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About the Hotel
Via Baluardi, 9,
Ferrara,
Italy,
Emilia-Romagna
Hotel San Paolo is a 3-star establishment located in the historic center of Ferrara. It is conveniently situated near cultural highlights like the Cathedral Museum and Estense Castle. The hotel offers modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi and proximity to public transportation.
Location
The hotel is located 1 miles from Ferrara's Railway Station and 3 miles from the A13 motorway, facilitating access to Bologna and Padua. Notable attractions like Palazzo Schifanoia and the Cathedral are within 0.5 miles. The hotel is near the ancient city walls, enhancing the cultural experience.
Rooms
The hotel features 27 guest accommodations accessible via exterior corridors. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom complete with complimentary toiletries. Various room types, including single, triple, and quadruple options, feature tile/marble floors and views.
Eat & Drink
A coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge are available at Hotel San Paolo for guests' convenience. Visitors can enjoy coffee/tea in a common area, ensuring a relaxing atmosphere. The hotel's dining offerings cater to a variety of tastes.
Leisure & Business
Hotel San Paolo includes leisure and business facilities, with 323 square feet of meeting space available. Guests can utilize concierge services, free in-room Wi-Fi, and access to a garden for a balanced stay. Outdoor activities such as mountain biking are also promoted in the vicinity.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Budget-Friendly Parking
“I found convenient parking just across the hotel. Paying only 3 euros for 24 hours was a fantastic deal!” view full review
Impeccably Clean
“The bathroom was spotless every day, and I really appreciated the regular supply of fresh towels.” view full review
Crisp Linens
“The room was pristine, and having clean sheets changed for the last two nights made my stay even more comfortable.” view full review
Artistic Touch
“The interesting paintings and art around the hotel added a unique charm to the atmosphere, making it feel special.” view full review
General
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Dining
Bar/ Lounge area
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Via Baluardi, 9,
Ferrara,
Italy,
Emilia-Romagna
Map view
Via Baluardi, 9,
Ferrara,
Italy,
Emilia-Romagna
City landmarks
Castle
Este Castle
2900 ft
Museums
Diamanti Palace
4300 ft
Largo Castello 1
Castello Estense
2900 ft
Via Scandiana 23
Palazzo Schifanoia
3500 ft
Via Girolamo Savonarola 30
Museum of Casa Romei
2800 ft
Corso Porta Reno 20
Torre dell' Orologio
3800 ft
Museums
Galleries of Modern and Contemporary Art
4100 ft
Garden
Monastero di Sant'Antonio in Polesine
3000 ft
Corso della Giovecca 170
Palazzina di Marfisa d'Este
4100 ft
Via XX settembre
National Archeological Museum of Ferrara
3300 ft
Via Capo delle Volte Via Coperta
Via delle Volte
2200 ft
Piazza XXIV Maggio
Acquedotto di Ferrara
3500 ft
Church
San Francesco
2000 ft
Museums
Civic Museum of Natural History of Ferrara
3100 ft
Corso della Giovecca
corso della Giovecca
2200 ft
Church
Chiesa di Santa Maria in Vado
2600 ft
Church
Chiesa di San Carlo
2300 ft
Church
San Domenico
2300 ft
Nearby
Church
Cathedral of Ferrara
1400 ft
Centro Storico Ferrara
1600 ft
Via San Romano 1
Cathedrals Museum
1400 ft
Museums
National Museum of Italian Judaism and the Shoah
1700 ft
Piazza Savonarola
Statua di Girolamo Savonarola
1900 ft
Via Benedetto Cairoli 32
Palazzo Trotti-Costabili
1800 ft
Ghetto Ebraico di Ferrara
900 ft
Church
Chiesa di San Giuliano
2000 ft
Church
Chiesa di Santa Maria del Suffragio
600 ft
Via San Romano
Via San Romano
800 ft
Church
Chiostro di San Paolo
900 ft
Square
Piazza del Municipio
1500 ft
Restaurants
Gelateria Baluardi
100 ft
Via Dei Baluardi 17
Clandestino Birra Cibo e Vino
600 ft
Via Ragno 35/37
Yun Lai
400 ft
Via San Romano 135
XI Comandamento
500 ft
Via Carlo Mayr 57
Giuseppe
500 ft
Via Carlo Mayr 71
Cappelli
900 ft
Via Ripagrande 4
Trattoria Marina
400 ft
Via Spronello 21
LUX Bar
500 ft
Via Carlo Mayr 65
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
60%
liked the hotel and would stay again
6.0/10
Guest rating
Rooms
6.0
Location
9.1
Service
5.8
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
6.0/10
based on 10 reviews
6.7
6.7/10based on 711 reviews
Don
United States of America,
September
2024
6.4/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the location is fantastic, just a short walk from the old town, and the rooms were generally clean and comfortable. However, I encountered some issues with the service, and the dining options felt a bit lacking for the price. Overall, it’s a decent choice, but there’s room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, but there were some construction issues with dust and cinder blocks nearby.
Service
6.0
The staff was nice and helpful, but I had some trouble as they initially wanted to give us a much worse room than the one shown in the pictures.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, just about 5 minutes from the old city center and close to many attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was quite basic; it was sufficient but felt a bit average considering the price.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities seemed modest, and there wasn’t much to write home about, but they served their purpose.
Jeffrey
United States of America,
August
2024
5.4/10
The hotel boasts a fantastic location just three minutes from the old city, making it a great value for visiting Ferrara. However, the rooms are quite dark and not very spacious, and the service left something to be desired as I had issues with the room assigned to me. Overall, it's convenient but not the most comfortable stay.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms are dark and not very spacious, which was a bit disappointing.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking, as I was offered a much worse room than the one I had seen in the picture, and the noise from the corridors was distracting.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, very close to the city center and all the important attractions in Ferrara.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were quite basic, and the crowded bar outside made it less enjoyable.
Facilities
5.0
Unfortunately, there weren't many facilities to speak of, which added to the overall basic feel of the hotel.
Michael
United States of America,
July
2024
6.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a bit mixed. The location was fantastic, super close to the city center and all the main attractions. The staff was quite helpful, but I did feel a bit uneasy about the room we were first offered. The dining experience was not the best due to having to eat outside despite the weather conditions. Overall, for the price, it was a decent choice, but the outdated rooms could use some serious renovation.
Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was quite large but totally outdated and in need of renovation. It felt very basic and wasn't very spacious, which was disappointing.
Service
6.0
The service was helpful, though at first, I was concerned because they wanted to give us a much worse room than what we had pictured. I had to use earplugs at night due to noises in the corridors.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was great! It was just a five-minute walk from the old city center and very close to restaurants and shops, making it a fantastic value for money deal while visiting Ferrara.
Dining
5.0
Dining was a bit of a challenge as we had to eat outside, which was crowded and uncomfortable due to the wet and cold weather. However, the choice of food was excellent, catering to everyone's tastes.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were basic; the hotel didn't offer much in terms of amenities, but it got the job done for a short stay.
Joe
United States of America,
July
2024
7.6/10
The hotel has a great location, being just a short walk from the old city center and near all the key attractions in Ferrara. The rooms surprised me with their spaciousness and cleanliness, making for a comfortable stay. While the dining options were basic, they were adequate for the price. The service was friendly but could be improved, especially regarding noise from the corridors. Overall, it offers good value for money, but there are a few areas that could use some enhancement.
Rooms
8.0
The room was surprisingly spacious, clean, and comfortable, far nicer than what I expected from the exterior.
Service
7.0
The staff was helpful and friendly, but I did have some issues with noise from the corridors, which was quite unsettling at times.
Location
10.0
The location is fantastic, being just a five-minute walk from the old city center and surrounded by restaurants and shops.
Dining
6.0
The dining setup was quite minimalistic and had to be taken outside, which was uncomfortable in the cold. However, the food choice was decent for the price.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were basic; nothing extravagant, but it met my needs during my stay.
Chester
United States of America,
July
2024
6.6/10
I had a stay at this hotel that had its ups and downs. The location is fantastic, just inside the walls of the old town and close to the city center, which made exploring Ferrara super easy. The rooms were quite large but unfortunately outdated and lacking modern touches. The service was friendly but I found myself using earplugs to block out noise from the corridors. Overall, I think the hotel offers great value for money given its prime location, but improvements in the room conditions would make it even better.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were large but felt quite outdated, lacking the charm of modern amenities.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and tried to help, but I did have to use earplugs due to noise.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, just inside the walls of the old town and very close to the city center.
Dining
5.0
Dining was pretty basic, and while it was adequate for the price, it was not particularly impressive.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic facilities, nothing luxurious or extravagant, but it served its purpose.
William
United States of America,
June
2024
6.4/10
I had a decent stay at the hotel, which is located just a short walk from the old city. The rooms are quite spacious and offer good value for the price, though not without some construction dust. The service was passable, but the staff had limited English skills. The dining area next door was minimalistic, and while I appreciated the convenience, the breakfast setup wasn't ideal given the weather.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were larger than most places I've been, but they came with the ongoing construction dust and an industrial feel due to the plastic coverings.
Service
6.0
The service was okay, but I found it challenging to communicate since the staff didn't speak much English.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, just three minutes from the old city, making it a great value for visiting Ferrara.
Dining
5.0
Dining was basic and had to be done outside, which wasn't the most pleasant experience given the cold and wet weather.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities felt a bit lacking since the overall design was quite minimal and not very inviting.
John
United States of America,
April
2024
7.0/10
I had a decent stay at the hotel, which offered a good location just a short walk away from the old city center, making it easy to explore Ferrara. The rooms were clean and spacious, though they felt a bit basic and dark. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout my visit, which made a difference. However, I did find the dining options lacking, and you could hear quite a bit of noise from the corridors, which was a bit of a downside.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and spacious, but they did feel quite basic and dark.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, always willing to assist where possible.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a 5-minute walk from the old city center and close to important attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were quite limited, and I was not impressed with the breakfast.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic, but everything was well-maintained, though there wasn't much to boast about.
Frances
United States of America,
April
2024
5.8/10
The hotel is in a great location, close to the center of Ferrara and a short walk from the train station, which makes it a solid choice for exploring the area. The rooms are spacious but sadly quite outdated, so they could use some renovation. Service was a bit lacking at times, and the dining experience was basic but adequate for the price. Overall, it's good value for money, but improvements are needed in a few areas.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were spacious but in need of a full renovation and felt a bit noisy.
Service
6.0
Service was a bit inconsistent and I felt like we were initially offered a lesser room than promised.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, making it easy to explore the center of Ferrara and being conveniently close to the train station.
Dining
5.0
Dining was very basic; the options were average but sufficient for the price, although I had to eat outside despite the cold weather.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were lacking in modern amenities; it could use some upgrades.
Roger
United States of America,
April
2024
5.4/10
I had mixed feelings about my stay. The hotel is well-located, just a short walk from the old city center, which made exploring Ferrara easy. While the room's cleanliness was decent, it didn't quite match my expectations from the photos online. I found the staff a bit unfriendly, and the dining experience left much to be desired, as we had to eat outdoors in the cold. On a positive note, the rate was affordable considering the central location.
Rooms
5.0
The room was clean to some extent, but it had an industrial feel with concrete dust around, which was not what I expected from the pictures shown online.
Service
5.0
Service was not great; the staff seemed unfriendly, and it was noisy at times with people talking in the corridors.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just about 3 minutes from the old city center and close to all important attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was modest, but it was too cold to eat outside comfortably, and the food wasn't very good overall.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic and did not stand out, but the price was quite affordable.
Bob
United States of America,
April
2024
6.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the historic city center, and I appreciated the value for money. However, the rooms felt outdated and were not as clean as I had hoped. The service could also use some improvement, as it wasn't very friendly. Overall, it's a decent choice for budget travelers, but it comes with its flaws.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were quite large but definitely outdated. While they were clean, I was disappointed by the industrial look featuring plastic coverings and concrete dust.
Service
5.0
The service wasn't as friendly as I expected. I could hear quite a lot of noise from the corridors, which made my stay a bit uncomfortable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, just about five minutes from the old city center, making it easy to explore Ferrara. It’s quiet yet so close to the action.
Dining
6.0
I found the dining experience to be quite adequate, although it felt minimalistic. There was a decent choice of food, but it was crowded and might feel a bit cramped.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic, with nothing particularly standout, but they fulfilled the necessities during my stay.