Hotel Porta San Mamolo

The property is tucked away at the Southern tip of the old town. Great for walking and close by many sites, restaurants and porticoes. Can be tricky to find by car….trust the street signs! Rooms are pretty: spacious, very clean, large bathroom and wooden floored (very unusual). There is a beautiful brick courtyard with space to sit, dotted by citrus trees and jasmine. I would imagine in late spring and summer this is even lovelier. The breakfast served is expansive and has continental fare including coronetti, toast, cereal, yogurt, fruit and provides a large and delicious selection of the local delicacies: mortadella, salumi, prosciutto crudo and Parmagiano. Plenty of fresh ricotta and mozzarella, too. We parked nearby in a covered and locked lot which is a benefit. The staff was friendly and helpful.

The location was perfect for us—just a 5-minute walk to the center and square, where the best shopping and restaurants are. We loved being so close yet on a quiet, safe street. The restaurant across the road was our favorite! In fact, we enjoyed the hotel and restaurant so much that we extended our stay at both. The bed was very comfortable, the room was spacious with lovely interiors, and the breakfast setting was divine—an indoor garden-like space that felt so serene. The staff were incredibly helpful, going above and beyond to make our stay memorable. We absolutely loved Bologna and will definitely return to this city and hotel!

One of the highlights of our stay was dining at the hotel's garden cafe for breakfast. The buffet offered a wide variety of delicious options, from freshly baked pastries to eggs. The quality of the food was exceptional, and the service was prompt and attentive. Overall, the Hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. The combination of top-notch service, luxurious accommodations, and excellent location made for a truly memorable experience. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a perfect blend of comfort and hospitality during their visit to this city.

We recieved a warm welcome and assistance with our multiple heavy bags 😅 we stayed only for one night, as our flight was early the next day. (Would definitely book a longer stay on our next trip to Bologna!) and despite leaving before the breakfast started, the concierge made us two cappuccino and coordinated our taxi for us. Excellent service and charming accommodations! We also liked the quiet neighborhood and easy walk to Piazza Maggiore, great location.

The location was ideal, quiet and about 10 minutes from the city center. The breakfast was quite good with a wide variety of Italian and non-Italian products. Finally, the hotel personnel was always friendly and happy to help. Remember to ask the reception to boon any taxis for you and don't use too much the respective apps.