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About the Hotel

Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
Very good
7.8
6.7
/10
4.2
3.5
/5
“The hotel is conveniently located just a short bus ride away from the bustling city center, making it easy to explore all that the area has to offer.”view full review

Grand Hotel Elite, a 4-star property in Bologna's UNESCO-candidate porticoed district, features vintage 70s-style decor and furnishings throughout its spacious premises.

Spacious Modern Accommodations

106 rooms at Grand Hotel Elite offer LCD TVs with satellite channels, individually controlled climate systems, and minibars. Some units include private balconies with city views, while the suite provides a 441.5 ft^2 terrace.

Regional Dining Options

The Pro Viribus Restaurant serves Emilia-Romagna specialties and Mediterranean cuisine with seasonal ingredients, complemented by regional wines. The American Bar provides a unique setting for evening drinks.

Business & Leisure Services

The property features a fitness center and professional meeting facilities. A complimentary high-speed WiFi network covers all hotel areas, while a dedicated mobile app offers offline city navigation.

Central City Location

Located 1.5 miles from Bologna Centrale station and 6 miles from Guglielmo Marconi Airport. The historic center stands 15 minutes on foot, with Maggiore Hospital 4 minutes away and Unipol Arena 10 minutes by car.

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Grand Hotel Elite offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
Double Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Junior Suite Balcony
Junior Suite Balcony
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Single Room
Single Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Twin Room
Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Grand Hotel Elite offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious Comfort
“The room was impressively large, offering ample storage space and a walk-in wardrobe that made packing and unpacking a breeze.” view full review
Excellent Shower
“The shower was simply superb, providing great water pressure and a refreshing experience every morning.” view full review
Handy Kitchenette
“The suite's kitchenette was a good surprise, allowing us to prepare snacks and drinks whenever we desired.” view full review
Cozy Atmosphere
“The lounge area in our suite was inviting and comfortable, creating a perfect environment for relaxing after a long day of exploring.” view full review
Facilities: Nice
6.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Grand Hotel Elite Location

Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
Map view
Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
City landmarks
Square
Piazza Maggiore
1.3 mi
Church
Basilica of San Petronio
1.3 mi
Tower
Two Towers
1.4 mi
Landmark
Porta San Felice
2100 ft
Library
Archiginnasio di Bologna
1.3 mi
Museum
MAMbo
4800 ft
Gallery
The Archaeological Civic Museum of Bologna
1.3 mi
Landmark
Porta Lame
4200 ft
Art object
Fountain of Neptune
1.3 mi
Landmark
Finestrella
1.3 mi
Church
Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vita
3200 ft
Landmark
Porta Saragozza
1.1 mi
Museum
Museo Morandi
4600 ft
Landmark
Arco del Meloncello
1.0 mi
Church
Santuario di Madonna di San Luca
1.5 mi
Landmark
Quadrilatero
1.3 mi
Public Building
Palazzo Comunale
1.3 mi
Landmark
Cripta di San Zama
4100 ft
Museum
Palazzo Fava
1.3 mi
Church
Bologna Cathedral
1.3 mi
Church
Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore
1.5 mi
Landmark
Salara
4000 ft
Church
Basilica of San Domenico
1.5 mi
Landmark
Palazzo del Podesta
1.3 mi
Landmark
Cassero LGBT Center
4500 ft
Landmark
Museo della Resistenza di Bologna
4700 ft
Landmark
Mercato di Mezzo
1.3 mi
Landmark
Basilica of San Francesco
1.1 mi
Landmark
Certosa di Bologna
4600 ft
Nearby
Via Col di Lana 7/N
Thousand Voices and Thousand Sounds Museum
800 ft
Restaurants
Trattoria ai mulini
300 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi n. 81
Kabulagna
400 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi 81/c
Un Posto Al Sole
1400 ft
Via Montello 2/F
Pub number ten
1200 ft
Via Emilia Ponente 10
Yoisho
1500 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi 16/2E
Borgo Mameli
2100 ft
Piazza di Porta San Felice 3
Ristorante Pizzeria Me Gusta
2200 ft
Via San Felice 165
Trattoria Bertozzi
3000 ft
Via Andrea Costa 84
Getting around
City Centre
Bologna28 min  ·  1.4 mi
Airports
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)12 min  ·  4.7 mi
Peretola Airport (FLR)144 min  ·  59.3 mi
Train
Bologna Centrale Railway Station24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 12 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Grand Elite serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Italian
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
84

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Grand Hotel Elite from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 958 verified reviews
6.7/10
Nice
60%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.5/10
Cleanliness
7.1/10
Comfort
7.2/10
Facilities
6.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Location
7.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.9/10
Staff
7.8/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 3650 reviews
7.8/10
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