Starhotels Excelsior

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Starhotels
8.7 (10988 reviews)
Viale P. Pietramellara 51 , Bologna , it

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Breakfast quality varies
Parking fees are high
Room temperature control issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.84
Clean rooms noted in multiple reviews.
Service
9.31
Helpful staff and fast service mentioned positively.
Location
9.35
Great location near train station and easy walk to town center.
Room Quality
8.3
Some comments on noise and temperature control.
Amenities
8.33
Standard amenities with room for improvement, especially breakfast.
Value for Money
8.79
Mixed reviews due to parking and other charges.
Food and Beverage
7.84
Varied quality of breakfast with room for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall positive experience with areas to improve.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 09:58

Property Description

Modern and Convenient Accommodation
The 4-star superior Starhotels Excelsior, located opposite Bologna Train Station, offers elegant and spacious rooms with modern interiors and free WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of being near the airport bus terminal and the Bologna Exhibition Centre.

Gourmet Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in a full American breakfast and traditional local dishes at the Avorio by Eataly restaurant. Unwind with hot and cold drinks at the Fondente Bar, or take advantage of the free gym.

Prime Location for Exploring
Situated next to the picturesque Parco della Montagnola, this Starhotel is a short walk from Bologna Cathedral and Piazza Maggiore. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bologna while enjoying top-notch hospitality.

Book now to experience luxury and convenience at Starhotels Excelsior!

Important information:

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, the property will provide detailed payment instructions, for example a link to a secured payment platform.

All guests, including adults and children, are required to show a photo identification upon check-in.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of EUR 35 per stay applies.

When booking a Non-Refundable Rate, please make sure that the name on the credit card used for the booking corresponds to the guest staying at the property. Otherwise, a third-party authorization by the cardholder must be submitted when booking. Please note that the credit card used for the booking must be shown at check-in.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BLQ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 10988 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 7.84
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Ana • solo_traveller • ro
9
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Clare • couple • gb
9
Excellent hotel in super central location!
Pros:

Excellent location and room was spacious with fantastic ensuite. We also had breakfast at the hotel and it was excellent - lots of choice and staff were very friendly!

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
B
banks • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great location, comfortable room, clean facilities.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
B
Barry • couple • gb
9
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Luana • family_with_children • it
8
Molto piacevole
Pros:

La posizione il bagno molto grande la cordialità del personale

Cons:

Pro e contro di stare davanti la stazione

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Ladislav • couple • cz
10
A luxurious hotel with an exceptional customer service
Pros:

It was refreshing to feel like a human, treated with passion and care by humans.
A big enough room, very quiet at night. A delicious breakfast. Easy parking. Perfect location to explore Bologna by foot and other cities by car or by train.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Simona • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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ZBIGNIEW • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
E
Eugenio • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Posizione centralissima e di fronte alla stazione centrale. Personale molto professionale attento e gentile!

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
G
Giorgia • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Silenzio, pulizia

Cons:

Doccia con tenda

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
F
Federico • couple • it
10
Awesome Hotel
Pros:

Great Hotel, the staff is fantastic and always kind and helpful

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandar Miladinovic • extended_group • it
9
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
M
MoniBogSch • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja - przy dworcu kolejowym i jednocześnie niedaleko starego miasta. Możliwość przechowania bagażu po wymeldowaniu bez dodatkowych opłat. Pokój duży, przestronny, dobrze wyposażony.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Keren • solo_traveller • il
9
Pros:

A true pleasure and real comfort.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Jasmin • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Tiziano • solo_traveller • ch
7
Für Kurzaufenthalt OK. Aber es gibt besseres.
Pros:

Zentrale Lage zum Bahnhof

Cons:

Gemanaged Hotel. Gast ist notwendig, um Umsatz zu generieren. Das gewisse etwas, der persönliche Kick fehlt. Könnte besser sein, um sich als Gast wohler zu fühlen.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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IRENE • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • ch
9
Sehr Empfehlenswert, werden wieder bei Gelegenheit dort Übernachten.
Pros:

Saubere, grosse und komfortable Zimmer.. Frühstück mit grossen Auswahl.. Personal sehr freundlich und Hilfsbereit. Sehr Zentral gelegen (Zentrum einige zu Schritte zu Fuss entfernt) und gute ÖV Verbindungen. Werden sicherlich wieder gehen.

Cons:

Alles hat uns sehr gefallen. Wir können wirklich nichts negatives schreiben, alles sehr schön, gepflegt und Aufmerksames Personal.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Catalina • extended_group • nl
10
Fijne hotel
Pros:

Het comfort. We hadden een hele grote 3-persoons kamer met een mooie en ruime badkamer.
De locatie is ideaal als je van plan bent om met de trein andere steden te bezoeken. Naar het centrum is het zo’n 20 minuten lopen

Cons:

De prijs is aan de hoge kant

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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francesca • solo_traveller • be
6
Pros:

La pulizia è perfetta. La posizione è molto comoda.
Il servizio in camera è ottimo.

Cons:

Il personale è stato professionale ma non accogliente.
L’attesa alla reception è stata sempre lunga.
Le struttura e in particolare le stanze sono molto datate.
Nonostante il prezzo, la stanza non è fornita di macchinetta del caffè e non c’è neanche una bottiglietta d’acqua offerta (solo a pagamento nel frigo bar).

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee