Grand Hotel Elite - Bologna

Hotel: 4 stars

Via Aurelio Saffi 36 - 40100 Bologna

Tel:877-662-6988

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  • Quality of service provided
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  • 8.88.8
  • 8.78.7
  • 9.19.1
  • 8.48.4
  • 7.47.4

 ‹‹ Staff were incredibly helpful, breakfast was ok, Room was tidy and nice but a bit too hot››

26 Dec 2008 read hotel reviews

About Grand Hotel Elite

exterior  - night Hotel Grand Hotel Elite exterior - night The Grand Hotel Elite is synonymous of elegance and features all the prestige and the refinement perfectly blended with the tranquility and warmth of a home. Located in the center of Bologna, just a few steps from the historic center, the hotel is 10 minutes from the Exhibition Center, 5 minutes from the railway station and the airport and easily reached from the highway or ring road.

Attention to services is paid to the last detail, from the refined atmosphere of the Cordon Bleu restaurant, which offers an excellent local and international cuisine, to the treasure of the building: the American Bar, a timeless, unique place with an unforgettable charm, the ideal place for a drink, a date or a relaxing evening; from the full breakfast to the prestigious guestrooms and suites, which are equipped with every comfort possible, including sound-proofing; from the meeting rooms to the hall equipped with an Internet Point.

Wi-Fi Internet connection is available in the whole property as well as a supplementary fiber optic cable connection in the superior category rooms.

The Grand Hotel Elite, among the most prestigious hotels in Bologna, is today entirely renovated with the most modern technology and offers an state-of-the-art security system with today's legal standards. We can proudly offer our clients a high quality product from all points of view: service, assistance, comfort, technology and security.

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Location of Grand Hotel Elite, Bologna

  • Hotel Grand Hotel Elite Via Aurelio Saffi 36 Bologna

    City Area:Reno

  • Bologna area: Reno

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Rooms at Grand Hotel Elite

Hotel Grand Hotel Elite guest room suite deluxe A wide range of accommodations ranging from standard room to top, to executive and up to the family suite is available. Each and every room is characterized by a different size, quality and atmosphere.

The double and single Classic measure 35 and 18 square metres respectively.
The luxurious Suite Ambassador measures approximately 80 square metres and is equipped with a living room, a dining area with an American Bar, a bedroom and a bathroom. We welcome our important guests with sparkling wine and flowers.
The Suite Deluxe measures approximately 60 square metres and is equipped with a bedroom, a living area with American Bar, a bathroom with sink and shower and another bathroom with bathtub.
The Suite Executive measures approximately 45 square metres and is equipped with a bedroom, a living area, an American Bar and a bathroom with shower or bathtub.
The Family Suite is available in two different solutions: apartment with 2 rooms or large apartment open-space with a bedroom and a living room with a comfortable sofa bed.
The Suite Première measures 27 square metres and is equipped with a bedroom and a living room.

All of the rooms feature direct dial telephone, Wi-Fi Internet connection, interactive TV, satellite channels, 4 different movies a day in pay per view, individually controlled air conditioning and heating, mini fridge and hairdyer.
The Suite Ambassador, Deluxe, Executive, Family e Première also feature a desk, a modem plug, slippers and bath robe and in addition the Suite Ambassador and Deluxe have a superior courtesy set and tea and coffee making facilities.

Non-smoking rooms and rooms for disabled guests are available on request as well as baby cots.

Small pets are welcome.

  • Desk
  • Direct dial phone
  • Facilities for disabled people
  • Hairdryer in each room
  • Heating
  • Individually controlled air conditioning
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking rooms available upon request
  • Pay-Per-View
  • Radio
  • Safe
  • Satellite TV
  • Wireless Internet access
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Breakfast at Grand Hotel Elite

Breakfast breakfast room A continental breakfast buffet is served in the breakfast room between 7 a.m. and 10.30 a.m.

Breakfast can be served directly in the rooms upon request.

Hotel Facilities

  • Access for disabled
  • Credit card accepted
  • Entire property is air conditioned
  • Groups welcome
  • Laundry service
  • Lift/elevator
  • Recently renovated
  • City guide
  • City maps
  • City tour
  • Front desk - 24 hour
  • Front desk - fax service
  • Front desk - safety deposit box
  • Luggage room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Newspapers
  • Tourist information
  • Banqueting service
  • Conference room
  • Congress facilities
  • Meeting Room
  • Guarded car park
  • Shuttle service from and/or to the airport
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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Hotel Reviews Grand Hotel Elite

9.69.6

Suresh Ramakrishnan
Family with young children
Oman, Oct 2009

We liked it very much. It was a excellant stay.

6.56.5

LM
Mature couple
Ireland, Sep 2009

We chose this hotel based on its location which was good - great bus service to centre and also the fact that it had a bar and restaurant, as we like to have a night cap before bed. The bar was never open and the restaurant provided us with the absolute worst meal both service and food that we had in Italy. It really spoiled what was a nice hotel - if it had advertised no bar we would have chosen another hotel.

9.59.5

LC
Mature couple
Canada, Jun 2009

Excellent hotel staff speaking English; perfect accommodation, large and tidy room; very good restaurant.

9.99.9

ER
Mature couple
Ireland, May 2009

We had a very enjoyable stay: the room was a good size and very comfortable; we were at the front of the hotel and the noise was not a problem. The breakfast was very good with plenty of choice.

9.19.1

TB
Mature couple
USA, May 2009

The hotel is perfect for a city break. The room was spacious, comfortable, well equipped, and quiet. There was a good selection of food at breakfast. Hotel staff was friendly and efficient. Can recommend highly.

9.89.8

JV
Mature couple
Netherlands, May 2009

This is an excellent and well located hotel near the centre of Bologna. The main streets and restaurants were only a short 15 minute stroll away. The staff in the hotel were attentive. We received a free room upgrade. Breakfast was more than adequate.

9.69.6

Natale Manghisi
Not Specified
Italy, May 2009

ottimo tutto quanto ci tornerò

9.19.1

CO
Single traveller
Italy, Apr 2009

La posizione strategica dell'albergo, la vista di San Luca dalla finestra della camera, la spaziosità della camera e l'adeguatezza dello staff.

9.89.8

Adewale Akkinuove-Agbaje
Mature couple
Tunisia, Apr 2009

Hôtel situé près des transports, tarif correct, mon arrivée très tardive n'a pas posé de problème: personnel efficace, chambres très confortables et propre.

3.13.1

Lina Youness
Single traveller
Senegal, Apr 2009

I had to take my luggage myself to the reception at 5 o'clock in the morning in the elevator which takes only one suitcase. The room service was awful. Sorry but for the price and for a four star hotel. Really i don't understand.

9.69.6

GP
Single traveller
Portugal, Feb 2009

Excellent hotel: great breakfast, good restaurant, nice room. Good value for money.

9.89.8

KC
Mature couple
Montenegro, Feb 2009

The hotel was very nice, old style atmosphere. The breakfasf was very good; travelling with our car the location was excellent.

9.79.7

Alan Mercury
Young couple
Israel, Feb 2009

Class of the hotel - good service - very nice breakfast, excellent the efficiency of the room cleaning, very friendly staff

9.79.7

Rolf Van Breda Kolf
Single traveller
Belgium, Feb 2009

The hotel was really clean with very professional staff, perfect shower, warm nad large room, good breakfast, very good price

9.69.6

JM
Mature couple
United Kingdom, Feb 2009

Breakfeast is very very good, 4star hotel rating, price is good. 20 m. walking far from the city center.

9.69.6

Elvis Roller
Single traveller
USA, Feb 2009

A good hotel, perfect for a overnight or week long stay. Hotel was clean and the staff were very helpful. The food in restaurant was lovely and the breakfast excellent. I would return.

8.48.4

Alessio Mugnai
Young couple
Italy, Jan 2009

Good morning, as I mentioned there is a lot of nois in the morning. Also to enter in the room the keys is making a noise when neightbour are entering in their rooms. Thank you. Regards. Alessio Mugnai

9.99.9

Roger Water
Young couple
United Kingdom, Dec 2008

Staff were incredibly helpful, breakfast was ok, Room was tidy and nice but a bit too hot

9.59.5

SP
Mature couple
Russia, Nov 2008

Clean and neat hotel. The room/bathroom were perfect size, ultra clean and staff exceptionally nice. My husband and myself got stuck at airport due to a strike and had to spend another night.The hotel let us come back even tough we did not have a previous reservation, which was greatly appreciated. Also, the location is good.

9.79.7

LE

United Kingdom, Nov 2008

It is not far from historic area. Friendly staff. Easy access by car, but parking is not free of charge. Internet should be included too. Hotel room was big and very clean. Breakfast was also excellent.

9.29.2

LZ
Mature couple
Turkey, Oct 2008

The staff were professional the location was excellent, the breakfast was superb. Stay again and really worth every cent.

9.59.5

PM
Mature couple
United Kingdom, Oct 2008

Room quality excellent - good location Restaurant was rather expensive

9.69.6

JB
Single traveller
United Kingdom, Sep 2008

Excellent position, great breakfast, lovely clean rooms; very helpful, polite and friendly staff.

9.89.8

Lucas Zacbasi
Not Specified
Czech Republic, Sep 2008

Clean. Convenient distance from airport. The standard is very good and the staff is excellent. If I had been staying longer I would have liked a fitness.

8.78.7

Michele Capocci
Young couple
Ireland, Apr 2007

Very big rooms. We could self cater if we needed to. The overall location is very close to the city centre and the bus service is regular.

9.69.6

FP
Family with young children
Italy, Aug 2008

The location close to the centre of the old part of Bologna. The air-conditioning.

9.09.0

MB
Not Specified
USA, Apr 2008

A very well-run hotel Good value for money. "Molte grazie per i fiore"

9.69.6

Rolando Moegg
Mature couple
Italy, Mar 2008

Very nice stay and wonderful town: we will back

9.59.5

PAULINE ALEXIOU
Mature couple
Greece, Mar 2008

This was our first visit to Bologna and although we were there on business, we were travelling with other family members who were just holidaying and wanted a hotel in a central location. The Grand Hotel Elite is a really nice hotel located close to the historical centre of Bologna, which is just a few minutes away, by bus, and the bus stop is just up the road from the hotel entrance. Bus tickets are available at the hotel reception desk, otherwise you will need a 1 Euro coin per passenger. Unfortunately we were there on business and did not get to do much sightseeing but the hotel provided us with an bundle of information about Bologna, showing all the interesting places to go, and the staff were eager to answer any questions we had. When we left we were presented with a complimentary CD about Bologna so that we can remember our stay. And the breakfast was great, probably one of the best I have had in Italy! I would definitely recommend this hotel.

8.48.4

Antonino Savoca
Not Specified
Italy, Oct 2007

everything very good.

5.15.1

FA
Mature couple
Greece, Oct 2007

There are better 4 stars hotels. Our room was damp and smelly because of a water leak and we had to change rooms. It was given to another guest! In general, cold reception and very business like. We did'nt feel like being customers but reservation numbers! The restaurant though expensive was a tad more cheerful.

8.48.4

Paul J. Ascenzo
Single traveller
USA, Oct 2007

This turned out to be exactly as I expected from viewing the info on Venere.com. I really enjoyed the hotel, and found the comments from others who had already been to the hotel especially helpful in deciding. Generally the Grand Hotel Elite had an upscale feel and look, (with an excellent breakfast), but was not overpriced. It was about a 20 minute walk to the center of Bologna, but I enjoy walking and felt safe even at night (of course, ask the hotel personnel before venturing out at night). I would definitely consider staying there again should I return to Bologna.

9.49.4

Larry Mcevoy
Group
United Kingdom, May 2007

beautiful suite, very inexpensive, good breakfast selection. a bit too far from centre of town, but good bus service. overall excellent value.

9.39.3

FRANK ROST
Young couple
Italy, May 2007

we can only recommend this hotel. Excellent.

8.18.1

PM
Single traveller
USA, Apr 2007

Greeted by excellent bellman. Desk staff was of mixed helpfulness and friendliness; breakfast excellent and staff very good. room small. location a bit far out but okay. Trip was for a trade fair and pleasure

9.99.9

DP
Gay Couple
Italy, Apr 2007

Semplicemente fantastico. Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Mi sento di consigliarlo assolutamente.

4.74.7

Marco D'Anna
Single traveller
Italy, Apr 2007

Albergo non da 4 stelle.Deludente

1.71.7

DR
Mature couple
Italy, Jan 2007

The bathroom was very small, there is only a douche, no jacuzzi, only a little douche. The rate was changed in 2007 i have paied € 185 but a few days before the price of that suite was € 146. I dont' like it

7.37.3

AM

Italy, Dec 2006

i had a suite ...but is a normal room clean but old . the staff is okay and the price is honest

2.52.5

Colin Mitchell
Single traveller
United Kingdom, Sep 2006

there is a problem in my opinion with this web booking. i booked a suite at his hotel. I looked on the web and as far as i could tell i was getting something similar to the suites i had before at the same hotel.however they said i actually booked a different room. how can i tell? i was v dissapointed with room given.

7.77.7

US
Single traveller
Portugal, Sep 2006

Having booked a room for a reasonable rate I was put into an excellent suite which, according to the pricelist in the room would normaly cost almost triple of what I paid. This may be because I asked for a non-smoking and quiet room, and that might have been the only one left, who knows. Anyway, my evaluation is therefore very good, but probably not a good measure of the hotels average performance. The late 60's furniture in the lounge exerts a certain surreal charm, for those inclined to appreciate it. The service was excellent.

4.54.5

GP
Not Specified
Italy, Mar 2006

internet wireless connection doesn't work forniture in the room were old. The bed was to small ( two beds in the room)

6.56.5

Jose Dias
Not Specified
Portugal, Oct 2005

This is an old four* Hotel, with very nice things and a pretty good restaurant, but the rooms lack some comfort, and the price was too high for the service and comfort provided, maybe because of one exposition in "Fiera"

9.29.2

HR
Single leisure traveller
Norway, Jun 2005

The hotel was ok, but with one exception: I had dinner in the restaurant one day, and the food was terrible (lamb chops consisting of bones and fat) and so was the price. The dinner was put on my room bill, but the information on what I've actaully had got and what I actually should pay, was extremely poor.

8.08.0

Michael Koob
Single corporate traveller
USA, May 2005

Room was quite nice, only problem was a barking dog outside the hotel from midnight till 2 a.m. Staff was unable to deal with it. Other than that problem I think it provides a quality stay especially at that price in Italy.

9.59.5

JZ
Family Group
USA, Aug 2004

We needed a family room after flying from NY to Italy to rest up in before continuing on to Tuscany and also for our return trip to the US. It is not located in central Bologna, but it is a short cab ride or a 20 minute walk to the town square. The hotel is very comfortable, clean and quiet (which is exactly what we needed). The hotel staff were extremely helpful in getting us a cab for 5 am to go to the airport. We felt that this was a very good value hotel.

7.07.0

JT
Heterosexual Couple
United Kingdom, Sep 2003

The hotel was spacious and very accomodating. We ended up extending our stay for the purposes of business and found that there were residence rooms available which Venere.com and the hotel had initially not mentioned. This would have been more suited to our needs as we ate out and didnìt mind having to get breakfast for ourselves. However the staff were helpful, if sometimes unable to deliver on our requests. The rooms were clean and of a high standard, although parts did seem a little dated and could use a lick or two of paint. Overall a pleasant stay.

8.38.3

Greg Watts
Couple with children
United Kingdom, Jun 2003

The outside of the hotel does not do the standard of the rooms justice. Parking was a bit tight in the underground carpark and an extra 16 Euros. We were made very welcome as we had children with us. Choice of restaurants in the area was limited. Family suite was very good, one double, one twin but with no air conditioning, just fans to blow the air about. Breakfast was just a buffet but with a good range of choice.

7.67.6

MJ
Heterosexual Couple
United Kingdom, Sep 2002

a 20 minute walk to centre, but regular and cheap bus service. Very comfortable room, but aircom noisy and didn't work properly, had to keep windows closed otherwise would be too noisy. Staff helpful and friendly, good English spoken. Public areas need refurbishing

Map of Grand Hotel Elite in Bologna

Hotel Grand Hotel Elite - city map city map

How to reach Grand Hotel Elite

By car
From the motorway take the exit n. 5, then turn left and follow the signs to the city centre and to the Grand Hotel Elite.
From any direction reach the city ring road until porta San Felice. Then follow the signs to Modena. The Grand Hotel Elite is located 300 metres away, on the left side.

Transport Services Grand Hotel Elite

  • Guarded car park
  • Shuttle service from and/or to the airport

A guarded private parking is available on the premises.
A transfer service to and from the airport is available on request.

Hotel Policies

METHODS OF PAYMENT
Venere.com does not debit your credit card for your reservations. You will be asked to insert your credit card details which will be sent to the property only as a guarantee of the reservation. The bill will then have to be settled directly at the hotel. In case your chosen hotel needs a deposit, this information will be included in the "Cancellation policy" section and the deposit will have to be settled directly with the pre-selected property. It is not possible to cancel your reservation if you selected and booked a room indicated as "PREPAID/NOT REFUNDABLE". In this case, the total amount of your stay will be charged to your credit card by the hotel at the time of booking.

CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT
Check-in:
the rooms are available at any time after 2 p.m.
Check-out: it is necessary to leave the rooms not later than midday.

INCLUDED/NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Use of Wi-Fi Internet access is not included in the price. Details on request.
Baby cots are included in the price.
Private parking is not included in the price. Details on request.
Transfers to and from the airport can be organized. Contact the hotel for a detailed price information.
Small pets are accepted free of charge.
Breakfast is included in the price.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Le cancellazioni effettuate fino a 2 giorni prima della data prevista di arrivo non comportano alcun costo. Le cancellazioni tardive e la mancata presentazione comportano l'addebito del costo della prima notte.
You may cancel your reservation without penalty up until 2 days before your arrival date, by accessing the Your Reservations page. It is not possible to cancel your reservation if you selected and booked a room indicated as "PREPAID/NOT REFUNDABLE".

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