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Starhotels Excelsior

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Piazza Maggiore

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Lobby lounge
Gym
Meeting facility
Reception
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO, 40121
  • Place, Via Indipendenza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, PalaDozza
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (2 adulti + 2 bambini) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (2 adulti + 2 bambini)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Connecting)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bologna

Historic Center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Center hotel, you'll find Via Indipendenza and Bologna Museum of Modern Art. Teatro Arena del Sole and Piazza VIII Agosto are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Indipendenza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • PalaDozza - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Bologna - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Piazza Maggiore - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Two Towers - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 1 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starhotels Excelsior - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Leggera - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zanhotel Europa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Starhotels Excelsior

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Piazza Maggiore
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Starhotels Excelsior. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Bologna hotel is smoke free.

  • 193 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Starhotels Excelsior offers 193 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Bologna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 35 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (31 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (46 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. The tax ranges from EUR 1.5 to EUR 5 per person, per night. The amount has been determined by the local administration and depends on the length of stay, property classification, and room price. This tax does not apply from the 6th consecutive night of stay. Guests exempted from this tax include residents of Bologna and children under 14 years of age. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

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 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 35 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

This property requires identification for all guests at check-in, regardless of age.
Property Registration Number IT037006A19MMQQLIO

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.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Starhotels Excelsior
Starhotels Excelsior Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel Bologna
Starhotels Hotel Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Starhotels Excelsior to the airport?

Starhotels Excelsior is 6.4 mi (21-min drive) away from the Bologna Airport (BLQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Starhotels Excelsior?

As of Feb 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starhotels Excelsior on Mar 1, 2026 start from $131.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Starhotels Excelsior have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Starhotels Excelsior.

Does Starhotels Excelsior offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Starhotels Excelsior, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Starhotels Excelsior?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Starhotels Excelsior?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Starhotels Excelsior?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 35 per day.

Does Starhotels Excelsior have a pool?

Starhotels Excelsior does not have a pool.

Does Starhotels Excelsior have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Starhotels Excelsior have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Starhotels Excelsior to downtown Bologna?

Starhotels Excelsior is 0.8 mi away from Bologna.

Starhotels Excelsior Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 661 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Food was great, bar was nice. Cleaners were very proffessional and cleaned my room well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Customer service was excellent from the moment we arrived to house cleaning. Thank you to the entire team!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Anne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn't try the breakfast but location was perfect for my needs and the bar tender was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
large and soundproofed room, good breakfasts and nice staff. opposite train station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

eliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beatiful hotel great location very clean and very pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

geri

I wasn’t using the parking and I didn’t have breakfast. The location was great right across from the train station, a little pricey for an average room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent size of room and location to train station. Was let down by faulty air con. The room was uncomfortably too hot and the mini bar fridge also did not work. Bar staff were very friendly and excellent cocktails!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were welcoming and very kind. The room was very comfortable, well appointed, very quiet and very clean. The location near the train station allowed us to use Bologna as a home for day trips to Milan, Venice and Ravenna. We would look forward staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanora, Springfield

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again. Great location, helpful staff, nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann, Wilsonville

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kind welcoming and amazing room, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay. The property was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was good. Staff were very kind and helpful. If I had been alone I would not have felt safe in the area around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocco, Glenelg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good hotel wonderful staff great room with a very comfortable bed, covenant location walking distance to most historic sites $ exceptional shopping areas, loads of finning options, can’t fault the convenient location meters from train station,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location in a modern clean hotel. I highly recommend especially to those traveling by train
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean modern rooms. Breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

willa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy off the train. Good food close by. Excellent breakfast! Fabulous staff-very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weng Cho, Champaign

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice. The restaurant and breakfast was good. The staff were very courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. Close to train station. Breakfast is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025