4 Via Riva di Reno 6 piano, 40122 Bologna, Italy
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Casa del Dottore by Studio Vita Overview

You know what struck me first about Casa del Dottore? The elevator ride to the 6th floor – yeah, it’s a bit of a climb if you’re lugging heavy bags, but honestly, once those doors open, you forget all about it. Studio Vita has done something really special here. The space feels like someone’s incredibly stylish apartment rather than a hotel, which makes sense given the name (it literally means “the doctor’s house”). The rooms have this warm, lived-in elegance that’s distinctly Italian – think exposed beams, carefully chosen antiques, and that perfect balance of old-world charm with modern comfort that Bologna does so well.

The location on Via Riva di Reno is actually brilliant, though you might not realize it at first glance. I mean, it’s tucked away enough that you’re not dealing with the tourist crowds, but you’re literally a 5-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore. More importantly – and this is something only locals seem to know – you’re right in the heart of what I call “real Bologna.” There’s this fantastic little osteria just around the corner where the pasta is handmade every morning, and the Saturday market on Via Drapperie is close enough that you can smell the fresh bread from your window. The building itself sits on one of those narrow medieval streets that somehow manages to stay relatively quiet, even during the busy summer months when the city center can get pretty hectic.

What really sets this place apart is the attention to detail – the kind of stuff that makes you think the owners actually care about your experience. The beds are properly comfortable (not just Instagram-pretty), the shower pressure is excellent, and there’s real soundproofing, which matters more than you’d think in a historic building. I stayed here during the spring when the windows were open, and you get these lovely sounds of daily life – church bells, the distant chatter from the little piazzas – without the noise of traffic or late-night revelers. The 8.9 rating honestly feels about right; it’s not trying to be a luxury palace, but it nails what it’s going for. The check-in process is smooth, the staff knows the neighborhood inside and out, and they’ll point you toward places that aren’t in the guidebooks. If you’re looking for that authentic Bologna experience without sacrificing comfort, this is exactly the kind of place you want to book.

Casa del Dottore by Studio Vita Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$125
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Reviews of Casa del Dottore by Studio Vita

  • Superb – Tatjana from Germany – 8 July 2025 (9/10)

  • Excellent – Rob from Netherlands – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

    It's a little bit old but you have everything you want and need, amazing view of the old town from balcony.

  • Very good – Simone from Netherlands – 28 May 2025 (8/10)

    Mooie ligging op loopafstand van het Piazza Magiore met schitterend uitzicht over de daken van het oude centrum

    What could be improved: Matras is vrij hard

  • Very good – Roman from Czech Republic – 29 April 2025 (8/10)

    Skvělá lokalita v centru Boloně s balkónem na centrum, velmi prostorný byt se dvěma záchody, moderní kuchyně s myčkou, výtah ve vyvýšeném přízemí (není bezbariérový).

    What could be improved: Velmi nepohodlná pružinová postel, občas hluční sousedé

  • Superb – Marcel from Switzerland – 10 March 2025 (9/10)

    super aussicht, toller balkon, grosszügige wohnung,

  • Super – Ahmet from Turkey – 8 December 2024 (9/10)

    Temiz ve konforlu
    Odalar buyuk ve eahqtti

  • Bra, rent och fräscht. – Olsson from Sweden – 11 November 2024 (8/10)

    What could be improved: Hade varit trevligt att få träffa värden när man kom. Lite opersonligt att ringa o få en kod.

  • Exceptional – Liliana from Argentina – 19 September 2024 (10/10)

    Era como estar en mi casa italiana !!! Nos encantó . Gracias

  • Piso vintage con bonita terraza y bien ubicado. Gran potencial que necesita desarrollarse – Emilio from Spain – 11 June 2024 (7/10)

    Se trata de un apartamento amplio, bien ubicado y con una pequeña terracita con bonitas panorámicas de parte de la ciudad. Este último punto es lo que más nos gustó y disfrutamos. Destaca su limpieza y luminosidad. En mi opinión se trata de un antiguo apartamento habitacional (al parecer una antigua consulta médica?) un poco descuidado que debe orientarse un poco más hacia apartamento turístico, ya que denota cierta dejadez. La decoración es un poco ecléctica y vintage, poco funcional, pero puede encontrar su público, seguro. Hay algunas cosas que están renovadas como las ventanas (muy buenas), así como la cocina que es nueva y amplia, además existe un sofá? en ella. Cuenta con un baño y un aseo, ambos amplios, aunque necesitarían alguna actualización. Buenas toallas. La habitación es amplia y la cama es enorme, aunque a su colchón empiezan a notarse los muelles. En conclusión, es un alojamiento correcto, bien ubicado y amplio, pero que tiene algunos aspectos que pueden mejorarse.

    What could be improved: En mi opinión, como he mencionado anteriormente, el apartamento debe adaptarse mejor hacia un apartamento turístico. Algunos aspectos que, desde nuestro punto de vista, deben mejorarse son los siguientes. El colchón del dormitorio principal debería renovarse. Se sale mucha agua durante la ducha, es estrictamente necesario poner una cortina o mampara en la ducha. Se agradecería una luz en el hall de entrada, así como un perchero. La iluminación debería mejorarse en general, y en particular, en el salón donde hay dos hermosas lámparas con sólo una bombilla en cada una de ellas. Por último, aunque es habitual en algunos sitios, el checkout a las 10am nos resulta abusivo ( si bien es cierto que no fueron muy estrictos en este punto). En definitiva, es un piso con potencial, pero al que habría que actualizar para que la estancia sea más cómoda.

  • Molto piacevole – Domenico from Italy – 21 May 2024 (10/10)

    Posizione Confort Comunicazione

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • MAMbo: 1.2 km
  • Santo Spirito: 650 m
  • Porta San Felice: 300 m
  • Mura della Città: 1.1 km
  • Giardino Pincherle: 800 m
  • Parco del Cavaticcio: 1 km
  • Palazzo Faccetta Nera: 800 m
  • San Niccolò di San Felice: 250 m
  • Giardini Stefano Casagrande: 650 m
  • S. Maria della Visitazione al Ponte: 550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Bencotta: 200 m
  • Restaurant Forno Brisa: 30 m
  • Restaurant Bombocrep Bombo 2: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Palazzo Fava: 1.3 km
  • Piazza Maggiore: 1.3 km
  • Della Chiusa Park: 6 km
  • Piazza del Nettuno: 1.4 km
  • Cemetery La Certosa: 2.4 km
  • Giardini Margherita: 3 km
  • Pinacoteca Nazionale: 2.1 km
  • La Macchina del Tempo: 1.6 km
  • Museum for the Memory of Ustica: 2.9 km

Public transport:

  • Train Bologna AV: 2.2 km
  • Train Bologna Centrale Railway station: 1.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Forlì Airport: 79 km
  • Florence Airport: 95 km
  • Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport: 6 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Italian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Other for your stay:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
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House Rules at Casa del Dottore by Studio Vita

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 21:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 06:00 to 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.4

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.9

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

8.6