Overview
The 4-star Starhotels Excelsior is located in the very heart of Bologna and features Wi Fi throughout the property, along with private parking on site. There is the central station close to the pet-friendly hotel, and guests can easily reach Bologna Centrale Railway Station which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Location
This superior pet-friendly accommodation offers a convenient location about 0.5 km from Guglielmo Marconi airport and merely 5 minutes' walk from Porta Galliera. The luxury Starhotels Excelsior Bologna is positioned in a shopping area next to gardens.
Nearby Attractions
The property is situated a minute's walk from the research University of Bologna, while Autostazione di Bologna bus station lies approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Rooms
There are 193 non-smoking rooms at Starhotels Excelsior, some of them feature soundproof windows, along with such conveniences as free Wi-Fi. They are furnished with spacious decor. Providing hair dryers and free toiletries, the private bathrooms come with a shower/bath combination.
Dining
Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast in the restaurant of this Bologna hotel. The superior accommodation boasts Avorio Restaurant restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine. To cater to every palate, it offers a vegetarian-friendly menu. The hotel has a lounge bar with a wide range of refreshing drinks. There is also a restaurant with different Asian dishes in the area.
Relax & Wellness
At the Starhotels Excelsior Bologna, you can find cots and a buggy for guests travelling with children. This Bologna property has a fitness studio. A meeting room and a conference space with a desk and a photocopy machine are available for those travelling for business.
Rooms & Availability
Our pick
Superior Double Room
- 2 max
- 1 King-size bed
- 21 m² / 226 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Deluxe Double Room
- 2 max
- 1 King-size bed
- 26 m² / 280 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Deluxe Triple Room
- 3 max
- 1 King-size bed
- 33 m² / 355 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Junior Suite
- 2 max
- 1 King-size bed
- 33 m² / 355 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- 4 max
- 1 King-size bed
- 33 m² / 355 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Family Connecting
- 4 max
- 2 Single beds
- 42 m² / 452 ft²
- City view
- Inner courtyard view
- Quiet street view
Facilities
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Facilities
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Baby pushchair
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Activities
- Fitness centre
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
- Parquet floor
Tourist attractions in Bologna
Tourist attractions in Bologna
Local sights
- 1.6 km 1 mi National Art Gallery of Bologna
- 1.2 km 0.8 mi Palazzo Fava
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi Museum for the Memory of Ustica
- 1 km 0.6 mi Finestrella
- 1.6 km 1 mi Piazza Maggiore
- 1.6 km 1 mi Fountain of Neptune
- 1.6 km 1 mi Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore
Getting around
- 60 m 197 ft Stazione Centrale
- 280 m 919 ft Autostazione
- 320 m 1050 ft Porta Galliera
- 720 m 2362 ft VIII Agosto
- 420 m 1378 ft Autostazione di Bologna
Dining options
- 290 m 951 ft Trattoria Da Romano
- 240 m 787 ft I Re Di Napoli
- 350 m 1148 ft Il Veliero
- 390 m 1280 ft Lord Bar di Pelacani Roberto
- 40 m 131 ft Mercure Bologna Centro Restaurant
- 430 m 1411 ft La Lanterna
- 230 m 755 ft Ristorante Bolognese
- 100 m 328 ft Venchi Cioccolato e Gelato
Frequently Asked Questions
"Does Starhotels Excelsior offer private parking facilities?"
The hotel provides on-site private parking that is duly inspected 24 hours daily. Charges for parking vary from €18,00 to €30,00 per 24 hours depending on the cubic capacity of the vehicle.
"Is late check-in possible at Starhotels Excelsior?"
The property operates a 24-hour front desk, allowing check-in at any time regardless of arrival hour.
"Are breakfast options available at Starhotels Excelsior, and what is the price?"
The hotel serves breakfast from 07:00 to 10:00 each morning, with a buffet priced at €15 per adult; children eat free when accompanied by paying adults.
"How close is Starhotels Excelsior to Bologna train station and city attractions?"
The hotel is directly opposite Bologna Centrale train station, approximately 80 m (262 ft) away from the main platform, and about a 15-minute walk (around 1.2 km or 0.75 mi) to Piazza Maggiore.
"Does the hotel have an on-site restaurant and what cuisine does it serve?"
The hotel features AVORIO RESTAURANT, serving Italian and regional dishes, open daily from 12:30 to 22:30, with reservation availability.
"Do the rooms at Starhotels Excelsior have private bathrooms?"
All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms, which include toiletries, a shower, and a bath in some rooms.
"What services related to business facilities are available at the hotel?"
A free business centre is accessible on-site; additional services such as fax, photocopying, and meeting or banquet facilities are available at an extra charge.
"Is there assistance available from staff for specific needs?"
The hotel has 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and tour desk services. Staff assist with organizing transfers and provide detailed local information.