We took the wrong exit out of the Central train station and followed google map direction which showed the wrong location of the apartment. We rang Nicolò to let him know we were going to be about 15 minutes late. When we arrived he was waiting for us outside the building and allowed us to check-in early. He showed us around the apartment and was helpful in giving us direction to the supermarket and the city centre. He also left a folder of places to visit, eat and drink.
The apartment is bright and clean and spacious for the two of us. The building is situated along the main road and we felt secure as it has a locked main gate with lift access. Location was handy for us, close to Piazza Maggiore (less than 10 minutes walk) and the Central train station (15 minutes' walk). Next to the apartment is the covered market with fresh fish, cheese, Parma ham, salami and meat stalls, restaurants, cafes and bars.
We recommend going to the tourist information office to buy a 48hrs Bologna Welcome Card costing 20 euro per person. This includes a walking tour which starts at 4.45 pm and free entry to a list of museums and discounts for other places. Our tour guide Ersi, who was very good, showed us some interesting places in the historic centre.
We enjoyed our three nights' stay in Nicolò's apartment and recommend it as a great base for visiting Bologna.