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A dependable station-side base that puts convenience ahead of character.
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Axel’s rating: 8.4/10 · a practical 4-star city hotel beside Bologna Centrale
NH Bologna de la Gare is a practical 4-star city hotel, and a strong pick if Bologna is your base for train trips. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, helpful staff and a varied breakfast; Booking.com’s strong cleanliness and comfort ratings reinforce that picture. We'd choose it for straightforward comfort and easy arrivals rather than a distinctly Bolognese atmosphere.
The trade-off is being beside the station rather than deep in the historic center: allow roughly 15–20 minutes to walk to Piazza Maggiore. Room categories matter, and several recent guests mention small showers even when bedrooms are comfortable. Breakfast is not included in every booking, and parking is paid and off-site. We'd skip it if old-town character or stepping straight into the main sights matters more than transport convenience.
- Rooms
- Comfort is well rated, but sizes vary by category and some showers feel cramped.
- Cleanliness
- A consistent strength across Booking.com, Tripadvisor and recent Expedia reviews.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful staff earn repeated praise across sites.
- Amenities
- Restaurant, bar, gym and free Wi-Fi; no swimming pool advertised by NH.
- Fees and surprises
- City tax applies; check breakfast inclusion, reserve paid off-site parking, and expect pet charges.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
Piazza XX Settembre, 2, Bologna
Excellent for Bologna Centrale; the main historic sights require a longer walk.
Amenities and check-in
Restaurant, bar, gym and free Wi-Fi; no swimming pool advertised by NH.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- No pool
- Activities for kids
- Breakfast (extra charge)
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fitness center (free)
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NH Bologna de la Gare Hotel — Bologna, Italy
NH Bologna de la Gare Hotel is a practical 4-star city hotel beside Bologna Centrale in Bologna, Italy.
Address: Piazza XX Settembre, 2, Bologna. Property ID: 1042434.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/bologna/nh-bologna-de-la-gare-hotel-1042434
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Axel's take: 8.4/10
A dependable station-side base that puts convenience ahead of character. a practical 4-star city hotel beside Bologna Centrale, scored for what it is.
NH Bologna de la Gare is a practical 4-star city hotel, and a strong pick if Bologna is your base for train trips. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, helpful staff and a varied breakfast; Booking.com’s strong cleanliness and comfort ratings reinforce that picture. We'd choose it for straightforward comfort and easy arrivals rather than a distinctly Bolognese atmosphere.
The trade-off is being beside the station rather than deep in the historic center: allow roughly 15–20 minutes to walk to Piazza Maggiore. Room categories matter, and several recent guests mention small showers even when bedrooms are comfortable. Breakfast is not included in every booking, and parking is paid and off-site. We'd skip it if old-town character or stepping straight into the main sights matters more than transport convenience.
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Best for: travelers arriving by train; rail day-trippers; business travelers
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Watch out for: 15–20-minute walk to Piazza Maggiore; small showers in some rooms; paid off-site parking
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Location: Excellent for Bologna Centrale; the main historic sights require a longer walk.
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Rooms: Comfort is well rated, but sizes vary by category and some showers feel cramped.
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Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Booking.com, Tripadvisor and recent Expedia reviews.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff earn repeated praise across sites.
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Amenities: Restaurant, bar, gym and free Wi-Fi; no swimming pool advertised by NH.
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Fees and surprises: City tax applies; check breakfast inclusion, reserve paid off-site parking, and expect pet charges.
Axel's opinion of NH Bologna de la Gare Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About NH Bologna de la Gare Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- NH Hotels
- Piazza XX Settembre, 2, Bologna
- Amenities: No pool, Activities for kids, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible elevator, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Bologna
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