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L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center

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Class, atmosphere, convenience, superior quality and comfort - This is L'ARENA.
We are located in the best part of Bologna's Historical Center, with all at hand
The livingroom. Furniture and furnishing are antique, craft (1800s, 1900s).
Paintings, etchings, attentively selected decor make of L'ARENA a top rental.
Roomy and very comfy, L'ARENA is air conditioned and features free wifi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91840.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bologna, Bologna
  • Piazza Maggiore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • University of Bologna
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • PalaDozza
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center

L'ARENA - A most prestigious rental in the heart of the Historical Center

One of the most beautiful rentals in Bologna, a very comfortable, roomy and highly prestigious one, L’Arena apartment is named after the famous Arena Del Sole theatre which sits right across the street. Away from central yet seedy, messy areas such as the train and bus station and the University department, lively and very colorful, animated, this is the best section of the vibrant Historical Center. The classiest stores, restaurants, cafes, the best shopping and the most amusing strolling are all here, under the old arches of Via Indipendenza, the very heart of the Italian capital of youth, nightlife and gourmet cuisine – Bologna.

Hence, the easiness of getting around without any need for a car. The airport shuttle bus is at a stone’s throw, about 10 different bus lines to all the interest points in town and beyond are available at the door, the railroad station is at walking distance and so is Piazza Maggiore, the center of gravity of this stunning Medieval and Renaissance urban beauty.

L’Arena is part of one of the most elegant buildings bordering Via Indipendenza. A third floor (elevator) with a view over the avenue, extremely clean and well kept, it comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests in 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 large living-diningroom, a kitchen with all the tools provided, a hallway and a small terrace. Bedding is as follows:

- Room #1: one queen-size bed and one single;
- Room #2: two singles that can be put together to form a queen-size plus one single sofabed;
- Room #3: two single sofabeds;
- Room #4: one single bed

Furnished with choice antique furniture and craft (1800’s and 1900’s), decorated with love and zest with all the major appliances provided and in perfect working order, air conditioned and with high-speed wifi internet connection, L’Arena stands out for its class, traditional Bolognese style and comfort. It would be hard for you to find a more central and comfortable accommodation, a better spot to fully enjoy the life and the fun of this amazing city.

Other pluses: a large parking lot (garage – guarded) only about 40 mts., plenty of all kind of restaurants, pubs and pizzerias in the immediate vicinity (the most renowned restaurant in town is right across the street), Friday and Saturday open-air market in the nearby piazza, (huge, lot of fun!), theatres and movie theatres, monuments, museums, etc. right there for you to enjoy.

Comfort, convenience, class, fun and great relax: these are the key words for L’Arena, a superb place, your nr. 1 home away from home.

Property manager

ServoWeb Managing Company

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
Not suitable for children under 6 y. o. a.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Taking a pet with you? Please ask before booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on balcony only
For safety reasons no children under 6 y. o. a.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number IT037006C2YWLVXIRT

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bologna

Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lago di Castel dell'Alpi and Montagnola Park, while Ducati Museum and Teatro Auditorium Manzoni are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at PalaDozza or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling in the area.
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Bologna, Bologna

What's nearby

  • Piazza Maggiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Two Towers - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Bologna - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • PalaDozza - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • BolognaFiere - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 11 min walk
  • Cà dell'Orbo Station - 11 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Altero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Igea SAS Cinti m. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Peccati di gola - da Claudio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Diana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Moro - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-out at L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is L'ARENA - Most Prestigious Apartment in the Heart of the Historical Center located?

Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Via Indipendenza and Piazza Maggiore. University of Bologna and PalaDozza are also within 15 minutes. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 11 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lot o fun!

We all enjoyed the location and the easy access. Will tell other friends about our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

L'Arena in Bologna

The owners are gracious and kind, the apartment elegant and well maintained. The only downside was the street noise and cigarette smoke wafting up from the street. Bologna is a college town so weekends are noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Amazing location in Bologna, right on the main shopping street. But noise canceling windows makes it so quiet. Perfect for families or larger groups looking to stay together in a city center - 2 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. Parking garage outside of the ZTL only a few minute walk away (expensive but worth it if you are driving).
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location

This lovely apartment is very spacious, clean and comfortable. The location cannot be beat.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

L'Arena vacation

We chose this property because of its location between Bologna Centrale and Piazza Maggiore. Our plan was to be able to reach the historic center of Bologna but also have access to the train station for day trips to some of the nearby cities particularly Parma and Ravenna. L'Arena is an absolutely beautiful apartment and is convenient to visitors who want to experience the best of Bologna and the surrounding area. We highly recommend staying at L'Arena.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We loved staying at this property! (There were 8 of us, 3 of whom are children.) The location is SO, SO convenient -- 10 minutes to the train station, 7 minutes to the City Centre. The hosts were outstanding in every way. I had a small medical issue soon after arriving, and they immediately shared helpful information with us. We struggled to get a taxi when our son needed to catch a super early flight home, ditto for us on a later date. The host went above and beyond to reserve the cab and use her number to be alerted of the early morning taxi arrival (3:30 a.m.!!!!) because the taxi company wouldn't accept our contact number. The apartment is spacious and has everyone one needs. And it has AC. We stayed for 28 days! Highly, highly recommend! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Apartment

A Great space right in the old parrt of town. We feel very luckty to have found this apartment!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

The apartment was perfect for our family of 6 adults and two teens. The hosts were great and the location could not be better. Our entire family loved the place And location! We would highly recommend it, the kitchen is a little small but efficient and we were even able to cook a nice meal after shopping at the fresh fish market!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment in the City Center

We loved this property! Situated on a fabulous street, it is close to restaurants, historic piazzas and great shopping. The property has loads of character and is well cared for. It is full of interesting antiques. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment…

Perfect location, large and comfortable apartment. Convenient to all the sites, despite being on a major street, the apartment is extremely quiet. Kind owner who is extremely responsive and knowledgeable. This is our second stay here. Will surely stay here again when in Bologna. Great stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet apartment

We loved this little apartment. It had everything you needed. It was clean and spacious and just lovely for us to stay at for five days and venture out. The owners were sweet and thoughtful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bologna

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and beautiful.

We loved the flat. So clean and a well stocked kitchen. The living and dining area was a spacious room, so great for gathering and playing games into the night. Grocery stores close and great shopping and restaurants nearby. Check in was perfect with the owner meeting us and reviewing what we needed to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyell R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and spacious apartment

A perfect place to stay in Bologna. A short walk to everything - restaurants, shops, museums, flea markets, the train. The apartment is very large with period furnishings. The kitchen has everything you need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Camille and Chris H., NEW YORK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious confortable space

The apartment is very well located and calm besides being on a busy avenue with all the shopping. Short walk to the centre storico. Easy checkin with the owners that are very nice and responsive. We recommend this apartment :) thanks for everything
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Europe Tour

We had a fantastic stay. Location was fantastic. So close to everything and plenty of food options. Was nice to have space to cook and eat dinner at home also. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great location in Bologna

This large and elegant apartment is in a great location, on the busy, bustling pedestrianized street that leads straight to the center of Bologna. Despite all of the people outside, the apartment is very quiet. The AC works well. The hosts were welcoming and the apartment is well provided with the supplies that you need for the washer, the bathrooms, and the kitchen. Even some breakfast food. We were grateful for the elevator. The pictures don't do this apartment justice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea M., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice location

The apartment is just a couple of blocks from the main piazza, which made it great for walking around the historical portion of the city. And there’s a great coffee place just below the apartment - great cappuccinos and parties. The apartment is comfortable. We didn’t cook so we don’t know how the kitchen is stocked. Our only suggestion would be to change the mattresses and pillows of the two double beds. The mattresses were stained and extremely hard, and the pillows were stained and lumpy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Elizabeth C., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My

Beautiful apartment in a wonderful part of town. The AC did go out a few times and ultimately failed to get restarted. The hosts were extremely responsive and proactive but it got pretty hot. I don’t know that they could have done anything differently to get them going though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic apartment for family of travelers

What a great apartment! Family of 4 (two teens) meeting up with family of 3 for a long-overdue reunion. The apartment is HUGE, with multiple rooms/beds/air conditioners/bathrooms, and just lots of space to spread out when gathering together (large dining table), or for small conversations or private time--whatever you need from the apartment and space. Washer with drying racks, appliances, fully stocked kitchen with many types of utensils/plates/pans, etc. is all a bonus and greatly appreciated. I'm trying to find a complaint but struggling. Maybe a few of the mattresses could be a bit thicker?This apartment is also very VERY conveniently located for food, sightseeing, trains. Check in and check out also super easy; the managers are lovely, helpful and provided a great restaurant recommendation for a reunion meal. Would highly recommend without any reservations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Edward A., Charleston, WV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Seven family members in Bologna

Cleanliness good, greeting good, we expected better bed arrangements and quality. There were no wine glasses for our party of seven. Toilets a problem but owner kept trying to keep them going. When going on VRBO the first price that I agreed to increased dramatically by the time we signed on.Using the service in the future I'll try and getb the whole cost before I agree. Still a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Grand space, some updates needed

Plenty of space in a richly appointed apartment. Appreciate the classic elements of the space but some of the bathroom fixtures and mattresses could use an update.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience in the city center

Grand time within easy walk of many historical structures. Convenient to restaurants and other interesting activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Value

The apartment is in a great location for exploring the city by foot. The hosts met us at the apartment and showed us how to use the appliances (washer and AC), where to find extra towels/pillows, and had a few snacks to get us started. They take pride in their apartment and maintain it well. The kitchen is equipped for cooking. The bedrooms are very large. There are 2 bathrooms-one modern and one vintage. We were a small group but the space can accommodate larger groups. The beds were comfortable. The apartment was clean and represented accurately in the listing. Definitely can recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by ServoWeb Managing Company

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We live right across the street and are always eager to provide assistance to make your stay a memorable one.

What makes this property unique

In the very heart of the Historical Center of Bologna -- safe, prestigious area, all at hand. Superior quality rental, great furniture and decor, antiques, craft. Nearest parking lot: 50 mts.. Arrivals accepted any day of the week, flexible changeover day.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese