Hotel University

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, a short walk to University of Bologna

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Reception
Breakfast area
Lobby sitting area
Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, blackout drapes
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via Mentana 7, Bologna, BO, 40126
  • Two Towers
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Bologna
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Piazza Maggiore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Located in Historic Center, Hotel University is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as University of Bologna and Piazza Maggiore. Each of the 21 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a minibar, a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Two Towers - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Bologna - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piazza Maggiore - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • PalaDozza - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 15 min walk
  • Castenaso Station - 15 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gessetto Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Va Mo Là - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Casa di Simeone Mario - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Rubik - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel University

Hotel with a bar, a short walk to University of Bologna
Guests staying at Hotel University enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Self parking is offered for EUR 20 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Minibars, coffee makers, and phones are also standard.

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 5 per accommodation, per day (maximum EUR 20 per stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per accommodation, per day (maximum EUR 20 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT037006A1G8Z7SKSR

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Hotel University
Hotel University Bologna
Hotel University Hotel
Hotel University Bologna
Hotel University Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel University?

Hotel University provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Hotel University?

This hotel is situated in Historic Center within a short 8-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore and also 18 minutes on foot from PalaDozza. You'll also find Teatro Comunale di Bologna and Via Indipendenza less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel University?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 20 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Hotel University include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel University doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel University?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel University?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a minibar, a down comforter, and slippers.

Does Hotel University have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel University have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel University doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel University allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel University for a fee of EUR 5 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel University?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Hotel University?

The closest major airport to Hotel University is Bologna Airport (BLQ), which is 6.4 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel University?

No, at Hotel University, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Hotel University Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

qiaoyu

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hospitality from our hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Oleg, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet place. Close enough to the center and to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to all the historical landmarks, excellent condition and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would stay here again!

Great price. Very friendly staff. Great location and spacious room, small shower but perfect for me!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas P

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Economy hotel…. Uncomfortable beds. Great location !!!! Staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer Vania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option for 1 night or 2

Great location, small room but has everything you need to stay but a day or two. The staff was very friendly and gave us very good recommendations for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Saveen, bayonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a decent place for 2 night stay- just very loud from the outside and no air conditioning or fan. It’s not the season for air conditioning here
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

diren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First of all, I would like to thank all the hotel staff very much. They were very friendly and warm-blooded. My room was very clean and it was very close to the city centre. It is definitely a hotel that I can recommend for your short-term holidays
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Helpful staff Best place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ceana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was great, very informative and nice. The room was fine but the bed was very hard. They gave me some extra pillows so that was really nice. AC worked well and the location is walkable to many restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cafeteria in the basement smelled of chemicals during breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob - Marianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean, hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

K A

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend!

Really well kept and comfortable place with great 24/7 front desk. Three of us stayed in a triple room, which was comfortable and spacious enough, updated everything, and great shower. We opted into the breakfast, only 10 euro for three people, which was good and convenient for our exit to the airport. Highly recommend this hotel and will stay again next time we are in Italy’s most delicious city.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not particularly impressed with this hotel. The location is great, so if you don’t mind staying in a worn down hotel just to have the location, then this place is fine. But the restroom was dirty and there were hairs underneath our sheets. Everything could use a serious upgrade, the ceiling was literally falling apart. There were chunks that were falling down onto us. Our shower drain was clogged and left a nasty smell. For the price we paid, I was not satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Nathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location & great service

Hotel is in a great location to walk around the city. The service was excellent. We requested a crib for our daughter and it was ready to be used upon arrival. Also, the front staff gave us a great service and gave a milk to my daughter for free given that it was late and we couldn’t find a place open to buy one -very appreciated!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

onteria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Boutique Hotel On The Canal

Staff was great!! No elevator but they assist you with your luggage to/from room... Bottle of Champagne was a nice touch!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Even though through expedia we could see that the hotel offers a free parking, once we arrived there we have been informed that there was no available parking and that we have to park either at a private parking with a cost of 24€ for 24hr or park anywhere in the street outside hotel for 9€ for 24hr and the receptionist specifically said “ just pay at any pay&display machine...” likely they allowed us to park temporary on a spot outside hotel in order to check in.. after check-in we got the car to find a spot for parking.. after driving for 10 minutes around we finally found a parking space.. trying to pay at the machine we figured out that wasn’t actually 9€ but much more.. As at the machine the only available language was italian we thought that may be we are making a mistake so we decide to ask someone around.. nobody speaks english there btw.. after 10-15 minutes we finally find a traffic officer and she told us that the hotel has to provide us with the ticket that cost €9, no need of a display ticket from the machine. We went back to hotel to ask about this tickets.. and after complaining that they weisted our time he guy said “but you didn’t ask me for that ticket!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok for a short visit

The location is great, you can walk from the train station and it is pretty close to all the main tourist attractions. The hotel is old, but I guess ok for a short visit and just to go to sleep. The worst thing for me is that you can see mold in the bathroom. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Amazing location and good value overall, beds were not very comfortable though and a fan in the room would have been good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019