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Location.
This 4-star Bologna hotel sits opposite Bologna Centrale railway station in the heart of the city. Parco Montagnola is under 1 km (0.4 mi) away. Guests can stroll Via Rizzoli and see the Fountain of Neptune 1.3 km (0.8 mi) south.
Hotel Features.
Starhotels Excelsior features elegant contemporary design. Avorio restaurant, offers traditional local dishes and courtyard views. The restaurant also serves a full American breakfast buffet daily. Fondente bar is onsite.
5 meeting rooms, some featuring natural light, accommodate groups ranging from 30 to 220 people. The hotel offers a business center, complimentary wireless Internet access in public areas, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.
Guests can find art, photography, and design books in the onsite library, or take advantage of the modern fitness facility. Concierge services are available, and staff can arrange tours, car rentals, and laundry/dry-cleaning services. A safe deposit box is available at the 24-hour front desk. This property includes a parking garage (surcharge).
Guestrooms.
193 well-appointed guestrooms at Starhotels Excelsior feature dark wood paneling, elegant fabrics, and parquet flooring or fitted carpets. Rooms feature feather beds, as well as pillow menus. Complimentary wireless Internet access, air conditioning, and remote lighting/drapery/curtain control are provided. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, handheld showers, and bidets. Turndown service is offered nightly.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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 hotel does not offer any accessibility features. Please select a different hotel if you are interested in booking a room with accessibility features.
Avorio - International cuisine and traditional local dishes. Copper columns, mirrors, and courtyard views. Banquets and cocktail parties can be arranged. Full American breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner.
Fondente - Onsite bar.
Room service - Limited hours.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
A tax is imposed by the city for stays beginning 1 September 2012, and will be collected at the property. The tax ranges from EUR 1 to EUR 4 per person, per night. The amount has been determined by the local administration and depends on the length of stay, property classification, and room price. This tax does not apply from the 6th consecutive night of stay onwards, to residents of Bologna, or children under 14 years of age. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For further details, please contact the property using the information contained in the confirmation received after booking.
The hotel provides private airport transfers on request (surcharge). Guests must contact the hotel in advance of arrival to make arrangements. Contact information is provided in the booking confirmation email.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
"In front of Train Station"
Nice hotel near the train station and a 20min walk distance from centerGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great location for train access!,,"
Great location for catching trains, easy access to shopping, great gelato next door ;). Only down side was the noise level at night, the room was stuffy and we had to open the window which made the street noise a bit of a distraction. Very friendly staff, and a lovely breakfast.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Convenient location from train station"
Receptionists were very informative and nice.Walk across the street from the train station and you are there.Main street for shopping just around the corner.Can't beat the location and price.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Disappointing experience"
We chose this hotel because it was close to the train station and mid-city centre. We were two adults and two children and had a room with a double fold-out bed and two single beds - hardly any space between them. The room was very hot and when we enquired we were told the airconditioning had broken down - it had been hot - this was midwinter!Then we […] discovered the restaurant was closed on Saturday nights! This is a rare experience as all hotels I've stayed in with hotels.com have been excellent. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Stopover en route to Venice"
Perfect hotel for our needs, with a short overnight trip to Bologna, on the way to Venice. As close to the train station as we could get, and reasonably close to the town center. The room was quite clean, the breakfast excellent.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great location, nice accommodations."
Our room was nice, the bathroom was very nice. The furnishings looked a little worn, but not bad. The location is just the best right across from the train station if you are traveling around Italy. The hotel is also an easy walk to piazza maggiore, shops and restaurants. We had excellent service in the hotel bar and at the reception desk.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Good for business or couples."
I booked a room for 4 adults and was given a normal room with a sofa bed thrown in. Very uncomfortable to say the least. The air conditioner did not work properly and the staff looked at it twice and claimed it good both times. On the good side the location of the hotel couldn't have been better, the staff was excellent and the price was very good.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great for a family."
This is nice, solid hotel with a free breakfast that provides everything you need and is right a cross the street from Bologna's train station. The service is efficient, the rooms are clean and of course, the area/hotel is safe. They also have rooms that comfortable sleep a family of 4 - truly rare in Italy.Genuine Expedia guest review
"I'd book this hotel again"
Nice hotel, excellent location and service minded staff.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Modern, Elegant and Convenient to train station"
This hotel is clean, modern and very conveniently located across the street from the train station. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful. I'm still questioning why I decided to visit Bologna (it just didn't do it for me). But if you do visit, whether on business or pleasure, this is a great place to stay. Breakfast was included and was served […] in a nice and modern dining room with beautiful banquettes. Our room was clean and spacious. I highly recommend staying here. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
Very quiet & comfortableGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Very nice hotel."
Very well located, good breakfast. AC was not working, we called reception and they said that the manager was not there to let them turn it on. It was very hot, so we had to open the window; we were in front of the train station..., very noisy!!!Genuine Expedia guest review
"Bologna Hotel"
The strongest point of the hotel was the staff. The front desk people were extremely helpful. They printed train schedules and explained the system, called restaurants to make reservations, and were in general, a great source of information about any questions we had. The breakfast restaurant staff coulnd't have been more friendly and helpful, as well […] as the people who took care of our room. The location across from the train station was good for our visit in that we made several day trips during the week to nearby cities. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Excellent hotel and location"
I stayed at the Starhotels Excelsior this last weekend with a friend for a quick two-day trip to Bologna and Ravenna. The location could seriously not be better for the train station, you can literally see it from the doors of the train station. Unlike many hotels in Italy, it's not at all hard to find. We arrived quite early during the day, around […] 9am, but they still let us check in without a problem. The rooms are spacious and extremely well-furnished. I've become used to rather worn hotels/B&B's in Italy and was happy to find myself in a hotel more reminiscent of the USA or England. Everything worked and was clean - which is often not guaranteed in Italian hotels. All of the people we interacted with were more than kind and helpful. Livio at the front desk directed us to a lovely pizzeria called the Rotunda after we asked for his recommendation - it was wonderful. Probably the best pizza I've had in Italy, good wine, and great prices. The included breakfast was also a pleasant surprise. Most hotel breakfasts in Italy are composed of a cafe, a croissant, and maybe some juice if you're lucky. At this hotel there is an enormous spread with just about every breakfast item you could want - including eggs and bacon. We were in heaven. Any time I return to Bologna I will definitely be at this hotel. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"A luxury option for a one-night stop in Bologna"
You can't beat the location right across the street from the train station, so it is a perfect option for a stopover between Florence and Venice. It isn't cheap, but it is extermely clean and modern, and much roomier than expected. The bathroom is much larger than you find in the typical Italian hotel, with full bath tub and television. And the complimentary […] breakfast is also far superior to budget options. Free wireless Internet in the lobby is ideal for cheking in via laptop or smart phone. Not much to do in the immediate neighborhood, but in easy walking distance to the city center. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Can't wait to go back, and happily recommend this hotel to family and friends."
The location was perfect for us, right across the street from the train station. It was a 15 minute walk to historic downtown and lovely high end shopping district. Hotel was nicely appointed, and room was exceptionally clean and cared for. Staff was extremely quick, smart and FRIENDLY. I believe we have a made a couple of permanent friends. We had […] an excellent meal in their restaurant one evening. The meal was presented well, service was excellent and we would love to have more time for more meals. What a terrific place. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great choice in Bologna"
We were only able to stay 1 night, but were very pleased with this hotel. The staff was very helpful and we were able to check in early. Since it is right across the street from the train station, it is very convienent. The tour bus stop is near by, there is a airport shuttle across the street, and the old city center is an easy walk. The hotel is clean […] and modern and the fairly large room nicely appointed with a large, 1st class bathroom. We were most impressed with service. Since our flight left very early, we were going to miss the included breakfast. We I mentioned this at check-in, the clerk offered to have a bag breakfast delivered the night before. They did, and it had a nice variety of bread, an apple, yogart, and cookies. This was the nicest, hotel on our European trip. It does have a business feel, so it might not be for everyone. We loved it! Oh... and at great price. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
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"Great location"
Hotel was nice, and staff was really friendly and helpful. It is literally across the street from the train station which was perfect for our short stay in Bologna. It also was not a bad walk to the main street. Our room was upgraded to a suite at no charge. This hotel is definitely more of a hotel/conference center, but was still a great place to stay […] for vacation. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"If you need a place in front of the train station"
Nothing else is great about this hotel, but if you neeed to stay right in front of the train station this is the one!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"my stay in Bologna"
Hotel is very conveniently located and it has all the amenities. Recommended.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Amazing Value, Location, Comfort, Service!"
Amazing value, location, comfort and service. Nothing to fault!Genuine Expedia guest review
"Central Bolonga Hotel"
Overall the position opposite the Station makes this a great base if you need to travel from Bologna to Firenzie or Milano my forth stay. Calm & polite staff. The room was comfortable however the room safe did not work, the shower would not stay in place and finaaly the handle on the room window was broken and would not open. Apart from these minor […] frustrations the hotel was good value and very central.. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"uexpected surprise"
Stayed here while transit-ing through Italy.Got a great last minute deal and were pleasantly surprised by how nice it was. Big room with huge lovely bathroom. Breakfast was extremely large on selection. Right across the street from the Bologna train startion.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Starhotels Excelsior"
This hotel meets all the highest standards which a discerning traveller demands. The staff were helpful and friendly, the room was clean and comfortable. The location is excellent.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great hotel, great staff."
Hotel staff very friendly,helpful and informative. Location perfect for busses and trains.Hotel cleanliness excellant. Could not ask for more.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Hotel with great location and well priced"
Pleasant and helpful reception staff, good wait staff. Average help from a few encounters with porter. Poor bath drainage affected comfortGenuine Expedia guest review
"Superb!"
Clean, extremely comfortable. Rooms are massive. Breakfast is superb. The only downside was the reception staff were not all that warm or friendly. Not a major complaint as they were very helpful, just a smile would not go amiss especially on arrival! I would still rate this hotel as superb though.Genuine Expedia guest review
"star hotel bologna"
The hotel was excellent except the breakfasts were poor.Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Good hotel"
Excellent hotel. Excellent location. Friendly staff.Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Close to station"
Close to the station which makes it a good base for travelling to other cities/towns in the area.Genuine Expedia guest review
I was pleasantly surprised by this lovely hotel. I stayed for one night for business and was able to access WiFi in looby area. Breakfast was nice in a large room. Lots of staff available to ask questions and good service. I would recoemmend this hotel to others. Opposite train station which was convenient for my stay. I will definitley return for […] my next trip to Bologna. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"A nice hotel all in all"
I was a presenter at the Bologna children's book fair taking place every March. The hotel is situated just outside the train and central bus station, very convenient to anyone who arrives late at night. The room and the hotel were just fine. The staff very helpful, especially a person by the name of Luka who made a few local phonecals for me. Can't […] understand why there isn't a descent Internet connection in the public places and why a cab should take over 15 minutes to arrive. The previous year I stayed at the NH two buildings from there and this hotel is much better, would certainly recommend. BTW, breakfast is included. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"reception staff"
They tried to charge an extra 30 euros to upgrade our room to fit in the babies cot-even though Hotels.com had phoned the hotel on my behalf and booked one. When my daughter told them in Italian that we would phone Hotels.com they backed down. The reception person was not pleasant at all.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Better options available"
This hotel is conveniently located opposite the train station, but a bit of a trek to the Piazza Maggiore and the central area of Bologna. The building is modern and clean, but is sadly one of the few buildings in the city to be completely devoid of any character whatsoever. The rooms are fine, a little small, but a decent amount of storage space and […] the bathrooms have a very good shower, but no bath. Breakfast is served in the basement level restaurant, and I would say it is well below average for a four star. The hot offerings are some very thin bacon, hard boiled eggs and an intensely yellow tray of scrambled egg. It was very uninspiring. There are a few cereals, yoghurts - some of which were out of date, croissants and a couple of cakes, plus a collection of tinned fruits. The bedrooms are equipped with a small safe which I would highly recommend not using as I had a significant amount of cash go missing from mine. The front of house manager took very little interest when I reported the incident. I was really disappointed with my stay at the Starhotels Excelsior and would not return. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
We had a lot of bags and the hotell offered us a free upgrade (without we asked for it) so we could have room for everything. The staff was really friendly and helped us with anything we wanted. The breakfast was nice but small, they didn't have any salad, tomat or cucumber at all but they did a plate for us when we asked for it. We stayed for just […] one day and we liked it and would come back. The hotell is located just by the trainstation so it is a big plus if you travel with a lot of bags (like we did).. It wasn't so close to the city center (1,5 km perhaps) but we didnt mind. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Best value hotel in town"
Such good value for money. I was in town with a group of others who were staying elsewhere. Two of them ended up moving to this hotel and the rest spent every evening either drinking or eating here.Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Central location"
Friendly hotel staff, comfortable room, nice breakfast selection and located opposite train statioin which was handy for exploring Bologna.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Bologna - January 2011"
Good Value, good accomadation with a relaxed professional staff. Have already recommended the Hotel. Finally a great location for access to the centrat train station, only 37 minutes to Firenze !!.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Very average"
Convenient location near the station. Clinical atmosphere – more in tune with business visitors than people on holiday. Room was kept clean and had all facilities you could wish for. Unfortunately the appearance of the room was let down by some brown substance on the wall that appeared to have leaked from the room above and a large damp patch on the […] ceiling. Breakfast was barely adequate – very limited selection of food but the quality was satisfactory. The service was not satisfactory – cups were cracked and it proved difficult to get hold of cutlery, particularly spoons, unless we asked the staff, although this had improved on our last day – perhaps someone had complained. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great comfort. Handy location. Very reasonable."
Got a good deal on the internet. Was over for a wedding so me and my mate got a twin bed room and was only charged for the room, not per person so very very reasonable. Top quality for the price. So much better in every way than the other hotel next door which is supposed to be of similar standard(stayed one night there). Great breakfast! So handy. […] Across from Central train station. Area was fine. I walked from town to hotel in early hours many times and no problems. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Comfortable in Bologna"
The room was large and well appointed. The bed was fantastically comfortable and the service was excellent.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Bologna Star Hotel - like the name!!!"
Excellent hotel in a prime location beside the railway station. Ideal for travelling about Italy. Very close to the town centre and shopping/restaurants.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Star service!"
We were upgraded to a superb room with TV in the bathroom! The staff were extremely helpful, breakfast was excellent with huge choice on offer, the bed was supremely comfortable as were the specialist pillows.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Ottimo hotel- super servizio"
Ottimo hotel, mi sono trovata benissimo. Il personale molto disponibile e cordiale. Le camere molto silenziose (nonostante l'hotel si trovi di fronte alla Stazione ed in prossimita' di una strada molto trafficata) e complete di ogni confort . Squisita e abbondante colazione. Ritornero' molto volentieri in questo hotel e lo consiglio vivamente a tut […] ti. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
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Globalement bon hotel, je le recommandeGenuine Hotels.com guest review
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