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Central City Inn

Hotel in Bologna, near University of Bologna

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Executive Suite
Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Single Room
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July

Room options

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External)

Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Via Jacopo Barozzi 2, Bologna, BO, 40100

What's nearby

  • University of Bologna - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Two Towers - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Piazza Maggiore - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • BolognaFiere - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • PalaDozza - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

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

  • ‪Bar Bianco Bologna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bar 2 M. M. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Bolognese - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Le Arcate - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Il Panino - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Central City Inn

Hotel near University of Bologna
Close to Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere, Central City Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Central City Inn include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Showers, bidets and free toiletries
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English, Italian, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Return 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

  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per room (return)
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number IT037006B4VOHF5QTL

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

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 Central City Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 6 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central City Inn on 4 July 2025 start from AU$248.71, including 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 time is check-in at Central City Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 1:30 AM for a fee of EUR 10.00.

What time is check-out at Central City Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Central City Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM-midnight on request. A fee of EUR 30 per room applies.

Where is Central City Inn located?

Located in Santo Stefano, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Montagnola Park and University of Bologna. Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 8 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 8 minutes.

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Central City Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

Everything was perfect, host was extremely welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Excellent option very near to train station. Great room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

4/10

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

10/10

It is very close to Bologna Central Station. You can also walk to the old town of Bologna. The rooms are clean, neat and comfortable. International travellers should be aware that they need to call the room owner when checking in.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

4/10

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

8/10

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

It was raining, after having tried the intercom several times, with no answer, had to call them otherwise I would have to find another place. They asked me if I was in the right place… I was not told how to reenter the building after the check in time so I had no dinner. The shower was ok as were the towels. I could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10

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

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

8/10

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

6/10

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

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

4/10

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

8/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

フィレンツェに連泊中に、日帰り旅行でベネチアにいきましたが、ベネチアからフィレンツェに帰る最終電車が19:40だと知らず、20:00にベネチア駅に行ってショックを受けました。とりあえずフィレンツェの近くまで行こうと、ボローニャのホテルを探してセントラルシティインに予約しました。着いたのが夜中の12時ごろなのに、嫌な顔一つせず、スタッフのFabioがホテルの前の道路まで迎えにきてくれました。スタッフのFabioも、電話で予約を受けてくれた女性も、とても親切でした。部屋も素敵で清潔で、本当に素晴らしいホテルでした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

le immagini su hotels non sono della camera da me scelta e a me assegnata; il bagno esterno alla camera, anche se privato, non è adeguatamente evidenziato, anzi le foto sono tutte di stanze con bagno in camera.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Hyggeligt værelse, rigtig god seng. Lejlighed bygget om til hotel værelser, Husk at ringe inden ankomst. Ligger rigtig godt og centralt, få hundrede meter fra togstation og fortovs restauranter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024