Family-run 3-star hotel in a residential area of Milan, 200 meters from the Villa San Giovanni metro station. Italian buffet breakfast, inner courtyard and proximity to the Bicocca district.
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Il Girasole High Quality Inn is a family-run 3-star hotel located in a quiet residential area of Milan, just 200 meters from the Villa San Giovanni metro station.
The property offers four room types, from Standard to Deluxe, all air-conditioned and equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TV, desk and safe; the Superior and Deluxe versions offer larger sizes and views of the inner garden. Every morning guests find an Italian-style buffet breakfast, with fresh pastries, cereals and fruit juices, also served in the inner courtyard during the summer months.
The Bicocca district, with the Pirelli HangarBicocca just steps away, and the Milano Greco Pirelli railway station make the area convenient for those getting around by public transport. Milan Cathedral and Via Monte Napoleone can be reached in about 15 minutes by metro. The hotel is suited to business travelers, couples and families looking for a practical, informal stay, with a staff that has received particularly high ratings over the years.
Il Girasole High Quality Inn offers four room types, from the Standard Double/Twin Room, the most compact at 16 square meters, to the Standard Triple Room at 24 square meters designed for small groups or families. All rooms are air-conditioned and have a private bathroom, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, desk and safe, with the option to choose between twin bed configuration or large double bed at the time of booking.
The Superior and Deluxe categories, both 20 square meters, stand out for the view of the property’s inner garden: the Deluxe adds parquet flooring, a bidet in the bathroom and slightly more refined furnishings compared to the Standard. All rooms include a courtesy set and hairdryer, while some Standard versions also offer a bathroom with bidet.
The entry-level room of the property, with 16 air-conditioned square meters and a private bathroom, some with bidet. It has a desk and safe, and is the most compact option among those offered by the hotel, suited to short stays or those looking for an essential value-for-money option.
At 24 square meters, this is the largest room in the property, designed for families or small groups thanks to the possibility of accommodating up to three people. It has air conditioning, a desk and safe, with flexible bed configurations to be defined at the time of booking.
Larger than the Standard, this 20-square-meter room offers a view of the property’s inner garden. It is air-conditioned and equipped with free WiFi, desk and safe, and is a popular choice for those looking for a bit more space without giving up peace and quiet.
The most refined category in the hotel, with parquet flooring, garden view and a private bathroom equipped with shower, bidet, hairdryer and courtesy set. It is the only one of the four rooms to combine wooden flooring and garden view in the same space.
Il Girasole High Quality Inn has a garden with outdoor furniture, ideal for relaxing or having breakfast during the summer months, and offers bicycle rental, billiards and darts for guests’ free time. The concierge service, private or express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage make organizing the stay easier, while daily room cleaning is guaranteed for the entire duration of the stay.
For dining, the property offers an on-site coffee shop, a bar with wine and champagne, a snack bar and the option to order breakfast directly in the room, as well as menus designed for special diets upon request. All rooms are air-conditioned, non-smoking and connected to the Internet via free WiFi, with flat-screen TV and a safe for personal belongings.
The hotel is located in the Greco-Pirelli district, a residential area north of Milan that has transformed in recent years thanks to its proximity to Bicocca, the city’s university and cultural hub. The street is quiet, dotted with small neighborhood bars and restaurants, and just steps away is the Parchetto della Maddalena, a green oasis useful for a break away from traffic.
The Villa San Giovanni metro station is about 200 meters away and connects directly to the historic center: Milan Cathedral can be reached in 15 minutes. The Milano Greco Pirelli railway station is 1 km away, useful for those arriving by regional train, while Sesto San Giovanni station is 2.7 km away. Milan Linate Airport is the closest, at 6.8 km, followed by Malpensa and Orio al Serio, both about 39 km away.
Nearby is Pirelli HangarBicocca, an exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art housed in a former factory, about 400 meters from the property: a must-see attraction for those who love large-scale art installations. Further north, Parco Nord Milano offers cycling paths and large green areas, ideal for a walk or run away from the center. Those who love local history can visit Villa Finzi, a historic residence surrounded by a public park about 1.6 km away, or the Church of Sant’Antonino in Segnano, a testament to the ancient farming village that occupied this area before the urban expansion of the 20th century. Those wishing to reach the heart of the city can also take the metro to Castello Sforzesco and Via Monte Napoleone, the heart of Milan shopping, both about a 15-20 minute journey away.
Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.9, and room cleanliness, 9.6. Comfort and value for money are also highly appreciated, both above 9. The location, scoring 9, is especially convincing for couples, who highlight the neighborhood as convenient for getting around by metro.
No, Il Girasole High Quality Inn does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Il Girasole High Quality Inn includes an Italian-style buffet breakfast, with fresh pastries, cereals and fruit juices, also served in the inner courtyard in summer.
Il Girasole High Quality Inn does not list parking among its services; it is advisable to check parking options in the area before your stay.
Il Girasole High Quality Inn is about 15 minutes by metro from Milan Cathedral and Via Monte Napoleone, thanks to the Villa San Giovanni stop 200 meters from the property.
No, Il Girasole High Quality Inn does not have cribs or extra beds for children.
Yes, Il Girasole High Quality Inn offers free WiFi connection in all rooms and common areas.
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