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Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy

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A historic building with a central arched entrance, a sign reading "SALA DA BARBERIA," and outdoor seating for patrons. - Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy (Bologna)
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a unique ceiling design. - Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy (Bologna)
A modern bedroom with a bed, a side table, a lamp, and a stone accent wall. - Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy (Bologna)
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large table, chairs, and an arched ceiling. - Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy (Bologna)
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and a freestanding sink. - Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy (Bologna)
A short walk from Piazza Maggiore, Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
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Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy

  • Splendid apartment with refined and elegant furnishings, located in one of the most beautiful and elegant squares in Bologna, just a few steps from the Two Towers.



    The apartment, recently renovated and located on the second floor of a building in the historic center, features refined furnishings in light shades and is characterized by vaulted ceilings. The entrance opens onto the living area consisting of a large open space with an open kitchen and island, equipped with all amenities including a dishwasher and an oven, a dining table and a sitting area with sofa and TV.

    The sleeping area consists of two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed and one with a double sofa bed. Two bathrooms, one with shower and one with toilet, complete the layout.



    The apartment is located in the ZTL area, therefore we suggest leaving the car in one of the nearby parkings and enjoying the old town on foot.



    *Upon arrival or a few days before arrival it may be required to pay a tourist tax, which varies according to local regulations. You will find your reservation details within the Guest Area of Wonderful Italy.



    Bologna is a city of art, culture and trade. The capital of Emilia-Romagna is also known as “Dotta” (erudite), being the oldest university of the West, as “Grassa” (fat) for its gastronomic delights and “Rossa” (red) for the colors characterizing its old town. Its soul is in the medieval old town, one of the biggest in Europe, dotted in taverns, workshops and theaters, characterized by almost 40 km of porticoes. In the city center there is Piazza Maggiore, where the charm of medieval buildings is perfectly combined with modernity. Not to be missed are the Fountain of Neptune by Giambologna and the Medieval Towers, “Torre degli Asinelli” and “Torre della Garisenda”, part of a rich cultural heritage preserved in several museums, art galleries and religious buildings. It is allowed to leave Bologna only after having tried its gastronomic products, among which mortadella, tortellini, ragù alla bolognese while sipping famous DOC wines from the Bologna hills! Rich in exhibitions, fairs and cultural events, Bologna can surprise you in every season.



    Around 2 km from the apartment there is the central train station while the airport is 25 minutes away by car.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Late check-in fee: EUR 20

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Per gli arrivi fuori orario potrebbe essere applicato un supplemento. Le suddette richieste sono soggette a conferma da parte della struttura.

La struttura non è disponibile per feste di addio al nubilato/celibato o simili.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Property Registration Number IT037006C2H34U542G

We should mention

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

Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Bowling San Lazzaro and Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Via Zamboni. International Music Museum and Library and Bologna Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Bologna travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a clear sky.
    Two Towers
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • An interior with arched brick ceilings, columns, and a central cross.
    Basilica Santo Stefano
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic square with a large brick wall, a fountain, and classical architecture.
    Piazza Maggiore
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A nighttime street scene with classical architecture, including a prominent columned structure and illuminated buildings.
    Via Indipendenza
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic church with intricate facade and a tall bell tower.
    Basilica of San Petronio
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Bologna Mazzini Station
    9 min drive
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station
    10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Èltsi
    3 min walk
  • Caffè Maxim
    3 min walk
  • Velluto Botanique Eclectique
    3 min walk
  • Camera con Vista - Bistrot
    1 min walk
  • Mercanzie Lounge Bar
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy located?

Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Palazzo Bolognini and Piazza Maggiore. BolognaFiere is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 23 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 24 minutes.

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Santo Stefano Elegant Apartment by Wonderful Italy Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Excellent location in the heart of beautiful Bologna. Clean and cozy. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great apartment in the center of everything

Loved our stay. The apartment was beautiful and right on a great piazza with multiple restaurants and gelato places at your doorstep. Check-in was easy. Lots of fresh towels, well equipped kitchen, full size fridge + freezer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location in Bologna

We had a wonderful stay in this apartment. It's in a beautiful square, Piazza Santo Stefano, which is a delight to spend time in. The apartment is close to all the old city sites and easy walking distance. The bedroom is in the back of the apartment, so it is quiet and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay here very much. Thank you Paula and Wonderful Italy!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spacious apartment in best area!

The apartment was just as lovely, spacious, well designed and clean as the photos. It is also in the cutest area of the city, so convenient for walking to the best restaurants. Very communicative and helpful hosts, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bologna Stay

Lovely location. Bright property. Only thought is that we would have loved more pillows and comfy blankets to rest with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bologna

Beautiful flat in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we could’ve asked for

Absolutely wonderful. Very easy to get to from water taxi. Wonderful area easy to get to everything just beside the gondola that takes you across the grand Canal. After a day of wandering around, it is great to be able to sit on the patio and watch people go up and down the canal.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Bologna Apartment

This apartment is perfectly located in a lovely square with great places to have a bite to eat and a beverage! Simply decorated and had everything we needed. Quiet at night and comfortable beds. We would defiantly stay here again. When you check in just get some clear direction on where to dispose of your garbage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Bologna Bliss

Superb flat in one of the best historic squares in Bologna. a great base to explore from and a quiet haven to relax in. Convenient quality shops and restaurants on your doorstep. Plenty of space and high spec furnishings and appliances. Wish we could have stayed longer after a delightful stay. Thank you for making it possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Late delayed checkin was facilitated brilliantly, the accommodation was brilliant and most unexpectedly the location was unbeatable. The square you walk straight out on to was beautiful with the seven churches on the opposite side and a number of bars/restaurants. If I went back to Bologna, i would easily book the same place again. Thanks for a great break!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect place for experiencing Bologna

Location, location, location! Perfectly located in the actual center of Bologna, overlooking Piazza Santo Stefano and the Seven Churches architectural complex. But not only, there's more. The apartment itself is finely decorated with restored original elements, giving it a very pleasant blend of modern decor and historical feeling. We really enjoyed staying at the apartment
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Quiet, near restaurants, excellent location, with modern touches. Stayed 10 days and walked to train station, grocery stores, landmarks, museums, and restaurants.Needed to be more well stocked on paper products and trash bags for a 10 day stay. Also one set of towels for each for that amount of time is insufficient.No kitchen staples by way of ffood except sugar packets.Contacts were quick and efficient with management team.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Review

Very nice apartment in an excellent location. The property staff were very flexible as my arrival kept changing because of travel problems. Luciano was an absolute hero.. As with many older buildings, various problems arose during my stay. Again, staff were very responsive to the immediate situation, but lack of a permanent fix meant I couldn't, for example, use the oven or freezer. Good attention to detail such as comfortable bed and good reading lights.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Fine for two people

Check in was fine. The management company is only available to communicate between 10-6 and during those hours were pretty non responsive. Sp if you have any issues, good luck! There was a plumbing issue that they kept saying could be solved if we didn’t use air conditioning but it was really hot so that wasn’t really an adequate choice. So instead the bathroom was covered in condensation the whole time. They gave limited towels so we couldn’t really soak it up. The bathroom door also dragged on the ground so you couldn’t really close it or else you’d be trapped in the bathroom. Sleeping arrangements were inadequate. We had 4 small flat pillows between the four of us and only 3 had pillow cases. Blankets were this and didn’t cover the bed. The fold out couch they consider the second bedroom was very uncomfortable and there was no reason there wasn’t a proper bed. Ultimately the place was clean but it’s clear they are focused on spending as little as possible on the experience. It’s essentially an empty apartment with one bed, one fold out couch and some pillows on the floor in the living room they call a couch. I think it would be great for one couple because you could use all of the bedding from both rooms which was enough for one bed but two couples is a stretch with the amenities that were available. We ended up moving to a hotel for the second night and again in the process of communicating with the management company, they just stopped responding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bologna at its best

Wonderful, we will come back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit is spacious and is perfectly situated in one of the most beautiful areas of Bologna. The piazza on which the unit is located is full of energy and simply beautiful to the eye. The property management team was responsive and so easy to work with. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely return to this apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Got the job done easy to walk around city center. Safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place to stat

A good sized apartment to stay in the middle of Bologna! Close to everything! The host was very communicative and helpful! We would highly recommend this place for families and groups of people staying together. Roomy and well equipped!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fabulous apartment. Spacious, clean, comfortable, airconditioned and right in the heart of town. Plenty of space for me, my husband and our daughter. Communication was great. The restaurant downstairs was excellent and there were places in the square to have a relaxing afternoon drink and soak in the beautiful setting. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Bologna-WOW

What a find. On the Santo Stefano Square in the heart of the city, up only 1 flight of stairs, very spacious. The food in Bologna is amazing and the archetecture is stunning. A couple of small areas for improvement. The paint in the bathroom is flaking away. The matresses on the floor in the main room should be rep[laced with couches.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful place, ok service

The location and unit are fabulous. The service was prompt and friendly. You need to set up a meeting to enter -- no key code. The unit doesn't have some of the basics (coffee maker was broken, no coffee/salt, no dish towels provided. needed to ask for laundry detergent to be provided although there is machine). Extra charge for more than one set of towels per person for the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Hands down the worst experience we’ve ever had with a vacation property!! Check in was horrible as the communication with the property manager was poor. We met the person to get access to the property and when we entered it was like an oven. We inquired as to why it was so hot, he said it takes time for the place to cool down. He rushed through showing us the property and left in a hurry because he knew there was an issue with the air conditioner. After several attempts to contact him by what’s app, finally reached him and he said that he was aware of the issue with the air conditioner….and this was day 1 only. We were there for 4 days and were completely ignored by the person who gave us the key along with the property manager which are located in Milano. Phone calls, messaging…nothing!! All we wanted was for them to send someone to resolve the problem but no communication at all. Temperatures in the property exceeded 35 degrees. My family was forced to spend all day out of the property for all 4 days as it as impossible to stay in with those temperatures. Leaving extra early in the mornings and returning late at night only to sleep…sweating in our sleep that is. The ceiling paint in the washroom was disgusting with all the peeling from excessive moisture. STAY AWAY FROM ALL WONDERFUL ITALY PROPERTIES!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
DO NOT STAY HERE - or at any other propety managed by Wonderful Italy. We have stayed at many vrbo properties over the years, and this was by far our worst experience. When we were going to bed the first night, we found that the air conditioner did not work. We sent urgent messages on WhatsAp (which we were required to use for communications) and called the office, but it was closed after 11:00 pm. We received no response until we called the office at 11:00 am the next day when the office opened. We had sent WhatsAp messages several times before that and had received no respnse. The management company is in Milan, with no one actively involved in Bologna to help out. Even after we talked to someone on the phone, there was no sense that they cared about the problem. I spent more than an hour in the morning trying to get them to send someone to fix the air conditioning. Finally they said they would send a technican at 4:00 pm. I waited for over 45 minutes after 4:00 pm. When the person finally arrived, he readily told us he was not a technician. He reset the air conditioning thermostats. When we returned from dinner, it was even hotter - over 85 degrees farenheit. When we left the next morning, we were thrilled to rent a car and finally enjoy air conditioning. I recognize that problems, like air conditining breaking down, can happen, but the utter lack of concern on the part of management was inexcusable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top Lage, Wohnung sehr stylisch und schön. die Wohnung war jedoch schon abgenützt, im Badezimmer bröckelt die Wandfarbe ab, der Geschirrspüler war hat nicht ordentlich gewaschen, praktische Dinge fehlen (z.B. in der Dusche Ablagefläche für Seife etc, Handtuchhalter,..), die Wohnung sollte öfter von der Agentur kontrolliert werden, z.B. ein Messer hatte totale Kerben
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

TOP

très bien !! parfait
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024