Convenient location, a five-minute walk to Termini train station
Central location for a wide range of restaurants, bars, and cafes
Nearby sights of interest include the Baths of Diocletian and Republic Square
Simple rooms have flat-screen TVs
Wi-Fi and breakfast included in room rates
Certain rooms are between floors and are only accessible by stairs
Room decor is bland and beds are particularly plush
Some complaints about musty odors
Surrounding streets are very busy and chaotic
Few on-site amenities (no gym or full restaurant)
The Milani Hotel is a budget property with a central location for those coming into Rome by train. The hotel originally opened in 1960, but the building itself dates back to the early 1880s. This modest hotel has a simple lobby, lobby bar, breakfast room, and small meeting room. The rooms are functional but sometimes tight on space, and decor is very basic (however, they do have small flat-screen TVs). Location and price are highlights here -- Termini train station is within a five-minute walk. Some guests have noted musty rooms and inefficient cleaning. The slightly pricier YES Hotel is a stylish alternative located down the road.
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Scene
Basic value hotel
Outside, the Milani Hotel has historic charm with old-fashioned shutter windows, a stone façade, and wrought iron gates. Looking through the glass entrance, one would expect a classy hotel too. Instead, while it has the atmosphere of an old townhouse, this property is simple and a touch dated. The lobby has wall-to-wall wood paneling and other public spaces have yellow walls and very basic furnishings. The marble floors provide one elegant touch. Overall, the atmosphere is no frills.
Location
Within walking distance of Termini metro and railway station, historic sights, restaurants, and galleries
The immediate area around the Milani Hotel is busy and chaotic. Termini train station is within a five-minute walk. The closest tourist attractions are the National Roman Museum - Baths of Diocletian (five-minute walk from the hotel) , and the National Gallery of Ancient Art in Barberini Palace and the National Museum of Rome (both a 10-minute walk). Farther out by foot (a 20-minute walk) are the gardens of the Villa Borghese. The Historic Center is best traveled to by metro and the MEA and MEB trains both stop at the Termini station. The MEB line towards Laurentina stops along the Circo Massimo, Colosseum, and Roman Forum. The MEA line towards Battistini is the best mode of travel for a day at the Vatican. The railway portion of Termini station is used by anyone coming into Rome from other European countries, as well as those coming in through Fiumicino Airport; a 30-minute express train runs directly to Termini Station.
Rooms
Bare, simple rooms
Rooms are categorized into Standard, Superior, and Suites. Decor is basic -- bed stands, wardrobes, desks, and chairs. Small flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi make up the available amenities -- there are no mini-fridges or tea/coffee stations. Some bathrooms are smaller than others; narrow spaces, single sinks, and standing showers are the norm in Standard rooms. Superior rooms and Suites have slightly larger bathrooms with soaking tubs. The kinks and oddities of some of the rooms are locations between floors, meaning no elevator access. Stairs are required to reach these, which can be a hassle for those with heavy luggage. Additionally, being near local churches, guests can often hear the morning bells from rooms, many of which are not soundproof.
Features
Limited, free Wi-Fi, a free breakfast buffet, and a meeting room
This no-frills hotel has free Wi-Fi and a daily breakfast buffet included in room rates. There is no full-service restaurant on the property. There is also a small meeting room that can accommodate up to 40 guests.
