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Garden views
Affittacamere Villa Erbosa
Bologna Guest house
Guesthouse near San Girolamo dell'Arcoveggio with garden views, air conditioning, and on-site parking.
Cheap and budget hotels · Emilia-Romagna · Italy
We reviewed 202 hotels in Bologna across price ranges and picked the 43 best value-for-money options.
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Garden views
Bologna Guest house
Guesthouse near San Girolamo dell'Arcoveggio with garden views, air conditioning, and on-site parking.
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Central & Welcoming
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
A central B&B where the hosts' local tips and booking help turn a good stay into a great one.
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Lively & central
Bologna
A designer hostel with a nightclub and live music, a short walk from the train station.
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Convenient & Comfortable
Bologna
A well-located 3-star hotel with 33 rooms, a rich breakfast buffet, and easy access to Bologna Centrale and the historic centre.
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Pet-friendly camping
Bologna Holiday park
A peaceful camping village with pet-friendly mobile homes, a seasonal pool, and quick access to Bologna's centre.
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Value & convenience
Bologna
Free parking, a hearty breakfast, and easy access to the airport and city centre make this a practical base.
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Central & Practical
Bologna
Centrally located near the train station and shopping district, this 3-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour desk.
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Top-rated rooms
Bologna Guest house
A Bologna hotel that pairs high room comfort with the rare ease of private on-site parking.
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Central & value
Bologna
A well-placed 3-star in Bologna's heart, praised for its central location and value.
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Central & quiet
Bologna Guest house
Friendly staff, spotless rooms, and a location that puts you steps from Bologna's main square.
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Spa & parking
Bologna
A no-frills Bologna base with a proper spa, free parking, and a 7.4-rated restaurant that guests actually praise.
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Historic centre
Bologna
A central, old-world stay a minute from Piazza Maggiore with a generous breakfast and genuinely welcoming staff.
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Guest favorite
Bologna Hostel
A sociable, well-rated hostel near the university with free breakfast and a 9.0 guest score.
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Solid value
Bologna
A straightforward 3-star with a 7.9 guest rating, praised for clean, spacious rooms and a filling breakfast, just minutes from the station.
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Central & intimate
Bologna
Steps from the Fountain of Neptune, this 23-room hotel pairs a prime city-centre location with clean, modern rooms and a welcoming lounge bar.
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Central & Convenient
Bologna
A well-located Bologna base with private parking, 24-hour reception, and pet-friendly rooms, halfway between the station and the centre.
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Central & free parking
Bologna
Central Bologna hotel with free parking, praised for location and helpful staff.
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Central & well-rated
Bologna
Guest-favorite breakfast and a central location near the main shopping street make this 3-star a smart pick.
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Renovated & central
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
A recently renovated stay in Bologna's historic center with top marks for rooms and service.
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Near Station
Bologna
A 3-star stay just steps from Bologna Centrale, with quiet rooms and a generous continental breakfast.
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Convenient & friendly
Bologna
A friendly Bologna base with free parking and quick buses to the center.
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Fair & highway base
Bologna
Free parking, a seasonal pool and direct highway access make this a reliable choice for fair visitors and road-trippers.
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Quiet & well-connected
Bologna
A 3-star Bologna hotel with a standout breakfast buffet, easy bus access, and a quiet district location.
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Good value
Bologna
Comfortable 3-star with on-site parking, a restaurant, and easy bus links to the historic centre.
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Lively central hostel
Bologna Hostel
A top-rated Bologna hostel with a lively bar, friendly staff, and a mix of dorms and private rooms.
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Central & practical
Bologna
A clean, central base between the station and old town, with friendly staff and reliable value.
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Central & Friendly
A central Bologna stay with a rooftop terrace overlooking the Two Towers, praised for its location and friendly staff.
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Central & Quiet
Bologna
Steps from Bologna's arcades and central square, this 3-star offers clean, air-conditioned rooms and a welcoming staff.
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Airport Convenience
Bologna
A solid choice near the airport with free parking, helpful staff, and a great breakfast – ideal for a practical stay.
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Central & budget-friendly
Bologna Guest house
A central Bologna guest house with a solid location, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning in some rooms—at a budget-friendly price.
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Central & Praised Breakfast
Bologna
A well-reviewed central hotel with a standout breakfast and on-site parking.
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Great value
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
A self-catering B&B with free parking, spacious rooms, and a residential setting near the fair and station.
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Central & highly rated
Bologna Guest house
A highly rated guest house in the center of Bologna, steps from the Two Towers and a short walk from Piazza Maggiore.
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Near Station
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
Close to the train station and historic center, this B&B offers spacious, clean rooms and free Wi-Fi at a fair price.
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Central & practical
Bologna Guest house
A 16-room Bologna stay with a car park and easy access to Land Rover Arena.
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Central & reliable
Bologna
Central Bologna hotel with free Wi-Fi and a well-rated breakfast, a short walk from the station and old town.
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Central historic
Bologna
Historic charm two minutes from Piazza Maggiore, with a buffet breakfast and helpful staff.
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Guest favorite
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
Guest-favorite B&B with stellar room scores and easy access to FICO World Eataly.
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Central & Spacious
Bologna
Walk to Piazza Maggiore from this central Bologna hotel with spacious rooms and a praised breakfast.
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Central & Homely
Bologna Guest house
A guest house with a terrace kitchenette, steps from Bologna's historic center.
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Near the station
Bologna
A short walk from Bologna Centrale, this hotel earns high marks for its spotless, soundproofed rooms and friendly staff.
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Central & Walkable
Bologna Guest house
Central Bologna stay within easy walking distance of Casa di Lucio Dalla and the Archiginnasio.
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Value stay near center
Bologna
A practical base near Bologna's center with free Wi-Fi, modern rooms, and a garden patio – ideal for value-focused travellers.
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Central & Quiet
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
A well-liked central base with courtyard views, a 10-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore.
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Good value
A well-priced stay in Bologna's old town, where clean rooms and a genuinely helpful team make the difference.
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Free parking
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
Guests rate the service and rooms highly, and you get free parking plus a garden in central Bologna.
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Central & Modern
Bologna Guest house
A central base with high-rated rooms and easy access to Bologna's market and Piazza Nettuno.
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Central & Refurbished
Bologna
A well-located, recently refurbished hotel with helpful staff and a solid breakfast, just a short walk from Bologna's main square.
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Central & Quiet
Bologna Hostel
A well-reviewed, central Bologna hostel with soundproofed rooms, air conditioning, and an adults-only policy.
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Free parking
Bologna Bed & Breakfast
Garden-view rooms and free parking in a quiet Bologna residential area.
Map & live prices by our partner
True cheap stays in Bologna can start as low as €34 per night. Among the most affordable are Hotel Panorama Bologna Centro at €34 and Hotel Perla at €39, both 1-star properties that still earn strong reviews for their central locations. Astor Hotel, at €37, is a 3-star option near the station that offers clean, spacious rooms and a filling breakfast, proving that low price doesn't have to mean skimping on comfort.
If you're driving, free parking is a rare and valuable amenity in a city center. Several budget-friendly hotels outside the immediate center, such as Hotel Del Borgo near the airport and Hotel Tuscolano, both around €40-€50 per night, include free parking and provide an easy base for exploring by car. For a central stay with parking, Hotel Blumen Collection By Gsa Hotels offers free parking at €69, while Hotel Accademia provides on-site parking from €54, making it possible to have your car and stay in the heart of Bologna without breaking the bank.
Staying near Bologna Centrale means you're a short walk from the historic center and have the convenience of arriving by train. Millennhotel, at €52, sits just steps from the station and is praised for quiet rooms and a generous breakfast. Hotel Donatello, from €55, is a central option near the station and shopping district, offering free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour desk. Astor Hotel, at €37, is also minutes from the station with a filling breakfast, making it one of the cheapest convenient picks.
Prices for the cheapest hotels in Bologna start from around €34 per night. Many budget 3-star options fall in the €40 to €70 range, with typical budget prices at about €55.
The historic center, especially near Piazza Maggiore and the Two Towers, is walkable and packed with budget options like Hotel Panorama Bologna Centro, Hotel Perla, and Albergo Garisenda. Staying further out near the airport or motorway can be cheaper but requires a bus or car to reach the center.
Hotels near the airport, such as Hotel Del Borgo and Hotel Tuscolano, are a short drive away and often offer free parking. Frequent buses connect the airport to Bologna Centrale, and many central hotels, like Astor Hotel, are within walking distance of the station.
Yes, Bologna's historic center is compact and generally safe at night. Many budget hotels, including Hotel San Felice and Hotel University, are within a short walk of Piazza Maggiore, and the porticoes provide shelter if it rains.
Bologna's historic center, with its red-hued porticoes and lively piazzas, sees the city's budget hotels cluster around two main areas: the compact, walkable heart near Piazza Maggiore and the Two Towers, and the corridor leading from Bologna Centrale station. Many of the city's affordable 3-star hotels here sit within easy reach of these landmarks, making it possible to wake up steps from Byzantine basilicas or beside the university quarter, while others trade absolute centrality for free parking and quick bus links to the center.
At the lower end of the price scale, you can find simple, no-frills 1-star and 2-star stays for as little as €34, often with surprisingly high guest ratings, good for travelers on a tight budget or those mostly using the room as a base. Toward the top of the budget range, around €70 to €90, 3-star properties commonly include private parking, on-site restaurants, and praised breakfasts, offering a balance of value and comfort without venturing into mid-range prices. Alongside the hotels on this page, you'll also find a handful of guest houses, hostels, and B&Bs sharing the same budget-friendly profile.
This selection of cheap and budget hotels in Bologna is ideal for travelers who want to save on accommodation without sacrificing location or basic comforts. It suits backpackers, city breakers, and business travelers who plan to spend most of their time exploring or working, and who see the hotel as a place to sleep. If you need guaranteed airport shuttle services or extensive amenities, consider the airport or 4-star pages. For families needing more space or specific child-friendly facilities, the family-friendly page will be more appropriate. If you're looking for the absolute best-rated places regardless of price, the main hotels page or the 3-star page might offer more options.