STRAFhotel&barvsLondon Hotel
Both London Hotel and Hotel STRAF are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hotel STRAF ranks significantly higher than London Hotel. Hotel STRAF comes in at 82 with positive reviews from 9 reviewers such as Star Service, The Telegraph and Oyster.
STRAFhotel&bar
Via San Raffaele 3, 20121 Milan
From $223/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Lonely Planet
"Too cool for anything much, let alone school, this ultra-designer address is a shout from the Duomo." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Students of contemporary design especially love the industrial cool zeitgeist of this hotel less than a block from the duomo." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Behind the 1883 Neo-Classic façade, the Straf has an ultra-modern interior. Luxurious natural materials set the minimal design tone."
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"The Zen-inspired Straf—slang for St. Rafael, the property’s couldn’t-be-better location in Milan—is about as minimalist as you can get and still have all the comforts of a fine hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 64-room, four-pearl Hotel Straf is known for its industrial-chic decor (which might not suit all tastes) and lively bar that attracts guests and locals alike." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Don’t be fooled by the slightly traditional stone facade; behind it lies one of Italy’s most avant-garde hotels." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A minimalist, installation-inspired design hotel for the style-conscious, all oxidised copper and burnished brass." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"An unassuming exterior hides the edgy, yet elegant interior of Straf Hotel & Bar, a style-savvy boutique in Milan that is filled with art." Full review
Star Service
"Maintenance too gets high marks, though uninitiated travelers are apt to question some of the raw, unpainted surfaces—don't worry, it's intentional." Full review
Time Out
"On a side street near the Duomo, the STRAF has a hip, minimalist vibe with dark, moody rooms, and attracts a youngish crowd. Italian designer Vincenzo De Cotiis incorporated non-standard..." Full review
London Hotel
Via Rovello 3, 20121 Milan
From $46/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Unlike its neighbor the Hotel Giulio Cesare, the London sticks to its old-fashioned ways, and even the prices are hesitant to budge." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A decent, honest, family run two-star that is well-positioned on a quiet street off Via Dante." Full review
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As per usual in Milan, if you're here by yourself it's best to avoid the small singles and go up to a double, as the rooms are tiny.
Rough Guide
"A pleasant, family-run hotel in a good, central position."
Time Out
"Situated on a pretty little side street just round the corner from Castello Sforzesco, the London is great value for money." Full review