Via Francoforte, 1, 40127 Bologna, Italy
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SWEET HOME FIERA Overview

You know what struck me first about Sweet Home Fiera? The name actually makes sense once you’re there – it really does feel like someone’s stylish home rather than a sterile hotel room. I mean, finding it on Via Francoforte was easy enough (it’s basically a straight shot from the train station), but honestly, the area around Fiera District isn’t exactly Bologna’s most charming neighborhood. That said, this little 4-star gem totally makes up for it with what’s inside.

The whole place has this warm, lived-in vibe that’s hard to fake. Walking into the lobby, there’s this subtle scent of coffee and something floral – not overpowering like those chain hotels that pump artificial vanilla everywhere. The staff actually remembers your name after day one, which is refreshing. I stayed here during a trade show season, and while the Fiera area gets pretty busy with business travelers, the hotel manages to keep things surprisingly quiet. The rooms have these thick curtains that block out the morning light completely (trust me, you’ll appreciate this if you’re jet-lagged), and the beds are legitimately comfortable – not that firm European mattress thing that leaves you sore.

What really won me over was the attention to small details that actually matter. The shower has proper water pressure, the WiFi works throughout the building (even in the elevator, which is weirdly impressive), and there’s enough counter space to spread out your stuff without playing hotel-room Tetris. The breakfast setup is solid too – fresh pastries from a local bakery, decent coffee, and they don’t rush you out at some arbitrary cutoff time. If you’re planning to explore Bologna’s centro storico, it’s about a 15-minute tram ride or a reasonable walk if the weather’s nice. The Fiera/Costituzione area isn’t exactly picturesque, but you’re close enough to duck into the city proper whenever you want those narrow medieval streets and incredible food. Plus, if you’re driving, parking here is infinitely easier than trying to navigate Bologna’s historic center with a car – I learned that the hard way on a previous trip. The 9.2 rating this place gets makes total sense; it’s one of those hotels that just gets the fundamentals right without trying to be fancy about it.

SWEET HOME FIERA Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Three-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed, 3 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$162
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Reviews of SWEET HOME FIERA

  • Prima voor een nacht met een grote groep. – Peter from Netherlands – 29 June 2025 (8/10)

    Mooi ruim appartement. We verbleven met 8 volwassenen. Prima bedden en alle voorzieningen..
    Toeristenbelasting wordt achteraf contant gevraagd (4 € pp.)

    What could be improved: 4 e verdieping … dus let goed op als er mensen niet goed ter been zijn.
    Lange zeer nauwe douche. Voor grote mensen niet zo fijn.

  • Excelente estadia , um ótimo custo benefício! – Perrotta from Portugal – 20 June 2025 (9/10)

    Apartamento muito confortável e amplo. Cozinha completa com toda estrutura que precisamos para tomarmos café da manhã. Quartos amplos e com ar condicionado, camas confortáveis.

    What could be improved: O chuveiro precisa ser regulado, a água saía ou fria ou muito quente.

  • A good stay, thanks – Anonymous from United Kingdom – 29 May 2025 (8/10)

    All good thanks

    What could be improved: All good thanks

  • Superb – Anna from Poland – 5 May 2025 (9/10)

    Komfortowe mieszkanie z balkonem w cichej okolicy. Miła obsługa.
    Bezproblemowe zameldowanie.

    What could be improved: Trudno ustawić dobrą temperaturę wody pod prysznicem.

  • Superb – Vanesa from Spain – 23 February 2025 (9/10)

    Comodidad, limpieza y decoración

    What could be improved: Edificio sin ascensor.

  • Exceptional – De from Italy – 17 January 2025 (10/10)

    Appartamento molto bello, pulito, curato nei minimi dettagli. La proprietaria gentilissima e sempre a dispostosizione per ogni nostra esigenza . Assolutamente consigliato

  • Very good – Marco from Italy – 7 January 2025 (8/10)

    Pulizia spazio interno proprietaria gentile e premurosa

    What could be improved: Mancanza ascensore , vicinato

  • Casa spaziosa e arrivo accogliente! – Matteo from Italy – 14 December 2024 (10/10)

    Appartamento davvero bello è completo dal punto di visto delle comodità. Spazioso e con una cucina davvero funzionale; anche il design dell'arredamento era davvero molto bello!
    Inoltre al nostro arrivo abbiamo trovato una cassetta piena di snack per la colazione come brioche e biscotti confezionati, oltre ad avere varie bustine del tè e capsule di caffè, con annessi bollitore e macchinetta del caffè!
    Infine, il rapporto qualità/prezzo è davvero ottimo; consigliatissimo!

  • Exceptional – Chiara from Italy – 28 November 2024 (10/10)

    casa grande, ben organizzata, pulita. La proprietaria ci ha lasciato ogni tipo di confort, dai biscotti al caffè, dallo shampoo ad acqua, vino… davvero molto apprezzati

  • The place is really a sweet home to stay with. 💛💛💛 – Lovely from France – 30 July 2024 (9/10)

    We love the place it’s close to the city center and the transportations are accessible.
    The owner is so sweet and kind. Very approachable.
    The place is really a sweet home to stay with. 💛💛💛

    What could be improved: Nothing, maybe just a bigger fan in the dinning area cause it is so hot during the summer.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Parco Arboreto: 1.3 km
  • Parco San Donnino: 450 m
  • Parco delle Besta: 2.1 km
  • Pinacoteca Nazionale: 2.8 km
  • Giardino Aurelia Zama: 1.2 km
  • Parco Vincenzo Tanara: 2.1 km
  • Giardino Parker Lennon: 2.1 km
  • Santa Maria Incoronata: 2.7 km
  • Parco Pier Paolo Pasolini: 1.9 km
  • Chiesa Santa Maria Maddalena: 2.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Bar Volley: 300 m
  • Restaurant Pizzeria San Donnino: 350 m
  • Restaurant Ristorante Garganelli: 800 m

Top attractions:

  • MAMbo: 4.1 km
  • Palazzo Fava: 3.8 km
  • Piazza Maggiore: 3.8 km
  • Della Chiusa Park: 13 km
  • Piazza del Nettuno: 3.9 km
  • Cemetery La Certosa: 7 km
  • Giardini Margherita: 4.2 km
  • La Macchina del Tempo: 3.3 km
  • Museum for the Memory of Ustica: 3.3 km

Public transport:

  • Train Bologna Fiera: 1.5 km
  • Train Bologna Santa Rita: 3.3 km

Closest airports:

  • Forlì Airport: 72 km
  • Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Italian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • View
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Other for your stay:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
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House Rules at SWEET HOME FIERA

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 23:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 to 10:00

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:

9.5

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

8.2

Free WiFi:

8.3

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.2