Hotel Holiday - Bologna

6.6

Buona posizione, personale gentile, stanza pulita. Good location, good employees, clean room.

8.5

The breakfast staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was a welcome refuge after a long tour.

9.9

Stayed here with my 18yr old daughter in Aug 08. We had heavy backpacks and it was a good 15 min hot walk from the railway station not a few hundred meters as on website! If you're loaded with luggage take a taxi c. 7 euros. However, excellent central location with shops, restaurants and all the old town right there. Don't be put off by the sex shop at the begining of the small street this hotel is in - he other end is directly into a main part of the town. If you are staying in Bologna to visit the Ferrari museum at Marinello, it took us a couple of hours by train and bus and 10 mins walk at the other end. We may not have done it in the best way - check the route carefully!

9.8

Free Wifi (if you have your own computer) in the lobby, if not they have a computer at a reasonable price. Also an inhouse bar for beers & coffee. Surrounding is not dodgy as the website has mentioned. It's very quiet, off the main streets. Bologña is small enough to cover by foot.

6.5

Un peu vieillot. Bien situé. Attention, place de parking à payé obligatoire :7€/24h

9.2

This was my first stay at the hotel and I would definitely stay there again. The staff was really nice and helpful, the room comfortable and it is really close to the center. Great value for money.

7.8

hotel gradevole buono il rapporto qualità/prezzo vicino al centro e alla stazione ferroviaria. consigliabile

8.2

The hotel was a little hard to find, and the locals haven't heard of the street. The venere directions (as they usually are) were poor, just saying the hotel is meters from the train station. Well, this is true, but not helpful as it isn't visible from the train station. The hotel is located in a street that is almost a back alley. When I checked in they gave me a room without a window, but when I told them it wasn't acceptable they gave me another room without any problem. The decor is very 1980s, though the rooms were a good size. There is a lift, air conditioning, private bathroom, internet in the lobby, and the breakfast was good.

8.4

I was surprised to find a fully furnished studio apartment for this price.

9.0

Hotel molto grazioso, confortevole e centrale, buon prezzo.

6.5

El hotel está muy bien situado y de precio tambien esta muy bien, muy limpio y acogedor, el empleado que nos recibió muy amable, pero el de la mañana siguiente no tanto, la mujer que pone el desayuno (muy completo) es muy antipática, por el resto yo recomiendo este hotela todo el mundo.

6.7

Prices could be lower, it's difficult to find parking near the hotel, but it is a good hotel and I'll suggest you to other possible costumers.

8.4

Hotel is very well located, clean and comfortable, close to the railway station and historic centre. I recommend to visit Restaurant Diana, close to the hotel on the main avenue. Hotel is very cozy and staff very good

6.2

Nice quiet street, easy to get to most places.

8.9

Spero di ritornare presto!

6.7

L'unica finestra nella camera era ad abbaino, e insieme al fatto che il riscaldamento non era regolabile ed era altissimo, siamo stati costretti a dormire con l'aria condizionata, a gennaio! Inoltre si sente tutto ciò che avviene nelle altre stanze...

7.8

Much Warm!

9.4

The best feature of Hotel Holiday is its convenient location, close to Piazza Maggiore, and just a few blocks off the main road through town. My only complaint would be that the street that it's on is a bit on the dark and seedy side. But, once you enter the hotel, you are welcomed by nice, helpful staff. The rooms are clean, spacious, and quiet. Bkfst is okay, not great. A decent value for the price.

8.3

Ottimo il rapporto qualità/prezzo. L'hotel è situato proprio nelle vicinanze del centro e perciò è molto comodo. Eravamo in 2 con 1 bimba piccola e la camera riservataci era spaziosa con 4 letti.

8.6

Buon hotel a pochi passi dal centro e dalla stazione centrale. Buona la colazione servita e l'accoglienza ricevuta. Manca purtroppo il parcheggio per l'auto. Ottimo il rapporto qualità prezzo. Ci tornerei volentieri.

6.5

Walking past the sex shop at the end of the road we were begining to get a little worried but there was no evidence that the area was in any way dangerous and at night it did not feel in the least thretening. In reality it is quite close to the main part of the city. It is not however a "few yards" from the railway station. It is walkable but it will take 30 mins or so with a suitcase. This hotel doesn't have much character. It is functional and fairly comfortable. Everything works and it is maintained to a good standard. If you want somewhere to lay your head within easy walking distance of the main parts of Bologna this will do fine. Breakfast was quite reasonable. The free sweets on offer by the entrance are a great bonus!

4.4

We paid 86 euro/night. it was small, but that's not a big deal. The noise was excessive though. i could hear word for word what my neighbors above and to the side of me were saying. They also had construction right out our window and we were wide awake by 0800. Bfast was fine. they do have 2 parking spots avail for 13 euro/night. i wish i would have known that the 1st night because we paid 37 euro for less than 24 hours at an outside parking lot.

5.8

The room we stayed in had only a skylight and no other window and the overall impression of the room was rather dull. But beds were OK, and bathroom good except for a very small showercabin and a smell of mould. Breakfast far too sweet without choices for another taste. Best thing with the hotel is the location.

9.2

This hotel represented a good value in terms of features, locations and cost. The choices of items at breakfast was extensive. Proximity to the historic center and restaurants was excellent. The only negatives are 1)the hotel is a little difficult to find (located on a very small side street)and 2) it is further from the train station than you might think (walkable, but taxi would be recommended).

9.1

This was my second stay at Holiday. The location is just about ideal-- very central, close to the university area. Other than that, it's pleasant and perfectly serviceable. It's not cheap exactly but a good price for Bologna. As for quietness: no traffic noise to speak of but you can definitely hear the other guests, so a lot depends on who else is there. This time things were very quiet. Last time I was not so lucky: there was a group of teenagers who visited with each other from room to room until the early morning hours. Breakfast is ok, not great.

7.5

The hotel was very clean, neat and comfortable. The location, whilst central enough, was down a small side street, and did not have the most attractive surrounds. But it was easy to walk to most sites as well as the train station from there, there are plenty of restaurants nearby, and the staff were welcoming.

9.5

We were heading for Verona and the Arena. Holiday was excellent placed in Bologna and compared to the price extremely good.

9.0

We had a party of six people, grandparents and a family with two kids. Our original booking was made for three + three but the hotel personnel had arranged without any questions the other room with extra bed. We were very pleased because we didn´t have to split our family. The room for three people with extra bed was still spacious. Although the location of the hotel was in the heart of the historical city, we didn't suffer any noise related problems: the hotel was in the middle of two very narrow and quiet streets.

9.4

our room looked out onto an inner courtyard, and so was very quiet. The hotel was fine, worth the price, good location, very good reception staff, but in some ways idiosyncratic. For example, the lift had a strange notice (in english) about guests who take breakfast food without paying for it being charged if traces are found in their room. I suggest the hotel just changes its policy to charge all guests a breakfast-inclusive rate, as we had through venere.com. The notice implies that it doubts the honesty of its english speaking guests.

9.1

Very nice location near many restaurants and right in city centre. Close to railway station and monuments. Good Room and breakfast.

8.1

nice breakfast, helpful staff and good location, but not easy to find it, coz located in an alley

5.4

The room was very hot. The air conditioning did not work and there was no way they could make the room cooler. This was a very difficult night for all of us and it was very hard to sleep.

8.1

Qiet and agradable hotel, near town center. Perfect for tourism

8.2

The bathroom was a bit oldfashioned and therefore looked dirty.

6.4

Purtroppo la prima notte siamo capitati in una camera vicino ad un punto del tetto che, con il vento, sbatteva e ci ha rovinato il sonno. Il personale è stato estrememente gentile anche se per quella notte non ha potuto fare nulla, salvo spostarci il giorno dopo. Perplessità sulla colazione: la domenica il personale era decisamente ridotto e abbiamo dovuto chiedere in più occasioni perché qualcuno si accorgesse che le vivande erano finite, e vi ponesse rimedio. La posizione centrale è il suo punto forte. Il prezzo mi sembra un po' alto per la qualità del servizio.

5.2

It's OK for a week end, central and clean next door We had a couple with child so it was a litlle bit noisy

8.6

Hotel was reasonably priced and clean with a good breakfast. We would stay here again.

8.0

Buon rapporto qualità/prezzo. Posizione perfetta : comodo dalla stazione e vicinissimo al centro. Camera ampia, pulita e confortevole; bagno pulito e con sanitari nuovi. La stanza della colazione è nell'androne di ingresso dell'hotel, scelta molto discutibile, colazione abbondante con qualità discreta.

7.7

Ottimo servizio. Abbiamo chiamato prima del nostro arrivo per avvisare della presenza di nostra figlia di un anno e al nostro arrivo era già pronto un lettino adatto a lei. Ottima colazione a buffet. Camera pulita, confortevole e molto spaziosa.

4.1

Very disappointed with Hotel Holiday. Breakfast was a joke, very small area to fit large number of people into. Rooms small.

8.0

I dont remember roomnumber, but it was a triple room in third floor. It was firt time in Holiday. Had a nice stay og i will very much rent this hotel again. it was a quiet area in the centre of bologna.

7.6

Good hotel situated in the middle betweeen Railway Station and main city centre. Basic facilities, but clean and perfect for a one or two night stop over in a great city.

4.8

Stayed for one day in Bologna with two other friends. Hotel is in an alley street. Where it's located not a great place. the Hallway very small and elevator. Beds were not comfortable. Bathroom shower was so small But overall it was okay hotel for one night. If I would go back to this hotel or advice anyone, my answer will be no. But thanks for the services.

7.2

The room was Ok, even though I think it was originally a room for personel - we had a kitchen, a closet with cleaning stuff, an encyclopedia ... but location was great, and all in all, for one night one does need a lot.

8.9

Hotel is very comfortable and very convenient to the train station and all the shopping and sight seeing in Bologna. Staff was very helpful. Good restaurants in the immediate area as well.

8.9

THIS HOTEL CAN BE QUITE DIFFICULT TO FIND. PLEASE OBTAIN A GOOD CITY STREET MAP < http://www.tuttocitta.it/tcolnew/index_tcol.html# > ENTER THE STREET AND AREA NUMBER AND OFF YOU GO. ON FOOT, LEAVING THE MAIN CENTRAL TRAIN STATION BY THE FRONT ENTRANCE, HEAD TO THE LEFT WHERE A MAC DONALDS IS LOCATED, CROSS THE MAIN ROAD AT MAC DONALDS AND TURN LEFT FOR ONLY 15 METERS, THEN TURN RIGHT BY THE OLD RUINS, ACROSS THE SQUARE AND ONTO THE MAIN STREET, FOLLOW THIS STREET, VIA DELL INDIPENDENZA, BEST USE THE STREET MAP FROM HERE. THE HOTEL WAS EXCELLENT, GREAT LOCATION, CLOSE TO ALL SITES AND MAIN SHOPPING AREAS. RECOMMEND THE WINE / CAFE BAR JUST AROUND THE CORNER FROM THE HOTEL, EXCELLENT SERVICE, NOT EXPENSIVE, OPEN ALL DAY TO MIDNIGHT. GOOD RESTRUANTS LOCALLY. < FOR BITS & PIECES SUPERMARKET IS A GOOD 15 MINUTES WALK FROM THE HOTEL, VIALE PIETRO,> WHEN RETURNING TO THIS GREAT CITY WOULD STAY AT THIS HOTEL AGAIN

8.9

I just stayed over one night on my way out ot Italy, and found the hotel to be nice, especially for the Internet price I paid (50 euros). I was alble to park my car in their two car garage across the street. I had a small room on the third floor with a king-size bed, which was fine with me for my short stay. The bed was good, the room clean, the bathroom fine. Unlike some of the other reviews of this hotel I;ve read, I have no complaints and would stay here again.

9.3

Very pleasant. Small room, but that's all I needed. Clean, nicely appointed and with a helpful staff.

9.3

Really good value for money. The room was great and nicely air conditioned. Shower was good too. Only gripe was breakfast - the service was atrocious and no one had bothered clearing any of the tables.

7.6

Pretty good hotel (quality/price). The AC was a bit noisy otherwise everything was quite fine (each room has AC).

8.3

rich breakfast, you can leave your bags at the reception if you're leaving after the check out

5.5

Vor allem die zentrale Lage spricht für dieses Hotel. Statt eines Einzelzimmers wurde mir ein Dreibettzimmer zugewiesen. Na, da blieb genug Platz, Kleidung und Utensilien auf 2 leeren Betten zu verteilen – aber leider wenig Raum zum Rumlaufen. War aber auch nur für 1 Nacht. Am Counter wird man ignoriert, sobald das Telefon klingelt. Beim nächsten Mal würde ich lieber woanders wohnen.

8.1

As several others on Venere.com have noted, the biggest downfall about Hotel Holiday has to do with their shower drains! You either take quick showers or flood the bathroom - or sometimes both! It seems like something that a little Drano Max could fix (or whatever the Italian equivalent would be!) - ha! We were there in early May and the air conditioning was not yet due to be turned on. But we opened a window and that cooled the room. Keeping the shutters closed kept the pigeons out! Unlimited internet access in the lobby for just a few Euros was EXTREMELY convenient! I would stay at the Hotel Holiday again.

9.1

We enjoyed staying at the Holiday. We had a little difficulty knowing which way to head out of the train station but once we headed to the old ruins we were fine. It was less than 10 minutes to walk to our room. Bologna was a pleasant surprise and we were glad we stopped for the night. The breakfast was excellent even though it was presided over by the "breakfast nazi." The only caution would be the shower. I'm sure there are people out there who would not fit. It was by far the smallest shower ever made. However, unless I gain weight, I will definately stay here again.

8.7

Anche se il prezzo a mio parere piuttosto alto, tutto sommato l'albergo mi e' piaciuto e sono pienamente soddifatto della mia permanenza in questo albergo. Ottima la posizione nel centro storico. Personale molto accogliente. Ci tornerei ancora.

8.0

Little hotel in good position, quite clean and without noise. Breakfast room absolutely unsuitable, too much small!!

7.6

Albergo situato in un ottima posizione del centro.Molto pulito e dotato di ottimi confort.Colazione nella media,niente di eccezionale.Peccato che la tripla non fosse che una doppia con un letto aggiunto!E' cmq un bell'albergo dato il costo e la posizione.

6.7

Hotel is in a great location, very close to main attractions and within walking distance of some good ristorantes and trattorias. Very noisy at night with motorbikes racing up the street and groups of youths late at night. Breakfast was adequate, rooms were clean and staff very helpful. Good valu for money and would stay there again.

9.1

This was an excellent place and as described by other visitors. I made my decision based on the feedback provided here and it worked well. It was centrally located and we were able to walk everywhere - sites, dinner, pubs... The staff was helpful, even though the morning girl was hung over - Happy Birthday! They were accomodating to any request we had and were always friendly - even when we butchered the language when trying to speak Italian. The room layout was a bit strange. We only had a skylight in the main area. I would stay here again.

4.6

My reviews might be a little harsh, but considering I didn't sleep for the two nights I slept there, I feel like I am giving them some benefit of doubt. Also the breakfast was not very good, stale bread, tasteless coffee; I was very disappointed. For what I was paying and for it being a 3 star (supposedly) hotel, I felt I was not getting my money's worth. The good thing about the hotel was its location.

9.8

Good location for access to centre/university, restaurants/shops close by, well maintained facilities, friendly reception. Good for price. Would stay again.

7.5

Everything was like I expected it to be. I had a problem with a toilet, although. The water was underneath the normal level, so that a disgusting smell invaded the whole room.

9.7

E un bello albergo 3 stelle. Non e veramente nel centro dunque non e rumoroso. Le stanze sono belle e grande. Il personale e sympatico. C'e molto scelta per la prima colazione. Non e caro rispetto a altre citta d' Italia. E un buon posto a Bologna.

9.0

Everything important can be reached from this hotel by foot, which is perfect. My room was quiet, just a little bit dark. The stuff was very friendly and helpful except the nightportiere during my stay.

2.8

The rooms they have in the internet are not the rooms they provide when you get there. The employe said to me that by that price i couldn´t espect the best room avaiable.They put us in a next door building not in the main building. The room had no fire alarm, no fire escape, i was stucked behind a door of stell that was not easy to open. There was no mini bar, no lift no nothing. That was not in the internet. Don´t ever go to this hotel unless you like to be cheated.

7.5

I don't reccomend this hotel. The rooms are very noisy, you can hear everything your room-neighbours say, making difficult to sleep, and - if you come in the summer - the air conditioning in the rooms works only 7am-23pm, so when it's very hot it's hard to sleep and the a/c doesn't work. --- L'albergo offrirebbe un ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo se non fosse per un paio di particolari per cui non lo consiglio assolutamente : - l'aria condizionata in realtà di notte non funziona (i motori sono accesi solo dalle 7am alle 23pm) : dal momento che di solito si prende un albergo per dormire, è come se non ci fosse, quindi la descrizione del servizio offerto non corrisponde alla realtà. - i muri è come se non ci fossero, sopratutto di notte col silenzio si sente OGNI cosa si dica e faccia nelle camere circostanti, anche a bassa voce, ed è praticamente impossibile dormire se avete degli ospiti vicini rumorosi o che semplicemente passano la notte a parlare.

7.9

Hotel has newly updated bathrooms, which were a nice surprise. Breakfast was pretty good and they have a nice cappicino/coffee machine to make your own drinks in the morning. Rooms were spacious and clean.

9.6

Very good. It was conveniently located about ten minutes walk both from the sdtaion and from the city centre. Rooms wer luxurious without being too luxuriously priced. We would havepreferred a proper window to watch the world go by instead of a skylight. The street was quiet and free from the usual city night noises in Italy. The breakfast was very good, offering good-quality coffee anda wide ranfe of things to eat. It was rather cramped in the dining room. We had never visited Bologna before. It is one of the most civilised places in the world.

7.7

Overall this was a good place to stay. I'm not sure if we were put in a room that is usually used for guests; our room had a kitchen in it. The hotel was filled with a group of Americans that were there for a wedding. So, I think that they gave us a room that was not usually used. It was not spotless and the bed was not very comfortable. There was a large gap between the wall and the bed that we could not close and our pillows kept slipping during the night. Furthermore, there was a fridge but it was empty. The description of the hotel stated that the room had a "frigobar" and at checkout we were asked if we had consumed anything from the frigobar. Lastly, the air conditioner was big, bulky and noisy unit which kept me up the first night. (The second night I wore ear plugs.) Again, though, I'm not sure if the other, regular rooms have this problem. The hotel was down a long alley-like street and there was a sex shop down the street. So, given that it was just two females -- myself and my 13 year old daughter -- I didn't feel very secure at night. On the other hand, the hotel was centrally located and all sights/downtown were easily accessible. It was quite a walk from the train station, though, if you're carring luggage. So, I recommend a taxi. The aerobus picks you up right at the end of the street if you're going to the airport for about 4 euros. This was very convenient. Other than that, it was a good hotel. The staff were very hospitable and helpful. They put up with my broken Italian and didn't offend me by immediately speaking English. The breakfast was plentiful and good and the common areas were nice. They provide internet access in the lobby which is very convenient. This was a good value for the money and I would stay here again.

9.8

The hotel is in a convenient location, 15 minute walk from the train and 10 minute walk to town center. Staff was very helpful and room was a good size. I would definitely recommended Holiday for a stay in Bologna.

8.5

The hotel was in an excellent location for those using public transport or coming from the airport. It was good value for money and very clean & friendly. The only criticism I could give is that it was a bit characterless but couldn't fault the qualilty or location.

9.1

The Holiday was a good experience. A bit expensive, but worth the price. We got a room for Euro 90 through Venere on a weekday in May. It is reasonably central with Piazza San Maggiore about a 10 minute walk.

7.8

The aspect of this hotel that most appealed to me was the location. Although when originally approaching the hotel, one is a bit taken aback by the approach (appears to be an alley) I was prepared for this thanks to another review. The breakfast was good except it seemed to be more complete on the weekend. Once when we went down at 9:20 (breakfasting lasting until 10) we had to request rolls, meat, cheese, etc. And the bed in room 207 leaves a bit to be desired--sagging towards the middle and the room was very small although with everything available. The location, overlooking a shared courtyard was pretty nosiy. However all that being said, loved the location, and would stay here again without hesitation; would just ask for a larger room this time.

9.7

Ideally located for a visit of Bologna - close to everything and no need for a car. The bus takes you to the airport and back (5 mns walk from hotel). The rooms can be noisy at night if the windows are kept open (the building gives onto side streets on both sides. Breakfast is good but an early visit is recommended as it can get crowded. We would stay there again when returning to Bologna.

8.1

very nice and friendly hotel in the city centre. Well communicated both with airport and central station. Hotel staff competent and reactive. The price reflects the quality - there were no hidden costs. Reservation with Venere.com very reliable and on time. I definitely reccomend both the portal and the hotel.

8.2

Helpful staff, perfect economy hotel for a brief stop in Bologna. Slightly aged 80's furnishings. Quiet, relatively spacious room, carpet needs serious cleaning. Desk clerk very accomodating with map, recomendations, etc.

9.0

Excellent location right in the heart of the city - everything walkable although the hotel is also very handy for the excellent local buses. The room was clean, quiet and comfortable - which is all that I want from a hotel room and the hotel staff were always friendly and helpful. If you are expecting a luxury hotel then this is probably not for you, but is comfortable enough and I would be more than happy to stay here again.

9.5

Very helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location. Very nice breakfast buffet. Bed was comfortable, shower was great. Close to several very good resturants. We stayed a week and would stay there again.

8.1

Stayed twice at this hotel in different rooms.Good location for visiting Bologna, reception good with friendly staff. Both rooms were noisy,one was located next to the lift while the noise in the other was caused by street cleaning machines during the night.

6.3

Nice hotel. It is well located, between the railway station and the centre of the town. We made the reservation by the web so I had to introduce my credit card number, here comes the negative point: despite the web affirms that they are not going to charge any pre-payment, the hotel DID. They charged 0,01 € at the moment that we made the reservation. In this case, it was a small quantity, but it has also happened to us with other hotels, and they charged the hole price of the room.

9.3

We are travelling a lot, it was the first time booking with venere, now this acency will get at the first position of your list, cause the price/quality relationship was really excellent thanks

9.7

one of the best places i stayed (in value terms) in Italian cities. Quiet side street but close enough to walk to all attractions; pleasant room (breakfast adequate) - very nice Trattoria on corner adjacent. Very capable staff dealt with my changes to booked date and request for second day with efficiency (and better English than my Italian).

7.2

Spazio pranzo molto ristretto; colazione povera

8.1

Fine room, good location. Breakfast could have been more welcoming but otherwise the place was very friendly.

8.9

Some problems with irritating sounds from the air-condition. Otherwise very good. We will return!

7.6

Very close to the center: shopping, university quarter, restaurants, bars.

8.0

El hotel y la habitación son buenos en relación al precio y está bien situado para la visita de la ciudad. El desayuno era pobre y la mayor arte de los días no había ni fruta ni fiambres

7.9

Good hotel if looking for something central, good-value but on a quiet side street

9.9

The location was great, very close to the main attractions but on a small quite street so no street noise. Breakfast was great. Excellent coffee. People were very polite and helpful. It has an elevator. Room very comfortable, bathroom very nice, on the small side but comfortable enough. Everything very clean and working perfectly.

7.9

Pretty basic hotel room, clean and confortable. Hotel is well situated to old section of Bologna. Staff was very helpful. Rooms had A/C, hotel offered Internet access, parking was off site for a fee. As a newcomer to Bologna I found it difficult to locate. Many one way streets but it all turned out great and we had a fabulous time.

5.8

Location is fine, in the Centre, but in little backstreet. Bicycles requested and promised were not there, which was disappointing.

9.3

Lovely, comfortable hotel close to the centre of the old town. Spotless facilities and welcoming, professional staff. Total value for money and a really pleasureable stay.

9.8

Excellent place to stay in Bologna. We booked this last minute and booked for 75 Euro/night!

8.1

good hotel, well situated, fairly quiet

10

Nice hotel. Great amenities for the price.

9.6

Our stay was wonderfull. The location of the hotel in the center of castellina is excellent. Very charming hotel.

8.1

The only point with a level of satisfation poor, was the situation in the town, and the distance till the parking

8.8

The hotel is in walking distance from the Piazza Maggiore. It is nice, small and clean. The carage is tiny, you can only fit 2 cars so sometimes you don't get a parking space. Parking also costs extra. The room is good quality with the money although the bathroom smells horrible. The service is good, they even make you restaurant reservations for you.

6.6

Another single room "cell" in the center of Milan could be a solution only for very thin and indifferent guests although it is located in a premioum area and the building is beautiful.

7.5

An excellent hotel considering it is an old building in the centre of Bologna. Everything was within walking distance. Bathroom was small, but had everything you need.Limited parking facilities - we used the hotel's garage at a cost of €13 per night.