8 Colonne Apartments

8 Colonne Apartments Overview

Look, I’ve stayed in my fair share of Bologna apartments, and 8 Colonne honestly surprised me. The name literally means “8 columns” in Italian, which you’ll figure out pretty quickly when you see the beautiful arched entrance – it’s one of those details that makes you feel like you’re actually in Italy, not just some generic European city. The location on Via Otto Colonne is sort of tucked away in this quiet residential pocket, but here’s the thing – you’re still smack in the middle of the historic center. I mean, you can walk to Piazza Maggiore in about eight minutes, and trust me, I timed it because I’m obsessive like that.

What really got me was how they’ve managed to keep the old-world charm without making you feel like you’re roughing it. The apartments themselves are spacious (and I mean actually spacious, not “cozy” which is hotel-speak for tiny), with these gorgeous high ceilings and original features that remind you this building has some serious history. The kitchenettes are well-equipped too – I actually cooked a few meals there using ingredients from the Mercato delle Erbe, which is maybe a ten-minute walk away. The staff was incredibly helpful when I had questions about the neighborhood, and they gave me this hand-drawn map with all their local recommendations that was way better than anything I found online.

Here’s what I really appreciated: the street is quiet enough that you can sleep with windows open (Bologna can get pretty warm in summer), but you’re not isolated from the action. You know how some places are either too loud or too dead? This hits that sweet spot. The building has character – you’ll hear the occasional footstep on the stairs, but it’s not disruptive. And honestly, there’s something really authentic about staying in a residential building where you might bump into actual Bolognese residents in the courtyard. The only minor thing I’d mention is that parking can be a bit tricky if you’re driving – the historic center has restrictions, but the staff will sort you out with options nearby. Overall, if you want to feel like you’re living in Bologna rather than just passing through, this place delivers on that promise without any of the usual apartment rental headaches.

8 Colonne Apartments Accommodations

Reviews of 8 Colonne Apartments

• Exceptional – Anja from Croatia – 7 July 2025 (10/10)

  Location, easy check in, everything that we needed was available in apartment
  
  What could be improved: /

• Excellent location apt exceeds our expectations will recommend it 100% – Lucia from United States – 4 June 2025 (10/10)

  The location is great close to everything we walk to the train station and Gabriela was so nice give us a nice welcome let us check in earlier and also check out late we have a pleasant time in the apt and the city

• Recommend – Majlinda from Albania – 10 May 2025 (10/10)

  The location with Piazza Maggiore
  
  What could be improved: The cost of cleaning as an extra payment, when in fact no one cleaned during the stay.

• Exceptional – Stefan from Germany – 26 April 2025 (10/10)

  Uncomplicated and reliable communication before, during and after our stay. Comfortable apartment with all what we have needed. Very good located to start visit of the City.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Superb – Julie from Ireland – 16 April 2025 (9/10)

  The contact with the property manager was very quick and helpful.

• A lovely apartment close to shops and town centre and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Thank yo – Michaela from United Kingdom – 5 March 2025 (10/10)

  The property was very big and clean with fresh towels and kitchen appliances
  
  What could be improved: Nothing, the property and the staff were amazing

• Very happy and satisfied with Otto colonne apartments! – Viktoria from Greece – 2 March 2025 (10/10)

  Very good location-equipped with everything we needed.
  Gabriela, our contact person, was very kind and responded to all our needs.
  We strongly recommend the stay at Otto colonne apartments at Bologna, especially for families!

• Exceptional – Philip from Ukraine – 10 February 2025 (10/10)

  very cozy apartment with a large terrace

• Superb – Gordana from North Macedonia – 3 February 2025 (9/10)

  Very nice
  
  What could be improved: On the price plus 55euros for cleaning tax ,is too much

• Very good experience – Xaris from Greece – 13 January 2025 (9/10)

  Very clean and simple, yet well-equipped so that nothing is missing. In a very good location, but quiet.
  The staff assisted us with everything we needed. If I were to visit Bologna again, I would stay in the same apartment.

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