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Close to Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, A Step from the Center provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

A Step from the Center

  • ✨ Bologna: Your Strategic Retreat, 10 Minutes from the Central Station ✨

    Our cozy apartment awaits you in a peaceful and well-served neighborhood, just 1 km from the beating heart of Bologna's historical center. Enjoy the ideal mix of tranquility and convenient connectivity to the whole city.

    Key Access and Transportation:

    From Central Station: EASILY REACHABLE in just 10 minutes by bus (the bus stop is just a few steps from the entrance).

    From the Airport (BLQ):

    By Taxi/Car: The trip is fast, about 15 minutes.

    By Public Transport: The apartment can be reached in approximately 30–40 minutes with a quick transfer near the Maggiore Hospital (shuttle/bus + local bus).

    What You'll Find in the Apartment:

    A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for your meals.

    Your breakfast is covered: choose between a pod coffee machine or a classic Italian moka pot (caffettiera).

    Bathroom with a comfortable shower, supplied with soft towels and fresh bed linen.

    A private balcony with a view, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening aperitivo.

    The neighborhood is quiet and offers all essential conveniences within walking distance (supermarkets, pharmacies, etc.).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

About the area

Saragozza-Porto, a neighbourhood in Bologna, is home to this apartment. Archaeological Museum and Bologna Botanical Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mercato Delle Erbe and Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara or Unipol Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Bologna travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Panorama view of Bologna Renato Dall'Ara Stadium from outside. Stadio Dall'Ara. Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
    Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Via Indipendenza
    Via Indipendenza
    6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Piazza Maggiore
    Piazza Maggiore
    7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Basilica of San Petronio
    Basilica of San Petronio
    7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • PalaDozza
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bologna Central Station
    9 min drive
  • Pilastrino Station
    10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Peperly
    9 min walk
  • Pizzeria al Tavolaccio
    7 min walk
  • Bar Lunik
    4 min walk
  • Kabulágna
    4 min walk
  • Breakfast Cafe'
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Step from the Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Step from the Center?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at A Step from the Center?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A Step from the Center?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is A Step from the Center located?

Located in Saragozza-Porto, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Porta San Felice and Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. PalaDozza and Ospedale Maggiore di Bologna are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bologna Central Station is 26 minutes by foot and Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 26 minutes.

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A Step from the Center Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pietro has been a very friendly host. He was very communicative about arriving and also presented some tips on local food experiences near by. Communication was very good and the apartment was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feel like a local

The immediate area around the location is not heavily touristed and you can get a genuine local experience. 5 to 10 minutes walking towards the centre of town and the action picks up. Bedroom, lounge and kitchen are all clean and comfortable. The little balcony is where we finished every evening listening to sounds of life. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Lena C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Good location, about 15-20 min walk to the main piazza. Great restaurants nearby. The apartment is stalked in everything you need. The host is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a well appointed suite in a good location. It had all the amenities, though the stove did not work very well and the washing machine was also not easily operational. We enjoyed our stay in Bologna over New Years though! It is a great city and easy to get around by bus.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nenad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real conditio

Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real condition, the host was very helpful for everything... Nenad
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephane Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though the property is a little bit outside of the city center, it can easily be reached within a 15/20 minute walk and there are plenty of buses at the street corner. The apartment is very clean and has everything you need. Pietro is great at communicating and lives nearby if necessary. There are also a lot of supermarkets and cafes in the neighborhood. Make sure to ask Pietro about the local restaurants; he knows all the good, non touristy places.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cosima Susann E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Übernachtung in Bologna

Der Standort der Wohnung ist ideal, weit genug vom schönen aber rummeligen Zentrum entfernt, das mit dem Bus (Haltestelle 2 Minuten Fussweg entfernt) gut zu erreichen ist. Direkt neben dem Mehrfamilienhaus gibt es einen Pub, der nur Freitag Abends etwas belebter war. Wer auf großen Luxus verzichten kann und gerne in komplett abdunkelbaren Räumen schläft, wird mit der Unterkunft zufrieden sein. Vom Balkon aus hat man einen schönen Blick in die bewaldeten Hügel.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Giulio S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appartamento Pulito e Completo di ogni servizio

Ho pernottato in questo appartamento con la mia compagna dal 13 al 15 Ottobre, l’ho trovato estremamente pulito. Letto molto comodo, cucina completa e funzionante, bagno pulito, utilissima la lavatrice. La posizione è buona, grazie alla fermata degli autobus vicino casa si può raggiungere sia il centro che la stazione dei treni in pochi minuti. Il proprietario di casa è stato molto gentile e preciso nel darmi tutte le indicazioni di cui avevo bisogno. Abbiamo vissuto una bella esperienza a Bologna anche grazie a questo confortevole appartamento.😁
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Noelia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gran anfitrión

Nos alojamos durante dos noches y fué todo estupendo, el contacto con el dueño magnífico, alojamiento con buenos servicios cerca y fácil para llegar al centro. Destaco la limpieza del alojamiento y la comodidad del dormitorio. Un gran detalle tener café para poder levantante con buen pie tomando uno en la terraza. Recomendable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jörg N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla T.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024