Charming hotel in an 18th-century building on the Naviglio Grande, in Milan's Navigli district, with restaurant, bar and air-conditioned rooms a short walk from Porta Genova metro station.
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Maison Borella is a 4-star hotel overlooking the Naviglio Grande canal, in Milan’s Navigli district, set in a historic 18th-century building.
The property suits those looking for an elegant yet informal stay, immersed in one of the city’s liveliest districts, particularly appreciated by couples for its atmosphere and proximity to evening venues. The rooms, furnished in a simple and well-kept style, all feature air conditioning, private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, flat-screen TV and soundproofing; some retain exposed wooden beam ceilings or offer glimpses of the canal and the city, while the Suite offers larger spaces with a separate living area.
The buffet breakfast features homemade cakes and fresh fruit, while the in-house restaurant serves traditional Milanese dishes alongside Italian classics. The hotel also has a bar for an aperitivo or coffee in the modern lobby. The location, 600 metres from Porta Genova metro station, makes it easy to reach the historic centre and Milano Centrale station.
The rooms at Maison Borella come in several types, from the Double/Twin Room to the Suite, and all share air conditioning, a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls. Sizes range from 18 sqm in the more compact rooms to 70 sqm in the Suite, while the views are split between the quiet inner courtyard and the Naviglio Grande canal or the city, for those who prefer the lively atmosphere of the Navigli.
Some accommodations, called Dependance, are located in a separate building with independent entrance and offer greater privacy, equipped with minibar and bathroom courtesy set. The Suite, the most spacious option, includes a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed and two bathrooms, making it the ideal choice for families or small groups wanting more space and privacy during their stay in Milan.
Overlooking the lively Naviglio Grande canal, this is one of the most sought-after rooms with a view in the property. Featuring air conditioning, satellite LCD TV and a private bathroom with soft bathrobes, it offers a direct view of the vibrant Navigli life.
The most compact of the standard rooms, at 18 sqm overlooking the quiet inner courtyard, ideal for those seeking silence and rest away from the bustle of the canal. Features air conditioning, satellite LCD TV and private bathroom with bathrobes.
Larger than the standard Double/Twin Room with Courtyard View, this Superior version gains a few extra square metres while keeping the quiet inner courtyard view. Air conditioning, satellite LCD TV and private bathroom with bathrobes complete the amenities.
Located in a separate building from the main house, this 30 sqm Deluxe room is among the largest in the property and offers greater privacy thanks to its independent entrance. Soundproofed, with air conditioning and bathrobe in the bathroom.
This Deluxe room is also located in the dependance with independent entrance, but unlike the other Deluxe room it overlooks the inner courtyard. The bathroom features a shower, bidet and courtesy set, while the room has a minibar and soundproofed walls.
The only room in the dependance overlooking the city and the canal, this Superior Deluxe combines an independent entrance with a shower, bidet and courtesy set in the bathroom. Air-conditioned, with flat-screen TV and minibar.
The most spacious accommodation in the property, with 70 sqm split between a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed and two bathrooms with shower. Overlooking the inner courtyard, it features a tea and coffee set, minibar and soundproofed walls: the ideal choice for families or groups.
Maison Borella offers guests a restaurant serving Milanese and Italian dishes, a bar for aperitifs and cocktails, and the option to have breakfast delivered directly to the room. The reception is staffed 24 hours a day and the staff offer luggage storage, currency exchange, laundry and ironing services to make the stay more convenient.
All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bathrobe, slippers and courtesy set. Free internet access is available throughout the property, useful both for business travellers and leisure guests.
The property is also accessible to guests with disabilities, with dedicated rooms, wheelchair access and bathrooms with grab bars. A garden with outdoor furniture completes the common areas, along with a TV lounge and an elevator to reach the upper floors.
Maison Borella is located in the heart of the Navigli, the Milan district that grew along the Naviglio Grande canal and has for decades been a landmark of the city’s evening life, with historic venues, art galleries and small artisan shops. The 18th-century building housing the hotel directly overlooks the water, in one of the most photographed areas of Milan.
Getting around is easy thanks to the proximity of Porta Genova metro station, on the Green line, about 500 metres away, and the railway station of the same name, useful for connections to Milano Centrale. Linate Airport can be reached in a few minutes, about 6 km away, while Malpensa and Orio al Serio are 38 and 46 km away respectively. A short walk from the hotel are also restaurants such as Greek Fusion and evening venues such as El Chupasangre, as well as the historic Sant’Eustorgio church, 400 metres away.
Guests staying here can dedicate their days to exploring the historic centre: Piazza del Duomo and Castello Sforzesco are 1.7 and 2 km away respectively, easily reached on foot or by metro. Art lovers will find the Cenacolo Vinciano 1.6 km away and MUDEC, the museum of cultures, just over 1 km away. On summer evenings the Navigli come alive with aperitifs along the water, while in winter the district keeps a quieter atmosphere, perfect for strolling under the porticoes and browsing the weekend antiques markets.
Guests especially praise the staff, with a score of 9.4, and the location, equally appreciated with 9.4. Cleanliness and comfort also score very highly, above 9.3, while the value for money, though solid at 8.5, remains the relatively lowest-rated aspect.
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No, Maison Borella does not allow pets during the stay.
Maison Borella offers a buffet breakfast with homemade cakes and fresh fruit, but it is not automatically included in the base rate: it’s best to check the conditions of the chosen room at the time of booking.
Maison Borella does not have private parking for guests; it’s advisable to check public parking options in the Navigli area.
Maison Borella is about 500 metres from Porta Genova metro station, on the Green line, and a short walk from the railway station of the same name, with connections to Milano Centrale.
Yes, Maison Borella offers rooms and facilities designed for guests with disabilities, including wheelchair access, toilets with grab bars and a lower washbasin.
Maison Borella offers several types of air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, from 18 sqm up to the 70 sqm Suite with separate living room and two bathrooms, some with views of the canal or the inner courtyard.
