At first sight, the area seemed a little gritty. But once we walked around, we realized we were in a very good area to find a great place for a breakfast pastry and a morning latte. At night, there was a boisterous beer hall right across the street from the location which was an added bonus!
The hotel staff were phenomenal. So helpful, so personable, I would recommend this hotel and stay here again. Also, Bologna was a wonderful city to visit enroute to Tuscany. We were only here for a night, but it was a wonderful night, indeed.