Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Meliá Hotel

We (my husband and I) just returned from our trip to Milan and had the pleasure of staying at the Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Melia Hotel. It is a stunning property that was formerly the headquarters for a large Italian Insurance Firm that they have gut renovated to have all...

We (my husband and I) just returned from our trip to Milan and had the pleasure of staying at the Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Melia Hotel. It is a stunning property that was formerly the headquarters for a large Italian Insurance Firm that they have gut renovated to have all the offerings (and more) of a 5-star hotel. The rooms are beautiful and elegant/modern. Housekeeping & turn down service was always prompt and did an excellent job. They took the time to think about small touches that went a long way, for me this was providing both hair dryers AND straighteners (a bonus) and for my husband in addition to the usual amenity kits they had lip balm and rich hand cream which was a must with the chilly Milan weather. They had plenty of hangers and lots of storage so our bags/wardrobe could neatly be put away. They had 3 restaurants on site, a bar on the ground floor, an Asian restaurant on the 4th floor, and primary restaurants/patio on the 5th floor that serves breakfast daily. We never had an issue getting a table, even last minute, and the service was always impeccable. The spa in the basement is GORGEOUS, and I recommend bringing your swimsuit for a dip in the pool or at minimum just visit the spa for the steam/sauna. We had the hotel assist us with purchasing AC Milan tickets and they exceeded our expectations. They found us amazing seats and arranged transportation to the game for us. A huge thank you to both Jessica and Luca who were extremely attentive and helpful in making that experience happen. The location is steps away from the Duomo and the Galleria making it a desirable location for anyone wanting to be in the action of the city. For us New Yorkers we never had an issue with noise (the Milan tram system runs right by the hotel) but if you are a sensitive sleeper I'd ask for your room to be higher up (floors 3-4). We personally loved being so close to the transportation options as we had short commutes getting around the city in the cold weather. For anyone looking at this hotel, book it! We loved every minute of it and it will be our home base in Milan when we return.

Just got home from our fantastic trip to Italy with Milan as the final leg of our trip. This property served as the grand finale with the ultra modern room and amenities, outstanding restaurant and outdoor bar, and perhaps best of all, the outstanding staff. The hotel staff is elite...

Just got home from our fantastic trip to Italy with Milan as the final leg of our trip. This property served as the grand finale with the ultra modern room and amenities, outstanding restaurant and outdoor bar, and perhaps best of all, the outstanding staff. The hotel staff is elite and one of the best most accommodating and helpful staffs I’ve ever experienced (Seoul’s Grand Hyatt being the other). Daniel and his female colleague whose name escapes me at the concierge desk was simply first rate in all their recommendations. So was the front desk staff at check in who made us feel like royalty, and the front desk staffer who was so spot on on her recommendation of a local brand shopping area (near Brera) for what we were looking for. The female restaurant manager whose name I didn’t catch was so helpful and attentive to our needs. The location of the hotel is hard to beat (less than a football field walk to the Duomo) and shopping and restaurants. Bathroom was amazing and room came with every amenity imaginable from state of the steamer and some hair curling device I don’t know about but she appreciated. Overall, an outstanding, elite level property!

I’m a handicapped. I was too tired and needed just a sofa at the lobby for 20 mins and a coffee. Melia hotel was closed for the private party. Anyway, the manager allowed me to sit inside the very distingue interior and to have my coffee. The high level of...

I’m a handicapped. I was too tired and needed just a sofa at the lobby for 20 mins and a coffee. Melia hotel was closed for the private party. Anyway, the manager allowed me to sit inside the very distingue interior and to have my coffee. The high level of services starts from the empathy! If the hotel helps not only to its guest and is opened to all adequate people it generates hotel’s success. Kindest regards to the manager and the doorman who helped me. Next my visit to Milano will be with this beautiful hotel.