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The 10 Best Hostels in Bologna, Italy

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Hostel Il Nosadillo - Bologna is well situated in the Centro Storico of Bologna, 1.1 km from Archiginnasio di Bologna. Located around 1.8 km from San Michele in Bosco, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.3 km away from Santo Stefano Church. The property is situated in the Bologna City Centre district and Piazza Maggiore is 600 metres away.

Clean and cozy, the staff is friendly. It's near the main square and the Bologna Centrale. Great place for a few nights in Bologna!

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8.4
Very good
1,550 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Dopa Hostel is located Bologna, a 10-minute walk from the Cathedral and 350 metres from Palazzo Poggi Museum. It features free WiFi throughout. Bologna Centrale Station can be reached on foot in 15 minutes.

I really likes the facilities, the staff, and the location. the staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the area.

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8.9
Fabulous
2,444 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

While rooms are en suite, dormitories at the hostel come with a shared bathroom. Private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. Some rooms features bright colours and offer a wardrobe, refrigerator and kettle.

The personnel was Amazing ! Room are quite large and well designed and clean !

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8.7
Fabulous
9,770 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also boast free WiFi, while some rooms have a garden view. All rooms have bed linen.

Quadrilatero Bologna is 2.4 km from Bohoostel, while Piazza Maggiore is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 8 km from the hostel.

The staff were really friendly, rooms were super clean, spacious shower and the locker was soo big, I could easily fit in all my belongings when I go out.

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8.8
Fabulous
318 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Located 300 metres from Bologna’s Piazza Maggiore, IL CASTELLO HOSTEL BOUTIQUE is an intimate property with free Wi-Fi throughout. It offers modern rooms with air conditioning and views of San Pietro Basilica.

Excellent value for money Fancy Facilities Friendly staff

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6.5
Review score
1,615 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £86.04
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,194 reviews
    - Location in the center but quiet - 10 minutes walk to Piazza Magiore - Breakfast was included in the price and was ok (sausage/cheese/bread/sweets/coffee/water/juice) - nothing exciting but ok for starting the day in the hotel - The room was big enough but had more of a youth hostel character than a hotel; Otherwise everything you need is there; efficient - Secure parking space available
    Robert
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 69 reviews
    I loved this apartment! I’d definitely stay here again if I return to Bologna. Such a great location, pretty much in the centre and is within walking distance of many places. As a solo traveller I felt very safe staying there as well as comfortable, the apartment was so nice and clean. Perfect for 1/2 people…would definitely recommend this place. I was also given very clear instructions when accessing the property, the communication was great.
    Lougheed
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 20 reviews
    A very well-furnished apartment with everything you need for a few-day stay. Great location. Easy check-in and pick-up of the key from the safe. I highly recommend!
    Vladimir
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £235.75
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,685 reviews
    Friendly reception staff and a great location. A lovely roof terrace. I felt very safe here.
    Jane
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £176.48
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 31 reviews
    Great location and safe Quiet Clean Close to restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets.
    gary
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 549 reviews
    Prompt responses from host and recommendations Comfy bed Quiet room Good size room Good bathroom Safe building Great location in walking distance of everything
    Sophia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £149.71
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,379 reviews
    Great location and very cheap
    Guernsey001
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £86.04
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,194 reviews
    Great location, quite place, 10 minutes walk from the city centre. Safe Car park available for extra 10€ Lift and disabled entrance.
    Melinda D.O
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,444 reviews
    The hostel itself was very cozy and cute. The kitchen was easy to use and a great spot for socialising and meeting new people. Coffee and Tea were available plus a plethora of spices. There was a nice comunale area by the reception great for relaxing during, before and after your stay.
    Quinlan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £78.30
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 660 reviews
    Great location, the host was very friendly and easy to communicate with, I felt very comfortable and safe staying here. Also extremely close to the train station and close to the central part of the city. It was clean, tidy and had enough space for me to relax in. Will stay here again
    Olivia Charleston
    Solo traveller

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