HOTEL HOLIDAY- ALLA FINESTRELLA, Bologna

The property is on a quiet side street within easy walking distance to all major attractions, shops, and the central market. The train station is 10-15 minutes on foot, and the airport bus stop is close by. The location is particularly convenient for exploring the city centre on foot; within a 5-minute walk there are numerous restaurants, bars, cafés, and a Conad supermarket a minute away. The streets are well lit and feel safe at night. A free shuttle is available to/from Bologna's main exhibitions on request. Parking is in a restricted traffic zone - it is essential to notify the hotel in advance if driving.

The hotel offers a range of room types including single, double, twin, quadruple, family rooms, and studios with a kitchenette (equipped with stovetop, refrigerator, oven, and utensils). Some rooms have views of the historic centre; none have a balcony or terrace. Air conditioning is available in every room but remote control buttons may be non-functional and several units have been reported as ineffective or leaking. Windows can be opened, but the building has thin walls - noise from corridor, neighbouring rooms, and cleaning staff can be an issue, especially for light sleepers. The family rooms can accommodate a cot (available for €5/night) and have a separate seating area. The studio with kitchen requires that guests clean the kitchenware themselves; housekeeping does not wash dishes. Some rooms have been noted to smell of smoke or have humidity/mold issues. For guests needing more space, requesting a higher-floor or larger room may improve comfort.

Breakfast is a continental buffet including bread, pastries, cheese, ham, and hot drinks. Selection is limited and quality is fair; guests should choose their preferred items by 10 PM the previous day and are assigned a specific time slot due to the small lobby seating area. For those not opting for the paid breakfast, a free coffee/tea machine is available in the lobby all day. The surrounding area offers dozens of restaurants, trattorias, and pizzerias within a 2-3 minute walk. The hotel does not have a restaurant or bar, but room service and packed lunches are available on request.

The property does not have a spa, wellness centre, gym, sauna, or swimming pool. Selected double rooms feature a spa bath or sauna as in-room extras. Leisure options are limited to the shared lounge/TV area and complimentary board games/puzzles. The hotel's main draw is its central location for exploring Bologna's sights, restaurants, and nightlife on foot.

The hotel is open 24 hours with a front desk staffed around the clock. WiFi is free and stable in all areas. Luggage storage is not a dedicated room - bags can be left in the lobby area (monitored by cameras) before check-in from 2 PM and after check-out until 1 PM. Daily housekeeping is included (though some rooms have reported irregular deep cleaning). Additional services include laundry/dry cleaning for a fee, fax/photocopying, and a shared lounge. On-site parking costs €25/day and must be reserved when booking. The hotel is in a restricted traffic zone - guests arriving by car must notify reception in advance for entry instructions. Payment is accepted by American Express, Visa, Maestro, CartaSi, MasterCard (but city tax is cash only).