We stayed at hotel del Borgo when visiting Ducati factory and museum. This hotel is literally a stones throw away, ideally placed! The staff are amazing Allessandro (manager) friendly and accommodating. As is the way with Italy, rooms are just as you need them.
Bologna is a simple 20 minute bus ride on one direct (no.23) €2 /person (each direction) whilst we were here. Bus stops at terminus in Bologna, when returning get off at “Ducati” stop. Recommend the restaurant Trattoria Della Salute highly! Whilst the google pics and exterior do nothing for it, the prices are what locals pay and the food is of the quality locals demand, whereas restaurant next door to hotel is arty farty and expensive!
Breakfast in hotel is more than adequate, typically continental, always fresh meats, eggs, fresh bread and with croissants too. Nice coffee fresh made. Stayed in many hotels top/bottom of market and very much feel hotel del Borgo ticks our boxes.