APPARTAMENTO ZANARDI 27

APPARTAMENTO ZANARDI 27 Overview

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much when I first saw the address on Via Francesco Zanardi – it’s one of those Bologna streets that doesn’t immediately scream “tourist hotspot.” But honestly, that turned out to be exactly why APPARTAMENTO ZANARDI 27 works so well. You’re in this genuine residential neighborhood where actual Bolognese people live their daily lives, which means you’ll hear real conversations drifting up from the street in the morning (not tourist chatter) and there’s this fantastic little alimentari just around the corner where the owner actually remembers your face after the second visit. The building itself has that solid, understated Italian apartment feel – none of that over-renovated hotel sterility that makes everywhere feel the same. When you walk in, it just feels… lived-in, in the best possible way.

The space itself is surprisingly generous for what you’d expect in Bologna’s center-adjacent area. I mean, you’re still only about a 15-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore, but you get actual room to breathe here. The kitchen setup is properly functional – not just some token kitchenette – so you can actually cook with those incredible ingredients from Mercato delle Erbe (which, by the way, is way easier to reach from here than from most central hotels). The whole place has this warm, honey-colored light that Italian apartments somehow always manage to capture, especially in the late afternoon when the sun hits those old shutters just right. What really got me was the attention to small details that actually matter – good water pressure in the shower, outlets where you need them, and honestly, the bed situation is spot-on comfortable. You know how some places look great in photos but then you sleep terribly? Not an issue here.

The neighborhood thing is really what sets this apart, though. Via Francesco Zanardi puts you in this sweet spot where you can walk to the university area (there’s always something happening around there), but you’re also perfectly positioned for those amazing aperitivo spots that locals actually frequent. Plus – and this is huge if you’re driving – parking isn’t the absolute nightmare it becomes closer to the center. The train station is totally walkable when you’re hauling luggage, which saved me about 20 euros in taxi fees right there. Look, Bologna isn’t a city where you need to wake up and stare at the cathedral from your bedroom window every morning. What you want is a comfortable base where you can actually relax after spending the day wandering those incredible porticoes and eating your way through the city’s ridiculous food scene. This place nails that balance perfectly – you’re connected to everything that matters, but you’re not paying tourist-trap prices or dealing with tourist-trap crowds right outside your door.

APPARTAMENTO ZANARDI 27 Accommodations

Reviews of APPARTAMENTO ZANARDI 27

• Spacious accommodation – Jenny from Australia – 25 June 2025 (10/10)

  Handy to the train station and supermarket. Comfortable beds, spacious and mostly quiet.
  
  What could be improved: Upstairs neighbour sounded like a baby elephant at times.

• We had an enjoyable stay. Antonio was very quick to respond to any queries. – Toni from South Africa – 15 June 2025 (8/10)

  Apartment close to Supermarket and a lovely bakery below appartment.

• Great, modern and immaculately clean apartment – David from United Kingdom – 15 June 2025 (9/10)

  Spotlessly clean and airy apartment with secure parking. Would definitely recommend.
  
  What could be improved: A little bit away from the centre of Bologna but we were aware of that.

• Can recommend- we would go again. – James from United States – 5 June 2025 (9/10)

  Good location and parking in garage. Two separate bathrooms.
  
  What could be improved: The overpowering smell of cleaning soap, room deodorant or something- our eyes were burning until we opened the windows for a while.

• Amazing – Alexandru from Romania – 23 May 2025 (10/10)

  The most equipped apartment i booked so far. Excellent facilities, clean, spacious.
  Underground parking available.
  Supermarket 2 min away.
  Flawless check in and check out.
  All utilities you need.
  
  What could be improved: Not applicable.

• Exceptional – Захариева from Bulgaria – 15 May 2025 (10/10)

  Very clean and very cozy.

• Exceptional – Amanda from New Zealand – 18 April 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect for what we needed. Excellent assistance from our host, generous supplies, good convenient parking and a quick walk to the main old city sights.
  
  What could be improved: We were a bit unsure of how to use the washing machine so some instructions would have been helpful but that is a small thing.

• Exceptional – Yushan from Taiwan – 2 March 2025 (10/10)

  All of equipments are perfect.I will book the hotel again once I visit in Bologna.

• Exceptional – Iren from Bulgaria – 15 December 2024 (10/10)

  Comfortable, clean and modern furnished apartment. Easy self check in and check out, private underground parking.

• Exceptional – Nicosha from South Africa – 30 November 2024 (10/10)

  The host was very accommodating and very friendly.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was good.

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