Madama Hostel & Bistrot

This is primarily and for the most part a bistrot and not much of a traditional hostel where you are with fellow travellers. First night there were so many outsiders that there was no table for the guest living in. No breakfast buffet. Made to order breakfast is meagre and not suitable for everyone. There is no elevator and you have to carry your luggage on the stairs. It is fine for Italian travelers I guess but overall a huge disappointment. The room was big and clean. But I would never come here again or recommend it to anyone.

I was waylaid by pouring rain in Milan on a cycling trip. I showed up at Madama hostel in low spirits looking like a drowned rat. I half expected them to turn me away. Instead the hostess (who I think was the owner) made some joke about offering me a glass of water but it looked like I had had enough! I was welcomed in and shown every courtesy. The staff was amazing, free coffee, strong wifi, rooms were clean. The other guests were very interesting and engaging. I left after two days when the weather cleared, my bike tuned up, and my spirits renewed! Thanks Madama Hostel staff :)

I enjoyed my stay at Madama! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I stayed in an all girls dorm. The beds were comfortable enough. I wish the bathroom had a fan, after a shower the whole room would be humid. Also, it seems there was no air flow in the room unless the window was open. I would definitely say this is a hostel for younger people. If you dont mind the music downstairs, the extremely thin walls (you can hear people talking in the next room and opening the drawers under the bed), then you should be fine. I didnt use the community kitchen but it was clean when i went in. Metro is near by and an Aldi if you need anything.

We booked a Luggage Storage at the Hostel. The Process was easy and fast. The employees were all very nice. Also they let us use their Shower for a little bit of money, even though we hadn't booked a room. That was very kind.

The place is so artsy and nice. The staff were absolutely fantastic. They were so helpful and friendly. Happy to be a guest there. We felt literally like home. The bed was so comfortable as well. There was only some sound coming from the radiators and that was a bit too loud especially at night.

I stayed at Madama for 2 nights. Their food menu is really affordable and delicious. Free breakfast was very nice! They have very cold water on tap for free for hostel guests, anytime you need it. Their recommendations for what to do around Milan are really helpful, especially if you’re on a strict budget and need some cheaper things to do. Every staff member was accommodating and helpful, often while assisting with both the hostel and cafe/bar parts of the business. When I had to leave for thevtrain station before the metro was available to take me there, they helped me book a taxi, pre packed a breakfast for me, and assisted with checkout really nicely. I had a great stay at this place, and I hope you do too.

Lovely place with a cool staff. You eat / drink very good and meet people easily. Even a safe place for your bike. I recommend +++

(Long) Walking distance to the centre. Nice staff. Rooms and halls quiet but outside there’s a kids’ playground or stadium which can be quite noisy during the day time. Clean rooms. Dog friendly.

Super close to Porta Romana station (the Trennord one, the Lodi Tibb metro...) and their Cafe is right at a street corner overlooking busy activity going on outside. The employees seem nice, and I stopped by for a cappuccino before work. It was only €1.30---insane!! The cafe is spacious, and I think because it is a hostel the seating encourages open table interactions. Of course it was only me and three others at 7am. I was content with my coffee and then heading to work right after.

As a hostel this is a 5 all day with one major caveat which I'll get to later. I ideally like to walk everywhere but it wasn't possible for Milan as the hostels close to Central were more expensive then I was willing to pay. Madama Hostel splits the difference. It's a few minutes walk from the train station. The same train line that goes Duomo and the central train station. Milans trains are great. Fast, easy to understand, accurate train signalling and cheap(1.5 €). The hostel itself is large, clean, well equipped, and the most inclusive hostel I've stayed at yet. Breakfast, and dinner are free with your stay. Breakfast covered the basics but dinner had several small items that were tasty enough. I believe locals come here regularly just for the food and bar. Hotel guests get a discount on those as well. The rooms had one large locker, assigned to each guest with a hostel lock on it. The key they provide you. Otherwise under the beds is another large locker for supplementary storage. One bathroom per guest room with community bathrooms strewn about. The only downside with this hostel is noise. It is loud with club music that goes till late. They provide free ear plugs to compensate but if you are bothered by noise this place is not for you. Just passing through the bistrot to get to your room during the afternoon I found a boisterous crowded entrance area. I travelled in the off season and had an entire 6 person room to myself. I can only imagine how bad the noise and crowds could get during the prime season.

It's not five star service but it's cute and homey. You can talk and relax to have a good time with friends. ALSO THE PESTO PASTA (10/28/2017) WAS AMAZING!!!!

This is my second time at the Madama... The place is really nice, well designed, clean, very close to the metro and the city center. Bedrooms are very spacious and the bed is comfortable. There s a bathroom in each room. Breakfast and buffet dinner are included in the price. It's a nice place to meet people. Staff is always friendly..