PHI Hotel Bologna - Al Cappello Rosso

Italian Cities, Bologna

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  • Only 50 metres away from the majestic Piazza Maggiore
  • Complimentary bicycle hire

Only 50 metres away from the majestic Piazza Maggiore lies one of Bologna's oldest hotels. Dating back over 600 years, PHI Hotel Bologna - Al Cappello Rosso has been welcoming the city’s travellers since the 14th century. Located in the heart of Bologna this hotel is the ideal starting point for exploring monuments, elegant shops, medieval streets and enchanting hidden corners of this historic city.

Although steeped in history, the hotel benefits from smart contemporary furnishings, combining stylish, modern comforts with individually decorated bedrooms. The Al Cappello Rosso also features several theme rooms which have been decorated by world-famous artists.

Take advantage of the hotel's free bicycle hire and roam through porticoed streets between the medieval brick buildings. Ride past the famous Fontana di Nettuno (1566), designed by Tommaso Laureti and decorated with magnificent bronze figures by Giambologna.

The hotel has 33 rooms (official rating 4 star) Child prices apply to ages 2-3 years.

 

Facilities

bars-and-restaurants

Osteria del Cappello Restaurant

Included With: Bed & Breakfast

Osteria del Cappello serves typical dishes of Bolognese tradition and a selection of fine wines. A buffet breakfast offers fresh fruits, just-baked pastries and bio, dietetic and gluten free products.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Parking, Wifi & Reading rooms

Parking

Nearby car park and garage available and payable locally (approx. €25 per day). Reduced rate parking permits for street parking are also available and payable locally (approx. €9 per day). 

Reading Rooms & Wifi

Reading rooms available. 

Stay connected with the wifi available free of charge.

About the location
Holidays in Bologna will take you to one of Italy’s most elegant and exciting cities. Among the weaving porticoes and medieval towers, you will experience spirited markets and bustling arcades, all in a city that continues to feel vibrant and welcoming long into the evening. Bologna holds international acclaim for its food, architecture and automobile design, while retaining an authentic and intimate city centre where each street exhibits the city’s historical and social roots. Whether you are looking to taste the local tortelli al tartufo nero underneath the shadows of the famous Due Torri or for relaxing evenings spent strolling through the Colli district to watch the sun set over the skyline, you will find much to enjoy in this remarkable city.

Bologna’s food culture could entertain and fascinate even the most experienced gastronome. It is commonplace to witness the making of fresh pasta and the tasting of locally made burrata when walking around the central piazza. Alongside these delights, Bologna hosts over fifty museums displaying work from renowned historical figures such as Michelangelo, Raphael and Mozart, as well as prestigious modern institutions such as the MAMbo, Museo D’arte Moderna Di Bologna, which maintain a thriving contemporary art scene.
Transfer Time
The hotel is 20 minutes transfer from Bologna airport. Return private transfers included. To change your transfers or book car hire instead, simply call us once you’ve completed your booking.
a bedroom with a large mirror
Double Room

Max 2 Adults

Double Rooms are all decorated in a contemporary style and can sleep up to two adults. These room types can also interconnect (on request).

Size: 15m²

a bedroom with a bed and desk in a room
Superior Room

Max 2 Adults

Superior rooms have traditional decor and are positioned on the fourth floor. The large windows look out across the city and modern facilities in the room allow for a comfortable stay.

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Fab location
caz1000, london
Tripadvisor review May 13 2023
Very centrally located in a charming street. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The decor in the communal areas could be upgraded and made to feel a little more...
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Unique boutique hotel with fantastic location in the heart of Bologna
651christelh, Holte, Denmark
Tripadvisor review May 10 2023
Unique boutique hotel with great rooms and fantastic location in the heart of Bologna. Very friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Clearly a place we can recommend and would like to re-visit...
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