The Best Hotels in Milan

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By Santorini Dave

Our Favorite Hotels in Milan

• 5-star: Four Seasons
• 4-star: Room Mate Giulia
• 3-star: Brera Prestige
• Boutique: Bulgari
• For couples: Palazzo Parigi
• For families: Brera Apartments
• Near train station: Excelsior Gallia

The magnificent Duomo di Milano cathedral. Our favorite hotels near the Duomo (both sit right off the Piazza del Duomo and steps from the Duomo and the grand Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping center) are the Park Hyatt and Room Mate Giulia.

The 19 Best Luxury Hotels in Milan

• Where to Stay in Milan
• Our Map of Milan Hotels
• Our Favorite Milan Hotels for Families

1. Four Seasons Hotel Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 77088
An elegantly modern luxury hotel with rooms set in a 15th-century convent, the Milan Four Seasons seamlessly blends old world charm and new world convenience. Located in the heart of the city’s shopping district, the rooms are spacious and stylishly furnished, with some Premium rooms sporting views of the huge courtyard garden in the center of the complex. The hotel features a wonderful spa with an absolutely exquisite pool area, along with a top-notch lounge and garden restaurant. Suites are available as well; the executive king suite sleeps up to four. Located three blocks from Montenapoleone Metro Station.

2. Grand Hotel et de Milan

Hotel phone: +39 02 723141
Built in 1863, the refined and historic Grand Hotel in Milan is ideally situated near the city’s best shopping district. Roman columns dot the lobby (there’s an authentic piece of Roman-era wall in the hotel’s basement), and the rooms feature period furnishings, parquet floors, and marble bathrooms. The elegant Verdi Suite was the composer’s home for 27 years, writing masterpiece operas that would later be performed at the La Scala theater next door. There’s a formal restaurant along with the more casual (but still exceptional) greenhouse-like Caruso Room, along with a sophisticated bar located in the main lobby. Conveniently located next to Montenapoleone Metro Station.

3. Château Monfort

Hotel phone: +39 02 776761
Milan’s high-end hotels can be a little stuffy, but the Chateau Monfort is anything but. Located a little off the beaten path but still within walking distance of the Duomo, the décor features whimsical fairy-tale themes, with a cotton candy lobby that looks like a Hollywood movie set. Opera-themed rooms and suites patterned after favorites like The Nutcracker and Madame Butterfly feature quirky furnishings, hardwood floors, and generous bathrooms. There’s a better than decent restaurant with a huge library/wine cellar, and the on-site spa has a salt water pool, sauna, and Turkish bath.

4. Mandarin Oriental Milan

Hotel phone: +39 02 8731 8888
Combining Italian design with clean, modern-styled luxury and a subtle Asian influence, the Mandarin excels in impeccable service. Located on a quiet street that is still quite close to the city center and just a block or two from the famous Teatro alla Scala opera house, the hotel is situated within a quartet of beautifully restored 18th century buildings. Guest rooms are quite spacious with huge, marble-finished bathrooms; suites are similarly lavish, and some have private terraces. There’s also an opulent indoor pool/spa, a celebrity-stylist hair salon, and one of the city’s most acclaimed restaurants, Seta, which boasts two Michelin stars.

5. Bulgari Hotel Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 805 8051
Among the very best hotels in the city, boutique or otherwise, Bulgari manages to pull off an unflashy, organic, and intimate opulence. While Bulgari is inextricably linked to the fashion industry, those coming to Milan for other reasons will not feel out of place here thanks to the friendly staff, on-site Michelin-starred dining, and the convenient location in between Brera and the Quad, within easy walking distance to most of the sights. The hotel features Premium and Deluxe rooms that can sleep 4 (and most have views as well), with several Deluxe rooms that can connect to a Junior suite for larger families.

6. Armani Hotel Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 8883 8888
Private and exclusive, the ultra-modern Armani is a true design hotel, located in the stylish Via Montenapoleone fashion district within the city center. Giorgio Armani himself approved every element of the hotel (the building itself is even shaped like an “A”), and the alignment with his chic brand makes for an impeccably classy experience. Rooms are tasteful and spacious, with huge bathrooms that feature Armani toiletries and rainfall showers. Signature suites are set on two levels, with incorporated kitchens. There’s a superb spa with partner saunas, as well as Michelin-starred dining on-site; you’ll find the Emporio Armani store and the celebrated Nobu restaurant just downstairs.

7. Aethos Milan

Hotel phone: +39 02 8941 5901
The Aethos Milan is a bar-restaurant offering rooms with a ‘more is more’ aesthetic: opulent art deco/faded Victoriana/rock-n-roll/shabby-chic/arty/retro-sporty with a dash of mid-century modern and a twist of Oriental glamour. Comfortable, cozy rooms, excellent service, and great food and drinks make for an excellent base to explore the bars, restaurants, independent stores, and markets along Navigli’s canals.

8. Palazzo Parigi Hotel and Grand Spa

Hotel phone: +39 02 625625
Elegant and full of Italian neo-classical touches, this five-star hotel has all the trimmings, with excellent restaurants (one in a private garden), a beautiful indoor pool, and a superb spa. Rooms are quite large, and there are 8 different varieties of suites, some of which have kitchens and private terraces. The largest can be connected with other rooms to accommodate up to 5 guests. Halal food, prayer mat, and compass are provided for Muslim guests, and as a corporate partner of Teatro alla Scala, the hotel often provides special deals for arts patrons. Located in a relatively quiet residential district just north of the Duomo, it’s still within walking distance to all major sites, and a short stroll away from Milan’s lovely public garden (Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli).

9. Park Hyatt Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 8821 1234
The Park Hyatt, located on the edge of the Galleria and Piazza de Duomo, features spacious and elegant accommodations with high ceilings and absolutely huge bathrooms. Two separate in-house restaurants feature food from a Michelin-starred Sicilian chef, and there are two lounges, a gorgeous spa, and a large gym. Four different classes of suite all include private terraces, and can sleep up to 4 guests. Perfect location at the center of everything.

10. Senato Hotel Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 781 236
Senato is a monochrome and art-deco inspired hotel that appeals to serious shoppers: it’s situated moments from the Quadrilatero d’Oro and the flagship stores of the world’s most prestigious fashion brands. The hotel floristry, architecture, wine list, interiors, music, menus, and metalwork have all been curated or crafted by local experts. Bedrooms are minimalist and there’s a tranquil garden.

11. Magna Pars L’Hotel à Parfum

Hotel phone: +39 02 833 8371
Full of wood, windows, and natural light, the sleek and modern all-suite Magna Pars is located in the festive Navigli area, which is also Milan’s design district. This five-star hotel is situated within a converted perfume factory (they still make perfume onsite), and each suite here has its own signature scent. They vary in size; the Executive Family Suite sleeps 4, while the Grand Presidential Suite has a bar and a small private library. Outdoor spaces include an open-air courtyard and rooftop deck. There’s an exceptional on-site restaurant, a gym, and a wellness spa with a Turkish bath. Located a bit outside of the main tourist area, the hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to central Milan.

12. Hotel Principe Di Savoia

Hotel phone: +39 02 62301
Set outside Milan’s bustling core, but conveniently situated thanks to the Repubblica Metro station next door, the Principe di Savoia exudes old-world elegance in the modern Porta Nuova neighborhood. Many of the rooms feature views that show off the lively urban edge of this increasingly contemporary city, with new skyscrapers punctuating the landscape. Guest rooms are decorated in traditional, upscale Italian fashion, with marble bathrooms and hand-painted frescoes. The suites are plush and spacious; the presidential suite has three bedrooms and a private pool. The hotel also features an excellent restaurant, a gorgeous, oval-shaped lounge, a rooftop terrace, an indoor pool, and a spa. Guests can also take advantage of limousine service to the city center.

13. Excelsior Hotel Gallia

Hotel phone: +39 02 67851
Located close to the Centrale metro station, this sleek and modern Italian design hotel has something for everyone. Its 1000 sqm Katara Royal Suite is the largest in Italy, with 4 bedrooms, a private hot tub, and a separate entrance. For the rest of us, there’s an indoor pool and Shiseido spa, a rooftop restaurant, and a virtual golf range. The hotel also features impeccably attentive staff and many cool amenities – like complimentary Maserati car service, for instance.

14. Sina De La Ville

Hotel phone: +39 02 879 1311
Right off the Galleria and close to the Duomo and Milan’s best shopping, the Sina de la Ville is ideally situated, with soundproof rooms to block out the tourist din. The hotel features a rooftop sun terrace with an year-round outdoor plunge pool, as well as an indoor pool and a wellness center with sauna, Turkish bath, and Jacuzzi. Common areas have a club-like feel, and guest rooms feature contemporary or traditional décor (some with fabric-lined walls) with comfortably modern bathrooms. An on-site restaurant provides a la carte dining and breakfast buffets, and a poolside snack bar.

15. Hotel Manzoni

Hotel phone: +39 02 7600 5700
Easy and elegant, this unpretentious 4-star hotel offers impeccable lodging in the heart of the fashion district. The Manzoni has 47 guest rooms featuring parquet floors, marble bathrooms, and LCD TVs, with suites that can sleep up to 3. The common areas are done up in classically ornate Italian fashion, with marble floors and polished wood paneling. There’s also a basic gym, wellness center, courtyard restaurant, and complimentary breakfast served daily.

16. Palazzo Segreti

Hotel phone: +39 02 4952 9250
A chic townhouse, Palazzo Segreti is wedged in between the Duomo and Sforza Castle/Sempione Park. The architect-owners who spearheaded the renovation of the characterful old building transformed the rooms using contemporary stylings and inventive uses of light and dark to give each room its own microclimate. Few facilities, but stylish, comfortable rooms and exceptional staff.

17. Room Mate Giulia

Hotel phone: +39 02 8088 8900
Colorful and modern four-star hotel with an awesome location just steps from the Duomo, and a quick walk to luxury shopping. Its 85 rooms are minimally designed, with crisp lines, a muted jewel-tone palette, and a vintage touch. Most sleep two to three; Standard rooms are cozy but comfortable, Superior and Deluxe tiers add more space – and one features a spacious furnished terrace.

18. The Street Milano Duomo

Hotel phone: +39 02 3676 5691
Fun and funky design hotel in a prime central location. Most of their spacious guest rooms sleep 2, but the 2-bedroom family suites can accommodate 3 guests. Breakfast is served to the room, or in their beautiful glass-covered rooftop terrace. Just around the corner from both the Duomo and the shops at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele.

19. Portrait Milano

Hotel phone: +39 02 3679 95800
Crisp and stylish five-star stunner in the heart of Milan. 73 guestrooms and suites are dressed up with high-end finishes, gleaming Carrara marble bathrooms, and luxury textiles in a contemporary tailored style that’s unmistakable Italian. Some feature views over the hotel’s private garden. Two fantastic dining options are on site, with an exclusive wellness clinic opening in fall 2023.