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WELCOME TO
BOLOGNA!
We are a small local team who manages a number of apartments in Bologna. To make your stay more comfortable, we've collected some useful information about the apartment of your choice along with our city guide and local tips.
GOOD TO KNOW
Location
The apartment is located in the very center of Bologna, a short walk from the main square
Beds
There's a master and a twin bedroom and a sofa-bed in the living room
Towels
You will find a set of three towels for each guest, and the bed linen is included too
Heating
The heating is centralized and is usually available from mid October till mid April
Elevator
The apartment is situated on the seventh floor (we count from 0), an elevator will bring you there
Parking
We recommend Garage San Giorgio open from Monday till Saturday or Autorimessa Marconi
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
About Montegrappa Apartment
What time can I check in?🕒
You can check in anytime after 15:00. If you arrive before that, we will try to have the apartment ready earlier if possible. Just let us know about the time of your arrival and we will do our best to accomodate your request.
Do you provide shower gel and shampoo? 🧴
We leave a welcome kit with single doses of shower gel, shampoo, and soap for the first day and recommend bringing some with you, especially for longer stays.
Can I drive up to the apartment? 🚗
The apartment is located in the restricted area (ZTL) and nearby streets become pedestrian during holidays and weekends. To avoid getting a fine, it's best to park first and continue on foot. We recommend Garage San Giorgio open from Monday till Saturday from 7:00 till 20:00 (from €25 per day) or Autorimessa Marconi open every day from 07:00 till 00:30 (from €30 per day). Please remember to ask the parking to activate the ZTL pass for your car.
What to do if the lights go out? 💡
In case of power outage, you can get the electricity restored by lifting the levers of the electric meter on the ground floor. You will receive detailed instructions on the day of your arrival.
Is water drinkable? 🥛
The water in your apartment is potable, but we still recommend boiling it or drinking bottled water.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
About Bologna
In short, we recommend taking a taxi from an official line outside the airport. A taxi ride from the airtport to the center of Bologna should cost about €25. You can find about other ways to reach the center here.
How to order a taxi in Bologna? 🚕
You can order a taxi by calling one of these numbers: +39 051 372727, +39 051 45 90. We recommend specifying what luggage you have and whether you want to pay by card. Alternatively, it's possible to use a TaxiClick or itTaxi app. For advance booking it’s necessary to have an Italian phone number, so if you don’t have it, feel free to contact us for help (it's best to book two days in advance). Here's also a map of all the taxi ranks.
What is the best period to visit Bologna? 🌞
Our favorite seasons in the city are late spring and early fall when the weather is mild. However, be aware of some international fairs that will make prices for accommodation and services higher and the city streets more crowded.
Is it necessary to reserve a table in a restaurant? 🍴
We recommend booking a table in high season, especially during weekends, though some restaurants won't take them.
How to arrive to Santuario Madonna di San Luca? ⛪
To reach the famous church on top of the hill, you can either take the San Luca Express train or arrive with a bus at the Meloncello stop and then walk for about 30 minutes. Please note that it's an uphill road with a lot of steps.
How does public transport work? 🚍🚏
A single urban bus ticket in Bologna costs €1.50 and can be used on more than one ride, but within 75 minutes. A daily pass for 24 hours is €6 and the CITY PASS for 10 rides is €14. All tickets can be bought in most Tabaccheria shops and must be validated each time after boarding. Usually, it's also possible to buy single tickets directly on the bus with coins for €2 or via contactless payment by card for €1.50 (in this case, you won't receive a ticket, but remember to tap the card on every bus).
How to travel from Bologna to Florence, Venice, Milan and other cities? 🚊
Bologna is well-connected to many cities thanks to the local railway network. You can buy train tickets on the Trenitalia or Italo website or directly at the train station. We recommend doing so in advance, as prices for fast trains rise closer to the date. The tickets for regional trains have lower and fixed prices, but these trains are slower and often require stopovers. Alternatively, it's also possible to travel between major cities by bus.
