The flat no. 12 in via Turati is absolutely a great choice from spring to autumn in Bologna! It has two beautiful terraces, and in any time one of them is in sun and the other is in shadow - something you learn to appreciate a lot in Italy. The flat is on 10 minutes walk from the central area the city and 25 minutes walk from the very center - Piazza Maggiore. Furthermore, two bus stops are 50 meters from the entrance gate, in case you need a public transportation (and we did not used it once in a month of staying there). The neighborhood is all you can wish: first of all - it is beautiful, full of nice villas, so that a mere evening walk through streets around the flat is a pleasure for itself; via Saragozza, the open park of villa Spada, Arco Melloncelo, "Renato dall' Arra" football stadium and San Luca cathedral are part of the neighborhood. Coming to practical topics, a very good carrefour shop is 5 minutes from the flat, and a coop supermarket is 800 meters away. The safety of the area should not be underestimated. Our colleagues from University of Bologna, all experienced teachers with long record in Bologna, had only praises for our choice. And the cherry on top - the garage in the center of Bologna is an invaluable asset.
The flat is relatively small, but comfortable, with all amenities working properly. We were particularly happy with the quality of internet and air conditioner. The small living room is more than compensated by the terraces, as one of the is a balcony with a nice view, while the other is really a small garden. Since the flat is on the first floor, the noise of the traffic is sometimes heard, but the traffic is in general not intensive, and it does not disturb sleep or rest. The same also holds for the whole neighborhood, you will sometimes hear them (for example nearby association has some programs on Sundays), but they will not bother your stay. Having a long experience with staying in Bologna, this is as peaceful place as you will get.
Maurizio and the rest of staff are kind and fast to respond, and we are very grateful to them for a nice stay, and we will return to the same place again!