In Potsdamer Platz, conveniently located in the Mitte and a ten min walk to most of Berlin’s attractions and handy subway stations, yet still quite close to the vibrant Ku’damm region. Hotel Mandala is a designer hotel with contemporary décor, a cool atmosphere and efficient staff. There is the relaxing Ono Spa on the top floor and the modern Qiu bar and restaurant, where breakfast… Read more »
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You probably cannot get any closer to the Duomo, 54 steps or a one-minute walk (yes, we counted it). The Straf is also near the Scala and Quadrilatero della Moda (between a three to six minute walk, counted as well!). Design, design, design. If you want a cool contemporary boutique hotel with an ultra-modern clean industrial design feel, this is probably a good choice. The… Read more »
Rosa Grand Milano is located in city center, this luxurious contemporary property is one block away from the Duomo and walking distance to most of the city’s attractions, including fashion Quadrilatero della Moda and the business area. We enjoyed our stay at this hotel, we had the same great experience at the the Splendid in Venice and the Inghilterra in Rome, all owned by the… Read more »
A quirky boutique hotel in Navigli, the Aethos is recommended for those who want to stay in this bohemian part of town. A short ten-minute drive will take you downtown, where most of the city’s attractions, commerce and financial centers are. The unusual décor includes travel trunks, old boxes, sports trophies in a super stylish atmosphere that seems somehow British and a little hipster as… Read more »
With the Duomo around the corner and very close to most of downtown´s attractions, walking distance to Brera, Quadrilatero and La Scala. Room Mate Giulia has a charming designer lobby, with a retro feel and unique décor, giving the property its own personality. The ambiance is pleasant with furnishings in pastel colors, luxurious sofas, modern carpets, posters and wooden details decoratively placed. Unlike most hotels,… Read more »
A top-notch boutique hotel a stone’s throw from the Duomo and the Scala, and 5 min walk to the chic shopping area that the Milanese call Quadrilatero della Moda. Sina The Gray is very stylish with dark floors, white walls, bright curtains, and vivid colors in furnishing like the sofa and an intriguing hanging chair in the lobby (we never saw someone actually sitting on… Read more »
The Il Duca is located on Piazza della Repubblica, midway between the city center, where you will find the Duomo and Milano Centrale. It is an ideal location for guests wanting the convenience of being near the station yet still close enough to the city’s attractions (a ten-minute taxi ride can take you either way). We liked the proximity to Indro Montanelli Gardens (used to… Read more »
In the coolest area of town, Tortona, the Magna Pars has been recently renovated to offer guests greater comfort. Creativity, innovation and design define the building’s architecture, which harmoniously matches the neighborhood´s. A modern large rectangular glass exterior houses a trendy setting with ethnical details over a white backdrop, design sofas and chairs arranged along antique wooden pharmacy furniture. A lovely inner garden brings life… Read more »
A very attentive staff welcomes you to the small chic black and white lobby of this design hotel. The hotel’s name pays homage to the a nobleman and Albanian greatest national hero who bought the palace in the 15th century. Palazzo Scanderbeg has a modern living room by reception and a quaint breakfast room, providing for a comfortable and stylish stay in town. It is… Read more »
You simply cannot get any closer to the old part of town, Colosseum included. The impression you have is that if you open your bedroom windows and stretch out your arms you will touch the Forum. The Nerva is quintessentially boutique: everything in this charming 19-room property is small, cozy and welcoming. Yet, the Nerva is not small when it comes to attention to detail… Read more »
