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Royal Hotel Carlton

4.0 star property
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Exterior
Interior
Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Turkish bath/hammam, massages
Rooftop terrace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO, 40121
  • Place, PalaDozza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Maggiore
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, BolognaFiere
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪15 min drive‬
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Room options

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Royal Hotel Carlton

Hotel with a sauna, near Piazza Maggiore
This hotel features a restaurant, a health club and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a sauna, spa services and a business centre.
Royal Hotel Carlton offers 236 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club and a sauna.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
Royal Hotel Carlton's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Via Indipendenza. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a gym are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Piazza Maggiore and 6 minutes from Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Royal Hotel Carlton offers its guests a health club and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Hotel Carlton. Parking is available for a fee.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Spoon – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 28 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Spoon

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 28 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT037006A1CEIJBASK
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Carlton Royal
Carlton Royal Hotel
Royal Carlton
Royal Carlton Bologna
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Royal Hotel Carlton Bologna
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Royal Hotel Carlton Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1012 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice but older fashioned hotel. 15 minutes from train station. Another 15 minute walk to centre. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hotel to be close to the train station which worked out great! Everyone was friendly. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was comfortable with all amenities, bathrooms bit outdated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geethani

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very supportive, friendly staff and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Not really “air conditioned “

The beds and breakfasts were wonderful, however the temperature in the room never cooled down-even after we turned it down, it would always shoot back up to a very uncomfortable temp resulting in us waking up in sweat and having to adjust the temp down again over and over. When we first checked in, our room had a large stain on the wall which was unsightly to say the least-I went down to the front desk to show her the picture and Eleanora was gracious enough to put us in a different room-she was very helpful and kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irinel Nicolae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely experience

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas, New York

The room was old & worn. It was extremely hot, management said they couldn’t lower the air conditioning, my wife & were sweating. The girl’s at the front desk were extremely nice, changed our room to a more modern one, but couldn’t fix the A/C problem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Convenient location, given the closeness of city’s main attractions. Superb transportation links. No faults - hotel of the highest recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irinel Nicolae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laimutis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Clare

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The overall appearance of the hotel is fine, it is the experience that you have here that is so poor. The staff are at best indifferent, but what really made the stay disappointing is the overall policy of dishonesty that the hotel embodies. I was supposed to be offered a VIP coupon for food/drink and it was never offered and when asked they just said 'sorry' but no follow through. I also overheard other people asking for their VIP upgrades and they were denied by the receptionist. The air-conditioning in my room was not working so in July it was actually hotter inside than out. Again no real response from the reception when I complained. So overall, the room was fine but the experience is not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamid

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great very central location, friendly staff. The building is a bit dated but super ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really lovely hotel and feels quite luxurious. The complimentary breakfast is a real bonus with plenty of choice to get you started in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kittiporn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nalli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the hotel was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Carefree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five star property just a bit outdated but in excellent shape with full service, comfortable lobby and bar and excellent restaurant. Large well equipped room with comfortable bed. Extensive breakfast buffet. 15 minute walk to the square. Easy underground parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bologna

Hotel looked amazing from the inside. Dinner and breakfast were first class
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025