Albergo delle Drapperie

Hotels
8.3 (2434 reviews)
Via delle Drapperie 5 , Bologna , IT

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Friendly staff
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Poor breakfast quality
Noisy rooms
Cleaning issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.81
Some reviews mention unpleasant odors and issues with cleaning standards.
Service
9.08
Staff is frequently described as helpful and friendly.
Location
9.32
Consistently praised for being in an ideal central location.
Room Quality
8.07
Several reviews noted that rooms were a bit small and sometimes noisy.
Amenities
7.8
Breakfast and some amenities received negative feedback.
Value for Money
8.76
Good value given the location and service, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
6.81
Breakfast specifically criticized for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall satisfaction is high despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 10:41

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Experience the blend of history and modernity at Albergo delle Drapperie, located in a 19th-century building in the heart of Bologna. Admire the frescoed or wooden-beamed ceilings in our air-conditioned rooms, some with French balconies offering city views. The private bathrooms are equipped with baths or showers for your comfort.

Delicious Breakfast and Cozy Ambiance

Start your day with a delightful buffet breakfast in our shared areas, featuring freshly brewed coffee, sweet pastries, cheeses, and cold cuts. The cozy ambiance adds to the experience, making your morning a pleasant one.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Explore the city easily with a prime location just a 3-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore square. Don't miss the iconic Torre degli Asinelli tower just 200 meters away. Book your stay at Albergo delle Drapperie for a memorable Bologna experience.

Important information:

If traveling by car, please inform the property of your number plate and arrival time in advance, in order to obtain a temporary permit to access the restricted traffic area.

People driving to the property are not allowed to drive along the Zona T area, which includes Via Ugo Bassi, Via Rizzoli and Via Indipendenza.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.
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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2434 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.81
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 6.81
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Antonio • couple • it
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Annelies • solo_traveller • nl
5
Eenvoudig, oud hotel midden in centrum.
Pros:

Locatie was prima. Midden in het centrum.

Cons:

Badkamer was heel klein en sterk verouderd. Stopcontact zat los, handdoekhaak zat los, kraan drupte.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Manfredi • couple • it
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Kristine • couple • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tara • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • us
7
Perfect location for everything that you want to see in Bologna
Pros:

Location was fantastic, right in the middle of the Quadrilatero. Don't have to walk more than 5-10 minutes to get anywhere that you would want to see. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly and gave some excellent recommendations for food.

Cons:

Things were a bit run down, not looking for a 5-star stay here, but there were some general maintenance items that could have made the stay perfect. Shower door was broken/off the track (and wouldn't go back on), bathroom door was a pocket door that was very difficult to close, and some of the light fixtures were not fully attached to the wall. Everything just needs a little TLC and some general upkeep.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Carsten • couple • de
8
Jederzeit wieder :-)
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels ist einzigartig. Das Frühstück war sehr vielfältig und lies keine Wünsche offen. Das Personal war entgegenkommend.

Cons:

Das TV-Gerät war über dem Schrank positioniert, sodass man nicht wirklich einen umfassenden Blick darauf hatte.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Marieke • couple • nl
8
Dit leuke hotel zit op een toplocatie met heel fijn personeel!
Cons:

Helaas konden we niet ontbijten omdat net alles op was op het moment dat we aan tafel wilden gaan. Alles zou wel vers aangevuld worden maar daar zouden we voor onze plannen iets te lang op moeten wachten. Daarom hebben we besloten buiten de deur te ontbijten wat ook helemaal prima was. De ontbijtruimte zag er wel erg gezellig uit!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Fabrizio • couple • ch
6
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Springer • couple • de
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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donna • solo_traveller • us
5
Beware of stair issue
Pros:

The staff were all very nice. The location was great with the exception of the noise early morning from the side street vendors setting up at 5am.

Cons:

There were 32, yes I counted them,stairs before you got to the reception area. Then another 2 to get to the lift. If you have mobility issues, it was a killer. Yes, they state they a left but it should be clarified you do not get to the left for the rooms until you climb all of the stairs.
We could not turn the TV on as a code, not provided, was needed. Just an annoyance.
Pass on the breakfast as it seemed to be only cakes and breads.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Brooke • couple • ca
3
Difficult to sleep and poorer quality / cleanliness
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Cleanliness, breakfast was stale, and noise levels

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Perlin • solo_traveller • tr
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
7
Great base to explore Bologna
Pros:

Charming - comfortable - great location - lovely friendly staff - clean

Cons:

Quite basic - very little choice at breakfast which did not get refreshed - overpriced

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • it
4
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • it
9
Pros:

Posizione eccellente, personale gentile, ambiente pulito. Sono stato molto bene.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Berit • family_with_children • no
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Beds and pillows VERY FIRM. Stairs not safe ...loose rug

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee