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Central City Inn

Hotel in Bologna, near Piazza Maggiore

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Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
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Exterior
Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Via Jacopo Barozzi 2, Bologna, BO, 40100
  • University of Bologna
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Piazza Maggiore
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • BolognaFiere
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Located in Santo Stefano, Central City Inn is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere. Each of the 4 rooms at this hotel includes a refrigerator, a minibar, and an electric kettle.

What's nearby

  • University of Bologna - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza Maggiore - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • BolognaFiere - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • PalaDozza - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 8 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 12 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frida Nel Parco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Super Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Attibassi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Estravagario - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Central City Inn

Hotel in Bologna, near Piazza Maggiore
At Central City Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and express check-in. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 30 per room roundtrip, as well as an area shuttle for a fee. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with tours or tickets, and offer sightseeing advice. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
52-inch LED TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to midnight on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 10.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per room (roundtrip)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 10.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.
Property Registration Number IT037006B4VOHF5QTL

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher 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 cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Central City B&B Bologna
Central City Bologna
Central City Inn Hotel
Central City Inn Bologna
Central City Inn Hotel Bologna
Central City B B
Orient Express City B B
Central City Inn Hotel
Central City Inn Bologna
Central City Inn Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Central City Inn?

Central City Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Central City Inn?

As of Sep 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central City Inn on Sep 28, 2025 start from $158.38, 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 near Central City Inn?

This hotel is situated in Santo Stefano, just steps from Montagnola Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Via Indipendenza and Teatro Testoni Ragazzi. You'll also find Piazza Maggiore and Ducati Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Central City Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Central City Inn have a casino?

No, Central City Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Central City Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Central City Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and Egyptian cotton sheets in each guestroom and city views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Central City Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Central City Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Central City Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Central City Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Central City Inn for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Central City Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Central City Inn?

The closest major airport to Central City Inn is Bologna Airport (BLQ), which is 6.2 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Central City Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Central City Inn.

Central City Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 99 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very nice and the staff is very accommodating. The only issue is the area around the hotel can seem a bit sketchy, especially after dark.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

margherita

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The windows were facing a very, very busy street and the traffic started at six in the morning and went on for at least three hours
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Zoran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The location is difficult to find, the listed phone numbers do not work and the process for gaining access to your room is super inconvenient. The location is close to the train station but is a bit of a seedy area. However….. the biggest issue is the staff. Or rather, the lack thereof. This place doesn’t have many rooms but it still takes them 2.5 hours to respond to WhatsApp messages. Also…. Only once you get there do you find out there isn’t really any luggage storage but they will hold it for you for €10 due to their inconvenience. It’s like….. excuse me? Paying customers are now an inconvenience? No Thankyou. It’s a shame because the room itself is more than adequate, if a little noisy. Also, 2 coffee pods in a room that can accomodate 3 people for days, is at least 4 pods short. The owners are frugal and stingy and I’d recommend you stay elsewhere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, Merrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kristina & Fabio were warm and welcoming. Fabio gave us great pointers. The apartment is spacious, very clean, and it’s location is superb!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Emphasis on apartment; not a hotel or Inn

This is not a hotel or an Inn. You are renting a room in someone’s 3 BDR apartment where you will be sharing a hallway that leads to your door. The room we had (#1) was modern and had an ensuite. But there is zero service; no lobby; no personal contact whatsoever.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE ALESSIO, MEXICO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option very near to train station. Great room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Santo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Holly, Boulder

Liked: Cleanliness
First off, not an Inn- some private rooms in an apartment building. Be sure to arrange check-in ahead of time. Host was friendly but not at the 'inn'. Room was smallish, bathroom was nice, private and across the hall. Not a very inviting area of town but across from the regional bus station, not too far from train station. Not a pleasant night walk to the historic part of town. We chose it because of train proximity. Bed not US type king, more like a queen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was well equipped and decorated. The bed was super comfy. Check-in and checkout were easy and quick. Kristina was available to answer any of our questions quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good size room, close to train station and about 15 minute walk to the city centre. Very helpful host. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like others have said, it was difficult to locate this property, because we were looking for a hotel, not a room in an apartment house. Once there, the owner did allow us to store our suitcases. The room is modern and clean and attractive with a window on a main Street. there are many street people in the area. It would’ve been good to have some mugs and some utensils. There are only very small plastic, espresso, cups and glasses. But there was a mini fridge and a one cup coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Staff & service

It’s not a hotel. It is a room in a private flat

When ticking the ‘hotel only’ filter this property is shown as a hotel. It isn’t. It’s a room in a residential apartment. No front desk, no staff at any point in our stay just a WhatsApp message about how to let ourselves into their apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Whilst staff were very helpful, the property wasn’t as described. It isn’t a Hotel or Inn, just a room in a residential block. Quite difficult to find - no exterior sign and only be peering through barred securely doors could we see a name which was similar ( amongst many plaques). There was nobody there for check in although we had arranged a time, but they came quickly when we contacted them. There is no luggage storage though that was advertised, but the owners were helpful and allowed us to leave bags when we queried this. Our room was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Nataliia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

сложности заселения

Это не отель, апартаменты, ванная комната отдельно, со своим ключем), были сложности при заселении, на месте никого нет, нужно заранее созваниваться или списываться с хозяином. Эти трудности создали неприятное впечатление, остальное нормально - комната чистая, добираться удобно.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable from the train station, bus station, and central Bologna. Impeccably clean, close to two delicious cafes and numerous eating spots - both sit down and take out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Raisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Celine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a perfect location to visit historic Bologna. Offers onsite parking and is within walking distance to all of the city’s historic places! The hosts were excellent in communicating and giving great recommendations. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was pleasant. Large with a nice bathroom. It was definitely more like an air B and B than a hotel. Took me by surprise since it was unlike anything I booked on Expedia before. Finding it and getting access had air B and B quirkiness.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No front desk that I could see. Couldn't use free airport shuttle because the proprietor didn't get up that early. No lounge or common area. No chair to sit in in the room. Bed frame uncomfortable. No obvious signage for the 'hotel'. I had to run the gauntlet of three locks to get in the room. No food available on site .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Saori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022