Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna

What Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna does

Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna is a 4-star, single-property hotel operated by GILU SB S.R.L., located in the Bologna Fiere / Meraville Business Park corridor approximately 5 km from Bologna's historic center. Founded in 2009 with 17 employees, the property offers 139 soundproofed rooms across three categories (Standard, Superior, Junior Suite), five modular meeting rooms accommodating up to 130 participants, a 5th-floor panoramic Technogym, complimentary shuttle service to Bologna Fiere, five 22 kW EV charging stations, and the on-site Bistrot Iacobucci restaurant led by Michelin-starred chef Agostino Iacobucci. The hotel achieved Net-Zero emissions status in 2024, generates renewable energy via photovoltaic systems, and earned Ecosmart certification in 2025 following the installation of electric heat pumps in January 2025; residual emissions are offset via certified carbon credits supporting the Blue Valley project in the Venice Lagoon.

The business model is anchored in exhibition-driven demand, with dedicated event packages and bespoke rates for more than 20 major Bologna Fiere trade fairs (Cersaie, EIMA International, Autopromotec, Zoomark, SAIE, etc.) and a corporate conventions program for repeat business accounts. Pricing is highly variable, with peak trade fair rates reaching €180 per person/night (Cersaie) versus €42 baseline (Horeca Professional Expo), and room rates are quoted per person on double occupancy. Distribution is multi-channel: direct booking via the hotel's own website (Blastness booking engine), four GDS systems (Amadeus, Sabre, Worldspan, Apollo-Galileo) for travel agent and corporate visibility, and tailored B2B sales for the corporate/conventions segment. Ancillary revenue is generated from F&B, meeting/banqueting, parking (including EV charging), laundry, and a digital Press Reader subscription. The customer base is split primarily between business travelers attending trade fairs and corporate events, with a secondary leisure traveler segment drawn to Bologna's cultural attractions via multilingual content marketing.

From a strategic positioning standpoint, the hotel's competitive differentiation rests on three pillars: a defensible physical location between the exhibition center and a major business park, a Michelin-quality F&B offering atypical for a property of this scale, and an early-mover Net-Zero sustainability credential that resonates with corporate ESG procurement and environmentally conscious leisure travelers. The business is privately held with no external funding, no parent company, and no public listing. The legal entity's €10,000 registered capital and concentrated operational footprint indicate a closely-held, owner-managed enterprise rather than a platform-scale asset.

Name

Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna

Legal name

GILU SB S.R.L.

Website

https://hotelcosmopolitanbologna.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna is a 4-star, 139-room exhibition-focused hotel in Bologna, Italy, operated by GILU SB S.R.L., serving business travelers attending Bologna Fiere trade fairs and corporate event clients with on-site Michelin-starred dining, meeting facilities, and Net-Zero sustainability credentials.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hotel Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban & Downtown Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate Conference Center Hotels (THAGALAF), Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH)

Keywords

• Hotel accommodations
• Meeting room rentals
• Trade fair hospitality
• Corporate hotel services
• Sustainable hotel operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Bologna

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Room Accommodations: Primary revenue from 139 hotel rooms across three categories (Standard, Superior, Junior Suite) with nightly rates varying by season, room type, and event periods. Revenue is generated through direct website bookings, GDS systems, and walk-in guests.
2. Food & Beverage: Bistrot Iacobucci restaurant generates revenue from hotel guests and external diners, including breakfast service (included in room rate), à la carte dining, and event catering for meetings and banquets.
3. Meeting & Event Spaces: Revenue from renting 5 multifunctional meeting rooms and convention center (up to 130 participants) for corporate events, conferences, and business meetings. Includes banqueting services for coffee breaks, lunches, and aperitifs.
4. Ancillary Services: Additional revenue from parking, electric vehicle charging (22kW Wallbox), laundry services, room service, and press reader subscriptions. Shuttle service to Bologna Fiere is provided complimentary.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna is a 4-star hotel operating 139 soundproofed rooms across three categories (Standard, Superior, Junior Suite), complemented by an on-site restaurant managed by Michelin-starred chef Agostino Iacobucci, five modular meeting rooms accommodating up to 130 participants, and a comprehensive Net-Zero emissions sustainability program. The hotel primarily serves business travelers attending Bologna Fiere trade fairs and corporate clients, with secondary leisure tourism demand.

Product overview

Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna is a 4-star hotel (operated by GILU SB S.R.L.) with 139 rooms across three categories — Standard, Superior, and Junior Suite — offering both leisure and business accommodations. The hotel operates a single-property, service-oriented model with a portfolio of core offerings (rooms, restaurant, meeting/convention centre) supplemented by an extensive range of add-on services including a panoramic Technogym, shuttle service to Bologna Fiere, electric vehicle charging, and a digital Press Reader. The property has adopted a comprehensive Net-Zero emissions sustainability program (monitored via the ViVACE platform), with dedicated event packages tied to Bologna Fiere trade fairs and tailored corporate convention rates. All bookings are managed through the hotel's own website and reservation system, with no public API or partner-facing integration layer described.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bistrot Iacobucci: Restaurant inside Hotel Cosmopolitan managed by Michelin-starred chef Agostino Iacobucci, serving Emilian cuisine with seasonal ingredients

Products and services

• Hotel Rooms (Standard, Superior, Junior Suite) 139 elegant, fully soundproofed rooms across three categories: Standard (memory foam mattress, large shower box, accommodates two persons), Superior (king size bed or twin beds, whirlpool bathtub or double shower for two, 23m²), and Junior Suite (living room with glass desk, two double beds, clamshell whirlpool bath, 35m²). All rooms include LCD TV with Sky, minibar, safe, fiber optic Wi-Fi, and soundproofed construction.
• Bistrot Iacobucci Restaurant On-site restaurant managed by Michelin-starred chef Agostino Iacobucci, serving Emilian cuisine with seasonal ingredients accessible to both hotel guests and external visitors. Provides à la carte dining, breakfast service, and event catering for meetings and banquets.
• Meeting Rooms and Convention Centre Five multifunctional meeting rooms including Europe Room (120m², 130 max participants), Rome Room (80m², 70 max), Sydney + New York Room (48m², 35 max), Tokyo + Madrid Room (70m²), and a convention centre. All spaces are modular, acoustically certified, soundproofed, and equipped with fiber optic Wi-Fi and modern conference technology, with banqueting services available.
• Corporate Conventions Program Tailored special rates and dedicated inquiry process for Italian and international companies needing periodic stays in Bologna. Positions the hotel as a reliable and quality accommodation provider for business travelers with personalized quote requests and dedicated corporate contact channels.
• Event and Fair Packages Specialized accommodation packages tied to Bologna Fiere trade fairs including Cersaie, EIMA International, E-TECH EUROPE, Asphaltica World, Be Trend, Time on Show, iMEAT, Horeca Professional Expo, Zoomark, Autopromotec, and others. Packages include shuttle service to the exhibition centre, free parking, and preferential rates (e.g., Cersaie from €180/person/day, EIMA from €133/person/day).
• Day Use Stays Day-use room packages allowing guests to use hotel rooms during daytime hours outside standard overnight stays.

Quantifiable outcome

• Net-Zero carbon emissions achieved as of 2024, ahead of 2027 target
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bologna FierecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership positioning the hotel as preferred accommodation for Bologna Fiere trade fair attendees. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to/from the exhibition center during major events including Cersaie, EIMA International, Autopromotec, and numerous other trade shows throughout the year.
• Agostino Iacobucci (Michelin-Starred Chef)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBistrot Iacobucci restaurant operated by Michelin-starred chef Agostino Iacobucci, providing on-site dining services featuring Emilian cuisine with seasonal ingredients and international appeal. The restaurant is highlighted as a key differentiator for the hotel's F&B offerings.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hotel-cosmopolitan-bologna

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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