Paulina B.
Yelp
I consider myself very lucky to have stayed here during Salone del Mobile.
The hotel has very contemporary and cosmopolitan design- the only complaint is that you can see the same concept anywhere in the world in the slightly upscale and modern places in big metropolitan cities. It may be comforting to some, to us, as hotel designers and guests, we were lacking more energy, meaningful art and local context.
I really enjoyed coming back to the hotel to happy hour when the lobby area by the bar had some trays with complimentary little appetizer bits and bartenders could mix you up a really good cocktail. Cudos to bartenders- I saw them at work, and they do amazing job. I saw some classic cocktail they prepared with care for other patrons and I was truly impressed by their craft. They were not those trendy ones, but the classic ones, that are butchered and overlooked in other places. My favorite has become campari spritz with proesecco and candied grapfruit served in a wine glass with a straw.
We were also truly impressed by breakfast buffet. You really could get your money's worth for 14 Euros: eggs, hot meats, cold meats, salmon, cheeses, yogurts, fruits, pickles, wonderful fresh breads and pastries, juices and coffee. All in huge variety and excellent quality.
As far as rooms go, we were really pleased again. The rooms were on the small side, but very nicely designed, to the very last inch, with closet and all kinds of storage. All lighting was wired by the wall switches and here comes the only complaint- the lamps very plentiful and thoughtful, but it was hard to remember which switch powers them off, so we ended up clicking on different switches blindly until desired lamp went off. Perhaps a little legend for guests would be helpful?
Overall I would really look forward to staying here again when in Milano- the location is short cab ride away from the Duomo area, or short walk to the metro station to get to other places.