ECO HOTEL MILANO & BIORISO RESTAURANT, Milan

The hotel sits at No. 3 Via Vittorio Scialoia, in a peaceful neighbourhood with easy metro access. The M3 yellow line at Affori Centro is a 5-7 minute walk and connects directly to Stazione Centrale (5 stops) and the Duomo (7-8 stops). Niguarda Hospital's A&E entrance is a 10-minute walk, Galeazzi Orthopaedic Hospital is 2 km away, and Parco Nord is 2 km. Supermarkets, pizzerias and other eateries are within a short walk. The area is considered safe to walk at any time, though the metro line does not begin running until 06:30. The neighbourhood is quieter than central Milan, with limited nightlife immediately adjacent.

Standard rooms include air conditioning, minibar, flat-screen satellite TV, private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer, and eco-friendly courtesy set. Some rooms feature a private entrance, stoneware or parquet flooring, and double-glazed windows for heat and sound insulation. The Feng Shui Suite (one in the hotel) has bamboo flooring, FSC-certified wood furniture, chromotherapy, a garden view, and a couch. Family rooms sleep up to 4. Apartments (minimum 3-night stay) include a fully equipped kitchen, microwave, hob, fridge, and separate living area; cleaning is weekly with linen change every 3 days (daily waste collection on request). The dependance annexe offers double rooms in a separate building with no lift, though with the same in-room amenities and access to hotel services. Some rooms can be basic in style and have smaller bathrooms; road-facing rooms may pick up traffic noise.

Breakfast (€9 per person) is an organic buffet with 90% of produce grown naturally, including sweet and savoury items, homemade cakes, fresh fruit, seeds, and gluten-free and vegan products. The BioRiso Restaurant serves over 100 seasonal dishes, specializing in risotto, with gluten-free and allergen-friendly options certified by the Italian Coeliac Association. The BiologicBar offers organic wines, beers, cocktails, herbal teas, and fair-trade chocolate cakes in a garden terrace. Packed lunches can be ordered the day before. The Bio-Shop sells organic products to take away. The restaurant is open Monday-Saturday for dinner (19:00-22:00).

The hotel promotes eco-active stays with partnerships for Nordic walking in Parco Nord (2 km away) and a bike-sharing service (Milan Bike-Mi) with a small repair kit. On-site, guests can book a certified aromatherapy diffuser with a choice of 10 organic essential oils for a 24-hour experience (in-room use, timer included). Ayurvedic herbal teas (16 blends) are available in the room, with kettle sets provided in suites and superior rooms (rentable for €5/day in standard rooms). Walking tours and bike tours are offered at an additional charge, and the hotel provides city maps with metro station information.

The hotel operates a 24-hour reception with express check-in/out. Free WiFi is available throughout. Luggage storage is free for departing guests. Airport shuttle services to Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo are available for a fee (varies by number of passengers and time). The property is fully accessible to wheelchair users and guide dogs, with a lift. Pets are allowed on request (€10/day). Family amenities include high chairs, cots, cribs, and a children's menu. Laundry, ironing, and meeting/banquet facilities are available for an additional charge. Safety features include CCTV, smoke alarms, key access, and a safety deposit box.