In San Donato-San Vitale, Living Place Hotel offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and Italian cuisine at Hub Restaurant. Relax by the seasonal pool, unwind in the garden or grab a drink at the poolside bar. With dry cleaning services and multilingual staff, previous guests rave about the helpful team.
Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
BolognaFiere - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
FICO Eataly World - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
Piazza Maggiore - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 12 min drive
Bologna Rimesse Station - 8 min drive
Bologna Fiere Station - 8 min drive
San Lazzaro di Savena Station - 28 min walk
Cà dell'Orbo Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Gianni Bar - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Corte delle Roveri - 7 min drive
Roadhouse Restaurant - 2 min drive
Igini Sushi - 4 min drive
About this property
Living Place Hotel
Living Place Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital and BolognaFiere. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Hub Restaurant, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
205 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Working away
24-hour business center
9 meeting rooms
Conference space (9684 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Bicycle parking
2 outdoor tennis courts
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 31
Visual fire alarm
Doorbell and phone notification
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Sleep well
Down comforter
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Hub Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Hub Cafe - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
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 3.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
Pool fee: EUR 10 per person, per night
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to June 1:
Swimming pool
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Facility access costs EUR 10 per person, per day
The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to September 14
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
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 IT037021A1WEVSAFVE
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Also known as
Hotel Hub Bologna
Hub Bologna Castenaso
Hub Hotel Bologna
Hub Hotel Bologna Castenaso
Living Place Hotel Castenaso
Living Place Hotel
Living Place Castenaso
Living Place Hotel Province Of Bologna/Villanova Di Castenaso
Living Place
Living Place Hotel Bologna
Living Place Bologna
Frequently asked questions
Does Living Place Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Living Place 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.
Is there a pool at Living Place Hotel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Living Place Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 12 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Living Place Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Living Place Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Living Place Hotel and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Living Place Hotel?
Yes, Hub Restaurant offers Italian cuisine.
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Living Place Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was very good with great variety and gluten-free options available. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Awesome
Great service and stay!
MILEN
MILEN, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
The beds were very uncomfortable. Other than that, the hotel was a good value for the price.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Great location, Hotel very clean , staff helpful with our concerns .
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Living Place hotel
attending concert at Imola, but it was good to relax at the pool before the concert, during these hot summer days, just outside Bologna.
Simeon
Simeon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Easy to get to, just far enough from the airport to be quiet.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2025
A very nice hotel a bit too far from the city
Had an enjoyable stay at the Living Place Hotel. Used it as a base to travel around. Hotel was nice and airy, breakfast good, pool was welcome as the temperatures got higher. Restaurant was also very good. Room was average and air con didn’t seem to cool it a great deal resulting in warm nights. Overall an enjoyable stay and would recommend as a base but it is a little too far from the city of Bologna for evening meals or exploring.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Great service
Armando
Armando, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2025
Good hotel, but maintenance to be improved
Electrical fault and no lighting for my stay
Wai Ling
Wai Ling, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 24, 2025
Stay was okay but there was a car rally going on and cars where loud until 2:00am and then again from 5:00am and the hotel security did nothing about it.
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
Dining options
GIANNOULA
GIANNOULA, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2025
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Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Great value and pool
Great location an amazing olympic size swimming pool and free parking. Breakfast was included and had great selections. Nice size shopping mall and mercado 5 minute walk from the hotel. Unfortunately taxi rides are very expensive to go to Old Town which is about 5 km away. There is a bus that takes you there but not on weekends or holidays.
Lewis
Lewis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2025
Great place to stay
We had a triple prestige room for my wife, daughter (15) and myself. There was ample space and the beds were comfy.
The included breakfast was very good, but it didget busy towards the end of service.
The pool is amazing being Olympic size. You do have to pay for the sunbeds and umbrellas, but that does mean they are available and not just covered in towels from 7am. But if you are planning several days around the pool the costs will mount up.
The hotel is a little bit out of the city centre and a taxi will cost about €25 each way. There is a bus but it takes over an hour. Best to have a car.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
I recommed this place
Sema
Sema, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 27, 2025
Hotel was nice. Could do with a refurbishment. Not close to the centre but there is a shopping centre behind which is convenient!
Only 1 restaurant to eat at otherwise the shopping centre or taxi to the centre.
Lily
Lily, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2023
Great staff, clean rooms and hotel, comfortable beds, easy parking and a great breakfast,you will not be disappointed
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 28, 2024
Cool place
Frank
Frank, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Restaurant breakfast was a real surprise. Very good and lots of variety
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 8, 2025
Would Not Stay There Again
Check In was chaotic, we were told our rooms were due to be ready at 3pm (it was 11.45) but they should be available well before then. At 15.15, and after asking 2-3 times I eventually got the keys. The Reception was manned by 2-3 women who kept disappearing and the occasional appearance by two lads who were just playing around all the time and acting like idiots.
The rooms were OK, but the aircon was not very effective.
Was told it was close to the city centre, is was 25-30 Euros away - not close at all.
Fawlty Towers was more organised.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
The staff from front desk to the restaurant and bar was excellent! Very helpful and friendly. Special thank you to Davide and the front desk staff for going above and beyond to help!
I strongly recommend this hotel.
Renato
Renato, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2024
Overall it is a great hotel with the excellent and helpful staff!
Areas to improve:
- fix room door locks
- provide drink water fountains
- provide hair conditioner in rooms
Yura
Yura, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
The public transport is not good at all but the rest is perfect
Farid
Farid, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Excellent hotel for bologna
This seemed like a business hotel but is a great hotel, situated on the outskirts of bologna. If you have a car it is excellent location for driving to Bologna, Florence, Pisa, Verona and Venice as this is close to the motorway. Good breakfast and plenty of free parking on site. The room was excellent as we had a new room with 2 double beds. It has a nice indoor mall with a supermarket just behind the hotel within 5 minutes walk. Also has Macdonalds and Burger King in the mall along with other eateries. Only downside was the weather and time of year meant we couldn't apprecaite the pool area
rakesh
rakesh, 5-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 8, 2025
It’s an older hotel that they are remodeling.. but it’s a poor remodel. Our biggest complaint was the that we reserved 3 rooms, only 2 rooms had working air conditioning. We spoke to the hotel multiple times to try to get it fixed, no success.. just promises of it getting fixed and no results, no follow up. When we checked out I mentioned that the rooms AC was still not resolved and they tried to say that the city has not permitted them to turn on the AC. Breakfast is good so that’s a nice perk. Didn’t stay for dinner as the ambiance is terrible bit finding a restaurant nearby is tough as it’s at least 25 min to the downtown by uber and a costly uber ride of $70-$100 Euro. Beds are very firm, but rooms are quite nicely redone with new showers and new furnishings including a laminate floor. I would not return.
Geraldine
Geraldine, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 12, 2024
Hotel a little bit tired. Have to pay for pool towels and pool umbrellas even as guests.
Paper cups in the rooms for tea and coffee was not a 4 star hotel thing...
Restaurant was great for breakfast, but overpriced and poor service for dinner.
Did the job but not a 4 star hotel.