ASTORIA DELUXE ROOMS, Bologna

The property is well placed for train travellers, with the station within a short walk and the Marconi Express airport shuttle also easily reachable. MAMbo is 5 minutes on foot, and the main square is a comfortable 19-minute stroll. The neighbourhood is residential and considered practical for accessing both the historic centre and public transport, though some users have noted it can feel less vibrant at night. Several cafés and restaurants are within a few blocks, including Trattoria Da Romano, Il Veliero, and Bar Max, all about 300 metres away. Cars can drive directly to the hotel as it is outside the restricted traffic zone (ZTL), which is a significant advantage for drivers.

Each room is equipped with soundproof walls, a private bathroom with shower, bidet, and hairdryer, a TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, and a safe. The accommodation is divided between the main hotel building and a separate annexe about 200 metres away. Rooms in the annexe are generally larger and some include a shared kitchen with hob and fridge, though no cutlery or cookware is provided. Air conditioning is present, but its performance has been inconsistent in the annexe. The furniture, while modern, has been noted to show signs of wear. The quadruple room sleeps four with 2 beds, while double and triple rooms offer 1 or 2 beds respectively. Standard room amenities include a tea/coffee maker, free toiletries, and a work desk.

Breakfast is served in the main hotel building where check-in takes place, not in the separate accommodation building. The buffet includes a good selection of bread, pastries, cereals, hot drinks, and fruit, with gluten-free alternatives provided. For those who prefer to eat out, a cluster of cafés and restaurants - including Bar Max, Trattoria Da Romano, Il Veliero, and Zenzero Ristorante Bistrot - is within a 5-minute walk. The accommodation rooms do not contain any breakfast supplies or facilities beyond a kettle, so guests not including breakfast will need to plan accordingly.

The property offers bicycles free of charge for exploring Bologna, and secure storage is provided (can include bringing the bike into the room upon request). Rafting is also available in the surroundings. The fitness centre is located in the main hotel building, so guests staying in the annexe should plan their visits accordingly.

The 24-hour front desk allows late arrivals and early departures, and luggage can be left free of charge before check-in and after check-out. Wi-Fi is free in all rooms, though coverage can be weak in some annexe rooms. Parking is private, covered, and gated, located at the main hotel (€15-€18 per day), but reservation is not possible and spaces are subject to availability upon arrival. Air conditioning, heating, and key-card access are standard. Cots are available on request. Cleaning standards have been described as inconsistent, particularly in the annexe rooms.