Donata's apartment is a real find: stylish and beautifully appointed. It is a light filled place with two spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms have many considerate touches such as good shampoos and conditioners. The kitchen is well appointed and there was milk and orange juice in the fridge as well as coffee and tea. The little terrace was a lovely place to sit and have breakfast.
The apartment is on the edge of the centre of Bologna but still only a ten to fifteen minute walk to Piazza Maggiore and all the major sites and attractions.
I cannot speak highly enough of Donata as a host. She provided us with a great deal of local knowledge, especially regarding local places to eat, as well as a map of Bologna. During our stay Donata was responsive and went out of her way to be helpful, especially with booking our taxi to the train station. She was quick to respond to any communication.
Bologna itself is a lovely city and we enjoyed the history, art and architecture and, of course, the food.
We were only there for three nights and two full days but we particularly enjoyed eating locally at Due Porte and Casa Monica both only a short stroll from the apartment. Further afield is Drogheria della Rosa. Nearby Via del Pratello comes alive with bars from about 4pm, and provided a welcome spritz on the way home from sightseeing.