APPARTAMENTO BLU CENTRO STORICO, Bologna

The apartment sits in the historic centre, on a quiet side street with very little street noise. It is within a 5-minute walk of Bologna's main fountain and 25 minutes from the train station on foot. The surrounding area is packed with restaurants, cafés, shops, and landmarks, all reachable on foot. Public transport and the ZTL zone mean driving is best avoided unless you coordinate parking and a permit with the host. The concierge in the building is available during the day for receiving luggage and local tips.

The apartment features one separate bedroom with a queen bed and a large living room (about 35 m2) with a double sofa bed, dining table, and seating area. It has two full bathrooms (one with shower and bidet, one with toilet), which is a significant plus for families or groups of four. Air conditioning is centralised and controlled via a remote in the hall. Windows have shutters for blackout sleeping. The kitchen is small but well organised with a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine, microwave, and all utensils. The living space is large enough that the sofa bed can be open and still leave ample room. An extra single bed can be added on request. The unit is quiet thanks to its location on a side street, and the property is non-smoking throughout.

The apartment's kitchen contains everything needed to prepare meals, including a stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, and basic cookware. For those wanting to eat out, the immediate surroundings offer a dense range of options: Sentaku Gyoza Bar, Cuvee, Tortellino, Lampadina Cafe, El Saor, Dottor Juice, and El Cantinero are all within 0.3 to 0.5 km. Many provide classic Bolognese cuisine. The host can provide restaurant recommendations - several note that local trattorias serve excellent pasta.

WiFi is available throughout the apartment and is free. Air conditioning is centralised and controlled by a remote. The building has a lift and a daytime concierge who can hold luggage before check-in or after check-out. There is 24-hour security with fire extinguishers and smoke alarms. The host is known for being highly responsive and can provide a ZTL permit if driving. The property is non-smoking throughout.