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Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano

A charming hostel that feels like home, where travelers can either venture out to explore the bustling Corso Buenos Aires or unwind in the peaceful garden setting.

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Located near Milan's iconic Cathedral, Ostello Old Milano welcomes visitors with a cozy terrace surrounded by garden greenery. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and the benefit of extended luggage storage for flexible city exploration.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Città Studi, a neighbourhood in Milan, Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano is in a shopping district. Teatro alla Scala and Museum of the Last Supper are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Milan and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at San Siro Stadium or Forum di Milano. Visit our Milan travel guide
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Viale Abruzzi,70, Milan, MI, 20127

What's nearby

  • Basilica of San Carlo in Corso - Milan
    Corso Buenos Aires
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porta Venezia which includes railway items, a city and street scenes
    Porta Venezia
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Piazzale Loreto
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Politecnico di Milano
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carlo Besta Neurological Institute
    16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Loreto Station
    6 min walk
  • Milan Central Station
    16 min walk
  • Linate Airport (LIN)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pasticceria Antica Sicilia
    3 min walk
  • Maoji Street Food
    5 min walk
  • Siesta Cafè
    4 min walk
  • Istanbul Ayasofia Turkish Kebap
    5 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min walk

About this property

Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano

Hostel near Corso Buenos Aires
Consider a stay at Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano and take advantage of a terrace, a shopping centre on-site and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), smoke-free property and a TV in reception
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Portable hoist available
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 5 per person, per stay
  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 20 per night
  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 5 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels fee: EUR 3.50 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 015146-OST-00029, IT015146B64F6XMKJ8

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Ostello Old Milano Milan
Ostello Old Milano Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ostello Old Milano Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Milan
Ostello Old Milano
Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano Milan

Frequently asked questions

Is Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano?

Self-parking is available for EUR 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano located?

Located in Città Studi, this hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Corso Buenos Aires and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Teatro alla Scala are also within 3 miles (5 km). Loreto Station is 6 minutes by foot and Lima Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Lion University & Youth Hostel Milano Reviews

6.2

6.6

Cleanliness

2.0

Location

6.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will sure come back, if am in Milan again! Cool and simple place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The worst hotel in milan

so terrible. ask extra money and deposit It against the law and police doesn't care
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

Terrible beds, if anyone move you hear e cracking sound, broken shower, outdated and flooded
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was very helpful. It was our first time time and it was close to the subway so that helped a lot. I would definitely recommend this place for not only budget friendly but convenient to transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
À great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

AM, Wolfsburg

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicht sauber, schlecht Lage, nicht gesichert, zahlen wir extra für Steuer für Parkplatz und war keine Parkplatz aber nur schmutzige Ecke
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Luizy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Omar

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019