Excelsior Hotel Gallia 🇮🇹 Luxury stay in Milan centre
Elegant rooms, rooftop dining and excellent transport links 🏛️
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The setting
The Excelsior Hotel Gallia sits on Piazza Duca d'Aosta, directly across from Milano Centrale station. The Centrale metro stop is about 167 metres from the door, so trains to the Duomo, the fashion district and Malpensa take only minutes. The building dates from 1932 and reopened after a full restoration, pairing its original facade with a modern interior. The Porta Nuova business quarter and Piazza Gae Aulenti sit a short walk north.
What to expect
Your stay is in a Premium Double room of around 26 square metres, with a full double bed, a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi. The rate is room only, and breakfast can be added at booking for 45 EUR per guest. The hotel has a rooftop bar and terrace with city views, a spa with a hammam, and a planted lounge for drinks. Staff can arrange airport transfers and late check-out on request.
Things to do nearby
Milano Centrale is 191 metres away, making day trips to Lake Como or Turin straightforward. Piazza Gae Aulenti and the Porta Nuova towers are about 1 km on foot. La Scala is 2.1 km south, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade is 2.5 km. Parco Indro Montanelli, a large city park, is roughly 1.1 km away for a quieter morning.
Best for
Couples who want a central base with fast transport and rooftop dining. The station location suits travellers arriving by train or pairing Milan with trips to the lakes.
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Premium Double room
Premium Double room with a full double bed, marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi, opposite Milano Centrale.
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A week, loosely planned
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Duomo and rooftop
Arrive at Milano Centrale and walk across the square to check in. Drop your bags and head to the Duomo, two metro stops away, for the cathedral and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Return for a drink on the rooftop terrace as the city lights come on.
Castle and La Scala
Spend the morning at Sforza Castle and the surrounding Sempione park, then browse the Quadrilatero della Moda for shopping. Book ahead for La Scala if there is an evening performance. Finish with dinner near Porta Nuova, a short walk from the hotel.
Where you'll be
Milan, Italy
FAQ
How far is the Excelsior Hotel Gallia from the Duomo?
Milan Cathedral, the Duomo, is about 2.6 km from the Excelsior Hotel Gallia. The Centrale metro station next door reaches it in two stops, or it is roughly a 30-minute walk through the city centre.
Is the Excelsior Hotel Gallia close to Milano Centrale station?
Yes. Milano Centrale is the closest station, about 191 metres from the hotel entrance, and the Centrale metro stop is around 167 metres away. Both make getting around Milan and out to the lakes easy.
Does the Excelsior Hotel Gallia have a spa and rooftop bar?
The hotel has a spa with a hammam and a rooftop bar and terrace with city views. There is also a bar and a planted lounge area. Breakfast is not included in this rate but can be added at booking.
How far is the Excelsior Hotel Gallia from the airport?
Milan Malpensa is the main airport, reached directly from Milano Centrale by the Malpensa Express train in about 50 minutes. Linate, the closer city airport, is roughly 8 km away by car or bus.
What is the best area to stay in Milan?
The area around Milano Centrale is a strong base for first visits, with fast metro and train links to the Duomo, the fashion district and the lakes. It suits travellers who value transport over a quiet residential setting.
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