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Starhotels Excelsior

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Piazza Maggiore

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Lobby lounge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Meeting facility
Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Reception
In the heart of Historic Center, Starhotels Excelsior welcomes families with a warm atmosphere. Savor breakfast at Avorio, recharge at the gym, or explore nearby Land Rover Arena and Piazza Maggiore. With free in-room WiFi and multilingual staff on hand, this hotel is perfect for making memories.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
$129 nightly
The total price is $158
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Delicious dining options
This hotel tempts taste buds with a restaurant, cafe, and bar. A buffet breakfast adds to the culinary adventures awaiting hungry travelers.
Dreamy sleep comforts
Choose from a personalized pillow menu each night. Blackout drapes and turndown service create a perfect sleep oasis. Refreshments await in the minibar.

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Connecting)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Lobby

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,009 reviews
$159 nightly
The price is $191
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO, 40121

What's nearby

  • PalaDozza - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Bologna - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Piazza Maggiore - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • BolognaFiere - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 21 min drive
  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 1 min walk
  • Bologna Central Station - 1 min walk
  • Bologna Rimesse Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starhotels Excelsior - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Leggera - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zanhotel Europa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nh Bologna De La Gare Breakfast - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Starhotels Excelsior

At Starhotels Excelsior, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital and Piazza Maggiore. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Avorio, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, BolognaFiere and Ducati Museum are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 193 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 35 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu
  • Baby bath
  • Stroller

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 46
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 20
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 31
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Avorio - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35 per pet, per stay (maximum EUR 35 per stay)

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 35 per day

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard
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.
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

National rating

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

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

Does Starhotels Excelsior offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Starhotels Excelsior does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Starhotels Excelsior?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Starhotels Excelsior?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 35 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Starhotels Excelsior?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Starhotels Excelsior and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Starhotels Excelsior?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Avorio.

What's the area around Starhotels Excelsior like?

Starhotels Excelsior is a short 1-minute walk from Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) and 18 minutes' walk from Piazza Maggiore. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Starhotels Excelsior Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Train station
Location
Breakfast
Restaurant
Trains
Bed
Walking
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and incredible with a variety of fresh food and drink options. (40 reviews)
  • The property's on-site restaurant and nearby dining options offered a variety of choices with excellent food and convenient locations. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Kind welcoming and amazing room, great breakfast
Aline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bologna Getaway

Excellent hotel- clean, great service and conveniently located close to the train station. Would recommend staying there!
Luciano, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, really enjoyed our stay
David Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff and hotel

Wonderful staff and excellent hotel right next to the central station.
Adnan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely stay again. Perfect location to train station if you have luggage, easy walk. Rooms very good.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family holiday

I stayed here after finishing a cruise from Ravenna and it was great. The location was perfect for transfers to and from the cruise port and also the airport. The room was very clean with plenty of space and the service was excellent. If I am ever returning to Bologna or taking another cruise from Ravenna I will be returning to this hotel.
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They had the best breakfast we've had in all of Europe! The staff was very well trained and service was excellent!
Douglas, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Good bed, good ac, clean, but rude front desk
mattias, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely big room, with bathtub. Our room was located on the train station side. But there was no noice at all. The room had a double window so no sound at all.
Kristian, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great position opposite the railway station. Staff charming, friendly and knowledgeable. Comfortable bed and good breakfast. I will return.
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, beautiful hotel. Great location as it was right across the street from the train station. Highly recommend.
Sandra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location for family with many suitcases was perfect! Great spot, friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast selection.
Jacqueline, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel directly opposite the train statio

Beautiful hotel directly across from the train station but also walking distance of all the tourist attractions. Staff are so friendly and helpful. We arrived on a morning train, our luggage was tagged and taken to our room for us. Highly recommend this hotel.
Arlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel across the street from centrale train station.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, comfortable bed, good restaurant and fantastic staff. From check in to check out and restaurant in between, the staff were wonderful. Friendly and extremely helpful.
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great quality accommodation and ideal location for access to station and exploring the city.
Adrian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful, classy hotel where every detail is carefully thought out. The bedding is of superior quality as are the towels and toiletries. It's quiet and tastefully decorated. The in room snacks are also delicious. A perfect stay.
Mariaelena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot travelling in and out of bologna by train
Graeme, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff were very helpful & accommodating!
Lakshmi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room and wonderful bedding!
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and excellent service. VERY clean. Rooms and property modern / updated. Close to the train station. Restaurants and shopping convenient. On-site restaurant / bar.
Charlotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very professional staff. Clean room and nice breakfast.
Roberto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel conveniently located across from the train station and within walking distance to the center of town. Spacious room, comfortable bed, good breakfast, on site parking available. Would definitely stay there again.
Cyntia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stop!

Great service, great team, bed was comfortable, hotel was clean!
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, clean, classy yet right across from train station; lots of places to eat around the hotel. Room was spacious for 3 of us, bathroom was nice, the shower has half door so it can get messy unless you stand right under it. Perhaps a shower curtain or a door on it will be great. Overall we loved our stay at this hotel.
chandrika, 3-night trip