Located in one of the liveliest and most central areas of the city, the residence allows its guests to visit the historic center of Bologna and all the main attractions: the main square and its monuments, the old market area, the university and via Indipendenza, the large and lively commercial avenue of the city. The Mercanzia apartment is a three-room apartment of 48 square meters consisting of two bedrooms: one double and one twin, a large living room with single sofa bed, fully equipped kitchenette including dishwasher and microwave oven and bathroom with shower. Among our services we offer final cleaning, all utilities (water, electricity and gas), Wi-Fi internet connection, satellite TV, independent heating/air conditioning depending on the season.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Bologna
Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Archaeological Museum and Teatro Auditorium Manzoni are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bologna Botanical Gardens and Naval Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara or Unipol Arena.
Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Basilica of San Petronio - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
Cà dell'Orbo Station - 13 min drive
Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 19 min walk
Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Bottega Portici - 2 Torri - 1 min walk
Terzi Caffè - 2 min walk
Pizza Gingio - 1 min walk
Eataly - 2 min walk
Bar Pasticceria Impero - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Mercanzia apartment. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mercanzia apartment.?
As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercanzia apartment. on 17 July 2026 start from NZ$562, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Mercanzia apartment.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mercanzia apartment.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mercanzia apartment. located?
Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Via Zamboni and Piazza Maggiore. Two Towers and Mercato di Mezzo o Quadrilatero are just steps away. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 19 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 20 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Check in was super easy and smooth. Nice Keyless entry made check in easy and simple. Location is superb, centrally located right in the center of town. Apartment was clean and had all the amenities you can ask for. As a family of four we had a very comfortable stay. Everything was superb.
Perfect location - right in the heart of the historic center. Great apartment. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen was very helpful to have. WiFi very solid. Easy to access the apartment. Would definitely stay again.
Thaddeus G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Located in a very centralised part of historic Bologna, the apartment was perfect for our 5 night stay in the city. Very clean, quiet and the small kitchen & sitting area was ideal!
Highly recommended!
Perfect location. Lovely apartment. Clean and well maintained. Very spacious for a historic neighborhood. Host was communicative and helpful. 100% would stay here again.
Tim H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to know you enjoyed the apartment, its location, and our hospitality. It would be a real pleasure to welcome you back whenever your travels bring you to Bologna again.
Bologna Residences Team
Dear Spencer,
Thank you for have taken the time to share your feedback about your experience. We're delighted to read you enjoyed our location as well as your stay! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Bologna.
Kind regards, Francesca
We really enjoyed our stay in Bologna and at Residence Petronio. The location was just perfect, centrally located in the historic district , just a few steps from Piazza Maggiore and the 2 towers. The apartment had everything we needed for our family of 4.
Highly recommend this place.
The apartment was great, very clean and bright. It was really centrally located which made it perfect for exploring Bologna. The hosts were really attentive and shared a lot of information and recommendations.
Laura W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa C.
23 April 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
While this property was extremely clean, it was not as pictured in the VRBO photos. I selected this apartment based on the interior design, with the fresh green themed interior providing major appeal to me. It turns out that the apartment was a completely different color scheme - reddish with off white, which was not appealing and made the apartment appear more dark and dreary than the online photos. I likely would never have selected in if i saw photos of the actual apartment. Some of the furniture was different than the VRBO listing photos, which also made the apartment not as attractive - primarily in the living room; there was a different couch, dining table and book case. the rental agency said that the apartment had recently been remodeled, and the paint job did appear fresh, but we also noticed that the fridge was missing its front panel which really downgraded the quality of the kitchen area. Given that this was not a cheap rental, I would not have expected to these disapointments. Despite all this, the rental agency had excellent communications and did allow an early check in.
Lisa C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2026
Dear Lisa,
thank you for your detailed feedback and for your kind words about our communication and early check-in — we truly appreciate it.
We would like to clarify that the apartments at Residence Petronio have been very recently renovated, with the aim of improving both their aesthetics and overall functionality. The photos online have been updated only recently, and we are sorry if this caused any confusion or if the new style did not meet your personal expectations.
Regarding the fridge panel, it is currently missing due to a delay from our supplier, and it will be installed very shortly.
We are sorry that some aspects of the apartment did not fully meet your expectations, and we thank you for your feedback, which is always valuable for us.
Kind regards,
Bologna Residences Team
Love the apartment and the location but bring ear plugs for the weekends.
I would stay here again
Susan C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
14 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was fantastic. I dont think it was the one in the pictures i originally saw but there are a few in the building. Location is amazing, right in the centre. The windows keep a lot of noise out but be prepared for some noise at night particularly at the weekend. Beds were very comfortable. We would stay again and would recommend.
The apartment has the feel of a hotel suite with a kitchenette. Everything was clean, the contactless check-in was easy, and the location is truly unbeatable for walking around Bologna. It was the perfect situation for our family (2 adults, 2 kids).
We had a great stay, the apartment was clean, fantastic location next to the towers! Everything you need for your stay. Laundry room was right in the building, so convenient!
Elevator up, busy location but almost completely sound proof! Only drawback was that due to construction on the towers, taxis and cars are not allowed for close pick up and drop off. The host will let you know all details you need :)
We were very pleased with our stay at Petronio Residence. The apartment is not fancy, but it is totally adequate. The location can’t be beat. It’s a bit noisy, but it quieted down to allow good sleeping. The windows are remarkably soundproof! Definitely recommend if you want to be in the center of the action in Bologna.
Claire R.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you Claire, we hope to see you again in Bologna.
Have a nice weekend, Francesca
Apartment is in an excellent position. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The washing machine is downstairs but was readily available.
Note if you're catching a taxi tot he apartment they need to drop you just around the corner as they aren't supposed to stop in the street.
This apartment is the best for location! We were able to walk everywhere of interest in Bologna. It is just a block away from the bus stop, for easy access to the train station. Cleanliness overall was excellent. On weekends, via Rizzoli is closed to traffic and we were able to enjoy the bustle of cafes, and the street musicians from the comfort of the well-appinted kitchen. The kitchen had everything needed to have a nice meal at "home". The couple minor misses were: the unit smelled of smoke when we arrived. It wasn't a big deal as it cooled down a day or two later to the point where we were able to open the windows and air it out. The dryer in the shared laundry room took a long time to dry our clothes (we have recently stayed in Venice and Colmar with washer/dryers, so we were able to compare with other European appliances to make sure we were not applying American expectations). Finally, one of the windows in the living room doesn't completely seal shut so the window closes but the street noise comes through. The window in the bedroom facing via Rizzoli has no problems, and I was able to sleep well with the bedroom door closed to block out living room window noise. All in all,a great value and wonderful location in Bologna, with some of the best food nearby that we have ever eaten!
Great location … easy to maneuver around Bologna from this apartment. The apartment had everything you would need and also use of the washer dryer was a big help. The slippers were a nice touch as well.
Confortable et bien situé, cet appartement permet de visiter Bologne à pieds. Si on vient en voiture, on doit garer la voiture à 10 minutes de l'appartement situé en ZTL mais ensuite on a le loisir de tout visiter à pieds.
christelle F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Francesca
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English, Italian
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