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
12 November 2025
Very good
Loved the vibe of the place. Excellent location. You can have a drink, play pool or the piano and dance throughout the night (until 11:00, i mean). Good breakfast with variety of stuff. Perfect choice for young people. And they have stickers :)
11 November 2025
Well equipped hostel in central location, close to Duomo.
The staff were all very friendly and helpful. There were a lot of extras that I did not expect to find, like books and games. The kitchen was stocked with all the essentials, oil, condiments, pasta, some 'free to take' foods, tea bags ( a few varieties) and a coffee machine.
There were some recycling bins, but none for paper and card.
11 November 2025
Amazing people, amazing stay
I met amazing people, most of them travelers but also people from Ostelo Bello's staff. The breakfast is plentiful and cheap for Milan. It helped me keep my protein levels at an acceptable level.
The drying machine is broken, but tbh the positives outweigh this negative by a lot.
10 November 2025
Exception stay - again
Location, comfort, fittings, staff, lounges, facilities- all great
Nothing to dislike
9 November 2025
Everything was perfect, recommended!
The shower cabin was way too small
8 November 2025
Amazing Stay Thanks to Francesco
My stay at this hostel was fantastic! The room is very comfortable, the atmosphere is friendly, and everything is super clean. I want to thank Francesco at the reception made it even more special he was welcoming, patient, and ready to help with anything. He went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and had everything I needed . And also thanks to Arianna she was also helpful. The location is close to everything in Main Street full of brands for shopping and restaurants.
Nothing
5 November 2025
Exceptional
Staff was so friendly! And it was nice that there was area for working.
4 November 2025
Fantastic hostel. Creative and money saving perks. Convenient location.
Not the breakfast… Great location, clean, comfortable beds, quiet, privacy curtains on the bunks! Friendly helpful staff, bar and entertainment. Great espresso in the bar and killer Negroni.
Not a very good selection/variety/quality of items for the cost. Cheap meats and cheese. Free coffee in the lounge is terrible. Plugged bathroom sink for 3 days.
3 November 2025
Very good
location, is perfect.
3 November 2025
Awesome place
It’s a high level hostel. Clean, cool, well-located.
The price is quite high, obviously
2 November 2025
Great location, friendly place
It was very close to the center. People were helpful. The vibe was great. It was good to hangout there.
29 October 2025
The best hostel in Milan
Super location & the room & bed were comfy.
Nothing
28 October 2025
Strategically located and very social hostel
The hostel is easy to reach from Milano Centrale, just take a tram and you'll be within walking distance. It placed me right in the centre of Milan so I could explore popular attractions on foot. Check-in was easy and it was nice not having to carry a key or keycard, since access was all managed by the Goki app. The welcome drink was a nice touch; the hostel and its bar were definitely very lively and social for those looking to meet people. On the weekend I was there they also offered free dinner, and they provide lots of free amenities ranging from toiletries to earplugs. Overall this was a great stay.
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28 October 2025
Comfortable
Accessible, friendly staff
24 October 2025
Exceptional
Lovely stuff!
24 October 2025
Comfortable and clean
Clean had a lift very good location
Due to a confusion they had cancelled one of my bookings though I was finally given a bad
24 October 2025
Fabulous
Very Clean Very good location Helpful staff Well noise insulation
23 October 2025
Fabulous
The piano is amazing ! The location, in the city center, was great for walking around and being close to so many things. And all of that for a very respectable price.
22 October 2025
Comfortable and helpful staff and money wise worth it.
Location wise very accessible to tourist spot and stores.
The noise outside the hostel.
21 October 2025
Sacrifice a little privacy for location and budget
Budget and location is top on the list and staff were very friendly and helpful, highly recommended.
My first time in a hostel, so I’m not used to having people in the same room.
21 October 2025
Good vibes + top located hostal 🌸
Nice, cozy and super top located hostal, with a lot of activities to do and places to chill and work. Clean and comfortable bed :)
Location, all was clean, staff, activities
21 October 2025
Very good
Very friendly staff,clean rooms,good prices in the bar,nice events every night and 10 minutes walking from duomo. overall good choice.
Breakfast could be better with more choices. They denied to give invoice with vat number for my business because they say its the policy of the owner for invoices outside Italy.Its unexpectable.
17 October 2025
Exceptional
Amazing hostel. Very comfy.
17 October 2025
Un’esperienza fantastica!
Loved my stay at Ostello Bello! The receptionists were amazing, the beds and bathrooms were super comfy, and free food all day was a big plus. Location couldn’t be better — close to all the main attractions. Milan truly rocks!
The only downside is that it can get quite noisy at night since it’s near bars and a busy street, but everything else was amazing. Milan is the best! 🇮🇹✨
16 October 2025
Great for 2 nights
I feel like high energy with this hostel. I like the vibe. The bed was good and slept well. Breakfast was good. And the most important thing near to popular place in Milano. Can walk for 10-15 min to get popular place. And warm welcome and goodbye. And it’s good to use technology and berthing done by phone and app.
The rooms was for 6 people. And waiting for queue to use bathroom or shower.
15 October 2025
Very good
Very modern hostel. The rooms are clean, bright and large. My dorm even had a big private terrace with lounge chairs, tables etc. There are privacy curtains on each bed. The staff was nice and helpful and there are a lot of events organized by the hostel.
Really, I was very happy with my stay, but here's my pet peeve: In my eight bed dorm seven beds had their lockers under the beds, which could be locked without problems. I had the single standing locker that would not close securely with a single padlock, so I had to get a second padlock (which staff thankfully lent me) and then spent a while figuring out how to artfully arrange them just right so the locker would actually stay closed. It worked fine once I got the hang of it, but was a bit annoying having to lock/unlock two locks everytime. If you have a bigger padlock it might work with just one though.
15 October 2025
It was lovely staying here, everyday something’s happening. Helpful people always smiling, having fun. You just have to
The overall vibe is emasculate.
Umm that’s biased.
14 October 2025
Many thanks best hostel in Italy
Everything is perfect, you socialise and enjoy an amazing stay. kitchen , coffee and many more completely free!!
Nothing, all was perfect
7 October 2025
A short stay, will stay again next time.
Good location free for luggage free cafes hot/cold drink lots leisure areas and games, also very niceee staffs! Very good place for staying in Milan.
A little higher price? (But it deserves.
7 October 2025
One of the best hostels I have stayed at, do yourself a favour it’s amazing.
Facilities were amazing, free coffee machine along with water all day. Great kitchen facilities with help yourself fruit. Leisure areas take your pick, organised events each night along with special deals for dinner, rooms spacious and clean. Location close to must tourists places. Staff friendly and helpful.
6 October 2025
Perfecto
Very welcoming and helpful
Nothing
5 October 2025
Very good
Location is amazing, staff are friendly, great chill out area with a pool table
The ensuite bathroom doesn't quite work when there are 6 girls staying in the room...
4 October 2025
Good for short stay and sightseeing
Very good location. It was just 4 metro stops away from the Central Railway Station +12 min walk. Walking distance to most of the tourist attractions, supermarkets, drugstore and casual spots for food. There is some free supplies to cook from (fresh and canned vegetables, pasta, sauces and spices), tea, coffee. The kitchen is well equipped. A free welcome drink was a nice touch. There are nice spots to sit and enjoy your snack. The staff were friendly and helpful.
I didn’t realize bunk beds have three levels. You make the bed yourself and I can’t imagine doing that on the third level if you arrive in the middle of the night. There is very little space to manage your belongings. Squeaky bathroom door.
4 October 2025
Very good
The location is really good. 10 min from metro and Duomo. Has supermarket near and restaurants The staff is super friendly and gave me really nice eating tips :)
Missed curtains on the beds for more privacy
2 October 2025
Great social hostel with good facilities and staff
Great location and very social hostel. You can easily meet people and make friends.
Not much really. Great for a hostel.
2 October 2025
Couldn't be better!
Amazing experience, free food and super clean. 5 stars for my first solo travel !
I really don't have any tips
29 September 2025
Very good
Lovely place
27 September 2025
If you have low budget, have to stay here
Location is very Good for stay,all clean and no need to ask for anything to property's stuff, all facilities are available.
Nothing to say about, everything was good 👍
23 September 2025
staff was so great! they went above and beyond to make the stay memorable
great location for poking around though not the easiest to get to from Milano Centrale
nothing
23 September 2025
Great networking and friendship
Easy to access the public transportation
22 September 2025
Exceptional
Great atmosphere, game nights, hostel's pub across the street and amazing hostel staff
21 September 2025
Would definetley recommend this hostel
Staff were lovely,rooms were clean and there was a good range of activities to join in with if you wanted.
No complaints about the property
19 September 2025
Right at the center, perfect stay
Friendly staff, lots of social spaces to meet people
The noise from the street
17 September 2025
Overall, my stay was great, and I will definitely come back. Thank you!
What I really liked about the hostel were the facilities and amenities available. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the coffee machines and water dispensers were excellent. The staff were also attentive and very efficient during both check-in and check-out.
I have no complaints about my stay at the hostel, and there was nothing in particular that I didn’t like.
17 September 2025
Exceptional
Staff were excellent in all ways. Happy and really working to make everyone else happy. Just a great environment. Met so many wonderful people. This deserves Best Hostel in Italy from what I saw. Rooms were good. Luggage was secure. I felt safe. Just a collective working together even from us tourists. They are just over the top in offerings. Laundry (sm fee), food, small buffet at dinner. Just above. An 11+! Thx for an incredible stay:)
Not a thing wrong!
16 September 2025
Comfortable and Freindly
Actually the best hostel i have ever been,the stuff are really friendly,the hostel really cosy and you can feel like they are your family,they make sure you are comfortable there have fun ,the rooms are really clean and modern, i enjoyed every moment there
There is nothing wrong with that place
15 September 2025
Very good
Very friendly staff
13 September 2025
Exceptional
Atmosphere!
Sometimes, it can be too loud at night
13 September 2025
It has A beautiful courtyard
Perfect location
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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

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12 November 2025
Exceptional