Expert reviews
“A breath of fresh air in Milan’s stiffly suited centre, this is the best hostel in town. Entrance is through its lively bar-cafe, open to nonguests, where you’re welcomed with a smile and a complimentary drink.”
“The lively Navigli neighborhood is a good choice. And top marks go to Ostello Bello, a 50-bed hostel near Cinque Vie with some private rooms, lots of free food and social activities.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Milan.
“This attractive hostel is cool, trendy and has buckets of character, with a hugely popular bar that hosts live music gigs, theatre performances and art exhibitions, attracting both travellers and Milanese alike. The communal kitchen is stocked with plenty of free food, and there’s a complimentary dinner for guests too.”
What guests liked
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Nice breakfast
All you need to know
This fine hospitality center offers cozy and comfortable room options for tourists and travelers in the city. The hostel is located on 4 Via Medici in the Milan City Centre where it offers guests a number of room and accommodation options fitted with modern facilities and conveniences.
The Ostello Bello Hostel offers a number of rooms and dormitory options such as Double or Twin Room, Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Room, Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Room and Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Room. The hostel rooms and dorms feature simple but elegant colors which give the hotel a touch of class and sophistication.
The hostel offers a nearness to several famous attractions in Milan and landmarks. This makes it an excellent location for a hospitality center while its close proximity to major transportation systems and stations makes it the ideal departure spot for tourists looking to easily reach places of interest.
The Milan Cathedral is about a 10-minute walk away from the hotel while the lively Navigli district is about 1 km away from the hostel premises.
Duomo and Missouri Metro Stops are both within walking distances away from the hostel.
Rooms in the hostel 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 a comfy sofa. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
The hostel has an on-site bar where guests can sample several cocktails.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
11 January 2025
Exceptional
Great people, and great location
8 January 2025
The staff were wonderful, friendly atmosphere and helpful.
That it was close to a lot of amenities.
I found the pricing was a little high for what it was, considering I have booked other hostels for much cheaper.
7 January 2025
Will visit again!
The place has an amazing vibe! The receptionist Alessia is such a nice and helpful staff! I got assigned to a very cosy room and a free drink at the bar downstairs. If I visit Milan again, I will definitely book a stay here!✌ Once again, thanks Alessia! 🙏
4 January 2025
Exceptional!
Breakfast was amazing! We stayed only one day my husband and our twins. Location was perfect 👌🏻 so walking distance to all the museums and Milan Cathedral, shopping, great restaurants close by. We will be back and will stay more nights. We had a wonderful time. René at the front desk was so sweet and welcoming. Thank you for a great stay ! We love Milan and this hostel.
The rooms should be bigger. We love the private bathroom.
30 December 2024
Perfect stay in Milan
The location is perfect and is only a few minutes walk to the Duomo
Nothing
28 December 2024
Would go back!!
Sense of community and good location!
19 December 2024
Good hostel not too far from metro
Free welcome drink was nice
Could have included a towel
17 December 2024
Very good
Staff is very friendly Daily activities in the hostel with some great music, karaoke, stand-up, which is pretty fun Clean, easy access, well-located, felt safe in my female only dorm :)
13 December 2024
“Perfect location, friendly staff, and great amenities—an amazing first hostel experience, especially for a Milanista!”
“This was my first experience staying in a hostel, and it exceeded my expectations! The location is absolutely perfect—10 out of 10. The rooms are comfortable, with good beds, and there’s a kitchen available where you can cook. The best part? The hostel provides free grocery supplies, which is such a thoughtful touch. Plus, as a Milanista, I was thrilled to see they support AC Milan! I’d definitely recommend this place to my friends.”
12 December 2024
Great staff and location for a short stay in Milan
staff were helpful, engaging and fantastic location was the best!!
breakfast ran out early leaving little food room size a little too small
11 December 2024
Friendly and social place to stay
Simple, friendly stuff, social bar
Some guy came around midnight and started snoring. And early morning people started wake up one after other
10 December 2024
A real hostel, with lovely atmosphere and cozy rooms, right in the centre of Milan
- Super-friendly staff in a cozy and welcoming environment - Perfect location, just a few steps from Milan city centre - Every night a different show (stand up comedy, karaoke, reading, etc) - Double room was very cute, with all essential furniture and lovely decor - Common kictchen with lots of free goods
Nothing really :) keep going!
3 December 2024
Perfect for a solo traveller
The staff was nice and accommodating. There was a free welcome drink which was a nice surprise. Everything was unlocked through an app from the phone (quite modern). The location is close to Duomo (walkable). As soon as you exit the hostel, you'll find a nice street with different dining and shopping options. If you're there on a Sunday, make sure to book the brunch! :)
The water from the shower spilled over the floor, which made it a bit messy for the next person. It would be nice to have some kind of mop around so people clean properly after their turn.
26 November 2024
i will come back!
never boring, excellent staff
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25 November 2024
I had a rough day travelling from Lake Como to Milan so I arrived a bit upset and tired. But the staff of the hostel sho
Perfect location and reasonable price. Friendly staff.
Nothing.
24 November 2024
Nice experience
Nice vibe, very good location, staff were amazing
Little bit expensive for a hostel and only one toilet for a room of 8 is rough.
24 November 2024
Fabulous
Overall, it's a great place. I love the location and the vibe of the place, esp the bar/restaurant on the ground
Nothing negative, but areas that can be enhanced- I wish there are other separate toilet and shower that one can use when the ensuite toilet is occupied. Would be great to have curtains in the individual bunks for added privacy. Have more hooks or areas within the bunk bed perimeter to hang clothes/hangers/coat
23 November 2024
Very good
Central location, friendly staff, good amenities, felt safe and my belongings too
Obviously it depends on the roommates….
20 November 2024
Na
Na
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20 November 2024
As a solo traveller, it’s a perfect stay at the heart of the city
Everything. Staff was super amazing . Clean rooms .
20 November 2024
Good place to meet people
The space, the atmosphere.
19 November 2024
Very cool place!
Everything
Probably the other guests who weren’t too mindful of others! But nothing to do with the property and the facilities that were amazing
15 November 2024
Thoughtful hostel with all kinds of amenities - great vibes, good people, highly recommend!
Great vibes, excellent breakfast, staff aimed to be inclusive to events, lots of spaces to interact or chill on your own. Location was great - tucked away but still very central. Loved the welcome drink as well!
It's always nice to have a curtain with the beds to limit distractions and provide privacy, but that would require a big overhaul. And a wine opener in the kitchen would be great!
13 November 2024
PERFETTO (means “perfect” in Italian)
Everything. Im not a share-ur-room kind of girl usually but this place gave me the BEST experience. I had booked it few times when ive stayed there because i wanted to stay more. The whole atmosphere, all the workers always smile amd responsive and have a laugh and helps u with EVERYTHING u need. Listen, as a princess that loves her Airbnb account-believe me-it is actually better then having ur own place, cause here u are absolutely feel at home. And in the female dormitory u have tampons and whatever girl needs so it melted my heart. And even when i had to book the mix dorms-they let me feel super comfortable after having a not so good experience with his and also that room was super comfortable. PERFETTO HOSTEL.
Nothing. I loved it all i swear.
13 November 2024
I would stay here next time
It actually better that on the photos! Every day some events, I met so many good people all over the world. Good prices, liked the app GOKI. Very nice comedy evenings. Kitchen 👍
12 November 2024
Best hostel!!!
All
12 November 2024
The place, the people everything
Very nice place
Very friendly and smart please to be
9 November 2024
Good location and hostel
Location , staff , quick check in,kitchen
Bed in group room and bellow and ac in privet room
8 November 2024
The best part is the warm welcome. You guys genuinely care !
The most welcome staff! Renee thank you for taking good care of me please extend my gratitude to the manager on November 4 th :) Lovely vibe , amazing kitchen .
Can’t think of anything
7 November 2024
Exceptional
Good location, great staff, and also very clean
3 November 2024
Very good
Good value for money and friendly, helpful staff
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14 October 2024
Fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Very welcoming staff. Availability of free food and cooking opportunities was a pleasant surprise.
Needed more women’s bathrooms for 7 women dorm room. Nights a bit noisy.
14 October 2024
Fabulous
Awesome hostel in a really good area nearby the point of views. The bar in the hostel was awesome and it was a good place to connect with different people and cultures. I had a good time there and enjoyed the stay
The bathrooms wasn’t so clean
13 October 2024
Exceptional
Everything
9 October 2024
Exceptional
Everything
8 October 2024
Nice stay!
Lovely staff and good location. There’s free tea and coffee etc which is a nice touch and I felt very safe
Not loads of space on the bottom bunk and couldn’t sit up fully without hitting my head, quite expensive for a hostel but think this reflects Milan prices
7 October 2024
Clean and good location
It’s clean and the staff is lovely. The breakfast was really good and the location it’s accesible, you can walk and arrive everywhere.
6 October 2024
Lots of fun
The staff were so welcoming when I arrived. My room was comfortable and I met some nice people.
The hostel entrance opens right onto a lane where people drive up and there’s no footpath so you are stepping out onto a road. Just have to be careful!
30 September 2024
Exceptional
The staff and the atmosphere
24 September 2024
Very good
the location roomates were nice clean
very noisy at night
22 September 2024
Exceptional
Very clean and modern accommodation. Bathroom also clean. Quiet area and short distance from the center. Staff very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed staying in, so I would recommend to others to.
20 September 2024
Super nice place, fun and the location is amazing!
Nice place near the duomo. Amazing location! Staff suuuuper friendly. Nice room A little bit noisy but a super nice place with free food and lot of free food
I booked breakfast for 2 days, it supposed to be served at 7 am. I had to leave early one day and the breakfast was delayed about 40 minutes so I leaved without the breakfast i had already pay :(
18 September 2024
Perfect for solo travelers to make friends or do your own thing. It was amazing
The ultimate standard of a perfect hostel with tons of activities all week with some meals included in the stay. Friendly staff and international vibes all around the hostel, best part is it is right in the centre of Milan and walkable to everywhere. ACs in the room and very new facilities.
That I missed out on lots of events happening in the hostel!
15 September 2024
Fabulous
Location really close to Duomo and you have everything around the hostel. Reception very helpful. Each room has own bathroom.
Less choice on breakfast and everyday was the same, also if you came later there might be some food finished and they don't replenish the food when it runs out at the buffet.
14 September 2024
Was nice stay
I stayed in 6 dormitories room it’s quiet small but it’s ok for a short stay, The location is great close to all what you need, it’s about 10 mints from Dumo metro station, the stuff were all really friendly and helpful, also in the 3rd floor there is a kitchen you can cook if you want, and they provide coffee, tea biscuits for free . At night it’s quiet noisy overall it’s nice place to stay at
It’s looks old building but very clean & the Room is small, the bed is not really comfortable
14 September 2024
Fabulous
Dodo was extremely welcoming and helpful. He really enhanced my stay.
Only one bathroom for eight gals.
14 September 2024
Exceptional
Loved the community spaces! App key system seemed secure. Great shops and restaurants nearby.
7 September 2024
Exceptional
Everything was amazing. The location 10 minutes from Duomo Cleanliness was super. An amazingly atmospheric hostel And the icing on the cake the staff were fabulous
Nothing except the thunder storm. 😃
7 September 2024
Exceptional
The Vibe of this place is just amazing. In just 2 days I met sooo many fabulous people there. Was so sad to move out.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - BBQ facilities
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet bowls
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
Activities
- - Games room
- - Children's playground
- - Karaoke
- - Evening entertainment
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Stand-up comedy
- - Movie nights
- - Walking tours
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture
- - Cooking class (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Kitchen
- - Shared kitchen
Entertainment and family services
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Indoor play area
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
14 January 2025
Wonderful time at Ostello Bello