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Exterior
Banquet hall
Rooftop terrace
Reception
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Via Indipendenza, 69, Bologna, BO, 40121
  • Place, Via Indipendenza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bologna
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪14 min drive‬
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Room options

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Deluxe Room with balcony

Deluxe Room with balcony

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Plus Room

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Suite

Comfort Suite

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room with balcony

Executive Room with balcony

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Imperial Suite with panoramic terrace

Imperial Suite with panoramic terrace

  • City view
  • 160 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite with Terrace

Junior Suite with Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Liberty Room

Liberty Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Liberty Junior Suite

Liberty Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room with Terrace

Premium Room with Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Smart Room

Smart Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Urban Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Urban Junior Suite

Urban Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Signature Studio Suite

Signature Studio Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Compact Room

Compact Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

I Portici Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a rooftop terrace, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
I Portici Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Bologna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include in-room fitness.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of I Portici Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Piazza VIII Agosto. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and a bar. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Ristorante I Portici, a fine-dining restaurant that serves Italian cuisine
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by foot from Piazza Maggiore and a 4-minute drive from BolognaFiere
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square meters) and includes a conference center. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the luxury I Portici Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Bologna hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Ristorante I Portici - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 1-star Michelin rating. Reservations are required.
Caffè Eden - This bar specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Osteria Pizzeria - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (EUR 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caffè Eden
  • Osteria Pizzeria
  • Ristorante I Portici

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (2,153 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free weights
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Workout equipment

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g., directions).
Property Registration Number IT037006A12MXRCUO9
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

I Portici
I Portici Bologna
I Portici Hotel
I Portici Hotel Bologna
I Portici Hotel Hotel
I Portici Hotel Bologna
I Portici Hotel Hotel Bologna

I Portici Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Valenttina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, room are small
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Typical old style building in Bologna with STYLE. Staff are professional and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room, great service and awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely hotel and a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Wonderful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff, well located and super clean. Food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in bologna. The restaurant 1 michelin star is superlative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay parking was nice to have
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IRMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff, great room, superb location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yoram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classy hote
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linnea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 nights in Bologna

Beautiful, old, full service hotel. Convenient location, walkable to train station and central city. Staff was attentive, and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with very nice rooms, very helpful staff and one of the best complimentary breakfast I have ever had in travels. Excellent location to get to shops, restaurants and train station. This will be my hotel whenever I go to Bologna.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Walter

Wonderful staff and a kick ass breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very helpful staff & conveniently located for sightseeing and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay! Incredible value and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good for the night, bed comfortable & convenient location- around 10 minutes walk to train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, rooms, and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One the best hotel in bologna downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, great restaurant and friendly and helpful staff - really recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, perfectly kept rooms, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is excellent, the room was very comfortable and had a nice view; it has a very good location, the restaurant is very good. The hotel staff is superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025