Via Privata Don Bartolomeo Grazioli, 20161 Milan, Italy
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PrimoPiano – Grazioli Overview

First Impressions

PrimoPiano – Grazioli sits tucked away on a quiet side street in Milan, and honestly, you might walk right past it if you’re not paying attention. The entrance is understated — no flashy signage or doormen — which I actually found refreshing after dealing with some of the more pretentious places in the city center. It’s the kind of three-star spot that locals probably know about but tourists often miss.

The Neighborhood Feel

Via Privata Don Bartolomeo Grazioli isn’t exactly a household name, but that’s part of its charm. You’re in a residential area that feels authentically Milanese, where you’ll see people walking their dogs and grabbing coffee at the corner bar in the morning. The Porta Garibaldi district is walkable from here, and you know what — I preferred this quieter base to being right in the thick of things. You get the real Milan experience without the constant tourist chaos.

The Room Experience

My room was on the upper floor (which makes sense given the “primo piano” name), and while it wasn’t huge, it felt thoughtfully designed. The bed was actually comfortable — not always a given at this price point — and there was enough space to spread out my stuff without feeling cramped. The bathroom was compact but functional, with decent water pressure and those little touches that show someone cares about the guest experience.

Practical Considerations

Look, this isn’t a place with a fancy restaurant or elaborate amenities, but they nail the basics. The staff speaks enough English to help you out, and they genuinely seem to want you to enjoy your stay. Parking can be tricky in this area — I’d recommend asking them about options when you book, because Milan’s parking situation is… well, it’s Milan. The WiFi worked fine, and there’s decent coffee available in the morning.

Why Guests Love It

Here’s the thing about PrimoPiano – Grazioli — it’s honest about what it is. You’re not getting marble lobbies or concierge services, but you’re getting a clean, comfortable place to stay in a real Milan neighborhood at a price that won’t destroy your travel budget. I mean, for the money, it delivers exactly what most travelers actually need rather than what travel magazines tell us we should want. Plus, that 7.9 rating isn’t accidental — people leave here feeling like they got good value.

PrimoPiano – Grazioli Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Deluxe Studio1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$198
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Reviews of PrimoPiano – Grazioli

  • Good – Espinosa from France – 20 October 2025 (7/10)

    Proche du métro et de commerces

    What could be improved: Le bruit du frigo et le manque de rideaux, vous avez besoin de masque pour dormir. Aucun contact avec le hôte, plateforme de services en ligne.

  • Good – Denys from Ukraine – 28 September 2025 (7/10)

    Хорошая большая квартира, чисто, есть все необходимые принадлежности, полотенца,фен, утюг, посуда на кухне

    What could be improved: Далековато от метро, магазины рядом закрываются рано, внутри пахло сыростью, ОЧЕНЬ сильно светит фонарь с улицы прямиком в лицо, мешал спать.

  • Good – Dalia from Poland – 20 September 2025 (7/10)

    – położenie mieszkania blisko metra (ok. 10 min pieszo)
    – dobry kontakt z właścicielem

    What could be improved: – Uszkodzona roleta w kuchni, przez którą w nocy wpada światło

  • amazing – Yazan from Hungary – 10 July 2025 (10/10)

    wereally enjoyed our stay here. The fat was clean and comfortable, the location was good for exploring the area, and the owner was very friendly and helpful. I’d definitely come back! ❤️

  • Bene ma non benissimo – Giulia from Italy – 16 June 2025 (7/10)

    Appartamento molto ampio e ben arredato (a parte il divano letto). Ben accessoriato, in buona posizione non distante dalla metro. L'accesso è facile, grazie alle indicazioni dettagliate via mail.

    What could be improved: C'è un divano letto, quindi con materasso sottile e non così confortevole come un letto.
    La pressione dell'acqua era scarsa ed era quasi difficile fare un doccia, ma essendo weekend non hanno risposto alla nostra segnalazione e l'hanno ripristinata solo il lunedì.

  • Good – Maria from Italy – 13 June 2025 (7/10)

    La posizione della struttura vicino alla metro

    What could be improved: Divano letto un po' troppo rigido

  • Very good – Arti from India – 1 June 2025 (8/10)

    Very clean & comfortable. Nice locality.

  • There was constant noise from the building’s courtyard, and the host was completely unavailable and uninterested in help – Marija from Croatia – 9 May 2025 (1/10)

    Absolutely Nothing

    What could be improved: The place was not clean, the bed was an uncomfortable sofa, and there was constant noise. The host was unavailable and uncooperative. Not recommended.

  • Very good – Vincent from France – 9 May 2025 (8/10)

    Tranquille

  • Superb – Kamila from Poland – 4 April 2025 (9/10)

    Bardzo czysto, piękny apartament. Niedaleko do stacji metra i autobusu:)

    What could be improved: Brak np kilku saszetek herbaty:) W apartamencie czuć wilgoc i pod prysznicem jest grzyb ale to z racji tego, że jest to cały panel do masazu pod prysznic, więc ma zabudowana górę, dlatego wilgoc po prysznicu nie ma ujścia. Natomiast w pełni wszystkie wygody były ważniejsze.

Surroundings

Top attractions:

  • MUDEC: 7 km
  • Casa Milan: 3.8 km
  • GAM Milano: 5 km
  • Duomo Square: 5 km
  • Palazzo Reale: 6 km
  • Bosco Verticale: 3.4 km
  • The Last Supper: 6 km
  • Sforzesco Castle: 5 km
  • Museo Del Novecento: 6 km
  • Villa Necchi Campiglio: 5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Luka’s: 50 m
  • Restaurant La Ribalta: 450 m
  • Restaurant Corte Sanfortunato: 350 m

Public transport:

  • Train Maciachini: 1.8 km
  • Bus P.Za Luigi di Savoia: 4.2 km
  • Metro Dergano Metro Station: 850 m
  • Metro Affori Centro Metro Station: 800 m
  • Train Stazione Milano Nord-Bovisa: 1.5 km

Closest airports:

  • Milan Linate Airport: 10 km
  • Milan Malpensa Airport: 49 km
  • Orio Al Serio International Airport: 50 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Activities:

  • Cooking class Additional charge Off-site

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Italian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
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House Rules at PrimoPiano – Grazioli

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.2

Comfort:

8.7

Location:

7.8

Facilities:

8.4

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

8.3