Mercure Centro Hotel

Good location opposite Bologna train station Nice breakfast.

Very convenient location, room is a bit old but in general quite ok.

the location is super good, just the opposite of the train station. The breakfast has a range of variety but I suggest to cover the ham in between as I saw some inserts around.

The hotel is in front of the train station, nearly practical, for those travelling by train. 
They also partner with a parking nearby, for 20 euro + per night. Worked well in my case, ask for the address of that Parkin advance as you can't park at the hotel. 
The bed is comfortable, roof is comfortable but VERY small. 
It's a 10 min walk to the happening in the center. Nothing is really nice around the train station. 
The staff was very nice. 

Mercure brand is well known and the hotel looks well maintained. Was just a traffic light away from the train station. Makes travelling easy.

Towards our room in the end there’s a small flight of stairs (3-4 steps), it will be inconvenient if there’s mobility issue or if your luggage is too heavy. Do let them know in case they didn’t see your situation.

Location of the hotel was the highlight, it was literally opposite the train station. There were shops and supermart nearby the hotel as well so it was convinient. The room was good and clean, with the view facing the courtyard. Breakfast was good too with a nice selection of food and drinks. Only downside is that it was a 15-20 mins walk from the city center but we enjoyed the walk from the hotel to there. Overall a very nice stay and place in Bologna!

The hotel is now refurbished and is stylish and very functional. The breakfast is well served too with wide choices.🤩🤩🤩

Strategic good location; stone throw away from Bologna centrale train station & via dell independenza. Will definitely stay here again if we visit Bologna. Highly recommended!

I stayed for a short time at this hotel and the staff were amazing. It is conveniently located near the train for quick arrival and departures.

Suzanne at the front desk was amazing. She was quick, kind, and courteous with a great sense of humor.

Matteo at the bar was absolutely wonderful. He was knowledgeable, skilled, and wonderful to converse with.

The stay started as a one night that extended to a few days. The staff definitely had a part in that. They made it feel so spectacular and were genuinely kind.

The Mercure Bologna Centro is very well located, just across the street from the main train station, making it incredibly convenient for travel. It’s also only a manageable 20-minute walk to the Piazza Maggiore, so you’re close enough to the main attractions without being right in the hustle and bustle.

For a Mercure property, this hotel is surprisingly nice. The rooms are modern, clean, and cozy, offering a comfortable space to relax after a day of exploring. The garden area is another highlight—spacious and serene, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a cappuccino or an aperitivo in a peaceful setting.

We didn’t dine at the hotel, so I can’t comment on the food, but overall, the property offers a pleasant stay.

However, service could use some improvement. Basic training in presentation, communication, and professionalism, particularly when staff are “on the floor,” would go a long way to enhance the guest experience. Of the five times we visited the bar, three times we had to wait nearly five minutes for anyone to attend to us, which felt a bit frustrating.

That said, if you’re a regular Accor guest like me, this is a solid and affordable option when visiting Bologna. It’s not perfect, but it offers good value for money, especially if you’re on a budget.