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10 Best Hostels in Milan

As the fashion capital of Italy, many people consider Milan to be a high-end luxurious destination, but the city also has plenty of cool and pocket-friendly hostels for those traveling on a lower budget.

With many local and foreign young travelers visiting the city, Milan’s hostels go a long way to enable people to visit and explore the city without too much spending.

1. Ostello Bello, Medici

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This attractive hostel offers the best location in Milan one could wish for. Tucked away on a quiet side of the city’s main shopping streets and only a 10-minute walk from Milan Cathedral, it is a dream spot for solo travelers.

The interiors are cool and funky, exuding a fun laid-back vibe, with colorful mismatched furniture, wacky black-and-white murals, and eclectic curios from vintage typewriters to vintage wooden cinema chairs.

Their friendly staffs on call on a 24-hour basis have good insight into activities and events around the city. They offer valuable tips that give you a unique glimpse into life in the city, including trips to markets, food tastings, exhibitions, gallery openings, and the city’s nightlife.

The communal kitchen which is decorated with large reproductions of The Last Supper is stocked with various Italian produce that guests are encouraged to use at no extra charge.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Via Medici, 4, 20123 Milano MI, Italy

PHONE: +39 02 3658 2720

2. Babila Hostel & Bistrot

The elegant and sophisticated Babila Hostel is located in the heart of the Milan fashion quarter, just a short walk from Piazza San Babila.  It fits in the tradition of the most modern European Hostel,  a smart solution for backpackers and dynamic travelers, measured on the needs of both young travelers and families.

The hostel offers 17 comfortable rooms with shared bathrooms but with separate toilets. They are all equipped with air conditioning and free WIFI and some units feature verandas with good views of the city.

Besides the accommodation, the Babila Hostel welcomes everybody to concerts, programs, and cultural happenings in the Bistrot area and offers a delicious variety of food wines, and cocktails.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Via Conservatorio, 2/A, 20122 Milano MI, Italy

 PHONE: +39 02 3658 8491

 3. Combo Milano Hostel

 Combo Milano is perfect for solo and experienced travelers who value convenience. Located in one of the city’s most buzzing neighborhoods, the hostel has a self-check-in service available 24 hours a day.

It consists of 216 rooms, available with 3-4 or 6 beds with a shared bathroom and separate toilets. The rooms are bright and spacious with wooden ceilings that exude tranquillity and cleanliness, while bunk beds, coat racks, and other accessories come in light wood with a Scandinavian feel.

The hostel also offers a breakfast buffet and has a bar, art gallery, and radio station that spins tracks into the evening.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: RIPA DI PORTA TICINESE, 83, 20143 MILANO MI, ITALY

PHONE: +39 02 3668 0930

4. Madama Hostel and Bistrot

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Madama Hostel & Bistrot is a bright and welcoming design hostel. It is a meeting place with an intercultural soul, where Milanese culture and foreign travelers come together. It is a home away from home where the guests are surrounded by beauty in every way.

Located in a former police station, the hostel provides a quirky and inviting atmosphere. It has private rooms with one or two beds, along with mixed-sex dorms and female-only spaces with four or six beds.

All types of foods are available in the hostel’s restaurant, which transforms into a cocktail bar after 6 pm. Visitors looking for the city’s nightlife will have a range of nightclubs to choose from all within a 10-minute walk in the surrounding neighborhood.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIA BENACO, 1, 20139 MILANO MI, ITALY

PHONE: +39 02 3672 7370

5. Mio Hostel, MILANO

 Mio hostel offers one of the best prices in Milan, it is located in a fashion district of Milan and is only a 10-minute walk from Lambrate metro station. It is situated close to various cultural and educational institutions ideal for foreign visiting students.

The hostel offers 55 air-conditioned rooms with shared bathrooms and separate toilets. It also offers beds in dormitories and guests can choose either mixed or female-only dormitories

While a continental breakfast is available, there’s no restaurant on the premises, but there are several restaurants and cafes around the hostel.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIALE DELLE RIMEMBRANZE DI LAMBRATE, 14, 20134 MILANO MI, ITALY

PHONE: +39 02 4539 0990

6. Atmos Luxe Navigli

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For a hostel that’s blissfully simple, comfortable, and friendly, Atmos Luxe Navigli is the place that meets the bill. Located just off the beautiful Naviglio Grande canal and 700 meters from Romolo Metro Station, the hostel is suitable for those looking for a place close to the city center.

All guest rooms are unique and decorated in detail dedicated to various themes and characteristics of Milano and Italy. The furnishings and colors are inspired by the Scala Opera, Lake Como, the Alps, and other Italian heritage.

The hostel also offers colorful dormitory rooms that can accommodate up to six guests with full access to free Wifi. Certain rooms feature a seating area and contemporary décor, each room with an en-suite bathroom.

An Italian breakfast is served daily at an additional cost. For food and drinks, there are several restaurants, cafes, and bars within a few meters radius of the hostel.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIA PRIVATA PAOLO CEZANNE, 1, 20143 MILANO MI, ITALY

 PHONE: +39 329 732 4764

7. New Generation Hostel Urban Brera

Set in a wing of the Franciscan Friars Monastery, this bright hostel is a 3-minute walk from Turati metro station and 2 km from the La Scala theatre. It is also close to the Duomo di Milano, making it a perfect spot for travelers interested in food and high-end shopping.

The hostel offers modern dormitories and private rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Dorms have shared bathrooms and bunk beds, while each unit of private rooms has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and is furnished with a fridge and private lockers with an internal power socket.

It also boasts a 24-hour reception, a 24 hours shop, a TV lounge, a dining area, a common fully equipped kitchen, and coin-operated laundry. Breakfast is available to all guests without extra costs. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIA RENZO BERTONI, 3, 20121 MILANO MI, ITALY

PHONE: +39 02 6556 0201

8. Ostello Bello Grande

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Ostello Bello Grande is one the largest and most popular hostels in Milan, it is a six-story building and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Located only 50 meters from Milan’s central station, the hostel offers a great environment and excellent services.

The hostels consist of single rooms, double rooms, and dorms for four, five, or six people. All rooms and dorms are en suite, and guests get linens, towels, and toiletries free of charge.

One thing that sets Ostello Bello Grande apart from other hostels, is the availability of free food. Every evening a free buffet is served, including hot pasta and a variety of fresh salads and vegetables. There is also a common kitchen that is stocked with pasta, sauces, and other Italian products.

Ostello Bello Grande Room and dorm rates are relatively higher compared to other neighboring hostels, but extras and free food make Ostello Bello Grande a real deal.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIA ROBERTO LEPETIT, 33, 20124 MILANO MI, ITALY

PHONE: +39 02 670 5921

9.  The Queens Hostel

 Located in the heart of Milan city center and 2kms from Milan cathedral, Queens Hostel is set in a vibrant area full of eateries, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and all kinds of amenities the big city has on offer.

The Queen’s hostel comprises 97 private rooms plus several mixed-sex and female-only dormitories. All rooms have an air-conditioning system, free wifi is available, and safe boxes are also provided for the security of personal valuables.

A continental breakfast is served each morning and there is a communal kitchen that guests are free to use at any time of the day. There’s also a 24-hour cafe/bar, a TV lounge pool tables, and a swimming pool for the guest to use at their own preasure.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIALE REGINA MARGHERITA, 9, 20122 MILANO MI, ITALY

 PHONE: +39 02 3656 4959

10. casaBASE Hostel

Locate just 300m from the MUDEC museum and a 7-minute walk from the metro station, casaBASE gives a whole new meaning to the concept of hospitality, a place that makes you feel at home away from home.

casaBASE blends different forms of accommodation, from shared rooms with bunk beds to double rooms complete with en-suite facilities. All this, immersed in the creative, laid-back atmosphere in the middle of Milan city’s bustling activities.

The hostel also offers continental breakfast each morning without extra cost. There are other wonderful amenities like a TV lounge room and an open restaurant/bar. There’s also a central courtyard for events and airy exhibition spaces throughout the building.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: VIA BERGOGNONE, 34, 20144 MILANO MI, ITALY