. This masterpiece was the first designed piece of furniture to incorporate the leather with tubular steel. There is also an original desk as well as a bed manufactured in the late 1950s by Gavina Group. After the War years, Dino Gavina picked up the license for many design items and he got to know the owners of the apartment. The flat has so a wide living room, kitchen, two bathrooms, one bedroom with a double bed and a studio furnished with desk and two single beds. The flat is so able to accommodate up to 5 people. Mind that the total price in this website does not include the local tourist tax (amount depends by the period of the year, the number in party, the number of day (the tourist tax is applied only on the first five days). Regular receipt will be released upon payment on arrival. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![City Apartment | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6660000/6650200/6650147/2b35b0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residenza Ariosto Historic Center - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 178 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=6650147&PinnedHotelID=6650147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107800/1107765/5bfc0093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel San Giorgio Historic Center - Free Wi-Fi - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 Safety features at this property include a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT037006C2XSHEI29B ### 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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Apartment Centre Bologna Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Apartment Centre Bologna Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Apartment Centre Bologna Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art Prestigious Furniture Antique Pieces art ## About the area Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Palazzo Fantuzzi and Palazzo Hercolani are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pliocene Contrafforte Natural Reserve and Path of the Gods. International Music Museum and Library and Bologna Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. [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%7C44.49394%2C11.35167&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ljAiJh2eYn02hDyt5malcTfPN08=) Bologna, Emilia-Romagna ### What's nearby - ![Great design at a lovely pasta shop! Bologna](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/621/913bd030-1230-4110-9eb6-40fac96d8d51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Via Zamboni 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Basilica Santo Stefano showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075168/fe294698-9427-425a-b74c-12907ba21f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica Santo Stefano 3 min walk \- 0.2 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 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![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 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - University of Bologna 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Bologna Mazzini Station 9 min drive - Cà dell'Orbo Station 10 min drive - Bologna Airport (BLQ) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Sartoria Gastronomica 1 min walk - Èltsi 4 min walk - ZOO 4 min walk - Berberè 2 min walk - La Taberna Del Re Vallot 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art? ### What time is check-in at In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art? ### What time is check-out at In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art? ### Where is In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## In the centre of Bologna with prestigious furniture and antique pieces of art Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 45 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### matt h. 20 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Bologna Charming, well- located, close to everything . ##### matt h. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Diane C. 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely apt in a great location The apt is on a noisy square but this did not bother us. Very central to everything. A lovely apartment ##### Diane C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malcolm B. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and elegant apartment My wife and i really enjoyed our stay in this apartment. It felt like a much-loved home. It was a little dated in some respects (bathroom and kitchen) but this added to its natural charm for us. Also, while there was noise into some rooms from the busy piazza outside, it offered a sense of vibrancy to our stay, and connection to Bologna. We especially loved the size of the apartment, perfect for a longer stay of 16 nights. We hope to return as soon as possible. Thank you! ##### Malcolm B. Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John R. 23 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location and great apartment Loved the space. There is lots of it and the beds are comfortable. Places to sit a multiple bathrooms. The location is outstanding! Thanks Paolo! ##### John R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael k., - 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfectly located antiquefilled family apartment a huge family place in the thriving university district. on a fun crowded piazza, but the main bedroom is on the back and very quiet. beautifully set up for guests, but authentic to a life in wonderful bologna. i cant recommend it more. ##### michael k. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine Christine R. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I Can't Imagine A More Ideal Place to Stay The location is so central and so fun; you can walk everywhere you might want to go, including right across the street for wonderful food, coffee, people-watching and atmosphere. The huge, antique-filled apartment is fit for for a movie setting. EVERYTHING you could possibly need is there. It truly couldn't be more perfect. ##### Katherine Christine R. Stayed 13 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jan v. 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lively square! We got to view a small protest against tacism on Saturday morning rinners particip A lively square! We enjoyed viewing a protest against racism Saturday morning and runners participating in a 25K event in the afternoon The evening was interesting also with people enjoying the cafés and outside seating. It was not noisy inside the apartment.Great restaurant across the street and convenient markets near the apartmentThe apartment was clean and comfortable and a step back in time which was very much appreciated after staying in stark, modern apartmentsThey were taxis right outside the building and a nice walk to the two towers and Piazza Maggione. ##### jan v. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharry W. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Apartment in a Lively Neighborhood This beautiful, spacious, classical Italian style property was the perfect landing spot for our first week in Bologna. On the third floor, ovelooking cafes, wine bars and a vital social scene in the center of University life, we still enjoyed a good night’s sleep in the quiet back bedroom. Then down the elevator and out the front door, we could make our first stop at the cafe just across the street, then head out on foot in any direction to explore this interesting and beautiful city. ##### Sharry W. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We spent five days at this wonderful property. It is like living in an old world palace. Marble and wood floors, antique furniture, and a huge floorplan. The bedroom is very quiet, though the office space is a bit louder, given the square and cafes where students congregate. We enjoyed the street sounds at night; bring earplugs for the office area if you want complete silence. The location is fantastic, and one of the things we always look for in a property… restaurants, bars, markets all within an easy walk. We would love to stay here again. ##### Katherine Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate B. 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical taste of authentic vintage Bologna This apartment is magical, felt like stepping back in time with everything dating back to the 60s and earlier. Super spacious. So many amazing antiques and art made by the previous owners so it felt like being in another world. The location is brilliant, great bars and restaurants in the Piazza it's located in. You can also be right in the centre of town in about 8 mins walk, walking everywhere is a dream. Piazza can get noisy at the weekends (nothing earplugs wont fix if you are a light sleeper) but small trade off for the amazing location and one of kind apartment. Thank you for sharing this very special space with us. ##### Kate B. Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Larry F. 24 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic To begin, the apartment is beautiful’ spacious and furnished like a museum. Paintings, anntques, sculpture and documents and awards showing the talents and achievements of the owner’s family going back a century. The location is overlooking a wonderful piazza with active cafes bars restaurants and shops. Filled with young people enjoying coffee or Aportivo at the outdoor tables. An easy walk to everywhere you would want to go. But with a taxi stand and bus stop right in the piazza if you need it. Paolo,the host and Carlotta, his assistant could not have been more friendly or helpful with information about restaurants, the history of the apartment and much more. We had a wonderful week here and recommend it highly. We look forward to staying here the next time we visit Bologna. ##### Larry F. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura H. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great large apartment, superb location Stayed for one week. Excellent location. The piazza is very lively at night. Close to the university. No worries though as the bedroom is in the back🙂 and no problems sleeping. The piazza has everything you need, bakery etc and market stalls on Sunday. Can’t remember if the stalls are there on other days. There is a great restaurant on the corner and green box restaurants and food shops on the piazza. Grocery stores are a few blocks away. The apartment is very large and very homey. If you want modern and sterile this is not the place to stay. We could have stayed a month! ##### Laura H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Trish H. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enter Nonni environment and delights We arrived from New Zealand and found the property such a Bolognaise blast!! A cultural experience in the wonderful Piazza Aldrovandi. Thank you. A blast of heat too. While there were fans in each room they were not sufficient or efficient unfortunately. As climate change progresses the apartment will be greatly helped by either air conditioning or strong ceiling fans. Our host was suberly helpful and adaptable to very late arrival And moving our dates slightly. What would have added to the delights? Small things like chilled jug of water and ice in the fridge; soap in the showers and basins, we needed to empty the last guests rubbish, and cleaning of kitchen and bathrooms seemed minimal. But manageable. Thank you for the experience. ##### Trish H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola M. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the apartment and the location The apartment is beautiful. It is spacious and had wonderful windows overlooking the courtyard and the piazza. The kitchen has everything you could ever need (and then more) including a washing machine. We stayed during a heat wave and it was warm but with the windows open at night and fans we were comfortable and slept really well. We were strategic with the shutters during the day to avoid the extra heat. The location is wonderful. There is nothing you cannot walk to with ease. Every time we left our piazza we would wander into another wonderful part of Bologna. Piazza Aldrovandi is lively and so there will be noise from the square late into the night but we didn’t find it bothered us. The main bedroom is at the back and on all but the hottest nights we would close the windows in the kids’ room if needed. While we were there a dance festival was taking place from Thursday to Saturday and we danced the night away right outside our door. There are grocery stores a short walk (under 5 min) away and so many restaurants and bakeries near by. We had pizza from the square several times — delicious. Bologna quickly became a place we wanted to come back to and we would definitely stay in this lovely apartment again. ##### Nicola M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin H. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homage to Scholarship and Art in the Heart of Bologna’s University District Symphony 12 is many things - all of them good! First of all it is a comfortable two bedroom apartment, very centrally located in Bologna’s historic University district. As such it is ideally suited for wandering the city on foot, enjoying the artistry and protection of the nearly 40 miles of porticoes in the old city. Secondly, it is a decade-spanning time capsule in terms of decor, objet d’arts, family artifacts, architecture, and even some of the kitchen appliances. Finally, it is located on one of the most unique and lively piazzas in Bologna. We began and ended each day at the very welcoming Sartoria; which is a café/bakery by day and a bar/trattoria by night. Also on the square are numerous stalls and cozy restaurants with open air seating and a wide selection of affordable food and drinks. The neighbourhood is full of University students and during our stay the traditional graduation processions, pranks, and street parties were in full swing. This would not be everybody’s cup of tea, but the main bedroom at Symphony 12 is away from the street and we only heard the noise at night as we were closing the front shutters. Another advantage of Bologna’s “foody” scene combined with our location, is that we could choose high or low in terms of spending on meals, but it was all delicious. In summary, Symphony 12 was a great experience in terms of general comfort, cleanliness, location, and opportunities to access local culture. ##### Robin H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas G. 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Bologna Great host, fantastic location! ##### Andreas G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhondda N. 16 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bologna We enjoyed it so much. Owners were great! Very spacious apartment! We loved it ##### Rhondda N. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C S. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Five PA Choir singers Our college-aged choristers were stunned at the beautiful rooms and furnishings of La Symphonia, your apartment is aptly named! ... I rather expected we would each be very pleased and we are! Carlotta was so gracious; she actually welcomed us from the living room window when we arrived. Of course the weather today after the rain, is perfect: but cross-ventilation assisted by fans everywhere will be sufficient, and reminds me of childhood summers. Ten-foot ceilings, large windows, a taxi stand out front, two nearby grocers, a pharmacy and trattoria complete the amenities! ##### Susan C S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia J. 17 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay in Historic Bologna We had a wonderful stay at this apartment in the heart of historic Bologna. The location was close to restaurants, shopping and major sights in the city. The apartment itself was charming, filled with art and furniture that were truly Italian. Our flight came in past midnight but Paolo went the extra mile to be there to greet us. We would stay there again in a heartbeat! ##### Sonia J. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine D. 2 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bologna Beauty Museum quality accommodation. Sumptuous antiques and traditional Italian feel. So much luxurious spatial rooms. Close to everything and just a short bus ride to the station. Bellissimo! ##### Catherine D. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sarah P. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great...Unless It Is Warm Outisde The property is really unique and spacious. Very close to everything. But, if it's over 80 degrees Fahrenheit, the apartment is sweltering, even with the windows open. The square below is very loud all night with college students so sleeping with the windows open is useless. The fans do not do much to cool things down. We did not sleep while staying there and left.a day early because it.was going to be 90 degrees outside. I became ill.from the heat. This apartment should not be rented after May until fall. ##### Sarah P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rhuan K. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The good: It is indeed a spacious and nice apartment with a lot of antiques to admire, and very well located.The bad: BEWARE: The listing mentions parking available but this is not the case, there is no parking available for visitors, nor ZTL permits. Considering temporary permits cost 6 per day, and parking is a little fortune overnight (45 inside ztl about 10m walk, 25 at the train station about 20m walk) it will cost you much more than you expect to pay and also walk. The floor was also dirty with a LOT of white hair, so improving the cleaning would be appreciated (you can’t see it because of the beautiful flooring, but if you put your feet on the floor or have a toddler with you, you will quickly notice it). ##### Rhuan K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan B. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful apartment Despite the late June heatwave, we had a wonderful week in Bologna, and were delighted with our accommodation - Paolo's apartment is spacious, comfortable, beautifully furnished and perfectly located, just a short walk from the very centre. As other reviewers have commented, Piazza Aldrovandi gets busy at night, but for us this was one of the big attractions - you really feel immersed in the life of the city. I can't quite understand why some people have complained about the noise. The living room overlooks the piazza, but the main bedroom is on the other side of the apartment and though the piazza was swarming with students into the early hours of the morning, and we had to keep a window open in living room because of the heat, the noise didn't bother us at all. And Paolo could not have been more helpful. We've been to Bologna many times, and I'm sure we'll be returning. This apartment will be our first choice. ##### Jonathan B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharyn K. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First visit to Bologna Roomy apartment. Shower curtain in main bath was awkward and a possible safety issue. Thanks , again ##### Sharyn K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne I. 8 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful 18th Century apt w/modern conveniences! Large, charming apartment in Quadrilatero, near University. Lovely classics period furniture. We felt we were staying at Nonna’s house. Original paintings on every wall. On bus & taxi line. Great for walking and eating. Lively piazza. Highlite for us was taxiing up to San Luca Sanctuary and walking Down the 2.4 miles of porticos. ##### Lynne I. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ---