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Il Canale Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Piazza Maggiore

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Lobby
Interior
Porch
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Bertiera 2, Bologna, BO, 40126

What's nearby

  • Piazza Maggiore - 8 min walk
  • Two Towers - 9 min walk
  • University of Bologna - 10 min walk
  • Land Rover Arena - 12 min walk
  • BolognaFiere - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 24 min drive
  • Bologna Rimesse Station - 7 min drive
  • Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 11 min walk
  • Bologna Central Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Altero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Igea SAS Cinti m. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Peccati di gola - da Claudio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Diana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Moro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Il Canale Hotel

Il Canale Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 17 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from noon - 10 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Zanhotel Tre Vecchi]

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets stay free (1 total)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1860
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 25-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Dial-up internet access is available in guestrooms for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 037006-AL-00083

Also known as

Zanhotel Il Canale
Zanhotel Il Canale Bologna
Zanhotel Il Canale Hotel
Zanhotel Il Canale Hotel Bologna
Il Canale Hotel Bologna
Il Canale Bologna
Il Canale Hotel Hotel
Il Canale Hotel Bologna
Il Canale Hotel Hotel Bologna

Frequently asked questions

Does Il Canale Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Il Canale Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Il Canale Hotel?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at Il Canale Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Il Canale Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Il Canale Hotel?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Il Canale Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Il Canale Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Il Canale Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Il Canale Hotel like?
Il Canale Hotel is in Historic Center, a short 8-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore and 7 minutes' walk from Fountain of Neptune.

Il Canale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Horror
Air conditioning not working and making a lot of noise. Breakfast so limited and the woman in charge of breakfast is so unpolite. Really disspointed.
Mario, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel staff were really lovely - friendly and helpful. They agreed to keep reception open for us when our flight was delayed and didnt rush us in when we finally got there. They also really helped us with our onward journey plans and there was no problem with leaving our bags during the day while we wandered round the city.
Christy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I assumed we would have a view of the canal from our room. The door was hard to open. We liked the tile floor and the service.
Christy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel review for Il Canale
Quaint hotel in the heart of Bologna. Plain room and furnishings Comfortable bed Very thin walls-you can hear everyone talking and walking around.
6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great staff.
Wow! Super location. Nice staff that went above and beyond for us.
Martine, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Dated but nice location
The location is great - close to the centre and by the canal. The staff were helpful, too. My single room had no exterior window, but they changed it when I asked. The decor of the hotel is very old fashioned, and the room small, but it was clean
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky & fun
I loved this quirky hotel, with the antique bicycles and luggage in the corridors! Also I enjoyed the roof deck overlooking the canal. Fun!
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Small and cozy
Central and no frills hotel. I stayed in a single room and enjoyed it.
Marco, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely little gem of a hotel.
Amazing location in the heart of the old town with many restaurants and shops only a short walk away. The hotel is quirky but that is not a bad thing as it is very original and more boutique than the standard chain hotels. Staff incredibly friendly. Minor issues such as the bathroom radiator not working but if you left door open it would get heat from the room so no great issue. WiFi really strong and can even stream.
Steve, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good Location for city sites Clean rooms and friendly staff
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly hotel in a quiet, but central location
The Hotel is centrally located just a ten minute walk from the train station, then another ten minute walk to the town centre. A great place from which to see all the sights. And if you feel like a change, both Florence and Venice can be easily visited in a day by train from Bologna. When you're finished for the day there's lots of affordable bars and trattorias nearby the hotel. The hotel has all the features you'd expect at this price point - PLUS a kettle in your room - essential if you're a Brit and must have tea in the morning! Staff are friendly and very helpful. The picture of the Canal (one of the historic hidden treasures of Bologna) does actually show the rear of the hotel. Top tip: follow the Via Bertiera to the far end (three minute walk) and there's a CONAD supermarket for snacks and everything you've forgotten to bring.
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very central
We had one nigth at Hotel I Canale, and we had a nice stay.
Maja, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Love Bologna and hotel good value.
Great location between station and Piazza Maggiore. Small hotel but be aware that there is no air conditioning in October and our room was hot and stuffy. The hotel did provide us with a fan but this did little to help. The room we had was small and the bed a bit firm for our liking. Easy walking to everything. Can’t comment on breakfast as it wasn’t included in our rate.
Vicki, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quirky, affordable, location was good, wifi was intermittent though
2-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing! Loved location, spacious rooms. Staff was so friendly and helpful!! Would return here and recommend to others. WiFi great!
Marie I, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good choice in good location in Bologna.
Although the hotel is somewhat dated and worn, I felt that it perfectly fit in to the ambience. It's a very comfortable and cozy place and I loved the quirkiness of the decor. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was a bit better than what is typically offered in Italy. I thought that the location was very convenient.
ROSE, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Location is excellent. Staff couldn’t be more helpful.
4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

In general I saw little of the property. I was in town 1 night travelling on business via the airport. Taxi to the hotel was 18-22 Euro. I arrived at 7pm and departed before 9am the next morning. I selected the property based on the reviews. I was in room 1 immediately across from reception. The room is simple and basic. A bit larger than many European rooms and opens onto a courtyard. I enjoyed breakfast downstairs. In general the property is what one might expect from any property between the train station and the center. The gentleman at the desk was extremely friendly and helpful. His recommendation for a single business person looking for a simple dinner was on point. The young lady in the morning was equally friendly. One item to note is that there is a 1 hour lead to book a taxi. For me not an issue but notably different from what some with frequent business travel might expect. This is not, generally, a business hotel, but for my purposes of not wanting a business hotel for at least one night on a 2 week "new hotel every night" trip, this was a pleasant and refreshing departure.
Doug, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home from home. Staff treated us like family. Nothing was too much trouble. Fantastic location. Rooms super clean, breakfast ample. Some really good trattorias within walking distance. Highly recommended
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good quality for the price we paid, old hotel with character in a typical old Bologna building, not posh but not scruffy. Great location in the old town close to all the restaurants and bars. Only 10 to 15 minutes walk from the bus and train station. Would definitely stay again.
David, 1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Step back a century to luxe
I felt like we were in a gorgeous black and white romantic movie, will never forget the one night we spent there, I was crying for about twenty minutes after we left for a four star hotel with all the mod cons. I just didn't want to leave. Hot water not really that good, but you can't beat the atmosphere, the light, the friendliness, the furnishings the eccentricity.
Margaret, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great stay
Staff were excellent. Fantastic location. Very good breakfast. Nice room and bathroom. Nice little hotel. We would recommend to our friends!
liz, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

4/10 Fair

Hot with no WiFi
On our European vacation, we were fortunate to spend one night with our family in Bologna. We booked Il Canal because they had a quad room that could accommodate all of us, the location was good, and the price was reasonable. If you like eclectic, old, European-style hotels, you will find it adorable (despite the smallest shower ever), and the location is good - just a short walk to the Piazza Maggiore. Unfortunately, that’s not enough. We arrived on a hot afternoon, and they hadn’t turned the air conditioning on in the room. We turned it on immediately, but it never cooled off the entire evening, night and morning. Being in the room was miserable. The hallways and lobbies aren’t air conditioned at all (or it wasn’t on despite 95 degree temps), so there was no relief to be had. To top it off, despite the fact that they advertise WiFi, there was none in our room. First, they insisted there was. Then, they said it was because we were trying to connect too many devices (not the case). Finally, the front desk clerk just admitted there was nothing he could do. When we tried to watch TV instead, we discovered they had no English stations. All-in-all, an uncomfortable night. I would not go back.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review