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Via del Porto 30, 40122 Bologna, Italy
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B&B Benelli
Ranked #2 of 121 Bologna B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
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Hermosa Beach, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“One of the best!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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Our stay with Roberta in November was one of the best experiences we had in Italy. We stayed at B&B Benelli for three nights, and we were very impressed. The quality of accommodation is superb. The bedroom was very clean, the sheets were soft, the towels were warm, and the bathroom was beautiful. The best part of our stay though, was our interaction with Roberta. Roberta is the ultimate hostess, and she made our stay in Bologna very enjoyable. When we arrived, she greeted us downstairs, and helped us to her parking garage. No questions about the city, about culture, about food were left unanswered. She is knowledgeable, sincere, and most of all, generous. One of our favourite evenings was spent after a long day out, chatting with her over cheese and bread about Italian food. I have never met a host that would go out of their way like that. Running a B&B isn't just a business for Roberta, you can see that it is her passion.

I should speak briefly about the amenities - they are all there. The skylights are fun to work (and Roberta will explain them to you). The wifi was fast, and allowed us to plan our days. All of the information that you could potentially need was printed out and neatly placed on the desk for us. Not to go back to Roberta again (I can't help but speak so highly of her), after hearing about our passion for food, she made some great recommendations on restaurants, parmesan factory tours, traditional balsamic vinegar tours, and cooking schools. Our trip felt so personalized, and genuine.

Thank you Roberta!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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roberta manganelli, Proprietario at B&B Benelli, responded to this review
5 February 2012
Thanks for this beautiful and detailed review. The opinions of my guests are the best advertising for my BandB.
I like interacting with them and if they wish, to pass time speaking with them while drinking a glass of wine and eating a bit of cheese. In particular with you, it was very pleasant to share recipes and passion for Bolognese cuisine.
Bologna is the capital of good food, and it is rich in works of art. It is a great pleasure for me to share my knowledge of the city with my guests because I wish that their stay in Bologna remains, for long time, in their memories. Thank you for visiting Bologna!
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Ellicott City, Maryland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Exquisite!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

We stayed at B&B Benelli in December and had an absolutely lovely time in Bologna, because of our gracious host, Roberta. B&B Benelli is conveniently located to the historic area and great restaurants (all recommended by Roberta). Our room was beautiful, immaculate and comfortable. We were greeted each morning with out-of-this-world breakfasts Roberta prepared that included home-made yogurt, fruit compote, cakes, cookies, cereal, jam, breads, and on and on. When we arrived, she had prepared a list of sites we might want to visit along with an annotated map and helped us find everything we wanted to see. As other reviewers have noted, it was like staying with a friend and personal guide. We so enjoyed meeting Roberta and getting to know her and her beloved city. We hope to visit Roberta and Bologna again. Our heartfelt thanks to Roberta!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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roberta manganelli, Proprietario at B&B Benelli, responded to this review
27 January 2012
Thank you so much for your kind words. I am proud to live in such a beautiful city and I am glad to prepare itineraries for my guests that allow them to discover all the wonderful things there are to see in Bologna.
Also, when my guests are as enthusiastic, prepared, and interested in art as you are, I thank you because coming here from the USA to see Niccolo' dell'Arca's masterpieces, makes me feel honoured.
I am sure the stories you will tell relatives and friends about Bologna will be the best advertising for the city. Thanks again
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London UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
“A lovely lady and a great hostess.....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011

We stayed with Roberta for three nights and I can trully say that Roberta and her B & B certainly lived up to the reviews on this website. Our room was spacious, very clean and came with its own lovely bathroom and our own front door. Breakfast was delicous. Roberta makes her own cakes, biscuits, fruit compote and yoghurt and it tastes wonderful. She is very welcoming and tells you about lots of local events, interesting places, shops and restaurants. It is like staying with a friend or your own personal guide. We had such a wonderful time in Bologna. Thank you Roberta.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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roberta manganelli, Proprietario at B&B Benelli, responded to this review
15 January 2012
Thank you very much for your flattering comments about your stay at my
B&B.
It's a pleasure for me to share my experience with people like you who
show great interest in my city.
I think that I'm lucky, as this kind of business gives me the
opportunity to meet people and some of them become good friends of
mine, eventually.
Thanks again for choosing to visit Bologna and stay at my B&B to
celebrate your birthday.
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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“"A touch of class"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2011

We stayed with Roberta for two nights in her divine B&B. The location was perfect and Roberta was an absolute gem. We were treated like visiting friends in the gorgeous bedroom and ensuite. Breakfast was like no other that we experienced the whole 5 weeks we were in Italy. Fresh, home cooked and lovingly prepared by Roberta. Every morning there was something different - What a gorgeous way to start each day. Her tips for restaurants were spot on as well as her suggestions on sightseeing. We count our blessings that we chose this very gracious lady's B&B. Grazie Roberta.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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roberta manganelli, Proprietario at B&B Benelli, responded to this review
22 November 2011
Thank you Robert. What a wonderful review and what a wonderful words about me!!
I'm glad I hosted you and your wife and I enjoyed spending time talking with you about my wonderful town. I'm very happy you enjoyed your stay in my B&B so much!
Thanks again and I hope we can meet each other again.
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Victoria, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Highly Recommended”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

We spent two nights in B&B Benelli. We can highly recommend the accommodation. The B&B is walking distance to the historic centre. The room is spacious and bright. We appreciated the fresh fruit, chocolates and bottled water left in our room. Even more pleasing was the personal attention we were paid by our host Roberta. She laid out a fabulous breakfast and treated us to homemade dishes. We enjoyed spending time talking with Roberta. One of the reasons we like to stay in bed and breakfast accommodations is because we find our visit is often richer. Roberta gave us much information about the city and great tips on where to eat. Thank you Roberta!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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roberta manganelli, Proprietario at B&B Benelli, responded to this review
13 November 2011
Thanks for you kind review. It was a pleasure to host you. I liked talking with you and learning about the beautiful island where you live.
I know how you love Italy and I’m sure you’ll come again. See you soon!
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Via del Porto 30, 40122 Bologna, Italy
Price range (per night):* S$112 - 152

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