Hostels in Bologna

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Based on reviews from our customers, these Bologna hostels have the best ratings: Combo Bologna - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Dopa Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and an arcade/games room. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and linens in all rooms. Verdi Plaza - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Piazza Maggiore. Property features include multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Bologna, one of Expedia’s 17 hostels might be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Bologna is 889 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Bologna. Get out into nature with places such as Margherita Gardens, Villa Spada and Charterhouse of Bologna. Cultural attractions include Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Teatro Duse and Bologna Museum of Modern Art. Visit landmarks such as Palazzo d’Accursio, Fountain of Neptune and Palazzo Re Enzo.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Bologna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Bologna Airport (BLQ), located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. To see more of the surrounding area, take a train from Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station), Bologna Central Station or Bologna Rimesse Station.