Royal Hotel Carlton

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, near Piazza Maggiore
VIP Access

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Exterior
Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior
Rooftop terrace
Turkish bath, massages

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO, 40121
  • Place, PalaDozza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, BolognaFiere
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪10 min drive‬
VIP Access
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Room options

Family Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bologna

Located in Historic Center, Royal Hotel Carlton is adjacent to Via Indipendenza and within a 10-minute stroll of Montagnola Park. This 4-star hotel has 236 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • PalaDozza - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza Maggiore - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Bologna - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • BolognaFiere - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Trebbo Corticella-lame Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starhotels Excelsior - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Onda Marina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Leggera - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Biancolatte Bistrot - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Royal Hotel Carlton

Hotel with a sauna, near Piazza Maggiore
At Royal Hotel Carlton, guests have access to a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, self parking is EUR 28 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
32-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, free newspapers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club and a sauna.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 28 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Spoon

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger 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 15 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 28 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT037006A1CEIJBASK

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

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.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Royal Hotel Carlton?

Royal Hotel Carlton provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Hotel Carlton?

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Hotel Carlton on Oct 30, 2025 start from $233.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Royal Hotel Carlton?

This hotel is situated in Historic Center, just steps from Via Indipendenza and Montagnola Park, and within a short walk of Bologna Museum of Modern Art. You'll also find Piazza Maggiore and Ducati Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Royal Hotel Carlton?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 28 per night. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Royal Hotel Carlton?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Royal Hotel Carlton include a casino at the property?

No, Royal Hotel Carlton doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Royal Hotel Carlton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Royal Hotel Carlton?

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

Does Royal Hotel Carlton have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Royal Hotel Carlton have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal Hotel Carlton serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Spoon.

Will Royal Hotel Carlton allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Royal Hotel Carlton for a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Royal Hotel Carlton have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Royal Hotel Carlton?

The closest major airport to Royal Hotel Carlton is Bologna Airport (BLQ), which is 6.2 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Royal Hotel Carlton?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Royal Hotel Carlton.