ALEMANNI HOUSE

ALEMANNI HOUSE Overview

Look, I’ve stayed in my fair share of Bologna hotels, and ALEMANNI HOUSE actually caught me off guard – in the best way possible. When you’re walking down Via Mazzini looking for number 79, you might wonder if you’ve got the right address since it’s tucked into “INTERNO 1” (basically means it’s set back from the street). But honestly, that’s part of what makes this place special. You’re right in the heart of things but somehow insulated from all the Via Mazzini foot traffic and late-night chatter.

The whole setup feels more like staying at a sophisticated friend’s apartment than a traditional hotel – which I mean in the best way. The rooms have this understated elegance that doesn’t scream “tourist accommodation,” and you know what? That 9.1 rating makes complete sense once you’re there. The staff actually knows the neighborhood, not just the standard tourist script. When I asked about breakfast spots, they pointed me toward this little place locals frequent instead of the obvious café around the corner that charges double for mediocre coffee. Small thing, but it tells you something about how they operate.

What really sold me was the location context – you’re literally a five-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore, but you’re also positioned perfectly for exploring the university quarter and those winding medieval streets that most visitors never find. The morning sounds are church bells and bicycle wheels on cobblestones, not traffic horns. Parking can be tricky in this part of Bologna (it always is), but they actually help you figure out the ZTL zones and where you can legally leave your car without getting a ticket – trust me, this matters more than you think. The building itself has that solid, old-world feel without being stuffy or overdone. After a long day of wandering around eating tortellini and dodging students on bikes, coming back here feels like retreating to somewhere that gets Bologna right – refined but not pretentious, comfortable but not generic. For a 4-star place, it punches above its weight.

ALEMANNI HOUSE Accommodations

Reviews of ALEMANNI HOUSE

• Big space, good location, 20 min walk from centre, shops and restaurant around – Agnieszka from Poland – 15 June 2025 (10/10)

  Big space, good location, 20 min walk from centre, shops and restaurant around

• Exceptional – Floriana from Romania – 4 May 2025 (10/10)

  Great location, very close to the city center. The host was very nice and friendly. 💜

• Charming apartment – Tajana from Croatia – 3 April 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect aparment in a perfect location. We had maybe 20 minutes of walk to Piazza Maggiore. The apartment has an unique charm and is equipped with everything necessary. We'll gladly stay again if we return to Bologna again.

• Exceptional – Tasos from Greece – 2 July 2024 (10/10)

  Big, clean, beautiful place with everything we needed. Bus stop a few steps away. Easy check in and check out. The mattress and the pillows are really comfortable.
  We had nice time! We really loved it.
  
  Definitely return some time

• We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Alemanni house and the host was great with directions on how to acces property. Everyt – Rory from United Kingdom – 25 June 2024 (10/10)

  Property was very spacious and had great facilities, full kitchen large fridge, smart tv and modern bathroom. We could have definitely stayed longer!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Great stay – Ciprian from Romania – 25 March 2024 (10/10)

  Great stay, cozy flat, equiped with everything you need. 25 minutes pleasant walk to city center, buses nearby if needed.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to complain

• Exceptional – Mariella from Spain – 13 December 2023 (10/10)

  Very nice apartment, everything was perfect and very clean. Really easy check in. Felt really comfortable and really enjoyed the stay!

• Very good – Sabrina from Germany – 26 September 2023 (8/10)

  Big, clean, good location

• Lovely appartment 20 minute walk off from center. – Eric from Germany – 10 July 2023 (10/10)

  Lovely appartment with everything you will need for a stay in Bologna. Missed nothing and had everything for our 3 day stay at Bologna.
  Communication with host was great and easy with booking app or by telephone.
  You have local parking areas (7.5 per day) around the house and a busstop directly in front of the door. A little Café is just around the corner as well.
  Walking 20-25 minutes brings you directly to the center.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to add.

• Superb – Hideki from Kosovo – 30 June 2023 (9/10)

  While there was a distance from the railway station or the city center, bus access was easy & perfect with Google Map routing. The main room was large and comfortable, with a wide kitchen space. Bed room was a bit dark but rather convenient for good sleep. Stable wifi.

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