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About the Hotel

Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
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Located 2.5 km from the Basilica of San Petronio, the smoke-free Grand Hotel Elite Bologna offers air-conditioned rooms about a 25-minute walk from the colossal Two Towers. Boasting a strategic location, this 4-star hotel boasts a banquet hall, shaped for celebrated encounters.

Location

You'll need 10-minute drive to Guglielmo Marconi airport. From the prestigious Grand Hotel Elite it will take about 30 minutes to walk to the monumental civic Fountain of Neptune.

This hotel is located a stone's throw from Stazione Bologna Ravone, in Bologna.

The nearest bus stop is Saffi, approximately 200 metres away.

Rooms

The property has 84 rooms with a terrace. Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a minibar are provided. Bathroom comforts include hair dryers and bath sheets, and such essentials as a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet.

Eat & Drink

Sample Northern-Italian specialities at Trattoria ai mulini located right near the Grand Hotel.

Leisure & Business

Business travellers will have access to a conference room and a business centre provided on site.

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Grand Hotel Elite offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Junior Suite Balcony
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Single Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Facilities: Nice
6.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Grand Hotel Elite Location

Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
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Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna 40131, Bologna, Italy, 40131
Nearby
Via Col di Lana 7/N
Thousand Voices and Thousand Sounds Museum
800 ft
Restaurants
Trattoria ai mulini
300 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi n. 81
Kabulagna
400 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi 81/c
Un Posto Al Sole
1400 ft
Via Montello 2/F
Pub number ten
1200 ft
Via Emilia Ponente 10
Yoisho
1500 ft
Via Aurelio Saffi 16/2E
Borgo Mameli
2100 ft
Piazza di Porta San Felice 3
Ristorante Pizzeria Me Gusta
2200 ft
Via San Felice 165
Trattoria Bertozzi
3000 ft
Via Andrea Costa 84
Getting around
City Centre
Bologna28 min  ·  1.4 mi
Airports
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)12 min  ·  4.7 mi
Peretola Airport (FLR)144 min  ·  59.3 mi
Train
Bologna Centrale Railway Station24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 12 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Grand Elite serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Italian
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
84

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Grand Hotel Elite from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 958 verified reviews
6.7/10
Nice
60%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.5/10
Cleanliness
7.1/10
Comfort
7.2/10
Facilities
6.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Location
7.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.9/10
Staff
7.8/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 3650 reviews
7.8/10
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