The Sydney Hotel

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Bologna

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Executive Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Via Michelino 73, Bologna, BO, 40127
  • Place, BolognaFiere
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, EuropAuditorium Theater
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bologna
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Business Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Comfort Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Executive Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Camera Tripla Executive

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Located in Bologna Fiere District, The Sydney Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as BolognaFiere and EuropAuditorium Theater. This 207-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to the convention center in central Bologna and also close to Parco Nord Arena and Luigi Bombicci Museum of Mineralogy.

What's nearby

  • BolognaFiere - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • EuropAuditorium Theater - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parco Nord Arena - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Caserme Rosse - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • University of Bologna - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna Fiere Station - 6 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 9 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paninoteca/Snack Bar Fiera - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Vita - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Casalone - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pinsa Un Po - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Sydney Hotel

Pet-friendly hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Bologna
Guests of The Sydney Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace.
30-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Minibars, electric kettles, and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ristorante Opera

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2,713 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per stay
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child stays free when using existing bedding

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 037006-AL-00098

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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.
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

Novotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera
Novotel Fiera
Novotel Fiera Hotel
Novotel Fiera Hotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera Hotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera Hotel
Bologna Novotel
Novotel Bologna Fiera
The Sydney Hotel Hotel
The Sydney Hotel Bologna
The Sydney Hotel Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Sydney Hotel?

The Sydney Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of The Sydney Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bologna Fiere District, close to Piazza Maggiore, EuropAuditorium Theater, and Via Indipendenza. You'll also find Fountain of Neptune and Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Sydney Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does The Sydney Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Sydney Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sydney Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 7:30 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

What do couples enjoy most about The Sydney Hotel?

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

Does The Sydney Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Sydney Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Sydney Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Ristorante Opera.

Does The Sydney Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Sydney Hotel for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per stay.

Does The Sydney Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Sydney Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Sydney Hotel is Bologna Airport (BLQ), which is 6.1 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Sydney Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Sydney Hotel.

Does The Sydney Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Sydney Hotel.