Hotel San Donato - Bologna centro

Hotels
8 (5721 reviews)
Via Zamboni 16 , Bologna , IT
+39 051 235395

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Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Sun terrace
Daily housekeeping
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Helpful staff
Central location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small room size
Issues with amenities
Noise complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
Overall areas and room were noted as clean.
Service
8.43
Staff described as cordial, helpful, and consistently available.
Location
8.47
Position noted as very central and convenient.
Room Quality
7.42
While clean, some rooms reported issues with size and comfort.
Amenities
7.95
Generally satisfactory amenities were mentioned.
Value for Money
7.91
Decent value was noted against some criticisms of offered facilities.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast described as good, but some variation noted.
Overall Experience
7.93
Positive overall experience with several highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 10:02

Property Description

Rooftop Bar with City Views
Hotel San Donato, nestled in Bologna's university district, offers a charming rooftop bar and terrace with panoramic city views. Start your day with a delightful buffet breakfast while soaking in the picturesque scenery.

Classic Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience comfort in our classic rooms adorned with wooden furniture and equipped with modern conveniences like a flat-screen TV, fridge, and air-conditioning. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi available in all rooms and public areas.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located just a short walk from Piazza Maggiore and the Fountain of Neptune, our hotel is surrounded by an array of dining and shopping options. Explore the vibrant neighborhood and easily reach Marconi Airport, only 10 km away. Book your stay at Hotel San Donato now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

The property is located in a pedestrian area. Access to the historical centre by car is only possible through the Porta San Vitale gate.

Guests arriving by car are requested to communicate their license plate upon arrival.

Please note that none of the rooms is suitable for guests with reduced mobility.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BLQ

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 5721 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.42
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Rainer • couple • de
7
War ok, aber nicht mehr.
Pros:

Super Lage in der Altstadt ! Allerdings ist das Hotel auch schon etwas älter. Was uns wirklich gefehlt hat, war auf unserem Balkon mal ein Stuhl oder Tisch. Was auch nicht so schön war, das der Balkon in den 10 Tagen unseres Urlaub nicht 1x vom Taubendreck gereinigt wurde. Personal super freundlich, Frühstück war eine Katastrophe. Fazit = Stadthotel mit Charme aber einigen Mängel.

Cons:

S.o.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Kurt • couple • ch
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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salvatore • solo_traveller • it
6
Bologna è sempre affascinante. Si mangia bene e si gode delle straordinarie bellezze del centro
Pros:

Senz’altro la posizione. Praticamente tocchi con mano le torri

Cons:

Un quattro stelle? Non per il prezzo pagato. A parte ti fanno pagare anche la colazione (15 euro). La struttura merita una ristrutturazione completa, anche dell’arredo che risente degli anni. Il personale spento, sbrigativo e poco attento all’ascolto . La stanza? Una celletta per frati cappuccini in piccionaia. Pulita, si, ma veramente non all’altezza di un albergo con potenzialità decisamente più elevate

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • it
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Knoop • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Good central location in Bologna, friendly staff, clean room, well functioning airconditioning system and the hotel and room felt safe as a solo female traveller

Cons:

The room is located next to a very busy (student) street with restaurants and bars, which can be a bit noisy at night. If you are sensitive to sound, I would recommend to bring earplugs

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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rafael • couple • es
5
Pros:

Ubicación y parking , hab grande y limpia

Cons:

Cuarto de baño muy incómodo y pequeño

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Alfred • couple • de
9
Pros:

Tolle Lage und Parkplatz im Hotelinnenhof

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • it
10
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Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

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2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Hug • couple • ch
10
gerne wieder. Speziell auch mit Auto sehr empfehlenswert
Pros:

Top Lage. Super Parkplatz für Auto in Innenhof. einziger Minuspunkt vielleicht der kleine TV aber den braucht man eh nicht. Bologna bietet zu viel

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Alessio • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Judy • extended_group • us
3
We won’t stay here again.
Pros:

Reception desk was very nice and helpful!

Cons:

This hotel is run down. The beds are not comfortable and worn out. This area is noisy!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Niccolo • couple • it
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • au
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Carlo • extended_group • it
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
9
Great location lovely people
Pros:

The location was excellent, staff friendly & helpful

Cons:

No bar facility , lots of rooftop areas but not able to drink anything

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Vega • solo_traveller • us
10
Beautiful and cozy! Everything I wanted to my trip in Bologna!
Pros:

In a great location! It was spacious and cozy! The upstairs and lobby area are beautiful places to see and sit in. Plenty of great views and places to people watch. Can’t wait to return.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • nl
10
Een fijn hotel met mega groot dakterras met uitzicht over de stad
Pros:

Ligging, heel schoon en vriendelijk personeel en het dakterras

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Cianciolo • couple • it
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Roland • couple • ch
9
Je me suis sentie très à mon aise dans cette ville
Pros:

La proximité au centre de Bologne

Cons:

Rien en particulier

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Paola • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee