Zanhotel Europa, BolognaZanhotel Europa in Bologna, Italy has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 37 of 48 hotels we score in Bologna. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 2.6. Rooms from about $137 a night (cached, not a live quote).Zanhotel Europa is a four-star hotel situated in the centre of Bologna. It occupies a Beaux Arts building located a very short walk from the Bologna Centrale Train Station and the Via Indipendenza shopping area. The property contains 101 rooms featuring classical decor, minibars, satellite TVs, and down comforters. Guests can access a spa, sauna, solarium, and a gym on site. The hotel provides a buffet breakfast and caters to families. While the location is convenient for transport and shopping, the rooms are furnished in a traditional style which may not suit those preferring contemporary aesthetics.What stands out

Near the main train station

On-site spa and sauna

Central shopping location

Includes gym facilities

Watch out for

Traditional room decor

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