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Bologna combines the welcoming cosiness of porticoed pavements and colourful food markets with the impressive grandeur of historic towers and majestic palazzi within a compact medieval heart. And, as befits Italy s foodie capital, there s an abundance of traditional trattorias and historic wine bars throughout. With most of the major sights and foodie hotspots clustered around Piazza Maggiore, the Two Towers and the university (Europe s oldest), opting for a hotel in the centre means you ll have it all on your doorstep. Here s our pick of the best hotels in Bologna city centre.