Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed,2 Single beds
Guest house · Bologna · Emilia-Romagna
Residenza Del Duse
A 19th-century guest house in Bologna’s historic centre, steps from Piazza Maggiore and the city’s main sights.
- Steps from Piazza Maggiore
- Charming 19th-century building
- Shared kitchen and terrace
8.8
Great
1245 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 1245 reviews
About
Residenza Del Duse
Residenza Del Duse is a 3-star guest house set in a 19th-century building on Via Cartoleria, in the heart of Bologna’s old town. Its position puts you within easy walking distance of Piazza Maggiore, with its Nettuno fountain and the Cathedral of San Petronio, as well as La Macchina del Tempo and Montagnola Park.
The property offers a mix of double, deluxe, triple, and family rooms, all with air conditioning, soundproofing, and parquet floors. Guests can use the shared kitchen, relax on the terrace or in the garden, and take advantage of free Wi-Fi and luggage storage. The atmosphere is old-fashioned and charming, with a helpful owner and staff.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Exceptional location in the historic centre — The guest house sits on Via Cartoleria, within easy walking distance of Piazza Maggiore, the Cathedral of San Petronio, and Montagnola Park.
- Spacious, comfortable rooms — Guests highlight the generous size of the rooms, comfortable beds, and modern amenities like air conditioning and flat-screen TVs.
- Charming 19th-century character — The building retains an old-fashioned, charming atmosphere that many guests find appealing.
- Helpful and friendly staff — Multiple guests mention the affable and responsive staff, including the owner, who goes out of their way to assist.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, so you’ll need to make other arrangements if travelling with an animal.
- Check-in window ends at midnight — Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, so late arrivals after midnight cannot be accommodated.
- No on-site parking — Parking is not listed among the amenities, so guests arriving by car will need to find public parking nearby.
- Breakfast not guaranteed — One review mentions a restaurant for breakfast, but the property does not list breakfast as a standard amenity, so it may not be available to all guests.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
Comfort Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Deluxe Family Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Key access
Room
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
Common Areas
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Shared kitchen
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 1,245 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 1245 reviews
8.8Verified guest“Comfortable location quite close to the city centre, near restaurants and bars.”
8.8Verified guest“We had a fantastic stay and would recommend this place – it had a charming, old-fashioned vibe that was just perfect, with great restaurants and bars nearby.”
8.8Verified guest“Greatly enjoyed this charming old hotel, easy to find. Central heating, a flat-screen TV, and a fridge in extremely spacious rooms were awesome. The setting was great and fantastic, not far from the main attractions. It also was in the historic centre.”
8.8Verified guest“I stayed in this hotel for 3 nights and loved it. Everything was good, including affable staff and a magnificent location very close to the main attractions.”
8.8Verified guest“This place is a beautiful old building with a comfortable and exceptionally convenient location near the airport and all shops, with very friendly staff.”
8.8Verified guest“All of the staff were helpful.”
04 — Location
Getting around Bologna
The property sits in Bologna.
Piazza Maggiore: The main square of Bologna, home to the Nettuno fountain and the Cathedral of San Petronio, is a short walk from the guest house.
Montagnola Park: A 19-minute walk away, this park offers a green escape from the city centre.
Casa di Lucio Dalla: A 10-15 minute walk from the property, this is the former home of the famous Italian singer-songwriter.
46 Via Cartoleria, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Residenza Del Duse.
Is parking available?
The property does not list parking as an amenity, so you may need to use public parking nearby.
Does the guest house have air conditioning?
Yes, air conditioning is listed among the amenities, and some guests have mentioned it in their reviews.
Is there a shared kitchen?
Yes, a shared kitchen is available, and guests have noted it as a convenient feature.
The bottom line
For travellers who want to be in the middle of Bologna’s historic centre, Residenza Del Duse offers a charming base with spacious rooms and a helpful team. The lack of pets and parking may be a factor, but the location and character make it a solid choice for a city break.
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