Best Western Hotel San Donato

It was a blessing in disguise that Albergo Hotel Centrale at Bologna messed up our booking and we ended up staying at Best Western Hotel San Donato in the heart of Bologna. We were treated like a VIP guests at this boutique hotel because the other hotel didn’t want our business. Our check-in was easy-breezy and hassle-free. The staff were very helpful with our questions about providing directions to all the sightseeing locations and great restaurants. Our room was nice with a view and the breakfast was even better because it was outside on the balcony overlooking fabulous Bologna. One of the staff also showed us how to enjoy the city view by going to the roof top for some photo op and selfies! If we travel back to Bologna, we would surely stay here again. less

It's the second time and even better. Location is fantastic. The building is old and impressive Rooms are nice and air conditiond (realy works). Breakfast on the balcony. Parking on site (very important). Did I say location?? less

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel, right in the heart of the city, only steps away from the two towers. The staff were amazing in every way, we felt pampered and important. Our family room was spacious and well proportioned, although the entrance To the bathroom wad a bit tight and the extra sofa was a bit uncomfortable. Breakfast was substantial, and there is a free coffee and tea service in the lobby all through the day. All things considered, highly recommended!!! less

Would you believe! As soon as we sat down at the Terrazza surrounded by beautiful red geraniums, we realized we had already been five years ago! Unknown to us, we chose this Hotel for its location. Indeed, it is a stone throw away from the city centre and right in the middle of the mini square there is now a lovely cafeteria which serves drinks and typically Italian specialities. In the past, rubbish bins were stored there! As for the Hotel itself. . . it needs updating. . .where has health and safety gone? I asked for an iron and I was presented with one which had the red and blue wires showing! Telephoned reception before reaching the Hotel and we were promised a kettle with all the trimmings in the room. On request, we were given an old fashioned kettle with two small plastic cups which seemed as if they had been taken off an aircraft in the days of plastic cutlery on board. It is such a shame that we also had to remind them that we prefer a hot shower rather than a cold one! Would love to go back but surely at less than 300euros a night! less

Tucked away in the Old Jewish Quarter of Bologna, Italy is the San Donato hotel. I had only one night this time, but I hope it's not the last time I stay there. The staff was friendly, my room was great, but it's the location that's fantastic! Breakfast outside on the balcony overlooking beautiful Bologna was fabulous. I'll definitely check to see if a room is available the next time I go back... less