Royal Hotel Carlton

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9.2
/10
Exceptional
1,190 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

David

10.0
/ 10
Excellent hotel in a great location, 8 mins walk from the rail station and only 10 mins to the fabulous old town. The hotel is in a traditional style in very good condition and spotlessly clean. The room was quiet, spacious and had great air conditioning- a must in the June 35*C heat of Bologna! We took advantage of the €20 room credit and took evening meal in the restaurant. Both food and service was again excellent. Having only stayed for one night we left our bags with the hotel concierge to further explore Bologna after Check out. I would not hesitate to stay at the Royal Carlton if again in Bologna.

james

10.0
/ 10
Lovely hotel in a good location. close to main rail station and a short walk to Piazza Maggiore. Hotel has a nice bar area and Spoon restaurant serves excellent food. Staff were all pleasant and very helpful. We stayed in the junior suite which was extremely spacious and well presented.

Mathew John

10.0
/ 10
Extravagantly decorated hotel. Our suite was huge and richly furnished.loved staying here past 2 days.
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Via Montebello 8, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, 40121

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at Royal Hotel Carlton is a good choice when you are visiting Bologna. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Via Montebello 8, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, 40121
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General
Near Piazza Maggiore

Location
With a stay at Royal Hotel Carlton, you'll be centrally located in Bologna, a 5-minute drive from Piazza Maggiore and 8 minutes from BolognaFiere. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Stadio Renato Dall'Ara and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Unipol Arena.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Via Indipendenza - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Montagnola Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Bologna Museum of Modern Art - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Piazza VIII Agosto - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Finestrella di Via Piella - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Teatro Testoni Ragazzi - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
San Giorgio in Poggiale Ex Chiesa - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Teatro Auditorium Manzoni - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Culinary Institute of Bologna For Foodies- Cooking Classes In Bologna - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Civic Museum of the Middle Ages - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Cattedrale di San Pietro - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Mercato Delle Erbe - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Bologna Botanical Gardens - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Palazzo Re Enzo - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Fountain of Neptune - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi

The preferred airport for Royal Hotel Carlton is Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi

Facilities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a health club and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, The Spoon, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 236 guestrooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

All facilities in Royal Hotel Carlton

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Things to Do

  • Health club
  • Garden
  • Turkish bath
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Business Facilities

  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Business facilities
  • Conference rooms

General

  • Banquet
  • Parking
  • Terrace

Accessibilty

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible path of travel

Public Facilities

  • Parking
  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Transportation

  • Limo or town car service

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Royal Hotel Carlton

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 14:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Limited Number Of Pets In Room
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General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Royal Hotel Carlton
236
Number of floors in Royal Hotel Carlton
6
Another facilities in Royal Hotel Carlton
Health club, Garden, Turkish bath, Spa, Sauna

Frequently asked questions about Royal Hotel Carlton

What are available facilities at Royal Hotel Carlton?
There are top facilites at Royal Hotel Carlton such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Royal Hotel Carlton?
The standard check-in time at Royal Hotel Carlton is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 12:00
Does Royal Hotel Carlton provide breakfast?
Yes, Royal Hotel Carlton provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Royal Hotel Carlton?
Royal Hotel Carlton has a 4.0-star rating.
How many floors does Royal Hotel Carlton have?
Royal Hotel Carlton has 6.
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Royal Hotel Carlton reviews and ratings

9.2
Exceptional
From 1,190 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Jolanta
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with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was very helpful.
Mark
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The Carlton is a beautiful property inside, with gorgeous decor and artwork. We stayed here on two separate overnight stays in June 2026 and did not really observe the exterior. The staff were all efficient and most were quite friendly. One point to note is that there is no drinking water available in the common areas. If you’re traveling here in the summer and have to wait in line to check in once you arrive (very likely) you might wish you had brought a bottle of water along. They do have a bar on the first floor where you can buy drinks, but it was not always staffed. The rooms are great. Our rooms only had handheld shower heads, so I suspect that’s the norm throughout. They will hold your luggage in storage. We walked to and from the train station with our luggage in tow and found that “doable”. There weren’t any significant slopes, but the terrain is not all smooth. I wouldn’t want to push more than one piece of luggage per person. There are a lot of crowds near the train station pushing luggage. FYI. Know that strikes are common in Italy. All manner of things we all come to take for granted might not be available when you need them. We arranged in advance with the hotel for a private car to take us to the airport on our departure day. It was expensive, but worked perfectly. All in all, we found this to be a really nice place to stay and would happily stay here again.
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Xiaofang
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with Children
2.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We arrived very late, around midnight, and immediately encountered a serious water‑leaking problem in our room. Water was pouring from the closet ceiling and running down onto the carpet — not a small drip, but more like heavy rain for 30 mins. We called the reception, and a technician came to check. He told us the leak was caused by the AC system and instructed us not to use the AC for the entire night. Instead, we were given two fans. We asked for a new room, but the reception told us the hotel was fully booked and that the manager would not be available until 7 AM. However, no one contacted us at all. By 11:30 AM next day, I went to the reception myself, and their attitude was simply, “Yes, that happened, but there’s nothing we can do.” As a result, we had to stay the whole night in a room with water leaking from the ceiling, wet carpet, and no AC, while the temperature was around 80°F (27°C). To make things worse, they told us they couldn’t do anything because we booked through Expedia. This was extremely disappointing. For a hotel of this level, I expected much better service, communication, and responsibility. Expedia, pls contact me for the video and photos.
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David
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent hotel in a great location, 8 mins walk from the rail station and only 10 mins to the fabulous old town. The hotel is in a traditional style in very good condition and spotlessly clean. The room was quiet, spacious and had great air conditioning- a must in the June 35*C heat of Bologna! We took advantage of the €20 room credit and took evening meal in the restaurant. Both food and service was again excellent. Having only stayed for one night we left our bags with the hotel concierge to further explore Bologna after Check out. I would not hesitate to stay at the Royal Carlton if again in Bologna.
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TAIANY
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel and conveniently close to everything
Craig
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice hotel.
james
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely hotel in a good location. close to main rail station and a short walk to Piazza Maggiore. Hotel has a nice bar area and Spoon restaurant serves excellent food. Staff were all pleasant and very helpful. We stayed in the junior suite which was extremely spacious and well presented.
Sheila
icon-with Friends
with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property close to amenities only hiccup was we had a food credit we thought we could use for breakfast buffet o ly to be told after it was only good for the bar and restaurant.
stefan
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

good location, reception staff nor very friendly
Mathew John
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Extravagantly decorated hotel. Our suite was huge and richly furnished.loved staying here past 2 days.
Nidia
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This hotel was a big WOW! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at it. It is beautiful adorned with marble everywhere one looks. The room was spacious and the breakfast outstanding. If you need a place to stay, this is it!
Michael
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Easy walk to center of town. As an American, the only thing I missed was a washcloth. There was a safe and a minibar. One still and one carbonated water was replaced everyday. We would stay here again.
RAMI
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

An excellent hotel close to the center
Kulbir
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was more spacious then we expected. Washroom a great size, not a fan of the glass wall in the shower. A curtain or longer barrier would be preferred as the shower just sprayed in to main area of the washroom, so unessarily wasting a large bath towel on the floor that just got soaked. The restaurant was a great option for dinner, prompt and helpful suggestions. Catered well for gluten and dairy options at dinner. Overall a good option.
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Laura
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Poor service, long wait to check in and check out. Bar service so poor we gave up. Hotel is more focused on the various conferences than guests.
Jordan
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good clean hotel close to the train station. Hotel staff was very accommodating providing a charger for are North American device charges
deeshit
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Angeli at reception was very helpful and knowledgeable
Mary
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was hoping that bottled water would be offered to guests gratis.
Ayanna
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent customer service
Wendy
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Location and clean room.
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9.2
Exceptional
From 1,190 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Traveller Reviews Royal Hotel Carlton

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Top reviews
Jolanta
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was very helpful.
Mark
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The Carlton is a beautiful property inside, with gorgeous decor and artwork. We stayed here on two separate overnight stays in June 2026 and did not really observe the exterior. The staff were all efficient and most were quite friendly. One point to note is that there is no drinking water available in the common areas. If you’re traveling here in the summer and have to wait in line to check in once you arrive (very likely) you might wish you had brought a bottle of water along. They do have a bar on the first floor where you can buy drinks, but it was not always staffed. The rooms are great. Our rooms only had handheld shower heads, so I suspect that’s the norm throughout. They will hold your luggage in storage. We walked to and from the train station with our luggage in tow and found that “doable”. There weren’t any significant slopes, but the terrain is not all smooth. I wouldn’t want to push more than one piece of luggage per person. There are a lot of crowds near the train station pushing luggage. FYI. Know that strikes are common in Italy. All manner of things we all come to take for granted might not be available when you need them. We arranged in advance with the hotel for a private car to take us to the airport on our departure day. It was expensive, but worked perfectly. All in all, we found this to be a really nice place to stay and would happily stay here again.
Read More
Xiaofang
icon-with Children
with Children
2.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We arrived very late, around midnight, and immediately encountered a serious water‑leaking problem in our room. Water was pouring from the closet ceiling and running down onto the carpet — not a small drip, but more like heavy rain for 30 mins. We called the reception, and a technician came to check. He told us the leak was caused by the AC system and instructed us not to use the AC for the entire night. Instead, we were given two fans. We asked for a new room, but the reception told us the hotel was fully booked and that the manager would not be available until 7 AM. However, no one contacted us at all. By 11:30 AM next day, I went to the reception myself, and their attitude was simply, “Yes, that happened, but there’s nothing we can do.” As a result, we had to stay the whole night in a room with water leaking from the ceiling, wet carpet, and no AC, while the temperature was around 80°F (27°C). To make things worse, they told us they couldn’t do anything because we booked through Expedia. This was extremely disappointing. For a hotel of this level, I expected much better service, communication, and responsibility. Expedia, pls contact me for the video and photos.
Read More
David
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent hotel in a great location, 8 mins walk from the rail station and only 10 mins to the fabulous old town. The hotel is in a traditional style in very good condition and spotlessly clean. The room was quiet, spacious and had great air conditioning- a must in the June 35*C heat of Bologna! We took advantage of the €20 room credit and took evening meal in the restaurant. Both food and service was again excellent. Having only stayed for one night we left our bags with the hotel concierge to further explore Bologna after Check out. I would not hesitate to stay at the Royal Carlton if again in Bologna.
Read More
TAIANY
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel and conveniently close to everything
Craig
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice hotel.
james
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely hotel in a good location. close to main rail station and a short walk to Piazza Maggiore. Hotel has a nice bar area and Spoon restaurant serves excellent food. Staff were all pleasant and very helpful. We stayed in the junior suite which was extremely spacious and well presented.
Sheila
icon-with Friends
with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property close to amenities only hiccup was we had a food credit we thought we could use for breakfast buffet o ly to be told after it was only good for the bar and restaurant.
stefan
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

good location, reception staff nor very friendly
Mathew John
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Extravagantly decorated hotel. Our suite was huge and richly furnished.loved staying here past 2 days.
Nidia
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This hotel was a big WOW! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at it. It is beautiful adorned with marble everywhere one looks. The room was spacious and the breakfast outstanding. If you need a place to stay, this is it!
Michael
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Easy walk to center of town. As an American, the only thing I missed was a washcloth. There was a safe and a minibar. One still and one carbonated water was replaced everyday. We would stay here again.
RAMI
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

An excellent hotel close to the center
Kulbir
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was more spacious then we expected. Washroom a great size, not a fan of the glass wall in the shower. A curtain or longer barrier would be preferred as the shower just sprayed in to main area of the washroom, so unessarily wasting a large bath towel on the floor that just got soaked. The restaurant was a great option for dinner, prompt and helpful suggestions. Catered well for gluten and dairy options at dinner. Overall a good option.
Read More
Laura
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Poor service, long wait to check in and check out. Bar service so poor we gave up. Hotel is more focused on the various conferences than guests.
Jordan
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good clean hotel close to the train station. Hotel staff was very accommodating providing a charger for are North American device charges
deeshit
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Angeli at reception was very helpful and knowledgeable
Mary
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was hoping that bottled water would be offered to guests gratis.
Ayanna
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent customer service
Wendy
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Location and clean room.
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