More photosOstello Bello began as a dream among a group of friends in 2009, born from a shared passion for travel and a desire to create a “home” for fellow explorers in Milan. The name itself is a cheeky nod to their philosophy: it’s simple, distinctly Italian, and just silly enough to represent the founders’ fun-loving spirit.
The hostel is known for its social atmosphere, particularly the 24/7 bar that hosts nightly events like karaoke and quiz nights, designed to help guests break the ice. The location is incredibly convenient, offering features like a communal kitchen with complimentary food and a rooftop terrace equipped with hammocks and BBQ facilities, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.
Its central location puts you within easy reach of Milan’s most iconic landmarks. You are just a short distance from the magnificent Duomo di Milano, the historic Sforza Castle, and the upscale shopping of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Whether you want to dive into the city’s rich artistic history or explore its modern fashion districts, everything is easily accessible.
The hostel has since grown into a beloved fixture, offering a blend of private rooms and shared dormitories. It remains a popular hub for those who want to experience the vibrant pulse of Milan while staying in an environment that prioritizes community, friendship, and authentic local experiences.
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
Location
Recent guest reviews
19 May 2026
I’ll be back!
Perfect staff and location
A bit expensive for a hostel
12 May 2026
Fun, social and brilliant location
Fantastic hostel and location is ideal for Milan. Walkable to so many major attractions and feels like a welcoming hub for travellers! The staff were so warm and welcoming and the rooms were kept clean. The beds were comfy, there were a nice array of social areas and free snacks about. Good WiFi connection for working.
11 May 2026
Ostello Bello never disappoints
Everything. Staff. Facilities. Location. Amenities.
5 May 2026
Would recommend to stay here again in the future
Very friendly staff, great location and facilities
Showers wasn’t particularly hot.
5 May 2026
Great value hostel in central Milan with good facilities and friendly staff
Location was great, clean hostel with good facilities.
30 April 2026
Great experience and I met so interesting people! That's the point when you are visiting a Hostel!
The location was perfect and the people of the hostel were really kind and helpful.
I think that if there were curtains at the beds it would be better for the privacy.
27 April 2026
Good vibes and great location
Location, vibe, hospitality, well thought out
Cleanliness - could be better however maybe it’s not possible considering it’s hostel
Would be great to have shampoo/shower gel in the shower
Maybe lockers with combination lock would be easier to use
27 April 2026
I had the best experience there, met a lot of people and the staff was super nice and friendly
It was fine
24 April 2026
Wonderfully friendly and a clean place to rest your head
The staff were exceptionally kind and helpful! The hostel was clean and organised, and had everything I needed
Potentially an additional curtain on the end of the bunk, however this was easily adapted to with a sheet
22 April 2026
A value-for-money, centrally-located stay
Great location, friendly staff, decent room/ensuite/bed
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18 April 2026
Two lovely days at Milano🥰
I loved how familiar were the people like ALL the time, i met such an amazing people at there, Ostello is a place to feel like home away from home, such incredible stories and different people to met, cultures to learn,definitely one of my favourite places in Europe!
16 April 2026
Happy, cool, friendly place with everything you need and staff on hand at reception
Location...so close to the sights and opera house
Free coffee 24 hrs
Really cool place to stay, great vibe
I am 60 and made to feel welcome and not old!!
Nothing, it was fab
15 April 2026
Pleasant place for a small budget.
Easy to locate on the metro line, staff very friendly as majority of them speak English. Breakfast buffet is great and the room is sizeable with good welfare facilities.
Karaoke nights can pose unpleasant noise, especially if you want have a quiet night.
14 April 2026
Nice hostel in great location
The place is well put together
3 story beds are not very practical
13 April 2026
Great location and would definitely stay there again!
Lovely bunk with curtains. Great coffee machine and communal areas. Fantastic location. Great price!
Shower was poor pressure and not hand-held.
9 April 2026
Very easy to find, pretty central, would definitely stay again .
Staff were very accommodating. They let me borrow an adapter, deodorant and a few other things during my stay without hesitation.
9 April 2026
The ultimate hostel experience
Shared facilities are amazing, the space is wonderful, everything is nice and tidy. The team is extremely nice, helpful, and relaxed at the same time.
Everything's perfect
27 March 2026
It was good more than what I expected . Thanks to staff very friend cooperative and kind .
Location is very strong ,
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Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage (additional charge)
- - 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
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet bowls
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Games room
- - Children's playground
- - Billiards
- - Table tennis
- - Karaoke
- - Darts
- - Evening entertainment
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Pub crawls (additional charge)
- - Stand-up comedy
- - Movie nights
- - Walking tours
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Kitchen
- - Shared kitchen
Entertainment & 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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25 May 2026
Matilda and the front desk was really informative and very nice to deal with. I’ve been all over Italy and she was great