🇮🇹 Milano, Italy
Hotel Alessander
📍 17, Via Cortina d'Ampezzo, Milano, 20139
Your stay — Hotel Alessander
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Alessander, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Via Cortina d'Ampezzo. Consider rooms towards the back of the hotel for reduced noise from the service entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be more prone to street noise and potentially louder lift usage. Rooms near the service entrance on the ground floor may also be noisier due to the hotel's proximity to the street.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via Cortina d'Ampezzo does not offer stunning views of prominent landmarks, but higher floors may provide a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
Quietest floors
3rd-5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Via Cortina d'Ampezzo may be a concern, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's proximity to the service entrance and lift may also generate noise.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel's staff may not be as familiar with the 2-star hotel's operations. Request extra towels or toiletries if needed, as the hotel's amenities may not be as extensive as those at higher-rated establishments.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Alessander
free (up to 1 Gb per day); 4G speeds (login via room key card)
yes, serves all floors and wings; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary PressReader access; physical newspapers available in the lobby
15:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 (€50 fee)
available 24/7; €10 per day
step-free access; one wheelchair-accessible room; some structural limitations due to historic building
on-site valet parking available; €30 per night; nearest public car park: Piazza Missori (€20 per night); no EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.50 per person per night (€11 for a double room)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + €200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Sala del Regno dei Testimoni di Geova (259 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Luigi (643 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Andrea (873 m · ~11 min walk)
- Synagogue: Beth Shlomo (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale PiazzaLodi — 834 m · ~10 min walk
Giardino Calabiana / Balduccio da Pisa — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Fondazione Prada — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Teatro Sant'Andrea — 841 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Chainblock ATM — 113 m · ~1 min walk
Municipale N. 13 — 733 m · ~9 min walk
Alimnetari Hua Qiao — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Lodi T.I.B.B. — 596 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Malpensa or Linate airports and central tourist spots as they charge poor rates and hidden fees.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard is accepted almost everywhere; American Express less so. Mobile pay works in all major shops and restaurants.
Not expected. Round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service in restaurants. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: no tipping needed.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter in any bar — €1.10 to €1.30.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — €5 to €8.
Pasta or pizza in a trattoria or pizzeria — a main course around €10 to €14.
Grab slices of pizza or focaccia from bakeries and rosticcerie; the area around Porta Romana and Viale Monza has several cheap takeaway spots.
Coop, Esselunga, and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets.
High-street chains like H&M, Zara, and OVS on Corso Buenos Aires — the longest shopping street in Milan.
A single ATM (Milan public transport) ticket costs €2.20 and covers metro, bus, and tram for 90 minutes. A daily pass is €7.60. From Linate airport, take bus 73 (€2.20) to San Babila; from Malpensa, the Malpensa Express train (€13) to Cadorna or Centrale is faster and cheaper than a taxi.
1) Buy takeaway lunch from a supermarket (Esselunga or Coop) for half the price of a cafe. 2) Visit the Navigli canal area on a weekday when drinks are cheaper. 3) Use city bikes or scooters for short trips instead of the metro.
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💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Milano, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Alessander
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Chainblock ATM — 113 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Municipale N. 13 — 733 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →MXP Airport (T1 arrivals level) → Milano Centrale (west side)
💡 Don't bother with the door-to-door shared van services from the airport — the traffic on the Tangenziale Ovest is brutal, and you'll sit in it. The bus drops you at Centrale, then the metro is three stops to Cadorna.
Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Terminal 1 & 2 → Milan Central Station (Milano Centrale)
💡 Buy tickets online or at airport kiosks to avoid queues. From Centrale, get tram or metro (MM3 yellow line, stop Repubblica, then walk 5 min to Via Tarchetti).
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel Boutique Duomo
💡 Book through the official app or taxi stand queue to avoid being overcharged; fixed rates to central Milan are around €100, but some drivers may try to add surcharges late at night.
Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel Ambra (via G.B. Pirelli, 6)
💡 Ask the driver to drop you on via Scarlatti—Hotel Ambra's entrance is easier that side. Flat rate to city centre, but verify before setting off.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Cadorna Station (then 10 min walk to hotel)
💡 Buy tickets at the machine or online in advance to save €2; the walk from Cadorna to Via Dogana (hotel) goes through Piazza Duomo – quick and scenic, but wheeled luggage rattles on the cobbles.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Milano Cadorna Station
💡 From Cadorna it's a 10-minute walk to Hotel Fioralba. Buy tickets online or at kiosks, avoid buying from ticket touts near the station gates.
Malpensa Airport (MXP) Terminal 1 → Milano Centrale Station
💡 Buy a round-trip ticket online for €26—it's valid for 60 days. From Centrale, walk 8 minutes to hotel: head north on via Vittor Pisani then left onto via G.B. Pirelli.
MXP Airport (T1 & T2) → Milano Cadorna or Milano Centrale
💡 Buy tickets from the Trenord machines before boarding. Validate at the platform — €50 fine if caught without a validated ticket.
Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Terminals 1 & 2 → Milan Cadorna Station (or Centrale or Porta Garibaldi)
💡 Skip Centrale if you're heading directly to Hotel Berlino – get off at Cadorna, then take metro MM1 red line to Porta Venezia and walk 2 minutes to Via G.B. Pirelli.
Via Settembrini (near Centrale Station) → Piazza del Duomo
💡 Buy tickets at metro stations or tabacchi—don't board without validating; inspectors are strict. This tram passes near Hotel Fioralba; get off at Duomo and walk south on Via Mazzini.
Cadorna Station (from Malpensa Express) → Duomo Station (one stop on Line 1 or 3)
💡 Use the same ticket for both train and metro if journey is under 90 minutes total; buy a 24-hour pass (€7.60) if you plan more than two rides that day.
Cadorna Station (tram stop at Via Boccaccio) → Via Dogana (hotel, stop: Teatro alla Scala)
💡 Tram 1 runs past Castello Sforzesco and into Galleria Vittorio Emanuele – great intro to the city; buy a ticket from tabaccherie or the ATM app before boarding, as drivers don't sell them.
About Milano
Wikipedia ↗
Milan is the regional capital of Lombardy, in northern Italy, and the seat of the Metropolitan City of Milan. It is the second-most populous city in Italy after Rome, with a population of 1,362,863 in 2026. The city's wider metropolitan area is the largest in Italy, and the fourth-largest in the Eur...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Alessander?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Via Cortina d'Ampezzo. Consider rooms towards the back of the hotel for reduced noise from the service entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Alessander?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be more prone to street noise and potentially louder lift usage. Rooms near the service entrance on the ground floor may also be noisier due to the hotel's proximity to the street.
Is Hotel Alessander noisy?
Street noise from Via Cortina d'Ampezzo may be a concern, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's proximity to the service entrance and lift may also generate noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Alessander?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via Cortina d'Ampezzo does not offer stunning views of prominent landmarks, but higher floors may provide a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Alessander?
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel's staff may not be as familiar with the 2-star hotel's operations. Request extra towels or toiletries if needed, as the hotel's amenities may not be as extensive as those at higher-rated establishments.
What time is check-in at Hotel Alessander?
Check-in at Hotel Alessander is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Alessander have Wi-Fi?
free (up to 1 Gb per day); 4G speeds (login via room key card)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Alessander?
€5.50 per person per night (€11 for a double room)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Alessander?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — €5 to €8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Alessander?
A single ATM (Milan public transport) ticket costs €2.20 and covers metro, bus, and tram for 90 minutes. A daily pass is €7.60. From Linate airport, take bus 73 (€2.20) to San Babila; from Malpensa, the Malpensa Express train (€13) to Cadorna or Centrale is faster and cheaper than a taxi.
Top Attractions in Milano
💡 It's free but no online booking needed. The temporary exhibitions cost extra but are often skip-worthy.
💡 The tearoom next door (Caffè San Maurizio) is a good spot for a quiet coffee, but don't photograph the frescos with flash—the light damages them.
💡 Go early morning to have the place almost to yourself. No photography with flash allowed.
💡 Combines with the adjacent Museo Archeologico (which costs €5) but the church is free. Go just before noon or after 2pm to avoid tour groups.
💡 Bring snacks from the Mercato di Via Paolo Sarpi nearby; park benches fill up by noon on sunny days. The aquarium at the park's edge is free on the first Sunday of the month.
💡 Arrive 30 minutes before opening on free Sundays to avoid a 1-hour queue. Otherwise, standard tickets are €15, but you can book online at no extra cost.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit near the lake. Avoid the small zoo enclosures if animal welfare bothers you.
💡 Bring your own snacks—the on-site cafés are pricey. The grassy areas near the pond are less crowded than the main path.