MAGNOLIA ITALIAN HOSTINGS, Bologna

The property is located on a quiet street in a historic building, yet it places the most famous sights within a 5-minute walk: Piazza Maggiore, Via dell'Indipendenza, Bologna's Two Towers, Santo Stefano Church and La Macchina del Tempo. The train station is about 15 minutes on foot, making day trips or airport connections practical. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 11 km away. There is a supermarket next door and a small fruit and vegetable shop opposite the entrance. A variety of cafés, restaurants, wine bars and mini-markets are within 0.5 km, including a coffee shop on the ground floor. Given this density of services, a car is unnecessary for most travellers-walking covers the entire historic centre. For those who do drive, public parking is available nearby but costs €35 per day and needs advance booking.

Accommodation options include a spacious 2-bedroom apartment with a seating area, kitchen access and 2 bathrooms (one with bath, one with shower), and double rooms with a private bathroom. All rooms are air-conditioned and have soundproofed walls, parquet floors, a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a desk, ironing facilities and free toiletries. Many rooms offer city views; some overlook a quiet inner courtyard. Others have a balcony or a patio. Certain double rooms feature a mezzanine/loft bed arrangement accessed by a ladder-an option that adds charm but requires climbing. The bathrooms are notably spacious and clean. The 2-bedroom apartment also includes a washing machine. Rooms are well-suited for solo travellers, couples or friends; thanks to soundproofing and quiet courtyard-facing rooms, noise is rarely an issue.

The property does not operate a restaurant or serve breakfast, but the location is surrounded by dining options. More than eight eateries are within 300 metres, including L'antica Pizzeria da Michele, La Prosciutteria, San Martino Bistrot and Piedra del Sol. There's also a coffee shop on the ground floor (UNO Caffe Olistico) and a minimarket on site. For breakfast, nearby cafés serve Italian-style pastries and coffee; some offer Arabic-style breakfasts. The host can provide personalised recommendations for lunch and dinner spots. A grocery delivery service is available (free), useful for stocking the in-room kettle and mini-fridge.

There is no spa, wellness centre or swimming pool on site, but the surrounding area offers rafting opportunities along the Reno River or nearby waterways. Inside the property, board games are available, and the outdoor terrace and shared balcony provide space to relax. For those seeking a cultural or active city break, all of Bologna's historic landmarks and shopping streets are within walking distance.

Services include a minimarket on site, a coffee shop, outdoor furniture and a terrace. Bicycle parking is available and free. Luggage storage is offered free of charge before check-in and after check-out, making it easy to explore without bags. Daily housekeeping and laundry services are available for an additional charge. Grocery deliveries are free. The property is secured with 24-hour security, CCTV, a security alarm and smoke alarms. The host is reachable and can provide advice on local restaurants and attractions. There is no lift; rooms require climbing one flight of stairs, and the apartment requires two. The host is flexible with late check-in times upon request. Accepted payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB, Maestro and UnionPay.