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1. Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,295 reviews)
"Excelent spot for visiting attractions in the city, very good rooms,nice staff"
Canada
Ana
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Royal Hotel Carlton
A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a coffee table, and large potted plants.

2. Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean and staff were extremely friendly and helpful!"
United States
Tracy
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Starhotels Excelsior
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a cushioned sofa, and a dining table.

3. Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable hotel"
United Kingdom
James
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, visible interior, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

4. UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Hungyi
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
An outdoor dining area with a covered pergola, a variety of pastries and desserts on a buffet table, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

5. Savhotel Aemilia Bologna

Savhotel Aemilia Bologna
4.0 star property
San Donato-San Vitale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and clean. The breakfast was excellent. The staf was very nice and helpful."
United States
Oscar N
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Savhotel Aemilia Bologna
A large, red-brick building with multiple floors and arched windows.

6. Almarossa

Almarossa
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (620 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Craig
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Almarossa
A historic building with a terrace cafe, featuring outdoor seating and a view over a canal.

7. I Portici Hotel

I Portici Hotel
4.5 star property
Historic Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was excellent"
United States
Todd
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
I Portici Hotel
A hotel sign with a coat of arms and the word "HOTEL" above it.

8. Art Hotel Commercianti

Art Hotel Commercianti
4.0 star property
Historic Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (871 reviews)
"It was lovely - perfect location, good sized room, excellent breakfast and very friendly staff."
United Kingdom
catherine
The price is NZ$434
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Art Hotel Commercianti
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a coffee table with books, and a large mirror reflecting the space.

9. NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare
4.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (982 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and lovely staff."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
NH Bologna de la Gare
A rooftop terrace with a round table, chairs, and a sofa. There are drinks on the table, and the terrace overlooks a cityscape.

10. Savhotel Fiera Bologna

Savhotel Fiera Bologna
4.0 star property
Bolognina
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"friendly staff, easy parking, clean comfortable room"
Canada
Greg
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Savhotel Fiera Bologna
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Discover top Bologna attractions with your pet

Bologna is a vibrant city that welcomes you and your furry companion with open arms. Begin your adventure at the lush Parco della Montagnola, where you can enjoy leisurely strolls along shaded paths and watch your pet frolic in the grass. Next, explore the winding streets of the historic centre, where the Portico di San Luca offers a scenic walk up to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca, a perfect outing for both you and your pet. For a dose of culture, visit the beautiful Piazza Maggiore, where your four-legged friend can accompany you as you sip a coffee at one of the pet-friendly cafes lining the square. After a day of exploration, unwind at the tranquil Giardini Margherita, a popular park where dogs are welcome to roam freely among the locals. In terms of accommodation, the area around the university district offers several pet-friendly hotels that cater to families with high expectations, ensuring a comfortable stay with attentive service. You’ll find that many hotels provide amenities such as dog beds and bowls, making it easier to travel with your pet without compromising on quality.

Find the best pet-friendly hotels in Bologna

Bologna is a charming destination for travellers who wish to bring their pets along. Here are some excellent hotels that cater to your furry friends, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for both you and your pet.

Phi Hotel Bologna

  • Why it's great for a pet-friendly vacation: Phi Hotel Bologna is a splendid choice for those travelling with pets, with a review rating of 9.4. This hotel allows pets in rooms, offering a cozy atmosphere, complemented by amenities such as food and water bowls to keep furry friends comfortable during their stay in the beautiful historic centre of Bologna.
  • Other amenities: Guests can take advantage of a kitchenette in the rooms, ensuring convenience for longer stays. The hotel also offers express check-in, daily housekeeping, and a range of parking options nearby. With a boutique feel and nearby local attractions, it provides an excellent base for exploring the city with pets in tow.
  • Neighborhood: Historic Center
  • Nearby attractions: Via Indipendenza - 0.5 km, Piazza Maggiore - 0.1 km, Basilica of San Petronio - 0.6 km

Hotel Corona d'Oro

  • Why it's great for a pet-friendly vacation: Hotel Corona d'Oro is an exceptional choice for pet-friendly travellers, a remarkable guest review rating of 9.4. This charming hotel allows pets in rooms, ensuring that guests can enjoy their stay alongside their beloved companions. The hotel provides food and water bowls, making it a comfortable and welcoming environment for pets.
  • Other amenities: Beyond its pet-friendly offerings, the hotel features convenient onsite parking and a 24-hour airport shuttle for ultimate ease of travel. Guests can indulge in a hosted evening meal or enjoy a complimentary breakfast for children. The hotel’s historical district location allows easy access to Bologna's rich culture, while daily housekeeping and luxury bedding enhance the overall comfort of the stay.
  • Neighborhood: Historic Center
  • Nearby attractions: Via Indipendenza - 0.4 km, Teatro Comunale di Bologna - 0.6 km, Fountain of Neptune - 1.1 km

SAVHOTEL AEMILIA BOLOGNA

  • Why it's great for a pet-friendly vacation: Featuring a review rating of 9.4, SAVHOTEL AEMILIA BOLOGNA is a welcoming retreat for pet owners, allowing pets to stay free of charge. This stylish hotel in the San Donato-San Vitale area offers a range of pet-friendly amenities, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable experience for all travelers.
  • Other amenities: Guests can enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness facility, and self-parking options. The hotel also offers daily housekeeping, a concierge service for personalised recommendations, and a snack bar for quick bites, making it a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
  • Neighborhood: San Donato-San Vitale
  • Nearby attractions: University of Bologna - 1.1 km, Two Towers - 1.7 km, Basilica Santo Stefano - 1.8 km

SAVHOTEL FIERA BOLOGNA

  • Why it's great for a pet-friendly vacation: With a fantastic review rating of 9.4, SAVHOTEL FIERA BOLOGNA provides a pet-friendly environment where pets are allowed in rooms at no extra charge. This modern hotel ensures that both travelers and their pets can enjoy a comfortable stay without any hassle in the vibrant Bologna Fiere District.
  • Other amenities: The hotel features a 24-hour fitness facility, covered self-parking for convenience, and a beautiful terrace for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy daily housekeeping, a lovely garden, and a concierge service to assist with bookings and local insights, highlighting the excellent hospitality of this hotel.
  • Neighborhood: Bologna Fiere District
  • Nearby attractions: Via Indipendenza - 2.7 km, University of Bologna - 2.4 km, BolognaFiere - 1.6 km

Starhotels Excelsior

  • Why it's great for a pet-friendly vacation: Starhotels Excelsior is a delightful pet-friendly hotel with a review rating of 9.2, situated in the heart of Bologna. This elegant hotel accommodates pets, allowing them to join travelers for a memorable stay in this historic city, making it a fantastic choice for travellers on the go with their furry companions.
  • Other amenities: Guests can enjoy a range of features including a fitness centre, self-parking, and family-friendly options such as cribs and babysitting services. The hotel also provides daily housekeeping, air conditioning for comfort, and concierge services to assist with local attractions, ensuring a pleasant experience for both travelers and their pets.
  • Neighborhood: Historic Center
  • Nearby attractions: Via Indipendenza - 0.8 km, University of Bologna - 1.6 km, Teatro Comunale di Bologna - 1.7 km

Top Bologna Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful peppery with excellent rooms. Great location. Staff was so friendly and helpful!"
Jamie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Metropolitan

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Bologna?
Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Bologna are the Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni, Phi Hotel Bologna, Hotel Corona d'Oro, Savhotel Aemilia Bologna, and Savhotel Fiera Bologna.

The Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni, with an impressive 9.6 rating, is celebrated for its spacious and clean rooms, beautiful decor, and exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, ensuring a luxurious stay for both you and your pet.

Phi Hotel Bologna, an establishment rated 9.4, receives high praise for its great location and excellent breakfast, with guests frequently highlighting the friendly and helpful staff.

Hotel Corona d'Oro, rated 9.4, offers charming and clean rooms, modern amenities, and a beautiful, delicious breakfast, all complemented by friendly and helpful staff.

The SAVHOTEL AEMILIA BOLOGNA, with a 9.4 rating, stands out as pets stay free, which is a significant advantage for pet owners, alongside its clean and lovely rooms and convenient location.

Similarly, the SAVHOTEL FIERA BOLOGNA, also rated 9.4, allows pets to stay free and is known for its comfortable and clean rooms, excellent location, and great facilities.
Are there any no fee pet-friendly hotels in Bologna?
Yes, several highly-rated pet-friendly hotels in Bologna offer a no-fee policy for pets, including Savhotel Aemilia Bologna, Savhotel Fiera Bologna, Art Hotel Commercianti, and Casa Isolani Santo Stefano.

The SAVHOTEL AEMILIA BOLOGNA, with a 9.4 rating, proudly states that pets stay free and provides covered, secured self-parking. Guests frequently praise the clean, lovely rooms and the friendly, helpful staff.

Another excellent no-fee option is the SAVHOTEL FIERA BOLOGNA, also rated 9.4. This hotel allows pets to stay free and offers 24-hour fitness facilities. Reviewers consistently highlight the excellent, great staff and comfortable, clean rooms.

For those seeking a central location, the Art Hotel Commercianti, rated 9.4, welcomes pets at no extra charge. It also provides free breakfast, free WiFi, and complimentary bicycle usage. Guests particularly appreciate the superb location and the attentive, extremely helpful staff.

Casa Isolani Santo Stefano, with a 9.4 rating, ensures pets stay free and provides free breakfast, including a local breakfast option, and free WiFi. Guests describe the rooms as quiet, making it a peaceful retreat for both owners and their pets.
Which area of Bologna is best to stay in for pet-friendly hotels?
The best area of Bologna for pet-friendly hotels is the historic centre, particularly around the Quadrilatero district and the university area.

The historic centre offers a central and convenient base for exploring Bologna with your pet. Many of the city's key attractions, like the Two Towers and Piazza Maggiore, are easily accessible on foot. The Quadrilatero, with its narrow streets and traditional food markets, provides plenty of opportunities for pleasant walks. You'll find a good selection of pet-friendly accommodations here, from boutique hotels to guesthouses.

For couples travelling with pets, the areas just outside the immediate bustling centre, such as those near the Giardini Margherita park, offer a slightly quieter environment with more green space for pet exercise.
What are some great pet-friendly hotels in Bologna with outdoor spaces?
Some great pet-friendly hotels in Bologna that offer outdoor spaces are the Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni, Savhotel Fiera Bologna, Savhotel Aemilia Bologna, Art Hotel Commercianti, and Almarossa.

The Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni, with an impressive 9.6 rating, offers a terrace for guests and their pets. This hotel is also known for its spacious and clean rooms, beautiful decor, and amazing service.

For an option, SAVHOTEL FIERA BOLOGNA, rated 9.4, provides a terrace and allows pets to stay free of charge. Guests frequently praise the excellent staff and comfortable, clean rooms.

Another choice is SAVHOTEL AEMILIA BOLOGNA, also with a 9.4 rating, which features a terrace and a pet-friendly policy with no additional fees for your animal companion. Reviewers often highlight the clean, lovely rooms and the friendly, helpful staff.

The Art Hotel Commercianti, rated 9.4, includes a terrace as one of its amenities and welcomes pets without charge. Guests appreciate the comfortable rooms, superb location, and the attentive staff.

Finally, Almarossa, with a 9.4 rating, offers a terrace and is praised for its great location, spacious rooms, and friendly, helpful staff.
Which pet-friendly hotels are near Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)?
The JR Hotels Bologna Amadeus is a top pet-friendly hotel near Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi) Airport.

This hotel, with an 8.2 rating, is conveniently located just 1.9 km from the airport, making it ideal for travellers with pets. It offers covered and free self-parking, including accessible parking, which is a practical convenience. Guests frequently comment on the comfortable and spacious rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for both you and your animal companion.
What pet-friendly activities should we do in Bologna?
The best areas to stay in Bologna for pet-friendly activities are the historic centre and the areas just outside the ancient city walls, particularly near parks.

The historic centre, with its porticoed streets, offers a lot of shaded walking for you and your pet. Many of the main sights, like Piazza Maggiore and the Two Towers, are easily accessible on foot. You'll find numerous outdoor cafes and trattorias with al fresco dining where your well-behaved pet can join you. This area is great for couples who enjoy exploring on foot and want to experience the city's main attractions with their furry companion.

Families travelling with pets might prefer areas slightly outside the immediate historic centre, such as those near the Giardini Margherita. This large public park, located just south of the city walls, offers expansive green spaces for pets to roam (on a lead, of course). Many hotels in this vicinity are accustomed to guests with pets and provide easy access to the park for morning and evening strolls. It's a nice, greener alternative to the bustling city core.
Can I cancel my pet-friendly hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline. This is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use Expedia's "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right pet-friendly hotel in Bologna for you.
Do any Bologna hotels have restrictions on pet sizes or breeds?
First ensure you have picked a pet-friendly hotel by using the "Pet friendly" filter under the "Amenities" section in your search. If a hotel in Bologna has restrictions on pet sizes or breeds, you will find this information clearly in their property listing on Expedia. When you're on the property listing page, simply click on "Policies" to see what pet-specific policies the hotel implements.
How can I save on a pet-friendly hotel in Bologna with Expedia?
There are plenty of ways to save on a pet-friendly hotel in Bologna. Join One Key™, our free travel rewards programme, to unlock Member Prices across a range of premium hotels. Typically, booking in advance will help you save on your pet-friendly hotel booking.
How do I ensure I have booked a pet-friendly room in Bologna?
To ensure you've booked a pet-friendly room on Expedia, use the filters in your search and select "Pet friendly" under the "Amenities" section. This will narrow your options to properties that allow pets. Once you find a hotel you're interested in, click on it and review the "Policies" section for specific details about their pet policy. This often includes information about pet types, size restrictions, fees, and whether pets are allowed in all rooms or only certain ones. When selecting your room type, read the room description to check that its pet-friendly, as not all rooms in a pet-friendly hotel may accommodate pets. For added peace of mind, contact the hotel directly to confirm the room you've selected allows pets.
How much does a pet-friendly hotel in Bologna cost?
You can find pet-friendly hotels in Bologna from NZ$172 with Expedia. Staying at a pet-friendly hotel offers a convenient and welcoming experience for travellers who don't want to leave their furry companions behind. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.
Is it cheaper to book flights and a pet-friendly hotel in Bologna as a package?
Booking a hotel and flight package on Expedia can be cheaper than booking flights and hotels separately. Bundling can lead to significant savings, especially for international travel or when booking well in advance. However, savings vary depending on factors like destination, travel dates, and availability, so it's wise to compare options. With access to over 300,000 hotels worldwide, Expedia makes it easy to build the perfect travel package.
What amenities should I look for in a pet-friendly hotel in Bologna?
When selecting a hotel in Bologna for you and your pet, look for amenities like food and water bowls, pet-friendly outdoor spaces and pet beds. You may find hotels that go the extra kilometre with pet-friendly dining options, treats and toys. It's also worth looking to see if there are any pet-friendly parks or walking trails nearby.

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