A former monastery from 1550 in the heart of Varese, run by the same family for sixty years: bar, local cuisine restaurant and air-conditioned rooms just steps from the historic centre.
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Albergo Bologna is a 3-star hotel in the historic centre of Varese, set in a former medieval monastery from 1550, a few minutes’ walk from the city’s main square.
It has been run by the same family for over sixty years, an element reflected in the well-kept atmosphere and personal attention given to guests. The property has an on-site bar and restaurant, specialising in traditional local cuisine, closed only on Saturday lunchtime.
The rooms, all air-conditioned, feature a flat-screen TV and minibar, and some also have a balcony or city view; available room types include singles, doubles with twin beds and doubles with a double bed, ranging from 15 to 22 m².
The location is one of the most appreciated strengths: good bus connections, historic sites such as the Basilica of San Vittore just steps away, and Varese Nord station 10 minutes on foot, convenient for reaching Milan. It is a particularly popular choice among couples, who have rewarded its location with a very high score.
The rooms at Albergo Bologna occupy the spaces of an ancient convent building and are divided into three main types: singles, doubles with twin beds and doubles with a double bed, ranging from 15 to 22 m². All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and minibar, features designed to guarantee a practical stay for both solo travellers and couples.
Some rooms offer a city view or a bathtub, while the twin-bed doubles stand out for their parquet floors and more complete amenities, which also include a wardrobe and bathroom toiletries set. The variety of sizes available makes the property suitable for both short stays and longer stays, always maintaining a good balance between functionality and essential comfort.
The most compact room in the property, designed for solo travellers. Air-conditioned and equipped with TV and minibar, it offers a city view and is the most affordable room in the hotel at 15 m².
At 22 m², this is one of the largest rooms in the property, designed for couples. It stands out from the others for its bathtub and city view, in addition to the large double bed.
Same size as the Double Room but designed for those who prefer two separate beds. It is recognisable by its parquet floors and more complete bathroom amenities, including bidet, hairdryer and toiletries set.
Albergo Bologna offers guests a bar and an on-site restaurant specialising in traditional local cuisine, closed only on Saturday lunchtime. The property is entirely non-smoking and features a lift, heating, a safe and rooms designed also for guests with disabilities.
Pets are welcome upon request, with no extra charge, and dedicated bowls and baskets are available for them: a detail that makes the property a practical choice for those travelling with their dog or cat. Room service is included among the amenities offered.
Every room is air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and internet connection, while the bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. The combination of essential services and attention to guests makes the property suitable for both business and leisure stays.
Albergo Bologna occupies an ancient monastery from 1550 right in the historic centre of Varese, on Via Broggi, with the entrance on Via Carlo Giuseppe Veratti. The area is the pedestrian heart of the city, lively with bars and restaurants just steps from the door: Würsteria 11 is just 10 metres away, while La Posteria and C Lounge are about 50 metres away.
Getting around is made easy by the city’s good bus connections and proximity to the railway station: Varese Nord is 650 metres away, while Varese station is 750 metres away, both useful for reaching Milan by train. Those arriving by plane can rely on Milan Malpensa Airport, about 19 km away, or Linate, further away at 52 km.
The historic centre offers several points of interest within walking distance: the Basilica of San Vittore with its Bernascone Bell Tower is about 250 metres away, while the Baptistery of San Giovanni Battista is 300 metres away. Villa Mirabello, with its park, can be reached in a few minutes on foot, as can Villa Mylius. For nature lovers, the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park is about 7 km away, an excellent destination for out-of-town excursions, while Lake Varese completes the city’s scenic setting, making it a convenient base both for visiting the centre and for exploring the surrounding area.
Guests especially praise the staff (9.3) and the location (9.4), particularly appreciated by couples. Cleanliness is also very high (9.2). The value for money, although slightly lower, remains solid, confirming an overall very positive assessment.
Albergo Bologna is located at Via Broggi 7, in the historic centre of Varese, with the entrance on Via Carlo Giuseppe Veratti, a few minutes’ walk from the city’s main square.
Yes, Albergo Bologna accepts pets upon request and at no extra charge, also providing dedicated bowls and baskets.
No, Albergo Bologna does not offer breakfast among its amenities.
Albergo Bologna has a parking area with limited spaces, available subject to availability upon arrival.
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Albergo Bologna has an on-site restaurant specialising in traditional local cuisine, closed only on Saturday lunchtime, as well as a bar for guests.
From Albergo Bologna, Varese Nord railway station can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes, offering direct connections to Milan.
