Better than your usual Hostel in Milan

Hey, backpackers, ready for Milan? You've got two MEININGER hotels to pick from, and each one comes with its own neighborhood vibe. MEININGER Milano Lambrate is right opposite Lambrate train station in Zona 3, hands-down Milan's most creative pocket: design studios, a buzzing university scene, indie bars, and weekend markets. MEININGER Milano Garibaldi sits a bit closer to the postcard sights, with a quick metro ride to the Duomo, Brera, and the Navigli canals.

Both spots give you the same easy MEININGER setup. Dorms or private rooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and free locker, plus a bar, a game zone, a kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a breakfast buffet, packed lunches for early starts, late check-out for slow mornings, luggage storage, and a friendly team on the desk 24/7. When you're ready to roam, Lake Como, Verona, Bergamo, and Cinque Terre are all just a couple of train hours away.

Free WiFi
Always stay connected

Central location
Find us tucked into city centers

Free towels & linen
You'll be looking fresh

En-suite bathrooms
Hello, privacy!

24h reception
We've got your back 24/7

Laid-back vibes
Kiss stress goodbye

Game zone
Let the fun begin

Guest kitchen
Free your inner chef

Luggage room & lockers
For worry-free stays

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Better than your usual hostel in Milan

Are you a backpacker on a quest to see as much of the world as possible? Are you a people person craving new friends and meaningful connections? Is “explorer” your middle name? Say hello to MEININGER Hotels… with a twist.

We know that traveling is an endless adventure. Sometimes it can get challenging and exhausting. That’s why we offer a friendly and welcoming space where you can recharge your batteries and continue your journey with fresh energy and enthusiasm.

Our hotels are much more than just a place to sleep. They're places to connect with like-spirited travelers, share your personal stories, and learn about new cultures and perspectives. Central locations, spacious rooms with comfy beds and private bathrooms, guest kitchens, washing machines and dryers, breakfast buffets, packed lunches, free WiFi, luggage rooms, 24-hour receptions, bike rentals, game zones, and other hotel services. Everything is designed to support flexible, budget-friendly travel while keeping the social spirit of backpacking alive.

Whether it’s a short stop or a longer stay, we’re here to give you a solid base between adventures. Check in, meet fellow travelers, recharge and head back out. That’s what we’re here for.

Bed in mixed dorm

max. 4 beds

Min. age: 18+

En-suite bathroom

Up to 20 m²

Bed linen & towels

Hair dryer

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Heating

From 55 EUR

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Bed in female dorm

max. 4 beds

Min. age: 18+

En-suite bathroom

Up to 20 m²

Bed linen & towels

Hair dryer

Toiletries

A/C

Heating

From 55 EUR

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Bed in mixed dorm

max. 4 beds

Min. age: 18+

En-suite bathroom

Up to 20 m²

Bed linen & towels

Hair dryer

Toiletries

Fan coil unit

Heating

From 55 EUR

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Bed in female dorm

max. 4 beds

Min. age: 18+

En-suite bathroom

Up to 20 m²

Bed linen & towels

Hair dryer

Toiletries

Fan coil unit

Heating

From 55 EUR

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Bed in mixed dorm

max. 6 beds

Min. age: 18+

En-suite bathroom

Up to 30 m²

Bed linen & towels

Hair dryer

Toiletries

Fan coil unit

Heating

From 55 EUR

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Your Milan backpacking trip. Your to-do list.

Welcome to Milan, backpackers! Join the energetic crowd of Navigli as you explore its maze-like streets. Dive into the curious world of science at the Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci. Experience Milan from a different angle with a bike ride through Parco Sempione, and soak in the stunning views of the iconic Sforza Castle. Your incredible backpacking trip starts at one of our two central hotels in Milan: MEININGER Milano Lambrate or MEININGER Milano Garibaldi.

Milan's calling... and MEININGER Hotels has got your back with two great accommodation options: the MEININGER Milano Lambrate, and the MEININGER Milano Garibaldi, located in the best areas to stay in Milan. Let's dive into what makes each spot special! Right across from the Lambrate train station in Zona 3, the MEININGER Milano Lambrate is all about convenience. Grab a coffee, hop on a train to the center, and ta-da! Check out Città Studi, a student-friendly hood with history vibes. Art buffs, Fondazione Prada and the Studio Museo Achille Castiglioni got you covered with modern creativity. If you're into vintage vibes, hit the Lambrate Market for retro treasures. And as the sun sets, head to East End Studios for live music and a local crowd, or check out Piazzale Loreto's cool views and yummy food.

For a dash of urban coolness, meet the MEININGER Milano Garibaldi. Super close to Garibaldi train station, it's all about style. Fashion enthusiasts, Corso Como's your jam with chic stores and nightlife buzz. Got an artsy itch? Galleria Lia Rumma's calling. Need some modernity? Porta Nuova's for you. Navigli, the canal district, is also close by with local cafes and vintage shops. For a dose of Milanese elegance, head to Eataly Smeraldo for gourmet treats. Also, the Design Library Milano is perfect for design lovers seeking inspiration. If a laid-back evening's your style, catch a movie at the futuristic Anteo Palazzo del Cinema.

Ready to dive in and make Milan yours?

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How much does a hostel in Milan cost per night?

Milan's nightly rates move with Fashion Week, the Salone del Mobile, and matchdays at San Siro. Good news: outside those big weeks, our two hotels are usually some of the most affordable beds in the city. Dorms start at the low end, with private singles, doubles, and family rooms a little above. Pop your dates into our booking page to see the live price; booking direct also lands you our most flexible cancellation.

How far are MEININGER's Milan hotels from the city's main sights?

Pretty close, thanks to Milan's underrated metro. From MEININGER Milano Garibaldi, hop on the green M5 line, and you're at the Duomo in about 10 minutes, with Brera, Sforza Castle, and the Navigli a short walk or one quick change away. From MEININGER Milano Lambrate, the metro at Lambrate FS gets you to the city center in about 15 minutes, and regional trains to Como, Bergamo, and Verona leave from the same station.

What's included at MEININGER Milan that isn't standard at a hostel?

A few comfy upgrades you don't usually get at a hostel. Every room comes with its own bathroom (no queues in the corridor at 7 am) and a free locker. The shared areas? A guest kitchen for cooking, a hotel bar for winding down, a game zone for hanging out, a breakfast buffet, packed lunches if you're heading out early, free Wi-Fi everywhere, secure luggage storage, and a friendly 24-hour reception. Late check-out is a bookable extra. None of it pushes the price out of hostel territory.

How long can I stay at MEININGER Milan?

Up to 30 nights in any room type at either Milan hotel, which works nicely if you're slow-traveling in Italy or here for a design course or work stint. If you need longer, drop our team a message, and we'll see what we can do.

When does check-in and check-out happen at MEININGER Milan?

Check in from 3 pm, check out by 11 am the morning you leave. The front desk is open round-the-clock, which is handy when your Malpensa Express rolls in at midnight or you've got a 6 am train to Cinque Terre. Bags? Pop them in our luggage room before check-in or after check-out.

What's the easiest way from Malpensa to MEININGER Milan?

Catch the Malpensa Express train from either terminal to Milano Centrale (about 50 minutes, every half hour). From there, the green M2 line gets you to Lambrate for MEININGER Milano Lambrate in around 10 minutes, or to Porta Garibaldi for MEININGER Milano Garibaldi on the same line. If you're flying into Linate instead, you're closer to the city and the trip's quicker.

Lambrate or Garibaldi, which MEININGER is nearer the Duomo?

MEININGER Milano Garibaldi wins on metro time, with a direct M5 link to the Duomo's front steps in about 10 minutes. MEININGER Milano Lambrate is a touch further out, but it's the better pick if you're into the design and university crowd, with the metro and regional trains from Lambrate FS reaching the city center in around 15 minutes.

Which Milan sights are worth a backpacker's time?

Milan crams a surprising amount of high-design, high-fashion, high-art into one walkable center, with plenty of it free or low-cost. Our pick of the lot:

- The Duomo and its rooftop, Milan's stunning Gothic cathedral, with a separately ticketed rooftop walk for one of the best skyline views in Italy.
- Sforza Castle and Parco Sempione, a Renaissance fortress turned museum complex (free to enter) with the city's biggest green space behind it.
- The Navigli, a former canal network partly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, now a long strip of bars, vintage shops, and Milan's daily aperitivo crowd.
- Brera, with cobbled streets, art galleries (including the Pinacoteca di Brera), and the bohemian soul of pre-Fashion Week Milan.
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the Quadrilatero della Moda, the world's oldest shopping arcade, and the four streets that gave the world fast fashion's slower cousin, free to wander.

Does Milan work for travelers visiting alone?

Yep. Milan's one of Italy's easiest cities for solo travel: a small, dense center, a transit network you'll learn in five minutes, and the universal aperitivo ritual at 7 pm, where one drink price comes with a snack, or even sometimes a generous spread of free food. Our lounge bar and guest kitchen are great places to meet other travelers before heading out for the evening.

Can you visit Milan on a backpacker budget?

Milan's got a reputation as Italy's expensive city, and it can be, but it doesn't have to be. The Duomo square, Sforza Castle grounds, Parco Sempione, and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are all free to wander. The Milanese aperitivo turns a €10 drink into an early dinner. A 48-hour transit pass costs under €10. Stack those onto a budget hotel like ours and Milan suddenly looks very doable.

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