Deco design terminus
A thirty-meter Murano glass chandelier cascades through the stairwell, anchoring a 1932 Art Deco landmark revitalized with sleek Italian design.
“The grand Belle Epoque building has been re-imagined by local studio Marco Piva, to include a sleek new glass extension…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Custom Italian furnishings, suites honoring Milanese design masters, and a thirty-meter cascading Murano glass chandelier.
Remarkable
Polished hospitality, personalized concierge arrangements, and expansive penthouse suites equipped with private terraces and spas.
Notable
A restored 1932 Art Deco facade facing the central railway plaza, joined to a modern wing.
What they say
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Wallpaper*.
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.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Facing Milano Centrale directly across Piazza Duca d'Aosta, the hotel offers instant transit links and sits within walking distance of Porta Nuova.
The rooms
Light neutral palettes and custom furnishings frame city views, with five signature suites dedicated to Milan's mid-century design masters.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An indoor heated pool and hydromassage bath sit under geometric skylights and backlit panels on the upper floors.
The spa and gym
Japanese bodywork and a Himalayan salt room fill the two-floor Shiseido Spa, alongside a gym with virtual golf.
Dogs stay too.
Terrazza Gallia Restaurant & Bar
Tables on the covered rooftop terrace gaze straight at the monumental stone carvings of Milano Centrale railway station.
At the table
The ground-floor Gallia Lounge serves afternoon tea and cocktails, backed by a wine cellar stocking over 700 labels.
How it began
Opened in 1932 alongside Milano Centrale, the historic Palazzo Gallia was meticulously expanded with an adjoining steel-and-glass wing by Marco Piva.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.