"Property was lovely and modern. You get water glass bottles to refill whenever you want for free, the interior is nice and modern and looks more like a 4 star hotel"
Rebekah from United Kingdom
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"Very spacious room for 3, silent , despite being in the centre. Breakfast was superb and lady serving the breakfast was the most amazing and passionate, smiling and super friendly."
Lubica from Finland
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"Small and charming boutique hotel, The rooms are not big but spacious and clean , Reasonable price for the area ,the hotel staff are charming, especially Sofia, good breakfast."
Nir I from Israel
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Genius Hotel Downtown - A 3-star Milan hotel in the fashion district near Castello Sforzesco
Located in a quiet side street off Via Dante, Genius Hotel Downtown features 38 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, satellite TVs, and WiFi. This family-run Milan hotel sits 492.1 ft from Cairoli and 1640.4 ft from Cadorna Train Station. The property includes a coffee lounge, 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, and dry cleaning services. Guest rooms come equipped with safes, private bathrooms with bidets, and hair dryers. Genius Hotel provides babysitting services, tour booking assistance, and airport transfers via limousine. The location puts guests within walking distance of the Duomo cathedral, Teatro alla Scala, and the Brera district.
Pros
Situated on a quiet side street away from main traffic noise
Professional multilingual staff assists with tickets for concerts and La Scala performances
Full-service front desk operates 24/7
Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits
Cons
WiFi access requires additional fee
9.5 miles distance from Linate Airport
“In my opinion, this hotel's location is its strongest asset, nestled in a quiet street near the Cairoli metro station. It's a family-run establishment where you can walk to the Duomo and major shopping areas, and easily connect to Malpensa Airport. I think this makes it a smart choice for those seeking both convenience and value in Milan.”
Charlotte EvansHead of Editorial at Hotelsdowntown
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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Single Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Triple Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet
3 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
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Double or Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
General
No smoking on site
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink
Dining
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Shower cabin
Media
Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Via Porlezza 4,
Milan,
Italy,
20123,
Lombardy
Map view
Via Porlezza 4,
Milan,
Italy,
20123,
Lombardy
City landmarks
Museum
Duomo di Milano
3100 ft
Landmark
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
2700 ft
Park
Sempione Park
3200 ft
Church
Santa Maria Delle Grazie
3500 ft
Museum
Pinacoteca di Brera
3000 ft
Monument
Arco della Pace
4900 ft
Gallery
Royal Palace of Milan
3500 ft
Theatre
Teatro alla Scala
2200 ft
Landmark
Colonne di San Lorenzo
4300 ft
Square
Piazza del Duomo
3000 ft
Museum
Il Cenacolo
3900 ft
Church
Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
3900 ft
Landmark
Via Monte Napoleone
4200 ft
Landmark
Arena Civica
4000 ft
Museum
Mudec
1.5
mi
Museum
Bagatti Valsecchi Museum
4300 ft
Museum
La Triennale di Milano
3500 ft
Landmark
Terrace on the Duomo
3100 ft
Church
Basilica of San Lorenzo
4300 ft
Landmark
Theater museum La Scala
2300 ft
Gallery
Gallery of Modern Art
1.1
mi
Museum
Museum of the Twentieth Century
3200 ft
Tower
Branca Tower
4000 ft
Cemetery
Monumental Cemetery
1.3
mi
Church
Sacello di San Satiro
2500 ft
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology
5100 ft
Nearby
Museum
Sforzesco Castle
1800 ft
Church
Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
1400 ft
Museum
Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
1000 ft
Via Clerici 5
Palazzo Clerici
1800 ft
Restaurants
Luini
3000 ft
Via Santa Radegonda 16
212 Hamburger & Delicious
400 ft
Via Manfredo Camperio 17
BRAVO Caffe&Bistrot
400 ft
Via Camperio incrocio G. Giulini
La Felicita
900 ft
Via Rovello 3
Meravigli 13
900 ft
Via Meravigli 13
San Tomaso
900 ft
Via San Tomaso 5
Lo voglio
900 ft
Via Rovello 1
La Voglia
900 ft
Via Rovello 1 corner with Via Dante
Trattoria Burla Gio
900 ft
Via Meravigli 18 Di fronte a Via San Giovanni Sul Muro 16
Explore Milan
Explore Milan
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Duomo di Milano
12 minutes' walk
Gothic cathedral with stunning architecture and rooftop views. Free admission on first Sundays of each month.
Sforzesco Castle
7 minutes' walk
Historic castle featuring museums and extensive gardens. Great setting for a leisurely stroll or picnic.
Santa Maria Delle Grazie
13 minutes' walk
UNESCO World Heritage site home to Da Vinci's Last Supper. Guided tours available but book in advance.