Hotel Estense

8/10

Excellent

17 Oct 2025

Douglas

Nice property with a few glitches. Our top floor room got sauna-level warm without the heat being turned on because of heating system flaw that required us to keep the windows open. Our door latch handle kept dropping off onto the carpet. Fresh orange juice for breakfast! B-grade breakfast pastries. Self-serve coffee machine! Hard-boiled eggs only.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2025

Nataliia

It was a good stay overall, very conveniently located, spacious room. My room location wasn't ideal - in the evening, the fare in the park outside had loud music until midnight, and in the morning I could hear everything the staff was doing in the staff room/balcony near. My room was 305, so maybe ask for a different one. It was also very cold! Luckily, there were blankets in the wardrobe.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Deborah

The breakfast was fabulous…Fruits, protein, carbs. Well balanced. Delicious

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Jarred

Very friendly staff, plenty of great restaurants within easy walking distance.

It is also within easy walking distance of the train station, but be warned the footpaths are very bumpy and not ideal for wheeled suitcases, nothing to do with the hotel, but something to note.

Very comfy beds, and air conditioning to keep them cool, rooms are definitely dated and a bit rundown but kept very clean & tidy.

Good little breakfast room as well.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2025

Stephanie

The staff were friendly and the room was nice

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2025

Frédéric

Excellent reception and staff. Hotel may have seen better days but it is very clean and enjoyable.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

clare

It was in a good area for what we wanted to see.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2025

Fernando

We liked that it was close to Modena's center and it was very walkable.
The hotel is a little dated but for us wasn't a problem. We enjoyed the breakfast, the beds were comfortable and room/bathroom were very clean. We'll stay here again.

Leisure Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2025

Chris

DO NOT STAY HERE! The hotel is not as advertised. Dated is an understatement! Our bed was dated over 40 years ago! It is in need of major upkeep, especially for how much they are charging for a night's stay. Walls seemed dirty liked something was spilled on them. Bed is HARD, air conditioner barely worked even when maxed out, cracks everywhere, mold in bathroom, sheets are rough and scratchy, smells like cigarette smoke even though advertised as non-smoking. I think I've slept better in a sleeping bag at a campground. As an asthmatic mold, mildew and smoke are things that I cannot live with. Elevator will fit 2 people at a time if you're lucky. Staff is extremely rude and cussed us out in Italian after we raised issues. I know Spanish, and the languages are similar! I've seen other reviews that mention how wonderdul the breakfast is, but only thing wonderful was it had hot coffee. Save your money and just make a day trip to Modena or stay somewhere else. Plenty of options close to old town if you don’t want a traditional hotel room.

Business_and_leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2025

Colin

Ok maybe not 3 star?

Ok and very convenient for city centre.
Breakfast was superb.

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2025

Sue

The bedroom looked old fashioned and could do with minor decorating. The shower was miniscule, but it was clean and comfortable. It was quiet at night and very convenient for visiting the old town. Breakfast was amazing, best hotel breakfast i have had for many years; huge choice of fruit juices and fresh orange juice to make yourself. Good choice of fresh fruit and meat and cheese. Machine coffee wasn’t great and no decaf. However good selection of teas.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2025

James

Traveling man

Older hotel, but great location

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Dec 2024

Nadia

Staff were helpful. Room was sufficiently clean on the surface but needs updating and a deep clean. Good breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2024

MARIA

Excellent choice

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2024

David

Pretty hotel and friendly helpful staff. Easy walk from train station, to square and multiple restaurants. Would definitely stay again!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2024

James

2 nights in central Modena

A very pleasant hotel near the city centre and the station. Very close to the main museums

Room was small but very quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was good with plenty of choices

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2024

Richard

Well managed hotel and within easy reach of the old town, restaurants and bars

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2024

Robert

In town for Ferrari Museum, nice stay, staff is excellent and the breakfast is amazing!!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2024

John

Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Will be staying here again.

4/10

Poor

23 May 2024

Gary

)K, the only thing we really enjoyed at the Estense was the breakfast. When we arrived, we were given rooms on the fourth floor that smelled of smoke. The rugs were very dirty and laundry area doors were left open. We complained and were given new rooms on the lst floor which were much cleaner. Antonio greeted us but seemed to have little interest in making us feel welcome.
The hotels Expedia rating is a 3 but I would give them a 1.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2024

Andre

Great!

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2023

Andrew

A wonderful stay, the breakfasts were fantastic.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2023

Cathy

The staff were very friendly and the location is very close to the old downtown area where you can find the beautiful cathedral and lots of great places to eat. Watch your arrival time - we came in on a train from Rome on a Monday, and after checking in around 2:30, it was difficult to find a place open for a late lunch.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2023

sinead noreen

Very clean and quiet. Excellent breakfast. Easy to walk to historic centre or to train station. Helpful staff.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2023

ROSEMARY

Helpful staff, great location and excellent breakfast.

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Mar 2023

Verified traveler

Comfortable but a bit loud

Stayed 2 nights. Room was clean and comfortable. Very large bathroom - nice surprise for a European hotel. My only issue was being woken up early on a Saturday morning (1:30 am) by a large party going on in a room down the hall. Seemed to go on for at least half an hour, but died down just as I was getting ready to call the front desk to deal with it. Was surprised that the front desk didn't intervene right away - we were staying on the first floor, right above the front desk area. Other than that, would recommend. The breakfast they provide was very good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2022

brian

Staff were very helpful. Property was very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2022

Daniel

Nice hotel fir a visit to Modena. Very clean and completely refurbished.
Shirt walk to all the city sites. Good buffet breakfast.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Aug 2022

Kelley

I had a comfortable stay, aircon in room was strong, really helped as it was pretty hot in Modena during my stay. Breakfast is great. The staff are accommodating and helpful especially the receptionist who checked me out, he was friendly, approachable, accommodating.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2022

Paula

Hotel was clean and was in an excellent location. Staff were friendly and accommodating!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2022

Alistair

We were a little unsure about this hotel based on the photos and some other reviews but this ended up being a great place to stay. The staff were were very helpful and let us store our baggage when we arrived early. The room was spacious and beds were extremely comfortable. The bathroom was also spacious and was very clean. And the location was great - not too far from the train station and a short walk to the restaurants and shops of the city. The included buffet breakfast was delicious too with a wide variety of breads, cheese, cereal, juices, fruit and coffees, all fresh and plentiful. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2022

Gianni

Amazing Value for what you pay.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Feb 2022

Viviana

Cheap hotel near the centre of Modena

Handy hotel close to the city centre. It's cheap, so you basically get what you pay for. It would need maintenance, but it is convenient for a night.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

27 Dec 2021

Alessandro

So so

Kind of old classic Italian hotel. The room had all the essential things needed but a remodeling of the hotel would help to make it a five star experience. A guy was playing loud the electric guitar after dinner. But he stoppwd at 22:30.
Breakfast is definitely above the average and excellent.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

07 Oct 2021

Jason

Well located hotel with sub-average rooms

Plus side: This hotel is conveniently located. The rooms were decently sized. Breakfast was more than adequate. Front desk workers were helpful and friendly.

Minus side: Bathrooms were tiny. The shower was hardly big enough to turn around in. Our room smelled like sewage every time we walked in. And there was a large party in the park outside on Saturday night that went on until 2 am with loud music.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

20 Sep 2021

Florencio

Quaint Hotel with great location, free parking

We used this hotel to be close to city center and the Osteria Francescana we had a reservation at. Nice and friendly staff, limited but enough communication and aplus of having parking on site or on street without having to pay was definitely welcome. Hotel could be seen as a bit outdated but compensates with room size. Overall good accommodation, great location.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2021

Grazyna

Worth less than 50 euro per night with breakfast.

Hotel itself has an old interior and need to invest a bit in new technology, they are still using keys for the rooms and every time you leave you need to leave them at the reception. Further the room was next to the park and at weekend music was too loud. Monday morning at 6 the garbage is being picked up so not good if your room faces the park :(. Airconditioning nor working and open window is a must but with the noise from outside you need to make the choice what you prefer. Staff was very friendly, helpful and they do deserve huge thanks. Overall I would rate the hotel as 2 stars not three as they got stuck in the 70's.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Lovely place

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Great hotel, great location

The breakfast was excellent! The staff is friendly and kind.

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Sep 2020

Rachel

Disappointing. This is a £39 hostel far away in a dodgy area. Basic bathro smelt and I hope I did. Or get fleas. Do not stay here.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2019

BERNARD

It was very good.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

good location, easy to walk all over town and hotel had parking

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

06 Oct 2019

Wusv

Good breakfast. No coffee machine in the room. Minimal storage for clothing. The room was poorly equipped. No access card to enter the room.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Excellent location close to the historic centre. Spacious room and good breakfast. Dreadful coffee! The only bad coffee we have had in Italy!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Nice place to stay, but the rooms are pretty dated.
We were staying in Modena in very hot weather and the old AC couldn't keep up. Our room was way too hot.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2019

Tin

Great location, good breakfast, nice staff. Air cond can be stronger as this summer is 40C outside.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Great experience at hotel Estense

Great stay, very nice staff. Got to visit all car museums (Ferrari, Lamborghini, Panini...)

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2019

Liz

Great location but tired

Great location in the old town. Walking distance to local market and historical sites. Hotel itself is tired and in need of updating. Im sure I read somewhere it had been updated but definitely wasnt our room or the reception, dining room etc. Bed was comfy and the room was clean but it was a warm day when we arrived and we were on the top floor in a tiny room which had been built into the roof. We opened the windows for air and went off to find some dinner. When we returned later in the night we tried to turn on the air con. Unfortunately it didnt work and there was a rave party in the park opposite so leaving the windows open wasnt an option. Needless to say it was a very hot night. After showering in the
morning I found the hairdryer didnt work either and it was one of the ones that are wired into the wall so couldnt swap it. Really annoyed by this time. Free parking out the back of the hotel was welcome but space was tight and there was a grotty area with old plastic garden chairs that was overgrown and dirty. I assume that was supposed to be an alfresco area once upon a time. Nice you g girl on reception when we checked out but overpriced compared to other places we stayed at. Not worth the price!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly and helpful staff. Clean rooms. Good breakfast

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2019

Elliot

Love this hotel

Great breakfast although a bit cramped, make sure you get there early for a seat- I’ve had to do a few grab and go runs. My room looked very basic but it’s very comfortable. Access to premium television is always a plus (especially for a single traveller ;). Opposite the museum and a 5 minute walk to the main piazza and central. Oh and a private courtyard around back for parking.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2019

EVR

The room was, clean and nice view. The center, stores and restaurants were all with in walking distance.

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2018

joseph

Great location, central to all of historic Modena. Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was nice and varied. Room was very clean and comfortable as I was on the second floor. Free wifi was fast. Very impressed with bathroom facilities and toiletries. They gave you free toothbrush, shoe shiner etc...

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2018

Stephen

Good experience although room needs a little updating

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2018

ELVIN

Great place

Amazing hotel. I stay here all the time and I love it

4/10

Poor

29 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Very loud street - close to city center

This hotel was a bit of a disappointment. The pictures on the app don't look like it actually looks like. Positive is the distance to the city center, just a few minutes walk away. Also, free parking is offered. However, the hotel looks old and run-down. Worst was the noise from the street. The windows are not soundproof at all and there is a busy and due to the condition very loud street in front of the hotel. I had my room facing the street... With earplugs sleeping in the small bed was about OK. The room looks a bit outdated and small but was clean and the shower worked properly. So, for one night is was ok, given the proximity to the center but I would chose a different hotel next time as the street noice was really bad.

Friends

4/10

Poor

28 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Not what it says on the tin

The picture on Expedia is of another hotel. This is not a relatively modern one on a major thoroughfare, but an aged one on a busy inner ring road outside the centre of Modena.

The rooms are big enough, but there's no soundproofing between any of them, meaning you not only hear that something is happening in the loo next door -- you also hear exactly what they are doing.

The cleaning staff start their rounds at eight, again behind paper-thin walls, and are not afraid to exchange the previous day's gossip very loudly. Mind you, they won't wake you up because you won't have been able to get any sleep on their stone-hard rubber pillows.

The hotel -- if that's what you want to call this establishment -- is close to the Palazzo dei Musei, but that's about the only positive thing there is to say about it.

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2018

Paul

We really liked the breakfast. The rooms were ok but beds were not so comfortable. The woman at the front desk was really nice and helpful.

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2018

Leonardo

Great city with great food

I enjoyed my stay at this hotel, the staff was willing to make my stay as pleasant as possible, I would definitely recommend it, two thumbs up !

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2018

Charles

Make sure to get a working A/C

The room needs remodeling. Windows block out noise from outdoors weel. However, you will hear your neighbors. Lovely staff.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2018

Erik

\"Value Hotel\"

Front desk staff are courteous and efficient. Hotel is a bit \"tired\" and needs some form of refurbishing. Free parking available, so that's a plus - considering you're in Italy. Nonetheless, good value considering it is just about 500m from the historic center.

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2018

Giora

An OK Hotel.

It was OK. A little bit \"tired\" hotel. Rooms too small and the bathroom crowded.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2018

Verified traveler

Small hotel with nice location

Clean room and helpful service. Only 10 minutes walk to train station and 10 mins to town centre

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2018

Leonore

Great hotel.

Modena is a lovely town and this hotel is very well located.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2018

carlo

Overall very good location and great breakfast .. would stay there again

4/10

Poor

22 Mar 2018

Scar

Not good for the price

The rooms are cleaned every day but they're still very scruffy. The beds are so uncomfortable that I couldn't sleep. However the location is good and the staff are very pleasant. This would be fine if it were a cheap hotel but it's about £75 per night - if I'd been paying £30 I would have expected this level of scruffiness, but not at £75.

6/10

Pleasant

16 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Total lack of charm

The hotel totally lacks charm - not my room, nor the lounge downstairs. My small (twin bed) single reminded me of a nun’s small space (although I have no idea really). Furniture, linens and bedspread were all old and outdated. There was no art, etc., on the walls. Not only was the safe not attached to the closet shelf, but the shelf itself was not attached and was hanging at a tilt. Positives: good WiFi, good room lighting, less than 1/2 mile from main historic attractions, 3 minutes walk from bus station & 0.7 mi to train station. The breakfast was the best part. Pleasant room, lots of meats, some eggs, lots of fresh fruit and pastries and a well used self serve coffee (cappuccino, etc) machine. Fresh (self) squeezed orange juice. Cereal and yogurt. Busy, helpful and pleasant staff. If I were to return to Modena I would look for other lodging.

Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

A good place to stay in Modena

This is a nice 3* hotel very close to the centre of Modena. The check-in process went smoothly, the check-our process as well, even though the staff could be more polite.
The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom consisted of two spaces, the second space with the sink, toilet and bidet was extremely cold. The floor wasn't just cold, it was freezing compared to the space with the shower.
There was a good selection available for breakfast. I especially liked the fresh orange juice machine.

8/10

Excellent

02 Dec 2017

Sharon

A good choice in Modena

Initially we were given one of the worst rooms in the hotel. After a sleepless night next to the elevator shaft and a relentlessly humming transformer, they were very nice about changing rooms and the rest of our stay(3 nights) was great. Very well located to walk in the centro, a free parking lot, and very easy access to day trips outside of town. The breakfast was excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2017

Marse

Needing a place to stay in Modena, Italy?!

The hotel staff is awesome, and the provided breakfast totally makes staying here worthwhile.

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2017

Matthew

Nice small hotel. Great location and rates are very reasonable. The staff are very helpful too.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Nice hotel, good location, near to train station, near to novipark

8/10

Excellent

12 Sep 2017

Peadar

Visit to Ferrari's 70th

Hotel did all that was required of it. We had a good room bed was a little hard. Breakfast was good

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2017

Tom

Great location downtown Modena.
Very good Italian breakfast.

No english TV.

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jun 2017

Brian

Not what I expected

The room was very small, however, this it to be expected in the older parts of cities. The bathroom had been remodeled and was nice. The bed was poor. Thin hard mattress. Pillow was very thin and of little support. There was a bad musty smell in the room.

Family

4/10

Poor

11 Apr 2017

Kelly

No No No

Our room was dated and the AC did not work. It was a warm day so we asked the receptionist how to turn on the AC, as advertised in its online listing as an amenity. He replied bluntly that it isn't usually this hot and that this is the way it is... wth?! We had to keep the windows closed overnight because bugs were getting in and there was a lot of road noise from the main street. The shower was small with stains/mold around the trims (grossssss). It is ~10 min walk to the city center and this hotel's only redeeming factor is that it has a decent breakfast.

Will not stay again and will not recommend to anyone.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

Convenient hotel

Good internet and good access to the city
Parking available near by

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2016

Verified traveler

Great time in Modena

We actually arrived a day early. The staff were very helpful getting us sorted with rooms for this additional night. Staff were great with recommendations and directions. A great location for a visit to Modena - a wonderful place to visit!

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2016

Verified traveler

Great location near the old city. Easy to get around

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2016

Charlene

Great little hotel

just a great, comfortable hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

8/10

Excellent

05 Nov 2015

Will

We are a family who stayed one night.

The hotel is in a good location, a 10 min walk to the centre of Medina. We parked on site and did not have to use the car again. Everything was comfortable including a bar. The breakfast was splendid. The staff spoke English.

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2015

Karen

Glad we tried it.

Free parking and a really nice breakfast! The front desk people were really nice and helpful.

Partner

4/10

Poor

12 Oct 2015

Not Provided

It was a terrible experience. We never had a bad experience like this before. The guy at the front desk was s really angry gut to begin with. When we asked if there is a porter to help us with the luggage, he told us \" this is only a 3 star hotel. We don't have a porter. What do you expect\" we were surprised to his reaction. Then when we entered the room, it smelled like a bad sweat. We had to bring an airfreshener and spray in order to sleep. We couldn't wait to get out of there. Unfortunately we arrived late so we couldn't even find another hotel. I will never go back there again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Nov 2014

hubbly bubbly

Ideal accommodation

Booked a single room - bathroom nearly as big! Room temperature a problem and a nit noisy if facing the street. Between-room insulation poor. Breakfast good, bed comfortable and staff uniformly helpful.

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2014

Verified traveler

Great location for Modena

Lovely hotel very close to the centre of Modena - allows walking to all major attractions, shops and restaurants. Lovely staff and a excellent breakfast. Rooms are very clean, though beds could do with sprucing up. Would stay here again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Oct 2013

Verified traveler

over priced for quality

Room had a musty smell, front desk staff was competent but not overtly friendly (no greeting when we walked in or out), toilet seat cracked, bidet soap bottle was half empty.

8/10

Excellent

18 Aug 2013

Iain

Great base to see Modena

Hotel was well modernised. Good facilities. Excellent breakfast - one of the best. Location ideal, if not glamorous. Brilliant open-air market adjacent on Monday mornings.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2013

Christopher P

A nice no frills place

I spent exactly one night at Hotel Estense. It was quiet, clean, air conditioned and restful. If you're travelling with your wife or girlfriend, it might not impress her, but if you want a good night sleep, wifi and a good breakfast with no fuss and no attitude, here you go.

8/10

Excellent

06 Aug 2012

Business Guy

Nice!

A nice compromise between price and location. Rooms are a little on the small side, but just fine.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2012

Lindsay

Hotel Estense - highly recommended

Had business in Modena and Bologna and found Hotel Estense a perfect base.
Room was to the rear of the hotel and was ideal - comfortable, clean and quiet.
Staff were helpful and thoroughly professional.

Will happily stay at Hotel Estense on any return visit to the region.

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

RAMON

Buena ubicación y estacionamiento

Business

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2026

francesca

Personale cortese, camera spaziosa, buona colazione, parcheggio interno e ottima posizione per andare a piedi in centro città.

Leisure Partner