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Hotel Cristallo
3-star hotel 200 metres from the beach in Lignano Sabbiadoro. Features a panoramic terrace with hot tub, balcony rooms, on-site restaurant, and free WiFi.

Family-run hotel a short walk from the sea in Lignano Sabbiadoro, with a private beach, air-conditioned rooms with balcony and an Italian cuisine restaurant.
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Hotel Bologna is a 3-star hotel in Lignano Sabbiadoro, just 250 metres from the property’s private beach, in a central area a five-minute walk from the heart of this Friulian seaside resort.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and equipped with a balcony or terrace, feature a private bathroom with hairdryer, satellite TV, safe and minibar; some enjoy views over the inner courtyard, and several room types can accommodate families of up to four people thanks to bunk beds or additional sofa beds. The in-house restaurant serves a continental breakfast, also available gluten-free, and classic Italian dishes for lunch and dinner.
The location suits couples particularly well, with a score of 9.3 for this aspect, but also families: nearby you’ll find cycle paths, a tennis court and a children’s play area. Private parking is free, though spaces are limited, and WiFi is free throughout the property.

The rooms at Hotel Bologna share air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer, flat-screen or satellite TV, a safe and a minibar, plus a balcony or terrace that in several cases overlooks the hotel’s inner courtyard. Room sizes range from 14 sqm for the more compact double rooms to 22 sqm for the Superior Triple, the largest in the range.
The selection includes solutions designed for every type of stay: from the essential Double Room to the Comfort and Superior versions with an extra bed, up to the Classic Quadruple Room with bunk bed, ideal for families with children. The Superior Double Room stands out for its sofa bed paired with the double bed, while the Superior Triple is the only one to also offer a tea and coffee service in the room with an electric kettle included.
Entry-level room in the range, with a flexible bed configuration to be communicated at the time of booking. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar; the private bathroom has a hairdryer. It is the only room type that accepts a crib on request.
A variant of the Standard room designed for three people, with the option of an extra single bed paired with the large double bed. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar, and a private bathroom with hairdryer.
At 18 sqm it is larger than the Standard rooms and offers the same combination of a single bed and a large double bed for up to three guests. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar; private bathroom with hairdryer.
The only room type in the range with a single sofa bed paired with the large double bed, designed to accommodate a third guest without sacrificing space. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar, private bathroom with hairdryer.
Designed for families of up to four people, it is the only room with a bunk bed paired with the large double bed. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar, and a private bathroom with hairdryer.
Superior room type for two people with only the large double bed, no additions, in an 18 sqm space larger than the Standard rooms. Air-conditioned, with balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar, private bathroom with hairdryer.
The largest in the property at 22 sqm, it combines a single bed, a queen bed and a sofa bed for up to four guests. The only room with an electric kettle and tea and coffee selection provided, plus balcony, satellite TV, safe and minibar.
Compact double room with a terrace overlooking the inner courtyard, flat-screen cable TV and private bathroom. Compared to the Standard room, here the courtyard view is a fixed feature rather than conditional.
Hotel Bologna offers a private beach, bike rental and a wide range of services also designed for families, such as babysitting service, children’s meals and family rooms. Daily attention is also paid to everyday comfort, with daily housekeeping, ironing and laundry services available on request.
Among the general facilities are a lift, air conditioning in all common areas, heating, key card access and an in-room safe, as well as facilities for guests with disabilities and non-smoking rooms. Parking is private and free, though availability is limited.
On the dining front, the property has an in-house café, a bar offering wine and champagne, and minibars in the rooms. For entertainment there is a common lounge with a TV area and board games, while internet access and free WiFi cover all areas of the hotel.
Hotel Bologna is located in the Sabbiadoro district, the most central and lively part of Lignano Sabbiadoro, a short walk from the seafront and the shopping streets. The area is typical of the seaside resorts of the Upper Adriatic in Friuli, with avenues shaded by pine trees and a dense network of bars, ice cream shops and stores that stay open until late in the evening during the season.
The hotel’s private beach is 250 metres away, while the public beach of Lignano Sabbiadoro is 450 metres away; further out, about 1.7 km, are the beaches of Lignano Pineta. For those arriving by car, the nearest airport is Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari, 28 km away, followed by Venice Marco Polo at about 62 km. Within a few hundred metres there are several restaurants, including Ristorante Bidin at 150 metres, and some bars such as Prosecco Privée Lignano.
In summer the area thrives on beach life, water sports and nightlife, but nearby there are also green alternatives such as the Lignano Pine Forest, about 2.9 km away, and Parco Zoo Punta Verde, 6.3 km away, one of the most visited in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Families with children can also reach the Unicef Adventure Park, 4.3 km away, while photography enthusiasts will find at the Red Lighthouse, 1.4 km away, a distinctive view of the lagoon.
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Reviews praise the staff above all, rated 9.5, and the central location, with 9.2 and an excellent 9.3 among couples. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, while the value for money remains solid at 9.
Yes, Hotel Bologna accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Yes, Hotel Bologna has a private beach about 250 metres from the property, accessible for a fee.
Yes, Hotel Bologna offers free private parking, but spaces are limited and subject to availability.
Yes, breakfast is included at Hotel Bologna and is available in a continental version, also gluten-free.
The minimum age required to check in at Hotel Bologna is 18.
Hotel Bologna is about a 5-minute walk from the centre of Lignano Sabbiadoro, in a location that couples have rated 9.3.
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