Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
High laundry charges
Some noise issues
Room size for three adults

Categories

Cleanliness
9.18
Generally positive mentions of cleanliness across multiple reviews.
Service
9.85
Repeated praise for friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.39
Consistently highlighted as excellent due to its central position.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms are described as cozy and comfortable, though some noise issues noted.
Amenities
8.87
Amenities generally meet expectations for convenience.
Value for Money
8.33
Laundry charges noted as excessive, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.38
Breakfast received high praise, variety was appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.55
Guests reported a very enjoyable experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:20

Property Description

Central Location Overlooking Piazza Maggiore
Hotel Orologio offers a prime location in Bologna's historic center, with stunning views of Piazza Maggiore. Guests can easily explore the city on foot, with the iconic Towers of Bologna just a short walk away.

Elegantly Decorated Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at Hotel Orologio is a blend of sophistication and comfort, featuring dark-wood furniture and marble bathrooms. Guests can enjoy modern conveniences such as air conditioning, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Personalized Service and Local Expertise
Experience a warm, family-run ambiance at Orologio Hotel, where the attentive staff goes above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. From excellent service to insider tips on exploring Bologna, guests can expect a personalized touch.

Ready to immerse yourself in the charm of Bologna? Book your stay at Hotel Orologio for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that prepayment is requested during trade-fair periods.

Please note that the property is located in a restricted traffic area. Guests are advised to contact the property before arrival for further instructions on how to get a special permit allowing you entrance to the traffic-free zone.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 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • 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 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 794 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.18
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 8.87
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 9.38
Overall Experience: 9.55
M
mary • couple • us
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
10
A lovely hotel in a great position
Pros:

Fantastic location and quiet.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
H
Hickey • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
P
Phillip • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jan Hendrik • couple • de
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • us
8
Prime location with an old workd touch
Pros:

The location is phenomenal. You are just feet away from Plaza Maggiore. The staff are lovely, too. Kind and responsive.

Cons:

The toilet also smelt slightly of canal water. The barroom was spotlessly clean when I arrived, but there was a faint unpleasant odor that never quite left. Also, I liked it, but guests should ld be aware that the mattresses are quite firm.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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simona • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Camera deliziosa, ottima accoglienza

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • us
8
Very small boutique hotel, well appointed. Only thing that needs improvement is breakfast.
Pros:

Location, linens

Cons:

Breakfast. Plenty of choices but some things didn't seem fresh

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
R
Rodrigo • solo_traveller • ar
9
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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IBSEN • family_with_children • br
9
Espetacular!!!
Pros:

Café da manhã muito bom, com funcionários muito atenciosos e solícitos. Tudo muito limpo e o melhor de tudo, excelente localização! Super recomendo!

Cons:

Estacionamento um pouco distante. Horário de check out 11 hs e não 12hs

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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X2362TWkevinc • NONE • Palm Coast, Florida
10
Perfect location Better Hotel
Pros:

We recently had a 3-night stay at the Art Hotel Orologio in Bolognia. The hotel was clean and freshly decorated, and the staff was professional and accommodating. We arrived early and expected to dropoff our bags and check out the city, however upon arrival our rooms were ready and we checked in. After returning from lunch a split of prosecco and a snack were awaiting us!
The front desk arranged car service to Florence for our departure and a cab for an early meet with a tour to Parma. Everything was spot on.
There was an elegant breakfast buffet offered in the morning with friendly staff to provide a personalized experience.
The location at the Piazza Maggiore was perfect for our many walks in and around the city. The Quadrilatero (food district) was a short walk, blocks from the piazza. We had an amazing meal at Trattoria Gianni on our last night (reservations needed). We also found some excellent shops on Via d"Azeglio right near the hotel.
Perfect stay for us in Bolognia!

2026-05-30 • via Tripadvisor
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takemetothebeach19 • Family
10
The perfect choice in Bologna
Pros:

There are many hotels to choose from in Bologna but I am very happy we chose here- perfect location, beautiful clean rooms, excellent breakfast and helpful/kind staff

2026-05-29 • via Tripadvisor
G
Geneviève • couple • ch
7
Très bien situé pour découvrir Bologne
Pros:

Le confort des lits, le petit déjeuner , le personnel, l’emplacement

Cons:

Les travaux de nettoyage, la nuit et de bon matin de la place, rue, devant l’hôtel
Avec un sommeil léger cela peut perturber

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
M
Mustafa Akin • family_with_children • tr
9
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • gb
10
A wonderful destination.
Pros:

The location is excellent, just off the Piazza Maggiore where you can see all the life of Bologna. The breakfast is wonderful - large range of hot and cold food. The staff are also wonderful, friendly, well trained, attentive, helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
M
marion • couple • gb
7
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
M
Mihaela • extended_group • ro
9
Pros:

Micul dejun a fost foarte variat și bun, selecție mare de fructe proaspete și produse de patiserie.
Primirea a fost caldă și politicoasa, am fost plăcut surprinși de cadoul găsit în cameră din partea managerului general și proprietar al hotelului.

Cons:

Salteaua a fost destul de incomoda, dar poate inconvenientul s-a datorat problemelor personale cu coloana.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
A
Andydarwent • NONE • Portsmouth, Hampshire, England
10
Our lovely stay in Bologna
Pros:

The hotel is ideally positioned right by Piazza Maggiore and very well appointed and comfortable. All the staff were really friendly and helpful and would definitely try to stay there again if we are lucky enough to return to Bologna.

2026-05-23 • via Tripadvisor
K
Kevin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The. Hotel decor and prime location

Cons:

Not a thing

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
C
cloetell • NONE • Columbia, Maryland
8
Orologio was great
Pros:

The property was in a great location and the room was awesome. Only issue was the noise. Because it is in a great location you hear everything. Late and early. But we were there only one night so it did not really matter.

2026-05-22 • via Tripadvisor