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Starhotels Excelsior Bologna, Bologna

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About the Hotel

Viale Pietramellara 51, Bologna, Italy, 40121

Starhotels Excelsior is situated in the vibrant Piazza Maggiore, a medieval square rich with cultural history and monuments. The hotel offers a contemporary setting with a blend of elegance and comfort, making it a favorable choice for both business and leisure travelers. Its proximity to Bologna Centrale train station enhances accessibility for guests, while nearby attractions add to the city's allure. The hotel prioritizes a refined experience with high-quality services and accommodations.

Location

The hotel is strategically located opposite Bologna Centrale railway station, making it especially convenient for travelers. It lies just 1 miles from BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre, facilitating easy access for business events. Nearby, guests will find a wealth of historical sites, shopping areas, and culinary experiences. Moreover, the Marconi Express rail service connects the hotel to the airport, further enhancing travel options.

Rooms

Starhotels Excelsior features 193 well-appointed rooms and suites designed with comfort in mind. Each room is furnished with premium materials and decor, providing an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms, and spacious suites that some offer city views. Family Rooms are available to cater to guests traveling with children, equipped with special amenities.

Eat & Drink

The Avorio Restaurant presents a selection of traditional Bolognese dishes made from high-quality local ingredients. Guests can indulge in regional specialties like tortellini in broth and homemade tagliatelle with meat ragù. The Fondente Bar offers a casual setting for light meals and cocktails, complementing the dining experience with a happy hour featuring snacks. Breakfast includes a wide variety of sweet and savory options, ensuring a flavorful start to the day.

Leisure & Business

Starhotels Excelsior is equipped with five versatile meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 210 participants, complete with modern hi-tech facilities. An expert MICE team is available to support events and meetings, ensuring all logistics are handled professionally. The hotel also features a fitness center for guests looking to maintain their exercise routine during their stay, and standard amenities such as Wi-Fi and concierge services are provided.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe King Room
Max:
2 persons
26 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
City view
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Junior Suite
Max:
2 persons
33 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
City view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Deluxe Triple Room
Max:
3 persons
33 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
City view
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Bathtub
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Bologna4300 ft
Airports
Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) 6.2 mi
Peretola (FLR) 61.0 mi
Train
Bologna Centrale Railway Station700 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baby stroller
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Viale Pietramellara 51, Bologna, Italy, 40121
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Viale Pietramellara 51, Bologna, Italy, 40121
Nearby
Piazza XX Settembre
Porta Galliera
1200 ft
Train stations
Bologna Centrale railway
400 ft
Via Irnerio
Montagnola Park
2000 ft
Galleria C SNC Valle di Zena
Area Archeologico- Naturalistica di Monte Bibele
700 ft
Restaurants
Mercure Bologna Centro Restaurant
200 ft
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 59
Venchi Cioccolato e Gelato
400 ft
Piazza delle Medaglie d'Oro Central Station
Ristorante Bolognese
800 ft
Galleria Due Agosto 1980 4 angolo via Boldrini
I Re Di Napoli
800 ft
Via Giovanni Amendola 8
Il Veliero
1100 ft
Via Milazzo 111
Lord Bar di Pelacani Roberto
1700 ft
Via Dell'Indipendenza 74/m
Trattoria Da Romano
900 ft
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 15
La Lanterna
1500 ft
Piazza dei Martiri 1943-45

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
80%
liked the hotel and would stay again
spacious rooms
helpful service
limited dining
twin beds instead of requested queen or king
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
7.7
Location
8.3
Service
8.4
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 22 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 9275 reviews
John
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.6/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, while equipped with convenient amenities like a kettle for tea and coffee, may feel a bit cramped for longer stays and front-facing rooms may not offer a peaceful morning due to noise. On the bright side, having a separate dressing closet was a nice touch. The service was generally good, with accommodating staff even though at times it felt a bit rushed. The location, right across from the train station, is ideal for exploring nearby cities, but it might lack the serene atmosphere of the central area of Bologna. The dining options provided a nice variety but could be improved with more traditional offerings. Overall, a decent stay with room for enhancement in certain areas.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms come with a useful kettle for making tea and coffee but may feel tight for longer stays. The separate dressing closet is a practical addition.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and accommodating, though occasionally felt rushed.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location right opposite the train station is great for accessing nearby cities, although it lacks the charm of the central area of Bologna.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a nice variety of products but could benefit from more traditional options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides typical facilities suitable for a comfortable stay.
Timothy
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were quiet, although a bit small, and overlooked the car park or terrace area. The service was excellent, very helpful and professional. The location was convenient for the train station and within walking distance of the town center, offering easy access to attractions. The dining experience was average with limited breakfast options. Overall, a good value for those traveling by train or car.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were quiet and overlooked the car park or terrace area.
Service
9.0
The service was superbly helpful and professional.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for the train station and a short walk to the town center.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was mediocre with limited breakfast options.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers basic facilities.
Andrew
United States of America, January  2024
7.2/10

The hotel had a strong smell of perfumed air freshener, causing me a headache, but it was surprisingly spacious and well-appointed with stylish dark-wood and hardwood floors. The good price made up for the discomfort.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms smelled strongly of perfumed air freshener, giving me a headache, but they were surprisingly large and well-apportioned with stylish dark-wood and hardwood floors.
Service
7.0
The service from the staff was friendly, generous, and helpful, although the reception staff were a bit inefficient.
Location
8.0
The location was great, very close to the train station, allowing easy access in and out of the city, but noise from the station-road side could disturb sleep.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, with a variety of sweet options but not much salty food. The price of €15 per person was reasonable.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a good range of facilities.
Sarah
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.0/10

The hotel was perfectly located right in front of the 'Bologna Centrale' train station, offering easy access to the city's sites, shopping, and restaurants. The room had a charming old-style with dark wood paneling and parquet floors I enjoyed, though it showed signs of age and needed renewal. The service, particularly by the restaurant staff, was very kind, helpful, and knowledgeable, making me feel well taken care of. The dining experience, similar to that of a 3-star hotel, was a bit disappointing with limited choices and not very tasty meals. The hotel facilities were adequate, showcasing a mix of positives and negatives.

Rooms
7.0
The room was quite large with a roomy walk-in closet and a decent size bathroom, featuring dark wood paneling and parquet floors that I liked.
Service
8.0
The restaurant staff were friendly and ready to assist with information, yet a bit more organization could enhance the overall service experience.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, directly across from the main train station and a short stroll away from the city center and major attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining offering was average, more akin to that of a 3-star hotel with limited choices and not particularly flavorful dishes.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities offered a basic level of comfort and convenience, meeting essential needs without any standout features.
Sean
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located right opposite the central train station. The rooms are spacious with very comfortable double beds. The staff is extremely nice and helpful, making every interaction pleasant. However, dining options may need more variety. The location is great for easy access to public transportation and a short walk to the city center.

Rooms
8.0
My room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff provided excellent service from check-in to all subsequent interactions.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location right opposite the train station is very convenient for accessing public transportation and exploring the city.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not great, with limited menu options and low-quality service.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers essential facilities for a comfortable stay.
Phil
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious and well laid out, but not up to the category I expected and not as clean as I hoped for. The service was a bit of a letdown overall, except for a standout employee named Anarita. The location was fantastic for exploring Bologna, being right across from the train station. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with a nice spread of local delicacies but falling short in some areas. The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.

Rooms
7.0
My room was spacious and well laid out, but not as clean as I would have liked.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit disappointing overall, except for the exceptional Anarita who stood out.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic for exploring Bologna, right across from the train station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows, with a nice spread of local delicacies but some areas falling short.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but could benefit from some improvements.
George
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.4/10

The hotel exceeded my expectations with its spacious and comfortable rooms, perfect for relaxing after a long day of exploring. The service was top-notch, with a friendly and supportive staff always ready to assist. The location was convenient for both leisurely walks to the main square and easy access to the train station. While the dining experience left much to be desired, the overall value for money was excellent.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were a lot better and larger than the photos, offering a comfortable space to unwind. Having a relaxing bath after a day of walking was truly fantastic. They were decent sized and kept clean.
Service
8.0
The service was really professional and polite, with a very friendly and supportive staff at the front desk and during breakfast. However, some clients felt overlooked, although the overall atmosphere was lovely and welcoming.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was good, being near the train station for easy day trips and within walking distance of Bologna center, although finding parking behind the hotel was a bit inconvenient.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a mix of disappointment and satisfaction. While the food variety was decent, there were some letdowns in quality like insipid scrambled eggs and low-quality cold cuts.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory, with no major issues reported.
Francis
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The rooms were really nice and spacious enough, though the twin beds were a bit of a letdown since I had requested a queen or king. The service was welcoming and extremely helpful, adding to the positive experience. The location was very good, especially for easy access to the center of Bologna, although the dining options were a little limited. The facilities were satisfactory, meeting basic needs for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were really nice and spacious enough, but having twin beds instead of a requested queen or king was a downside.
Service
9.0
The service was welcoming and extremely helpful throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location was very good for walking to the center of Bologna and convenient for using the train station for commuting.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some limitations in the selection, but it was not a major issue.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided basic facilities that served my needs during the stay.
spacious rooms
limited dining
Jenny
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located right in front of the train station, providing easy access to the city's attractions by foot. The rooms, though not large, offer a quiet and cozy stay. The service was exceptional, with warm and helpful staff accommodating early check-ins. The dining options were average, favoring local coffee shops, and the overall value for money is noteworthy.

Rooms
8.0
The room, located at the back of the hotel facing the city, was quiet and available even before the check-in time.
Service
9.0
The staff was very polite, helpful, and friendly, making the stay welcoming and accommodating early check-ins.
Location
9.0
The hotel's excellent location directly opposite the train station allowed for easy access to city sites by foot and proximity to shopping and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were normal, nothing extraordinary but satisfactory if you prefer local food and easy access to meals.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers standard facilities, suitable for a comfortable stay in the historical city center.
John
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a much bigger bathroom, making it perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The staff was incredibly attentive and professional, always ready to assist with a smile. The convenient location, just a short walk from all the main attractions and right across from the station, made it super easy to get around. However, the dining experience left much to be desired with limited options. Overall, a great value for the fantastic experience.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, well-maintained, and great for the family to relax in. Loved the extras like the wine bottle opener, electric kettle with teas, and both glass and plastic cups.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly, attentive, and worked efficiently to get me checked in and out quickly. They were always busy but still made time to assist with a smile.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, close to all the tourist attractions and just a minute's walk from the Airport Bus stop. Super convenient for late arrivals!
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit basic and slow with coffee orders, but the quality was decent overall. Not a wide variety, but satisfactory.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities met my needs but nothing extraordinary. It was a comfortable stay with all the essentials.
Frederick
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is perfectly located right across from the train station, making it convenient for transportation. The rooms are quiet, cozy, and exceptionally clean with a very comfortable bed. The service is friendly and helpful, providing great advice on local attractions. However, the dining experience is average, and the paid breakfast could be improved. Overall, it's a valuable stay with some minor maintenance issues in the rooms.

Rooms
8.0
My room was quiet, cozy, and exceptionally clean with a very comfortable bed.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and provided great advice on places to visit.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location right across from the train station is perfect for transport, though not very central for exploring the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, and the paid breakfast could be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, though some general upkeep in the rooms is needed.
Joseph
United States of America, September  2023
9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were spacious, well-appointed, and so neat! The service was top-notch, with a friendly welcome and helpful staff. The location couldn't be more perfect, right in front of the train station. However, the dining experience was a bit basic, reflecting the lower price. Overall, it was a great value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The room was big, clean, and pretty much as expected. WOW, so clean, well-appointed, spacious, and quiet!
Service
9.0
The staff were just excellent, especially Andrea at the front desk who was truly professional and went out of his way to make my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, right in front of the train station and very near the city center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, including the staff. It was awesome!
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, offering everything I needed during my stay.
George
United States of America, September  2023
7.2/10

The hotel's location is perfect for those arriving by train and wanting quick access to the city center, though it might not be the safest choice for solo female travelers wanting to venture out at night. The rooms, although reasonably sized with well-fitted bathrooms, had a slight musty smoke smell that made the atmosphere feel like a sauna. The service was friendly and helpful, with a good level of professionalism. The dining experience, though including a nice mix of hot and cold buffet options, was marked as very expensive. Being situated just across from the railway station, the location is convenient for train travelers.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a slight musty smoke smell and felt like a sauna at 27 degrees, but were of reasonable size with a well-fitted bathroom.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful, with a good level of professionalism.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is perfect for train travelers, being just next to the train station and a short walk to the city center, shopping street, and most restaurants. However, it may not be the best choice for solo female travelers wanting to go out at night.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered a mix of hot and cold buffet options catering to everyone, though noted as very expensive.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate and functional for a comfortable stay.
Convenient Location
Musty Smoke Smell
Peter
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers quiet and spacious rooms with excellent facilities and a great location. The service is incredibly welcoming and personal, with a special birthday upgrade. Its location, right across from the train station, is convenient for both business and leisure travelers. The dining experience is average, with limited choices. The facilities are well-maintained, making for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
8.0
My executive room was very large and nice.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly welcoming, personal, happy, and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is ideal, right across from the main train station and a short walk to the city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were limited, but the service staff were kind and accommodating.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities are well-maintained.
Mark
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.6/10

The hotel offers fantastic rooms that are spacious, beautiful, and well-furnished, providing a very comfortable experience, although in need of renovation due to a badly stained carpet that raises concerns. The service was absolutely amazing, with helpful staff who even provided a breakfast bag for early check-out. The location is ideal for travelers interested in Bologna or those using the rail connections nearby. The dining experience was top-notch, offering a variety of options to cater to international tastes.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were fantastic, spacious, and beautiful, with complimentary coffee, tea, and toiletries. However, the badly stained carpet was a major drawback.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with welcoming and helpful staff that went above and beyond to assist guests.
Location
8.0
The location is perfect for both tourists and business travelers, especially for those arriving by train. However, caution may be needed for solo female travelers at night.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, offering a variety of hot and cold dishes, fruits, pastries, and freshly made cappuccino.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers abundant facilities and amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for guests.
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