Genius Hotel Downtown, in the city center, offers WiFi, dry cleaning, babysitting, and meeting spaces. The concierge assists with local attractions. Former guests consistently praise the helpful staff.
Located in Milan Centre neighbourhood, Genius Hotel Downtown is connected to the convention centre. Cathedral of Milan and Teatro alla Scala are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Via Montenapoleone Fashion District. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at San Siro Stadium or Forum di Milano. Visit our Milan travel guide
Via Porlezza 4, Milan, MI, 20123
What's nearby
Castello Sforzesco
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Teatro alla Scala
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Piazza del Duomo
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cathedral of Milan
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Cairoli Station
2 min walk
Milan Cadorna Nord Station
7 min walk
Linate Airport (LIN)
35 min drive
Restaurants
Caffe Dante
2 min walk
Five Guys Via Dante
3 min walk
Van Bol & Feste
2 min walk
Signorvino
2 min walk
McDonald's
2 min walk
About this property
Genius Hotel Downtown
Hotel near Teatro alla Scala
A short walk from Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Piazza del Duomo, Genius Hotel Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, babysitting and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge).
Other perks at this hotel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
A banquet hall, a front desk safe and laundry services
A lift, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Genius Hotel Downtown boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as safes and WiFi.
Available in some public areas: WiFi (EUR 9 per stay)
Parking and transport
24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 20 per person
Coffee and tea in common areas
Family friendly
Babysitting
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
Lift
More
4 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pay films
TV with premium cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Hob
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50.00, per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 35 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 3 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 per person
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: EUR 9 per stay (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: EUR 9 per stay (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle
Pet deposit: EUR 35 per stay
Pet fee: EUR 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Genius Downtown
Genius Downtown Hotel
Genius Downtown Milan
Genius Hotel
Genius Hotel Downtown
Genius Hotel Downtown Milan
Hotel Genius
Hotel Genius Downtown
Frequently asked questions
Is Genius Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 3 kg per pet. There's a deposit of EUR 35 per stay and a fee of EUR 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Genius Hotel Downtown?
As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Genius Hotel Downtown on 11 Mar 2026 start from AU$273, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Genius Hotel Downtown?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Genius Hotel Downtown?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Genius Hotel Downtown provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of EUR 90 per vehicle applies.
Where is Genius Hotel Downtown located?
Located in Milan Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Teatro Dal Verme, Teatro alla Scala and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are also within 15 minutes. Cairoli Station is only a 2-minute walk and Cairoli M1 Tram Stop is 2 minutes.
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Reviews
Genius Hotel Downtown Reviews
8.4
Very good
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The room was spacious and clean. Bathroom clean, shower is small and the hot water pressure was very low. The staff were very friendly. Hotel is in a fantastic location with all the major attractions within easy walking distance.
Excellent care from the front desk. Amazing location just 5-10 minute walk to the castle and The Las Supper and 10 minute walk to the stunning Milano Cathedral. Try the Risotto restaurant nearby - it’s retro style with authentic dishes.
They let us check in early morning as soon as we arrived which was extremely nice and helpful. Could not have asked for anything more being we were tired and sleepy after a long flight. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Thank you so much Genius Hotel. Highly recommended and would stay again.
This hotel has very convenient location in walking distance to the major attractions, Duomo, Sforzesco Castle, shopping, etc. Easy transportation, train and Metro also close by. Small rooms. Good for a couple of days.
We had a few issues with the room. Air con didnt work so we got a fan sent up. Shower head didnt stay upright. But staff were lovely, breakfst had lots of choice. Beds were comfortable.
Very convenient location. A few minutes from Duomo and Cardona station.
Quiet with windows closed, but noisy at night with them open. We were next to the lift so other guests woke us up! But a great value 3 star hotel.
My single room was small and not at all fancy, but it was clean and comfortable. The common areas and exterior for the downtown Milan location do not match the photos on this website--the real thing is actually nicer than what is pictured. The current photos must be from another location. We found the staff helpful and we loved a few of the details like free refills on sparkling water in the lobby.
The location was really nice in the middle of the city between the castle and the duomo. Breakfast is crazy expensive, but there is enough places to get breakfast nearby. There was a lot of noise from the elevator which was very annoying especially at night but also the hallways were very loud. The beds were nice and the hotel has a modern look to it. The badroom especially the shower sink, needs a thorough cleaning, every time they just put a towel on there but it does not help a lot with the smell.