Albergo degli ArtistivsAstrA Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Albergo degli Artisti ranks slightly higher than Astra Hotel. Albergo degli Artisti scores 76 with endorsements from 2 publications such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Albergo degli Artisti
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
Via Vittoria 66, 44100 Ferrara
From $0/night
 "Friendly, very unpretentious option in a modern block in the medieval quarter. Rooms available with or without bathrooms, one with private kitchen. No breakfast, no credit cards." 
 "Ferrara’s best budget option features spotless old-fashioned rooms, free bikes, a small vine-covered terrace and a kitchen... The location is convenient and the owners are ultrahospitable." Full review
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Book ahead for the three rooms with bathroom.
AstrA Hotel
 Lonely Planet
Viale Cavour 55, 44121 Ferrara
From $73/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "Astra can still cut it with the budget-minded thanks to spacious rooms, equally ample bathrooms, voluminous (for Italy) breakfasts, and plenty of downstairs seating space." Full review