Hotel prices in Milan and when to book cheaper
Milan is Italy's capital of fashion and business, and accommodation prices tend to reflect that. Rates swing here more sharply than in many other cities, because the rhythm is set by trade fairs and fashion weeks. This list shows 9 673 properties: from hostel beds to apartments near the Duomo and five-star hotels. Below we have gathered concrete figures to help you plan a budget and avoid the priciest dates.
When to book at the lowest price
Milan is cheapest in November and clearly most expensive in February, when the city is busy with fashion week and major fairs. The gap between those months can be almost twofold, so here the dates weigh on the bill more than anywhere else. The second cheap month is May. Within the week the lowest rates fall on Thursday and the highest on Monday, driven by business travel. Booking about seven weeks before arrival usually gives the best prices. The average stay is just three nights, since many guests come for a weekend or on business.
Price by property type
| Property type | Price per night (from approx.) |
| Hostel bed | from approx. € 45 |
| Apartment or studio | from approx. € 70 |
| 1-2 star hotel | from approx. € 80 |
| 3-star hotel | from approx. € 120 |
| 4-star hotel | from approx. € 155 |
| 5-star and premium hotel | from approx. € 400 |
Price by neighbourhood
Location affects the price as much as the standard. The cheapest area is Zona Buenos Aires, where stays run on average more than a third below the centre. The priciest is the historic Centro Storico around the Duomo, while the most booked area is around Stazione Centrale, convenient for getting around. Other popular districts, such as Navigli, Brera or Porta Venezia, fall pricewise between these ends.
| Neighbourhood | Average price per night (approx.) |
| Zona Buenos Aires (cheapest) | approx. € 105 |
| Centro Storico by the Duomo (priciest) | approx. € 215 |
Indicative rates, based on price comparison data and lightly rounded. In February and during the fairs prices can double. You will see exact amounts after choosing dates in the search above.
Which hotel suits whom
- Families. Apartments and studios offer the most space, and Milan has plenty of them near metro stations. Handy for sightseeing with children without a car.
- Couples. Atmospheric boutique hotels cluster in Brera and Navigli, with restaurants, the canals and the evening aperitivo close by.
- With breakfast. Properties with a good breakfast included sit in the centre and around Stazione Centrale, often in the mid price range.
- Near the airport. Around Linate, Malpensa and Bergamo Orio al Serio there are hotels with airport transfers, handy for an early flight or a layover.
- Sightseeing without a car. It is best to pick areas near the metro. A day ticket for metro, trams and buses lets you move easily between the Duomo, the Sforza Castle and Navigli.
Sample hotels in Milan with prices
| Property | Category | Price per night (from approx.) |
| Star Hostel | Hostel | from approx. € 45 |
| Hotel Da Vinci | Mid-range, 4-star | from approx. € 68 |
| NH Linate | Near Linate airport | from approx. € 85 |
| iQ Hotel Milano | 4-star, central | from approx. € 150 |
| Hotel VIU Milan | Design, 5-star | from approx. € 402 |
| Grand Hotel et de Milan | Luxury | from approx. € 840 |
Prices gathered while browsing offers without selected dates, treat them as a starting point. Once you set a date the rates may differ.
When Milan gets more expensive
Milan has a temperate climate with four seasons. The most pleasant time to explore is spring, from April to June, when it is warm and the city is full of events. Summer can be hot, with temperatures close to forty degrees. The fair calendar, though, is what mostly drives prices. Fashion weeks in February, March, September and October, plus the Salone del Mobile fair in April, can push rates up sharply. Prices also rise around big concerts at the San Siro stadium.