Residences recommended by SAIS
SAN VITALE
Located on Via del Carpentiere, in a quiet residential area close to the university sports district (home to ISEF courses) and a shopping centre, San Vitale student residence is also conveniently near the Faculty of Agriculture, the S. Orsola hospital, and the “ex Stazione Veneta” university canteen.
The residence is made up of fully furnished apartments of different sizes, all designed to be modern and functional. Each apartment includes two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living area, and a kitchen, with some also featuring a private terrace. All accommodations come with Wi-Fi and a dedicated internet connection.
Students also have access to a range of shared facilities, including a large study room, a multipurpose space, a common lounge area, and a laundry room with dryers. Parking is available, along with secure storage for bikes and scooters.
Via Del Carpentiere, 52
40138 Bologna
SAN DONATO
San Donato student residence is located on Via San Donato, just a 10-minute bus ride from the heart of the university district.
The residence offers fully furnished apartments of different sizes, with two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living area, and a kitchen. All apartments come with internet access and air conditioning.
Students can also enjoy shared spaces designed for both studying and relaxing.
Via San Donato 175/4
40127 Bologna
WE BOLOGNA
CARRACCI RESIDENCE
Located on Via dè Carracci, this residence is just steps away from Bologna’s central train station.
It offers fully furnished studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, suitable for both short and long stays. All units come with secure entry doors, independent heating, air conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
A range of services is included, such as concierge, mail handling, weekly cleaning, linen change and laundry, as well as access to bicycles and on-site video surveillance.Utilities (water, electricity, heating, and air conditioning) are all included in the price. Guests also benefit from a 10% discount at the nearby RistoBar “La Bottega.”
Via de' Carracci 33
40129 Bologna
RTMLIVING
Rtmliving is a network of modern residences designed for university students and young professionals.
The rtmliving Bologna residence is located in the Borgo Panigale area, close to the airport and the ring road (exit no. 2). It offers a wide range of services tailored to off-site students, including common lounges, a gym, and reliable high-speed Wi-Fi. The property features 240 fully independent studio apartments, each furnished and equipped with a kitchenette, private bathroom, TV, and telephone.
Since October 2018, Rtmliving has also introduced a second residence: rtmliving Bologna Mover. This facility offers 152 beds across a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments.
All units are fully furnished and include a kitchenette and private bathroom, designed to suit different student needs.
rtmliving Bologna
240 studio apartments available
Via Pietro Miliani, 7/3 40132 Bologna
rtmliving Bologna Mover152 beds
Divided into one-room, two-room and three-room apartments
Via Mario Fantin 15, 40131 Bologna
THE SOCIAL HUB BOLOGNA
Located in the Bolognina district, close to the train station, The Social Hub (formerly The Student Hotel) is a modern student residence within easy reach of Bologna’s main university campuses.
Here, everything is designed to help you settle in and make the most of your experience. You’ll find fully furnished single and double rooms with private bathrooms, along with a wide range of shared facilities such as a communal kitchen, gym, pool, and free bicycles.
There’s also a packed year-round events programme, creating plenty of opportunities to meet people and feel part of a vibrant international community.
Just bring your suitcase—everything else is taken care of.
The Social Hub Bologna
Via Aristotele Fioravanti, 27
40129 Bologna
Er.Go for international students
Er.Go is the regional agency for the right to higher education in Emilia-Romagna, providing services for students and recent graduates from universities and higher education institutions in art and music across the region.
Its services are also available to international students and graduates on mobility programmes, as well as researchers and university professors from both Italian and international institutions.
Among its services, ER.GO provides scholarships, tuition fee reductions, and access to student housing.
To access these benefits, you’ll need to submit an online application, either independently or through a partner office Click here the application guide.
For more information please contact Er.Go International Desk.
In addition, Er.Go also offers the housing stock exchange. These are short-term accommodation options that can be booked online. For language support during your housing search, you can contact the Er.Go International Desk or SAIS Staff.