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Reviews of Hotel Donatello 3 stars

Via dell'Indipendenza 65, 40121 Bologna, Italy

#102 of 104 hotels in Bologna

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 348 hotel reviews

6.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.1

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    6.8

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    6.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.2

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  • Reviewed: 18 October 2021

    7.0
    Good place but noisy
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If your windows sided to the street ,then you won’t be able to sleep

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2021

    7.0
    Worth the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms looked older than they do on the pictures. Although there was nothing specific that stood out it felt a bit unclean.

    It does appear better on the pictures but overall it was good enough to stay the night. The staff were nice, the breakfast was okay. I think for the price paid it’s definitely worth the money and the location is great.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2021

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No window in the room, small bathroom with a little smell of mold.

    Good location and the price.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2021

    7.0
    fair room, rude personal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the staff in charge of reception at night was very rude to us, not letting us pay the city taxes with the card because “that was the law”, (not true). we almost had to go making a withdrawal at 4 am to pay it, all of this just before going to the airport, being in a rush. he finally let us pay with the card. so all of this trouble and bad treat for no reason.

    close to the city center

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2021

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room smelled strongly of detergent, source of this was the bed from what I could conclude. AC didn't work and since I visited Bologna in august the temperature exceeded 30 degrees witch made the room unbearably warm. Noticed this after getting back from dinner which was quite late and I therefore didn't bother with complaining.

    Friendly staff and great location. Quite reasonably priced comparing to the rest of the hotels in the same area. The bathroom was very clean and the view from my room was really nice.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2021

    6.0
    good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    loud pipes, noise from walls, like watter ir flowing. loud AC.

    location was the best thing, also staff was friendly and helpfull

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2021

    7.0
    ok for one night stay because of convenient location, standard rather slighly below good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    hotel needs refresh as seems to be used long time, pipes a bit stock in bathroom, kettle burnt and staff not so willing to help with that (after two phone calls and a solution offered). No space for a safe luggage storage, they are stored in a hallway, publicly available.

    Price, breakfast, room's cleaness and equipement were ok. Just regular, cheap place to stay. The location is worth to mention - it is close to city center and train station so perfect for a night stay when going further.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    room was a bit too small and window was above, slightly weird

    location close to the rail station. breakfast ok

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2021

    7.0
    Great value, helpful staff, close to the top sights
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was quite small but a good value for the cost. As a solo traveler for a quick trip, it was perfect.

    The hotel is very close to all the sights of Bologna and the staff were very accommodating with my late check out and luggage storage requests.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2021

    7.0
    Nice place to stay, but not during a heat wave
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was really looking forward to staying here, but was sorely disappointed with the lack of the hotel’s ability to control the temperature of the rooms. While the air conditioner in my room was “on,” the room was uncomfortably warm. Admittedly, it was not as hot inside as it was outside (my stay was during a severe heat wave), but it was warm enough that I broke out into a sweat at the slightest movement. When I inquired as to what could be done, I was told that the air conditioning was centralized and that it could not be adjusted. After a virtually sleepless night, I asked for a fan for the following night, which they provided, and with that turned on next to my bed, I was able to drift off without a problem. There are other things that the hotel could do to improve: 1) provide a plug for the bathroom sink so that one’s personal items are not in danger of falling into the drain, which has a rather large, cavernous opening; 2) provide more electrical sockets so that the charging of one’s devices is easier. 3) Get rid of the hideous decor in the reception area. The hotel is situated in an historic building, and the reception area would look better if it reflected its surroundings through warm, natural colors rather than white, gray, and silver.

    The location is excellent—well within walking distance to the train station as well as to all the attractions of the city. The hotel is situated on an arcaded street with lots of places to eat, drink and shop within seconds or minutes of the entrance. The rooms are quiet and tastefully furnished with lovely high ceilings. The management have obviously invested in mattresses of excellent quality, which I very much appreciated. The bathrooms are new and immaculately clean with good lighting and a roomy shower stall. The shower nozzle provides a generous flow of lovely, soft water.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy air condition

    Good breakfast, nice stuff, worth the money

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2021

    8.0
    Good for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    looks better at pictures then in reality

    Location is great, staff great and helpful

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2021

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very small room, bud according to the description, slow and small elevator, no free parking.

    Location and very kind staff!

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2021

    7.0
    good location, bad air Conditioning
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air Conditioning not working!!!! After requesting another room, receptionist told us to open the window!!!! Impossible to sleep in the summer.

    Central location

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2021

    6.0
    Misleading room description
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was advertised with a balcony, paid for a balcony, there was none, the window was looking at a abandoned yard. Was told that the hotel has only 1 (one) room with a balcony, yet, it was listed as offering rooms with balconies. The air conditioner wasn't working, so very hot. The bathroom is way too small. Nice hotel, but false advertisement.

    Great location, walking everywhere. Clean room, nice and cozy, friendly staff. Comfortable big bed. Elevator, a bit small, but works.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2021

    7.0
    Good location on main street
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Oldfashioned rooms. Worn out look.

    Good location for travelling by train, 10 min from trainstation. Easy to walk to center. Shopping street. Room was clean. Luggage store.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2021

    7.0
    Great location, old and small rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room furniture was old, bathroom was small and essential

    You have to consider this hotel mainly for its central location and strategic position to visit the city center. Good value for money but do not expect anything fancy from this hotel: basic rooms (somehow old furniture) and essential facilities.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kinda old , but very comfy Fully equipped room Friendly staff Good location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Service facilites.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    May 2024 stayed three nights, room 309. Third floor but easy to access with a lift large enough for two people , each with a carry-on bag and a backpack. Hotel staff were very helpful upon checkin. Our room was a bit unusual; two bathrooms, one with a toilet, bidet and sink (but had pipes in the wall for previous shower) and a second with a sink, toilet and tub with a shower wand attached to a wall rod but no shower curtain or splash panel. Lots of closet space and comfortable bed. We had breakfast included which offered a variety of meat/cheese, pastries, yogurt, toast, fruit, juices and coffee. Location is great for train terminal access and many of the attractions of Bologna. Some great restaurants and street entertainment made this an interesting and underrated stop in our Italian vacation. Would recommend this location to other travellers.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    A great, central place for a short stay, with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location, staff friendliness and helpfulness, cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Perfect city break!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really friendly staff, great location for the centre of Bologna and the main station. Comfortable, quiet and clean rooms. Plenty of choice for our daily continental breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    3.0
    I would NOT stay here again.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very small and basic room. Bathroom so tiny it was difficult to use the toilet. Bring earplugs, the hotel is right on a busy intersection with traffic and sirens through the night. Sparse breakfast with no allergen-free options.

    Only advantage is that it is quite central. But there are many other hotels nearby that are probably a better experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Great experience! definitely recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    As soon as I arrived at the hotel the staff was incredibly kind to my friends and me, they made the whole booking process very easy, every time we had a question and needed something they were very efficient. The room was very clean and had all the facilities required. If I come back to Bologna I will stay there again!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    will come back :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - very kind and polite stuff - clean room & bathroom - TV & AC works well - wifi as well - got a quiet single room - towels and bathroom amenities provided - hair dryer in the room & also another one can be provided at the reception - 24/7 security - elevator works - breakfast not included ( you have to pay extra )

    Stayed in February 2024

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