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A Step from the Center

Apartment near Piazza Maggiore in Bologna

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bologna, Città Metropolitana di Bologna
  • Place, PalaDozza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Saragozza-Porto stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Saragozza-Porto apartment, you'll find Porta San Felice and PalaDozza. Ospedale Maggiore di Bologna and Charterhouse of Bologna are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • PalaDozza - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ospedale Maggiore di Bologna - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Stadio Renato Dall'Ara - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Piazza Maggiore - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • BolognaFiere - 12 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna Central Station - 9 min drive
  • Pilastrino Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pantera Rosa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al Mi Furner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kabulágna - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seijo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Venezia - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Step from the Center

✨ Bologna: Your Strategic Retreat, 10 Minutes from the Central Station ✨

Our cozy apartment awaits you in a peaceful and well-served neighborhood, just 1 km from the beating heart of Bologna's historical center. Enjoy the ideal mix of tranquility and convenient connectivity to the whole city.

Key Access and Transportation:

From Central Station: EASILY REACHABLE in just 10 minutes by bus (the bus stop is just a few steps from the entrance).

From the Airport (BLQ):

By Taxi/Car: The trip is fast, about 15 minutes.

By Public Transport: The apartment can be reached in approximately 30–40 minutes with a quick transfer near the Maggiore Hospital (shuttle/bus + local bus).

What You'll Find in the Apartment:

A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for your meals.

Your breakfast is covered: choose between a pod coffee machine or a classic Italian moka pot (caffettiera).

Bathroom with a comfortable shower, supplied with soft towels and fresh bed linen.

A private balcony with a view, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening aperitivo.

The neighborhood is quiet and offers all essential conveniences within walking distance (supermarkets, pharmacies, etc.).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A Step from the Center to the airport?

This apartment is 4.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bologna Airport (BLQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Step from the Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does A Step from the Center offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Step from the Center?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at A Step from the Center?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at A Step from the Center?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does A Step from the Center have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does A Step from the Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is A Step from the Center to downtown Bologna?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Bologna.

A Step from the Center Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lena C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, about 15-20 min walk to the main piazza. Great restaurants nearby. The apartment is stalked in everything you need. The host is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nenad D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real conditio

Everything was in the best order, and the description in the offer is identical to the real condition, the host was very helpful for everything... Nenad
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephane Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even though the property is a little bit outside of the city center, it can easily be reached within a 15/20 minute walk and there are plenty of buses at the street corner. The apartment is very clean and has everything you need. Pietro is great at communicating and lives nearby if necessary. There are also a lot of supermarkets and cafes in the neighborhood. Make sure to ask Pietro about the local restaurants; he knows all the good, non touristy places.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pietro has been a very friendly host. He was very communicative about arriving and also presented some tips on local food experiences near by. Communication was very good and the apartment was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine M.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feel like a local

The immediate area around the location is not heavily touristed and you can get a genuine local experience. 5 to 10 minutes walking towards the centre of town and the action picks up. Bedroom, lounge and kitchen are all clean and comfortable. The little balcony is where we finished every evening listening to sounds of life. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jörg N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla T.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cosima Susann E.

Übernachtung in Bologna

Der Standort der Wohnung ist ideal, weit genug vom schönen aber rummeligen Zentrum entfernt, das mit dem Bus (Haltestelle 2 Minuten Fussweg entfernt) gut zu erreichen ist. Direkt neben dem Mehrfamilienhaus gibt es einen Pub, der nur Freitag Abends etwas belebter war. Wer auf großen Luxus verzichten kann und gerne in komplett abdunkelbaren Räumen schläft, wird mit der Unterkunft zufrieden sein. Vom Balkon aus hat man einen schönen Blick in die bewaldeten Hügel.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulio S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Appartamento Pulito e Completo di ogni servizio

Ho pernottato in questo appartamento con la mia compagna dal 13 al 15 Ottobre, l’ho trovato estremamente pulito. Letto molto comodo, cucina completa e funzionante, bagno pulito, utilissima la lavatrice. La posizione è buona, grazie alla fermata degli autobus vicino casa si può raggiungere sia il centro che la stazione dei treni in pochi minuti. Il proprietario di casa è stato molto gentile e preciso nel darmi tutte le indicazioni di cui avevo bisogno. Abbiamo vissuto una bella esperienza a Bologna anche grazie a questo confortevole appartamento.😁
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelia F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gran anfitrión

Nos alojamos durante dos noches y fué todo estupendo, el contacto con el dueño magnífico, alojamiento con buenos servicios cerca y fácil para llegar al centro. Destaco la limpieza del alojamiento y la comodidad del dormitorio. Un gran detalle tener café para poder levantante con buen pie tomando uno en la terraza. Recomendable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023