STAR HOSTEL, Milan

Bus 57 stops directly in front of the building and takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre. From the Via Varesina - Via Mola stop, connections are available to the green and red metro lines serving Milano Centrale and Milano Cadorna stations. Trams and buses to the exhibition centre stop 500 metres away, and the A4 Milan-Brescia motorway is 7 minutes away by car. Restaurants, bars, and a supermarket are within a 5-minute walk. The area is quiet and is about 40 minutes by public transport from Milano Centrale station. The location is well suited for attending events at San Siro or FieraMilano, with the bus providing direct access.

Accommodation types include single beds in 4-bed mixed, 5-bed female, 5-bed mixed, and 7-bed mixed dormitories, as well as private double rooms and single rooms. Dormitories are bright and come with lockers; private rooms have parquet floors. Many rooms feature a balcony or terrace with views, and most rooms have tile or marble flooring. Bed preference can be noted at booking but is not guaranteed. Some rooms have electric shutters. Rooms are generally simple and functional, but can feel warm in summer as cooling relies on fans rather than air conditioning. Road-facing rooms may pick up street noise. Rooms vary in cleanliness and maintenance; some have been noted as basic or dated.

The property does not have a restaurant or serve breakfast. A shared kitchen is equipped with a microwave, kettle, and refrigerator, allowing guests to prepare simple meals and hot drinks. Several restaurants, pizzerias, and a supermarket are within a 5-minute walk, providing options for dining out or buying groceries. Nearby options include Sushi Bambu, Dai Due Fratelli, Pizzeria dei 3 amici, Maison Touareg, and a gelateria.

The hostel does not have a swimming pool, spa, or wellness centre. Leisure options are limited to the shared kitchen and terrace areas, which offer seating and city views.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas. The property is accessed via a lift to the 5th floor of a residential building. Express check-in and check-out are available. A safety deposit box is offered for an additional charge. There is no luggage storage. Room keys must be left at reception when going out, and the entrance door is locked from 00:30 to 09:30, requiring ringing the bell for access. Housekeeping is done daily starting at 08:00; cleaning standards can vary. The hostel is adults-only and non-smoking throughout.