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The Sydney Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near BolognaFiere, connected to the convention center

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A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a pool, featuring tables with white tablecloths and black chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a wall mural.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Michelino 73, Bologna, BO, 40127
  • Place, BolognaFiere
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, EuropAuditorium Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Parco Nord Arena
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a city skyline mural on the wall, and bedside lamps.

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with three beds, each with a black and white checkered bedspread. There is a framed picture on the wall above the beds, and a wooden door with glass panels to the right.

Comfort Quadruple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of a building with a distinctive architecture.

Business Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a wall mural.

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a sofa, a wall mural, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a framed picture.

Comfort Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Comfort Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a bookshelf.

Executive Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Camera Tripla Executive

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a cup and saucer.

Camera Tripla Executive

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a city skyline mural on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a marble wall, a vase with yellow flowers, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Bologna Fiere District stay.With a stay at this Bologna Fiere District hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of BolognaFiere and 2 miles (3 km) of EuropAuditorium Theater. Parco Nord Arena and Luigi Bombicci Museum of Mineralogy are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • BolognaFiere - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Virtus Arena - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • EuropAuditorium Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Parco Nord Arena - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Caserme Rosse - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna Fiere Station - 6 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 9 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mensino / Piana S.n.c. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪I Matti Anni 30 - ‬9 min walk
  • Dragon Pub
  • ‪Paninoteca/Snack Bar Fiera - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Sydney Hotel

4-star hotel near BolognaFiere, connected to the convention center
The Sydney Hotel offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 8 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2713 square feet (252 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Sydney Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bologna hotel is smoke free.

  • 207 guestrooms or units
  • 2713 sq ft of conference space
  • 252 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Sydney Hotel offers 207 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters. 30-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per stay
  • 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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 037006-AL-00098

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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera
Novotel Fiera
Novotel Fiera Hotel
Novotel Fiera Hotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera Hotel Bologna
Novotel Bologna Fiera Hotel
Bologna Novotel
Novotel Bologna Fiera
The Sydney Hotel Hotel
The Sydney Hotel Bologna
The Sydney Hotel Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sydney Hotel to the airport?

The Sydney Hotel is 6.1 mi (10-min drive) away from the Bologna Airport (BLQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Sydney Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sydney Hotel.

Does The Sydney Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Sydney Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Sydney Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Sydney Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Sydney Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Sydney Hotel have a pool?

The Sydney Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Sydney Hotel have a restaurant?

The Sydney Hotel is home to Ristorante Opera, which features light fare.

Does The Sydney Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Sydney Hotel to downtown Bologna?

The Sydney Hotel is 2.1 mi away from Bologna.

The Sydney Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 995 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 419 out of 995 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 995 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 995 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 995 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good all around
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel, staff is very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The personnel was so great, they cleary like their job and have built a service culture. Great parking and easy to get location. Facilities are outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool Close to city and airport
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome. The room was excellent, including the breakfast. The hotel also features a pool, which contributed to its overall rating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very quiet. Very good breakfast and location. I would revommend the Sydney Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and breakfast, with awesome facilities. On the edge of Bologna so easy to get to places outside of the city and free parking. Awesome place for families and a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the pool and pool area. The room was spaciouus and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mahmoud

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar was excellent. Food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic value for money. Swimming pool was a great feature. Food excellent - both breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overnighter after a day in Bologna and before flying out the next morning. Great to have a swimming pool to let the kids cool off. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the fair, no parking problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

kwang hee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good but location is quite far away from the city center.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great. Loved it. Spacious modern room friendly staff. Great breakfast with
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy drive into Bologna and the highways
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

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

Good for Exhibition

Easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Filippo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Niels Wann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, good service, but a pity breakfast stop at 10
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jon Runar

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

Good enough

Good rooms and friendly staff, breakfast very good. The extra bed for the kids where a little bad,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely fantastic Hotel very reasonably priced staff was excellent room was cleaned and is exactly as promised. Quick check in and check out. Excellent service getting a text very good breakfast Bravo all around
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Julie-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the highway
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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