Excelsior Hotel Gallia, Milan
Expert reviews
“Most signs of the landmark property’s sophisticated pedigree have been replaced by state-of-the-art luxuries, but one original feature that was preserved is the beautiful seven-story central staircase that now encircles a mesmerizing cascade of Murano-glass pendant lamps.”
“Renovated in 2015, with a nod to the decadence of the Jazz Age, the hotel’s gorgeous design and tech-forward accommodations bring Gatsby into the 21st century. The 1932 hotel is now composed of the original building and a connected, new glass-and-steel tower — the combination of old and new is all thoroughly modern Milan at its finest.”
“The Excelsior Gallia features glittering interiors, with acres of marble and glitzy motifs. It offers one of the city’s best spas, complete with swimming pool and golf simulator, while the top floor Terrazza Gallia serves excellent dishes and drinks overlooking the city rooftops.”
What guests liked
- Train station
- Great breakfast
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
This five-star hotel is located on 9 Piazza Duca D’Aosta Stazione Centrale in the city of Milan. This fine hospitality center was originally opened in 1932 but was renovated completely by renowned designer Marco Piva in 2015. The hotel offers luxury mixed with style to visitors and tourists in the city.
The Excelsior Hotel reflects the beauty and elegance of the city, and this is evident in the hotel building which stands as one of the city landmarks. This hotel guarantees the comfort and satisfaction of guests.
The hotel is situated in an excellent location where it enjoys a closeness to some of Milam’s famous attractions and highlights such as the Rho Fiera Exhibition Centre which is about 18 km away from the hotel. The iconic San Siro Stadium which is some 6 km away from the hotel and the historic Sforzesco Castle which is a little above 2 km away from the hotel.
Excelsior Hotel Gallia offers chic room options such as Katara Suite, Gallia Suite, Deluxe Junior Suite and Luxury Double Room. The hotel also offers exquisite suites such as Panoramic Suite, Signature Suite, and Deluxe Suite.
Rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
The lounge/bar area is the ideal place for guests to relax and enjoy a drink after a long day.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
13 November 2023
The amenities provided by the hotel were satisfactory. Overall, it was a positive experience during my stay at the hotel
I am pleased with the hotel's convenient location, cleanliness of the rooms, quality of the breakfast, and the friendly demeanor of the staff.
the room service food I ordered did not meet my expectations in terms of taste, presentation, and overall quality.
27 October 2023
Stunning 😍
I wish I had more time there. Was absolutely beautiful. Wonder what their suite would look like.
Nothing at all
13 October 2023
Very good
Room. Breakfast
13 October 2023
Exceptional
Excellent breakfast! GREAT and outstanding service.
11 October 2023
A great and convenient place to stay.
Exceptional location and very well trained staff, good food.
9 September 2023
Great but very expensive for what we received.
Rooms are comfortable but small. we were not happy with the condition of the first room. Second much better. great location
Room and the price was very expensive.
30 August 2023
great location loved Milan
all round great hotel
view from room
22 August 2023
Luxury and amazing staff but area surrounding is dirty
Exceptional service and concierge and right across from Milano Centrale station . So convenient if traveling by train. Rooms and beds are perfect and staff is amazing. Surrounding area is very grungy and dirty though
Surrounding neighborhood
16 August 2023
Quality of room not worth the cost
Furniture in bedrooms was damaged and shabby
12 August 2023
Overall stay was very good
The location of the breakfast room was fine. However the bacon was best described as raw. I spent 5 nights and the bacon issues never got better although I complained daily.
11 August 2023
Exceptional
So beautiful
8 August 2023
Exceptional
Stunning property. Lovely rooms and facilities. Close to central station and amazing staff. Couldn’t be happier with my stay
If you are looking to be in city centre then it’s a bit far via walking (40mins) but proximity to metro is close that it’s ok!
1 August 2023
Iwill come back
Every thing nice . only location so far.
Nothing Thanks
31 July 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay it was perfect location to get to Monza for Bruce Springsteen concert
Location was excellent 2 minute walk to the train station , pool and relaxation area were perfect
27 July 2023
Lovely but a bit run down
Location. Breakfast Comfortable bed Great lighting and usbs Champagne and snack in room on arrival was wonderful
Terrible damaged decor in the room and worn bathroom. Swimming pool hours were very restrictive so we could not use it. Difficult to find facilities - confusing signage. The room too dark.
16 July 2023
Exceptional
the staff were exceptional and despite being in a location away from the duomo they made up for it by offering a free shuttle service. this hotel is a 10 out of 10. the only downside is the furniture in the room was peeling but I didn’t mind as everything else exceeded my expectations. I would come back for sure!
12 July 2023
Comfortable but not best location
Room was Nice and comfortable Great that they have a shuttle !
This was far away from centre So had to take the shuttle Hotel is bit tired looking Our carpet was stained and leather scratched of the drawers
15 June 2023
Sensual, historic design and a central location makes Excelsior perfect to make the magic happen.
I loved the design of the building and the spectacular outlook over the historic buildings and plaza. The in room dining was exquisite and each meal was prepared with authenticity and skill. The central location facilitates travel by public transport, uber or taxi while being central enough to historic places like Sforza Castle.
The electronics in the room controlling the lighting did not function correctly and the rooms were badly damaged
9 June 2023
fabulous hotel. I highly recommend
Amazing staff. very friendly and attentive. Made me feel like I was staying at a boutique hotel.
A little away from city center but great hotel shuttle service more than compensated for the location.
25 May 2023
Excellent service friendly stay beautiful hotel
Room was beautiful, clean ,staff was wonderful! Unfortunately we only had one night stay but would love to come back and enjoy this hotel and Milan a little more
N/a
25 May 2023
it was good.
The hotel itself was beautiful and very modern. The amenities like the gym and spa top notch!
What I didn’t like was that for all that you see when it comes to the esthetics of the hotel the rooms do not match at all! I was appalled at how they are allowing the rooms to deteriorate! the furniture is peeling, the bathrooms are not properly cleaned and scrubbed efficiently. For that so called level of luxury, not to mention the price per night they have to do better when it comes to the care of the rooms themselves. would I go back? for sure, but only to dine in the restaurants not as a hotel guest until they updated and get those rooms properly cleaned…….and throw out the peeling furniture and replace it!!!!
24 May 2023
a perfect hotel to start our trip in Milan
facilities, room comfort, location
furniture a little old, some scratches on it
22 May 2023
I would highly recommend your hotel.
The concierges, Alessandro and Mauricio, we’re above and beyond wonderful in their assisting me with a difficult problem I encountered when my flight was cancelled. They truly need to be recognized for their sincere efforts and treated it as if it were their own problem. And all the staff were also excellent!
The room lighting was difficult to get what I needed and annoying in some spots.
6 May 2023
exceptional
location and quality were outstanding
room was not turned down on one night and glasses were not replaced during daily clean.
10 April 2023
You pay for the location and luxurious feel :)
The Staff at the Front desk (except for a lady, who we believe is a trainee) and the Concierge team.
The first room we were given didn't have internet, which is very strange for a luxury hotel.
7 April 2023
great stay wonderful rooftop bar family friendly
beautiful hotel great facilities and the best breakfast I’ve ever had at a hotel and great rooftop bar
the service is slightly slow everywhere except breakfast, the rooms need some care or they will lose its 5* status
21 March 2023
Exceptional.
The design, the quality of food and the friendly personnel.
The Spa could be open a bit longer.
21 March 2023
Exceptional
Amazing experience and service, from check-in to check-out! Service, cleaning, amenities, staff, restaurant, terrace - everything top level
30 January 2023
Wonderful stay, staff and location!
The property is stunning and the decor and interior areas are beautiful and clean. The staff are all happy and helpful. The location is directly next to central station so you can get around to lots of places. we visited Lane Como which was 30 mins. The rooftop restaurant was amazing with lovely staff.
The only downside for me was the spa area closing at 7pm. We were told at 6.45 that we are closing now, whilst in the steam room. after being out walking, shopping all day it’s nice to go in the spa before dinner but it was cut short. A little to early.
7 January 2023
Exceptional
Location…building beautiful 😍
Sometimes reception staff like sirious🙁
2 January 2023
6 stars
My requirements are simple - 5 stars and a swimming pool. The hotel came to six stars!! And a swimming pool was the cherry on top:) Breakfast is something! And try Rooftop restaurant !!!!
4 December 2022
Very good
everything was pretty good but
but the furniture and carpet should be renewed
14 November 2022
Very good
The cleanness,nice staff
Location the area is crowded ,
10 November 2022
nice
nice
the concierge wasn’t-helpful
6 November 2022
the best
service, cigar lounge, cleanliness and the staff. especially the concierge service, Luca was of great assistance, he follows up in details and knows exactly what you’re looking for.
best hotel
21 October 2022
Very good
very good location
only one problem is the sink clog.
18 October 2022
lovely stay. one staff Hanhong Z was particularly attentive at breakfast. kudos for her excellent service.
the ambience and luxury is apparent
I think some rooms need refurbishment. Age is catching up.
15 October 2022
Exceptional
Everything. Location. Look. This hotel is perfect.
Nothing.
13 October 2022
Fabulous
Top class hotel - everything was really good and as you would expect at this price level. A really comfortable bed. Room service welcomed us with a complimentary cocktail, which was nice.
No ramp for wheeling suitcases up to the front door, but there was a fleet of people to carry stuff, so perhaps this is a non-issue. Expensive breakfast not included in room rate. Very expensive all round, actually.
8 October 2022
It’s a high-end hotel mostly interested in business but conventionally located near train. we were gone most days all da
The location was excellent. The accommodations were lovely.
The lights in the room were so difficult to turn on and off. It was so annoying. The showerhead is at the wrong level and I couldn’t take a shower without being sprayed in the face.
19 September 2022
Exceptional
Pool closing on a Monday
17 September 2022
When in Milan, this is the hotel to stay at.
Everything, the location, the complimentary drop off and pick up from the shopping district, the rooms, the interior, the exterior, the food and best of all, the staff.
The room cost of €650 p’n fir a standard room
11 September 2022
Great location of ultra luxurious hotel.
Very upscale property. Food in the hotel restaurant was superb and room was extremely luxurious.
Restaurant closed early.
4 September 2022
Would go back in a heartbeat!
everything, lovely people and beautiful space! very clean
Nothing
18 August 2022
ok
design
partially destryed , scrached furniture, empty fridgerator without alco drink
16 August 2022
Amazing high end hotel with wonderful service
Great hotel. Beautiful design, modern, clean aesthetic. Lovely decor and attentive staff. Definitely a luxury hotel. Wonderful full service restaurant with a lavish morning breakfast. Amazing rooftop bar drinks, view, service. The hotel rooms are a bit small but everything else was amazing!! N
Hotel staff were courteous. Did require multiple explain actions in order to understand.
12 August 2022
I stayed five days , it was great.
quick service,clean,friendly staff
nothing
2 August 2022
A very comfortable hotel with all the modern conveniences and close to the Central Train Station.
We have been traveling for over a month and have stayed in may hotels. The bathroom in this hotel was the best by far. Great lighting, a magnified mirror, good bench space and an overall spacious room.
The bedroom was just big enough, but with the addition of a second chair and small table, it was very tight on one side to get around. Also, it was very difficult to find the bar and restaurant on the 7th floor and same with the gym and pool. There needs to be more information provided at check-in.
28 July 2022
Fabulous
clean, friendly staff
location
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair cut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Foot bath
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Street parking
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Higher level toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Pool cover
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
20 November 2023
Fabulous
prime location and super friendly stuff
room without balcony