Bologna’s most ancient hotel, Grand Hotel Majestic “Già Baglioni” is in an 18th-century palazzo originally built for Pope Benedict XIV. It heralds a divine stay, with Renaissance frescoes and a 23-arch portico befitting this City of Porticoes. Each of the 106 rooms is adorned with lavish Italian decor through the centuries, Murano chandeliers, and antiques. Dine on the city’s finest Bolognese cuisine at I Carracci Restaurant, and enjoy a winetasting experience at Enoteca Morandi or a cocktail at Café Marinetti. In the afternoon, relax in the health and wellness area or enjoy the jasmine-scented air on one of the hotel’s terraces.