Hotel Donatello

Hotels
7.4 (797 reviews)
Via dell'Indipendenza 65 , Bologna , it

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small bathrooms
Wi-Fi connectivity issues
Room comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
General sentiment indicates good cleanliness but some mentions of room and bathroom size could affect overall perception.
Service
8.45
Consistently noted as friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.65
Frequently praised for its excellent central location.
Room Quality
6.65
Mixed reviews regarding room and bathroom size, with some stating 'small'.
Amenities
7.15
Amenities generally acceptable, with some mentions of breakfast and comfort.
Value for Money
7.15
Fair value for the services provided, especially location and breakfast.
Food and Beverage
7.15
Breakfast options were mentioned as good but with some issues in replenishment.
Overall Experience
7.15
Overall positive experience but with some critical aspects highlighted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:48

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Bologna's historical center, The Donatello offers convenience with just a 10-minute walk to the railway station and Piazza Maggiore square.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with air-conditioned rooms and satellite TV. The 24-hour reception desk and free internet point ensure that your needs are always met.

Vibrant Surroundings
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere surrounding Hotel Donatello, with a variety of dining options, cafes, bars, and shops in the vicinity.

Experience the best of Bologna with easy access to the city's fair district and major tourist attractions. Book your stay at The Donatello for a memorable visit.

Important information:

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

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 24 per day.

  • 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 € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 6 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 16 years old stay for € 40 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

7.4
Based on 797 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 6.65
Amenities: 7.15
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 7.15
Overall Experience: 7.15
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Angelo • solo_traveller • it
7
Tutto bene!
Pros:

L’hotel Donatello è in una ottima posizione (tra la stazione e il centro storico), lo staff è gentilissimo e preparatissimo ma la struttura beneficerebbe molto di un rifacimento, dentro e fuori.

Cons:

Va bene così, ma spero che troverete modo di svecchiare gli interni delle camere.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Paola • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Giuseppe • solo_traveller • it
1
HOTEL NEL CENTRO STORICO MA CON MOLTE CRITICITA'
Pros:

L'hotel è nel centro storico.

Cons:

La camera è risultata molto rumorosa sia di giorno che durante la notte, rendendo difficile il riposo. Il bagno, privo di bidet, era estremamente piccolo, più simile a un ripostiglio che a un vero bagno, e presentava inoltre un persistente odore di fogna. Considerando il prezzo di 144 euro a notte, esclusi colazione e tassa di soggiorno, il rapporto qualità-prezzo è decisamente insoddisfacente e la sola posizione centrale non giustifica il costo richiesto.
The room was very noisy both day and night, making it difficult to sleep. The bathroom, which lacked a bidet, was extremely small, more like a closet than a proper bathroom, and also had a persistent sewer smell. Considering the price of €144 per night, excluding breakfast and tourist tax, the value for money is decidedly poor, and the central location alone doesn't justify the asking price.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Maija • extended_group • it
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Marita • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

The Staff were very helpful with all requests. The air conditioning worked perfectly.

Cons:

Breakfast was a disappointment with no hot food and very poor croissants. Few restaurants close by.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Johanna_E • solo_traveller • fi
8
Pros:

Great location, clean rooms.

Cons:

The breakfast was a bit modest compared to the price.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Boris • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • solo_traveller • lv
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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MARIO • extended_group • es
5
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • couple • gb
5
Good location, good staff but subpar facilities.
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Room was much smaller than what it looked in the add pictures.
Very small bathroom
Very expensive for what you get

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Karl-Heinz • solo_traveller • de
10
Sehr zufrieden, perfekte Lage
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jelena • extended_group • at
8
Ab
Pros:

zuvorkommendes Personal , tolle Dusche, sehr bequeme Betten, top Lage

Cons:

Klimaanlage nicht adäquat, Gebläse, an heißen Tage wird es schwierig

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Federico • solo_traveller • it
5
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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SHIROKAWA • solo_traveller • jp
7
駅近くで立地がとても良い
Pros:

駅から近いのはよかった。接客も良かった。チェックインもスムーズだった。6月に宿泊したが、冷房もちゃんと使うことができ、温度も個別に設定できる。冷蔵庫があるのもよかった。専用のバスルームも部屋の中にありました。周囲の環境も悪くないです。早朝に散歩に出たが、特に問題はなかったです。

Cons:

泊まった部屋は、最上階の5階の部屋で、屋根裏部屋のような感じだった。屋根に小さい窓が1つついてるだけなので、人によっては少し閉塞感を感じるかもしれません。夏場はクーラーはあるけど少し熱がこもるようでした。シャワーはお湯が出るまで時間がかかるので、1分か2分くらい水を流しし続ける必要があった。

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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lorena • solo_traveller • it
9
Sono contenta x avervi soggiornato, ho trovato la posizione dell'hotel molto buona
Pros:

Posizione ottima sia per raggiungere la stazione che il centro

Cons:

Aria condizionata mancava il telecomando

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • hu
9
Will come back
Pros:

Very well located hotel, only a few minutes walk from Bologna Centrale, and lots of buses going everywhere you want to get. City center is also a few minutes walk. Lots of restaurants, Coop and Aldi around. Friendly staff, 0-24 reception, clean room and bathroom. Good breakfast from 7 a.m. with the best cappuccino!

Cons:

Because of the number of the buses it's a little bit noisy if you want to sleep near opened windows. But air-condition works perfectly :)
Would prefer a little bit bigger TV, but it not really matters.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Manuel Joaquin • extended_group • es
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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maurizio • family_with_children • it
7
Hotel con ottima posizione, ma struttura piuttosto vecchia
Pros:

Posizione

Cons:

Camera

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee