In the heart of Historic Center, Dopa Hostel is a vibrant hub with a free breakfast buffet and arcade games to keep you entertained. Unwind in the library or plan your next adventure at the computer station. Guests love its convenient location near Piazza Maggiore and Land Rover Arena.
Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) - 14 min walk
Bologna Central Station - 15 min walk
Bologna San VItale Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
Elements Bistrot - 3 min walk
ZEM Vegan Bistrot - 2 min walk
Breaking Toast - 2 min walk
Baoneki - 3 min walk
Cantina Bentivoglio - 3 min walk
About this property
Dopa Hostel
Dopa Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Also, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara and Unipol Arena are within a short drive.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Offsite parking within 1640 ft (EUR 11 per day)
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Hosted evening meals each Tuesday and Thursday for a surcharge (reservations required)
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Bike storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Lockers available
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Oven
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Blender
More
Daily housekeeping
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.80 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
Optional extras
Hosted evening meal costs EUR 5
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 11 per day (1640 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Does Dopa Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dopa Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Dopa Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Dopa Hostel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dopa Hostel?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Dopa Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Dopa Hostel also has an arcade.
What's the area around Dopa Hostel like?
Dopa Hostel is a short 13-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore and 4 minutes' walk from University of Bologna.
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Reviews
Dopa Hostel Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent and a nice addition to the stay. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
staff was incredibly kind & courteous. amenities were well-kept!! monday night family dinner was the highlight of my bologna experience -- homecooked meal and welcoming company!!
aimee
aimee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Met my needs for a nearby quiet overnight stay.
Lynley
Lynley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
It was excellent - such a friendly, professional welcome at the check-in desk and clear, compact explanations, clean, heartfully decorated rooms, just perfect… Was a joy to stay there!!
Loredana
Loredana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 8, 2023
Good vibes, good location, good staff, good breakfast.
Niall
Niall, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2023
Friendly staff, great atmosphere.
Ellen Clare
Ellen Clare, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
Good
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 13, 2023
Great hostel with lovely staff!
Had everything you can expect from a hostel. The location was great, and the staff very very friendly!
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2023
I loved staying here. It's in the center of the city so super convenient, the people that work here are very friendly and helpful, all the rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily, and it has a really cozy vibe, like staying in a friend's apartment.
Monica
Monica, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2025
Great staff, very communicative.
Tabitha
Tabitha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
If you are looking for a fast easy Hostel, this is it.
shawn
shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Such a great experience
Such a great find. It was like staying at a friends house in the spare room. Really lovely welcome, a bottle of wine on arrival ! And really attentive. One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in
Lynsey
Lynsey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Loved my stay at Dopa! The staff are excellent and make sure there is lots of opportunities for people to get to know each other and the house dinners were a lovely experience! It is in a great location walkable to everything you need. Thank you for a great stay!
Anna
Anna, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2023
Everything was great! Good service, well kept, and close to city centre. Great for meeting people as well!
Mona
Mona, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2024
Checkin a bit slow but complimentary beer made up for it.
Friendly staff,good local position.
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2024
Great stay. Friendly stuff. Late arrival was handled perfectly. Everything is clean. Breakfast excellent as well. Happy to return!
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2023
Favorite hostel I’ve stayed at! The staff is amazing and it’s so cute :)
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
The staff was pleasant, the kitchen a bit unkept sometimes over night. It was overall average
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5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2023
Very spacious rooms
A very nice hostel with spacious rooms and comfortable beds. Breakfast provided which is excellent. Good location. The only downside is the lack of bathrooms, only three which are often being used. Really need to provide separate toilets from showers.
Lesley
Lesley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Solo travel to Dopa Hostel
Good hostel. Location was about 10-15 minute walk from what would be considered the centre (Piazza Maggiore) and on quite a busy street - not reflected in the noise levels though.
I think having physical, metal keys added to the noise because people were banging them on the door when trying to open it etc. other than that, noise levels were good.
Good bathroom amenities in all 3 spaces.
It was a good place to stay as a solo traveller - it felt safe.
I didn’t have the breakfast but to be included and such a good mix was good.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
Great vibes
Very nice hostel, exceptionally clean. I do like when bathrooms are separate from the rooms. The toilets are very clean and nice water pressure, feels like a home. Staff is very attentive. Only stayed one night, but it was a good experience. Rooms were nice and facilities had a good vibe. Breakfast is simple but nice. The only issue is that they had no parking support, as advertised on the hostel profile. Parked at the train station and walked, which is not close but worked.
Mayara
Mayara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2023
Sad it was just 1 night stay
Had a great stay. Very clean hostel, great location, friendly staff. I liked the beds though the curtains are bit short and don't give privacy. There are 3 shared bathrooms which seem a bit limited for the whole hostel. The toilets are clean and spacious. The kitchen space is clean and has all that is needed, including free tea, coffee and cold watermt eh breakfast is decent but go early as it finishes quickly. I was sad to leave as hostel was fully booked and there was no room to extend
Sabina
Sabina, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 10, 2023
Over all it was alright, the place got a pleasant style and is very clean. Just a few small things, the curtain covering my bed at dormetry was just a bit too small to fully cover it. Electricity disappeared in our room in the morning for a while. Having to pay for a towel didn't feel right either.
monta
monta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2023
I liked the vibe of the hostel. Very wondefully designed and it encourages people to socialize. The bunk beds don't make noise when you move through them. The hostel is clean, the showers and bathrooms are nice, and, staff is helpful, and there are activites scheduled everyday to entertain the travelers! Keep note that while the maps location of the hostel is accurate, there is no sign at all that exposes the hostel's location. Only a small label at the building directory will tell you you are in the right place. The hostel is in the 1st floor (2nd floor for Americans, Italy has a zero floor!)
Daryl
Daryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2026
Per vivere Bologna come un universitario, questa piccola struttura è come un appartamento condiviso gestito con amore e passione dai tenet.
Questa è la seconda volta che veniamo, ma avremmo soggiornato anche altre volte se fosse stato disponibile perché è una bellissima esperienza (e un'ottima struttura!).
Questa volta abbiamo optato per la camera privata con bagno in comune - invece del bagno in camera - ma comunque si trova appena fuori dalla porta della camera, quindi è stato comodissimo.
Come sempre la colazione nella cucina con il lungo tavolo in condivisione è un bellissimo momento per scambiare qualche chiacchiera con gli altri ospiti. Non c'è molta varietà nella colazione, ma è superiore a quello che gli ostelli solitamente offrono, salvo qualche eccezione che ci è capitata nei nostri viaggi.
La posizione è molto centrale, si arriva a piedi dalla stazione dei treni passando per la piazza del mercato del sabato e a pochi passi dal resto del centro della città, in pratica non serve mai prendere i mezzi pubblici se resti in centro!