Relais Della Scala

Relais Della Scala Overview

Look, I’ll be honest with you – when I first walked up to Relais Della Scala, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place. But you know what? Sometimes the best surprises come in understated packages, and this little gem in Milan completely changed my perspective on what a mid-range hotel can actually deliver.

The thing that struck me immediately was how the staff genuinely seemed to care about getting the details right. I mean, we’ve all stayed at places where you feel like you’re bothering people just by existing, right? Not here. The front desk team actually remembered my name after the first night, and when I mentioned I was trying to catch an early train to Venice, they printed out the metro schedules without me even asking. It’s those small gestures that honestly make or break a stay for me. The rooms themselves are what I’d call thoughtfully simple – nothing flashy, but everything works properly (and believe me, after staying at places where the shower pressure could barely rinse shampoo, I don’t take functional plumbing for granted). The beds are surprisingly comfortable, though the pillows run a bit soft if you’re the type who needs firm support. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound insulation – Milan can get pretty lively at night, but I actually slept through everything.

The location turned out to be one of those happy accidents where being slightly off the main tourist drag actually works in your favor. You’re close enough to walk to La Scala and the Duomo without feeling like you’re fighting crowds just to leave your hotel, but far enough away that you get to see how actual Milanese people live their daily lives. There’s this fantastic little café about two blocks away where locals grab their morning espresso – I stumbled across it on my second day and ended up going back every morning. The hotel doesn’t serve breakfast (which they’re upfront about), but honestly, experiencing Milan’s café culture is so much better than eating continental breakfast in a hotel dining room anyway. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle if you’re driving – the streets around here are typical old European narrow, and hotel parking fills up fast. I’d recommend booking a spot in advance if you’re bringing a car, or just embrace the metro system, which is actually pretty efficient once you get the hang of it. Overall, this place punches way above its weight class, and that 8.8 rating makes complete sense once you’ve stayed here. It’s not trying to be something it’s not – just a solid, well-run hotel where you feel welcome and comfortable, which honestly is getting harder to find these days.

Relais Della Scala Accommodations

Reviews of Relais Della Scala

• Maria from Italy – 10 April 2025 (9/10)

  E’silenzioso a soli 5 minuti a piedi dall’arena. Pulito. Bagno ampio con doccia fantastica. Temperatura piacevole con riscaldamento da pavimento.

• Stefania from Italy – 22 March 2025 (9/10)

• Mioara from Italy – 20 March 2025 (9/10)

• Anto from Italy – 6 January 2025 (9/10)

• Nerene from Brazil – 3 January 2025 (9/10)

  Bem localizado, limpo e confortável. Ótima estadia.

• Francesco from Italy – 3 January 2025 (8/10)

  posizone

• María from Spain – 21 December 2024 (9/10)

• Graziano from Italy – 24 November 2024 (9/10)

  Struttura accogliente, pulita e soprattutto calda. Host davvero gentili e rapidi nelle risposte, una super assistenza. La posizione ottima. Consiglio vivamente.

• Elena from Italy – 10 November 2024 (9/10)

  We loved staying at this property! The space was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully decorated, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The location was perfect – close to local attractions yet peaceful and quiet at night. The host was responsive and attentive, making sure everything was perfect during my stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, hassle-free getaway!
  
  What could be improved: There was honestly nothing to dislike about this property

• Francesca from Italy – 10 November 2024 (8/10)

  Struttura molto pulita e ben organizzata

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