Milan often is not included into ‘the classical vacation package’ of top 5 must-see Italian cities. Besides, the city is rather far from popular Venice, Tuscany or Rome with sights, famous worldwide. However, the capital of Lombardy region is more then just a city placed between the Alps and river Po. Milan is very stylish and colorful. No surprisingly, as one of the world’s fashion centers, Milan is home to famous designer flagship stores as Versace, Prada,Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci and Milan-born Giorgio Armani, located in the Golden Quad or Quadrilatero d'Oro, located on the north of Duomo Cathedral and Museo del Duomo, the spiritual heart of the city, standing on Piazza del Duomo.

Historic treasures that survived WWII's extensive damage include its elaborate cathedral, Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper, La Scala opera house and Visconti’s fortress Castello Sforzesco.

Milan accommodation is well-known for luxury and excellent service. Hotels in Milan are suitable both for those, who are coming on various exhibitions or fashion venues, and for tourists, coming to observe the city sights. During the busy shopping periods, fashion weeks, furniture fairs or other popular events, it’s highly recommended to book hotels in advance. Also, note that many hotels during such busy periods have higher room rates.

As for the accommodation styles, the city lodgings range from the cheap discounted Milan hotels to expensive and luxurious palaces. The hotel rates can be divided into several categories. Milan Hostels, cost average from €30 for private room and from €20 in shared per person. Midrange hotels in Milan will cost up to €150 per double room and top-end Milan hotels will cost over €400 per night. Note that rates are higher in peak seasons.

As for location aren’t exactly in the Duomo area, but still are very convenient if hostels are close to the metro or bus stop. Here are recommended hostels near the train station. Hostel Central Station is located right beside the Stazione Centrale and it’s easy to get to the center. Shared or private rooms are clean, plus some of them have private baths. Linens and towels are included in the price. Further down the rail is Sweet Hostel with air-conditioned rooms and Wi-Fi. Linens, towels, breakfast are included in the price. Among other hostels you may also look at Ciao Bella Milan, situated very close to central station. Hostel’s building is placed in a very beautiful private garden with terrace and BBQ area. Breakfast and linen is included in the price. Also, you may check HI hostel Piero Rotta, near the San Siro Stadium.

Here are a few of the midrange hotels in Milan that you might want to consider for your trip. In this category, you may look at, for example, Hotel Florida placed near main train station, offering 53 rooms and 2 suites with private bathrooms, free Wi-fi and breakfast, satellite TVs and air-conditioning. If you want to live in a small 14-room tranquil and elegant hotel, book a room inAntica Locanda dei Mercanti. Milan’s modern and first ecological Hotel Ariston with purified air in hotel rooms, herbal tea, organic break fast, natural mattresses and a free bicycle at the door is another good option to stay in.

Top End Milan hotels are represented by elegant Grand Hotel Duomo with splendid Duomo cathedral views from luxury rooms. A real jewel, Bulgari hotel with calming décor and peaceful gardens, is located on a private road behind Quadrilatero d'Oro fashion district. Hotel has excellent gym and SPA with lap pool.