Survival Guide - Milan and the Lakes - page 282

› If you're visiting during the Furniture Fair or any of the four fashion shows, you'll
need to book at least a month in advance, if not more.
› Some prime hotels are located for easy access to the Fiera, but aren't always
convenient for tourists. To be sure, book somewhere within the second ring road.
› Cheaper accommodation clusters around the central station and in the Navigli. If
staying in the latter watch out for nearby clubs and book your room accordingly.
› For character, value and a quiet residential vibe seek out hotels in Brera, San
Babila and around the Giardini Pubblici and Corso Venezia.
Useful Websites
Lonely Planet ( www.lonelyplanet.com ) Book hostels and high-end hotels online.
Home Away ( www.homeaway.com ) Rent apartments and studios direct from owners
for the best savings in town.
Hotels in Milan ( www.hotelsinmilan.it ) The leading provider for hotel and B&B book-
ings in Milan.
B&B Italia ( www.bbitalia.it ) A dedicated B&B portal with prices ranging from €25 to
€75 per person.
Best Budget
Vietnamonamour ( www.vietnamonamour.com ) Vibrant rooms with a splash of Viet-
namese colour.
La Cordata ( www.ostellolacordata.com ) Spotless shared and private rooms decked out
with a dash of design brio.
Hotel Casa Mia ( www.hotelcasamia.com ) Newly renovated, modern rooms close to
the Giardini Pubblici.
Ariston Hotel ( www.aristonhotel.com ) Kitschy '70s decor and a fabulous central loca-
tion.