Where to Stay in Milan

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Milan is a major business and fashion hub in Italy, meaning hotel prices can spike dramatically during Fashion Week or the Salone del Mobile design fair. Fortunately, the city features an excellent Metro system and a comprehensive network of historic trams.

For first-time visitors and luxury travelers, the Centro Storico (Historic Center) around the Duomo is the ultimate location. You will pay a premium, but you will be staying in elegant five-star hotels within walking distance of the main sights and high-end shopping streets like Via Montenapoleone.

If you seek a more romantic, artistic, and boutique vibe, the Brera district is spectacular. Known as the design quarter, its cobblestone streets are filled with upscale art galleries, fortune tellers, and chic cafes, offering a quieter, sophisticated atmosphere.

For nightlife and a younger crowd, the Navigli canal district is perfect, offering great mid-range hotels and an unbeatable evening atmosphere. Business travelers often prefer the modern skyscrapers and sleek luxury hotels around Porta Nuova and Corso Como.