Lo chalet di Giulia - Romantic terrace

Quiet and cosy place

Really liked the neighborhood. There are some great restaurants, cafes, bars, and supermarkets nearby (even a small movie theater). The apartment is well equipped with most things you would need/want during a vacation, making it very convenient and comfortable. Everything was very clean. The kitchen and bathroom were very spacious. You definitely have lots of privacy cause the small downstairs room is completely separate from the upstairs bed/living quarters. The instructions about how to get into the property/access the keys were excellent. The owner was very responsive whenever we had issues (we lost hot water and the internet went out). I absolutely love Bologna and think it's an underrated city that everyone should visit if they have spare time in Italy.

I had messaged the owner to ask about the stairs because my mother is 73 and has mobility issues. He assured me it was totally fine for someone with mobility issues. It was not. My mother had a really tough time going up and down the stairs. He failed to mention the building has high ceilings so there are a lot of stairs to climb. Additionally, on some days, the lights in the building go out after a minute or so (they're on a timer - which I really appreciate for environmental reasons, but isn't great for someone who can't quickly move) which made it very challenging for my mom, who would suddenly find herself halfway up the stairs in the dark. So basically, she could not go up or down the stairs without me after a certain time (so I could turn on the lights again.) All-in-all it was very stressful for my mother to get in and out of the apartment and I wish the owner had been more upfront about this information so that I could have made an informed decision. I just read another review who complained about the same thing and he responded angrily. Dude, you can't respond rudely to reviews - respect people's opinions! There was also an unpleasant smell that came out of the toilet but that is common in European bathrooms.

The location was excellent and we had everything we needed including a nice coffee machine and a great view of the sunset!

There were quite a few stairs to get to the property, which we managed, but I wouldn't like to see an elderly person trying to do it. The second bedroom is again down a set of stairs, not very comfortable. There wasn't a lot of room for our clothes, lots of space in the apartment is taken by empty furniture.

The apartment was very cozy, clean and was equipped with everything we needed. It was located in a calm area within walking distance to the city center (10-15 minutes). We especially enjoyed the terrace, where we had breakfast with a beautiful view. The self-check-in went smooth thanks to the clear instructions.

Our only negative comment is that it was very hot when we arrived at the apartment, and it took a long time to cool it down with the AC. But onwards, the temperature was good.

The host always replied quickly to any questions we had and was very accommodating, letting us have access to the apartment when we arrived in Bologna some 3 hours before the scheduled 3pm check in time, which we were grateful for. The property was in a quiet side street off one of the city's main roads and the apartment was tucked away at the top of the apartment block, which was housed in an historic building and was very quiet, we didn't hear any external noise, which was amazing, bearing in mind its location. The apartment was modern and clean and the big bed was very comfortable. The space was used very well, and the balcony was a bonus. The apartment was about a 20-minute walk to the main attractions, but a grocery store, bars and cafes were in the immediate vicinity and access to a plethera of amenities literally just around the corner. The train station was about a 40-minute walk but can also be reached by regular buses from a nearby location. The people of Bologna were very friendly and the location of the apartment and the city centre felt safe. Bologna itself is a good base for access to other towns and cities for day trips to Verona, Venice, Florence, Milan, or further afield to Pisa, even Rome or Naples are accessible due to a fantastic railway network. We really enjoyed our stay both in Bologna and in the apartment.

It would have been nice to have had a kettle.

Location, room and the small balcony.

No kettle!

Lo chalet di Giulia is very well situated in Bologna’ centre. It is a walking distance to many attractions and the University of Bologna. Other ites are easily accessible by bus. It is about 25 min or so by foot from the train station, which can also be reached easily by buses that pass by every 10 min or so. It is great for day trips to Florence and Venice, for example. It is a very nice and safe residential area and you get the authentic feeling of what it is like to live there. The location allows quiet time to rest but there are lots of cafes and little restaurants and life is buzzing nearby. There is AC, which is a must in Bologna’s hot weather. Nicolo, our host was very helpful and he kindly volunteered to order taxis for us to the airport. He answers questions quickly and is willing to help throughout the stay.

There is no elevator and the place is in the third floor. However, if you like to take the stairs, it is perfectly fine. It was not an issue for me or my friend.