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Starhotels Excelsior

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty buffet breakfast before stepping out to discover historic landmarks within easy walking distance of the hotel.

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Located in Bologna's Historic Center, Starhotels Excelsior offers a family-friendly environment. Enjoy breakfast at Avorio restaurant, access the fitness center, and be minutes from Land Rover Arena and Piazza Maggiore. Free WiFi in rooms and multilingual staff enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 419
AED 520 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and toys on the floor.

Family Room (2 adulti + 2 bambini)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room (Connecting)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a vase with flowers.

Deluxe double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(112 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CONNECTING ROOM

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Center, a neighborhood in Bologna, Starhotels Excelsior is near a train station and near theme parks. Bowling San Lazzaro and Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mercato Delle Erbe and Via Zamboni. Traveling with kids? Consider Bologna Botanical Gardens and Palazzo Poggi Museum. Visit our Bologna travel guide
Map
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO, 40121

What's nearby

  • A nighttime street scene with classical architecture, including a prominent columned structure and illuminated buildings.
    Via Indipendenza
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic European street with a prominent tower, ornate buildings, and a bustling pedestrian area.
    Two Towers
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A historic square with a large brick wall, a fountain, and classical architecture.
    Piazza Maggiore
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A statue of a muscular figure with a trident, standing on a pedestal in front of a historic building with arched windows and a tower.
    Fountain of Neptune
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Bologna
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

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

  • Pizza Leggera
    2 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk
  • Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast
    4 min walk
  • AB Bar Tabacchi
    1 min walk
  • La Bottega
    4 min walk

About this property

Starhotels Excelsior

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel in the business district
  • Located close to University of Bologna and Piazza Maggiore, Starhotels Excelsior provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Avorio, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and multilingual staff
    • A TV in the lobby, a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All 193 individually furnished rooms boast perks such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Baby baths and childcare services
    • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
    • TVs with premium channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Avorio

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires identification for all guests at check-in, regardless of age.
Property Registration Number IT037006A19MMQQLIO

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Starhotels Excelsior pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Starhotels Excelsior?

As of 23 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starhotels Excelsior on 2 August 2026 start from AED 419, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 35 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Starhotels Excelsior?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starhotels Excelsior?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Starhotels Excelsior located?

This family-friendly Bologna hotel is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Via Indipendenza, Piazza Maggiore, and University of Bologna. Montagnola Park and Teatro Testoni Ragazzi are also within 10 minutes. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) and Bologna Central Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Starhotels Excelsior Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Hasmita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right opposite the station. Our flight was late evening and took the Marconi Express train took 20mins no hassle very easy to book. Our room was lovely ,, comfy bed, large bathroom with shower with shampoo & body lotion, you need to bring your own conditioner. Tea, coffee with kettle, and chargeable minibar. Very helpful staff and polite reception who are happy to help with any query you may have. Breakfast was amazing and everything thing is walkable. Loads of restaurants to choose from, local shop right next to the station, and in town. We took day trip train to Florence, Venice, Ferrera, Rimini if you want to head off to a beach resort, Modena home of Ferarri, other options available to visit too. We this hotel really needs is swimming pool, sauna where you can relax after a busy day. Very happy overall and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really don’t have anything negative to say about this place. Located just across from the train station, super nice room and bed, bathroom had an oversized tub and everything looked new. They even disposed of my broken suitcase for free. Reasonable price also. Can’t go wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, lovely hotel lobby and bar. Room was perfect for our 2 day stay. The sofa bed was not made up for our son on arrival so we had to request that on our first evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful with great recommendations. Location amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sauber und sehr schöne große Zimmer mit allen Annehmlichkeiten. Das Personal ist außergewöhnlich freundlich.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fint och trevligt hotell med bra frukost. Ligger bra vid centralen med gångavstånd in till Centrum.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property! Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Agnes

Liked: Staff & service
Even a bottle of water has a charge. The toilet was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CherryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members were fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CherryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful i
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Siak Khee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's right in front of the central train station. Takes about 20 min to walk to the old town main cathedral where all the action are. So if you are travelling by train, this is perfect. Enough restaurants nearby. Grocery store about 10mins but you need to find them. Breakfast is maybe 7 or 8/ 10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ons verblijf was top! Dank je wel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer ist immer sehr sauber und geräumig. Das Hotel ist unser Ankerpunkt immer in Bologna.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was located in a great location and extremely convenient to the train station and downtown area. They staff was very helpful and professional. They were able to answer all our questions and provided great recommendations of places to see and where to eat. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay for a one night stop over in Bologna. Close to station, short walk into the city and lots of good options for food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Near train station and walkable to city center
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely first class hotel. Professional, welcoming staff, fabulous breakfast, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place right in front of the train station and a few minutes walk to the heart of the city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenant place and close proximity to airport train, shops, DT, bars/restaurants, churches & museums.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto perfetto
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super hotel, beautiful room, excellent breakfast very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ravi Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed staying and highly recommend it. Buffet breakfast was also excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ivonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, close to train station and historic center. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mishelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy to walk to things. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026