In the heart of Milan, Babila Hostel & Bistrot offers a vibrant atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and coffee shop. Enjoy on-site dining options, including brunch and dinner at the restaurant or grab a snack from laundry facilities to arcade/game room.
Via Montenapoleone Fashion District - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cathedral of Milan - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Piazza del Duomo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Teatro alla Scala - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Linate Airport (LIN) - 21 min drive
Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY) - 61 min drive
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 67 min drive
Milano Porta Genova Station - 4 min drive
Milan Porta Genova Station - 4 min drive
Milan Cadorna Nord Station - 29 min walk
Corso di Porta Vittoria Tram Station - 3 min walk
Palazzo di Giustizia Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Viale Premuda Tram Stop - 6 min walk
Restaurants
Miscusi - 4 min walk
Globe Bistro - 5 min walk
Visconti Street Food - 3 min walk
Vailati - 3 min walk
Gran Caffè - 4 min walk
About this property
Babila Hostel & Bistrot
Babila Hostel & Bistrot features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Via Montenapoleone Fashion District. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this Tudor hostel include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Corso di Porta Vittoria Tram Station is 3 minutes and Palazzo di Giustizia Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
17 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Karaoke
Working away
Computer station
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1900
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
Arcade/game room
Lockers available
Tudor architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 30 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 6.90 for adults and EUR 6.90 for children
Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Babila Hostel & Bistrot Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Milan
Frequently asked questions
Does Babila Hostel & Bistrot offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Babila Hostel & Bistrot does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Babila Hostel & Bistrot?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Babila Hostel & Bistrot?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Babila Hostel & Bistrot.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Babila Hostel & Bistrot?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Babila Hostel & Bistrot and nearby?
Babila Hostel & Bistrot has an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Babila Hostel & Bistrot?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Babila Hostel & Bistrot like?
Babila Hostel & Bistrot is in Milan Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Corso di Porta Vittoria Tram Station and 12 minutes' walk from Piazza del Duomo.
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Reviews
Babila Hostel & Bistrot Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was simple but very good and offered a good variety. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2025
Room was clean, staff was friendly.
Hesham
Hesham, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Great place to stay. Family friendly and staff is very welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and shower was amazing
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Friendly staff. Perfect location. Clean room. Great breakfast.
Serkan
Serkan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Nice staff, good facilities
Gladys
Gladys, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Clean room. Nice staff
Sidsel Nymark
Sidsel Nymark, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
Kind staff, and great environment!
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
Check in was chaotic. We had to buy a lock to secure our luggage in the luggage room before check in to our room. Room was clean and it was a nice breakfast in the morning
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
The property and the staff where great. Specially Italo, the guy that made the beds.
Angel
Angel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 19, 2024
Clean, little far from san babila metro station, staff are very helpful
Just ok for one or two nights
Kandasamy
Kandasamy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
This hostel is in a quiet neighborhood, yet it is close enough to the Duomo Cathedral area to walk. The staff was super helpful when I had some unexpected technology issues! The dorm rooms were super clean and spacious. The "atmosphere" of the building was simply charming....from the marble steps and adorable old wooden-door elevator to the subtle music playing from a piano down the street. It truly captures the atmosphere of Milan.
MARY
MARY, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Five star hostel
I’m on a 2 week trip in Italy and started in Milano for 3 nights. The hostel was very clean with lots of extra shower and bathroom space. That was private which was nice if you didn’t feel comfortable showering in the rooms bathroom. Also the location is great as well. Short walk to the Doumo area and a bunch of other things as well. Plus they had lime scooters all over the city. So for the valve it’s great compared to the hotel prices!
Marco B
Marco B, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 7, 2024
not good location
Myriam b Martínez
Myriam b Martínez, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 26, 2023
So clean and friendly staffs there… It was good, but there’s a laundry problem. I wanted to use the machine. But staffs do that, so had to wait next morning… And loud music until midnight in the bar in this hostel
Ryo
Ryo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2023
Great hostel for a few nights in Milan
Stayed here for two nights in Milan. The dorm was spacious and beds quite comfortable. Bathroom was decent, two showers but they had no space to hang clothes/place shampoo etc.? Very inconvenient.
There was AC which was a big plus during the summer.
No breakfast included which was a con. There are many great places close by, though. It is placed in a quiet and nice neighborhood within walking distance to the metro - approx. 15 min.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2023
Cozy hostel in a classy building in
The hostel is incredibly well organized, from where the rooms are to the other facilities: laundry room (they offer a paid laundry service in which they do your laundry on one working day), kitchen, balcony, bar etc. The reception answers your questions clearly and objectively, they provide you with a chance to store your luggage in the basement when you check out early, the (paid) breakfast is very complete and well prepared, that's including both a coffee and a juice machine. The beds are the most comfortable I've ever slept on in hostels, the heating is neither under nor overpowered, just enough for you to feel comfortable but not have trouble sleeping. The bathrooms are well maintained and although shared, you can easily and privately take your showers without any intrusion or discomfort (I would however suggest the addition of more and perhaps hangers in the shower cabin). Each bed has a light spot and outlet plug, plus a couple of usb ports. There's space for you to store a bottle of water or a book above your pillow and the pillow area has a small covering so that people won't intrude in your sleeping. A curtain would have made it beyond reproach. Access control is safely done by card tapping so no unauthorized people have access to the dormitory area. Lockers are provided, they are spacious and safe. The bonus is the vintage elevator, which overloads class and cuteness!
Silas
Silas, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Place was nice and clean. The neighborhood was very nice
Chase
Chase, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 30, 2025
The on-site bistro and bar is a nice touch.
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2024
Pleasant stay
Alessandra
Alessandra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
Beautiful place
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2023
Would visit again
- Great stay overall;
- great price compared to all other central accommodations;
- huge room;
- tasty breakfast;
- nice building;
- several communal spaces for games, socialising etc
a
a, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2022
Wonderful staff. Youth hostel setting but very comfortable and family friendly.
bradley
bradley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2023
Highly recommended!
Very clean and quiet hostel, very convenient to have bathroom in the room. Good variety for breakfast. Location was great and central!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 18, 2022
Had a lovely stay at this hostel, the rooms are very modern and clean and it has a lovely communal kitchen area and terrace. The staff are helpful and it’s in a great location about 15 mins walk to the duomo 😁
Emily
Emily, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2022
Fabulous
Fabulous hotel, nice location, friendly staff and very helpful
Eslam
Eslam, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
Very convenient location, the facility is excellent, no complaint at all.