10/10
“Fabulous!”
Gorgeous hotel in an amazing location. We loved the room and the terrace. Outstanding service.
Milan · head to head
Bvlgari Hotel Milano vs Hotel Principe Di Savoia
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Hotel Principe Di Savoia is $1,581 a night less. They are 1.2 km apart.
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
$602/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $28 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Book the Principe di Savoia unless the Bulgari's private garden and pet-friendly hot tub are worth an extra $1,530 a night to you. At $910 versus $2,440, the Principe is the sharper spend, still five stars, still with a proper spa and pool. The Bulgari's edge is real but narrow on paper: pet allowance and a hot tub, plus an address that is quieter and more discreet. Both sit within a fifteen-minute walk of each other in central Milan, so location is not the deciding factor.
The look and the feel
Bvlgari Hotel Milano
The Bulgari occupies a converted 18th-century palazzo behind Via Montenapoleone, designed by Antonio Citterio, and it reads as restrained Milanese modernism rather than period pastiche: travertine, bronze, dark wood, a low-lit calm that never shouts. Its real trick is the private garden, one of the largest in the city centre, which gives the bar and restaurant terraces a hush that's rare this close to the fashion district. The spa pool sits under a glass mosaic ceiling in gold and emerald, more jewel box than gym amenity. The crowd is fashion-week money and people who want anonymity with their luxury.
Right for guests who want a quiet, design-led retreat with a private garden and don't mind paying a premium for discretion near the fashion quarter.
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
The Principe di Savoia is the grande dame on Piazza della Repubblica, a 1927 building with the marble staircases, gilt mirrors and chandeliered lobby of old-school European hotel-keeping, later refreshed but never stripped of its formality. Acanto restaurant and its bar carry a certain Milanese business-lunch gravitas, and the rooftop pool and spa (the Club 10) have long been one of the hotel's signature draws. Rooms trend toward heavier, more classical furnishings than the Bulgari's, aimed at guests who want traditional grandeur over minimalist calm.
Right for guests who want classic grand-hotel scale and ceremony, a rooftop pool, and serious savings on the nightly rate.
The Principe gives up the pet allowance and the hot tub that the Bulgari offers; everything else on the facility list is matched.
The Bulgari is the more beautiful place to actually sit still in, thanks to Citterio's restraint and that walled garden, while the Principe impresses more as a spectacle of old Milanese grandeur.
The numbers
| Bvlgari Hotel Milano | Hotel Principe Di Savoia | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,183 | $602 |
| Guest rating | 9.5/10 | — |
| Reviews | 222 | 151 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 1.2 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Bvlgari Hotel Milano has
- Pet
- Hot tub
Only Hotel Principe Di Savoia has
Nothing on our list that Bvlgari Hotel Milano lacks.
What guests actually say
Bvlgari Hotel Milano
- gorgeous hotel and location
- loved the room and terrace
- outstanding service
“Gorgeous hotel in an amazing location.”
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
- friendly and welcoming staff
- excellent breakfast and dining
- spa and pool a welcome break
- location a bit out of the centre
- tea/coffee facilities not in room
“Fantastic ! I wish I could give it 10 stars !”
Principe Di Savoia's guests come away happier, praising consistently warm staff and standout dining across many detailed reviews, while Bvlgari's praise is real but thinner and less detailed.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Bvlgari Hotel Milano
- Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non SmokingRoom Only$2,165
- Superior, Guest Room, 1 KingRoom Only · free cancellation$2,183
- Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non SmokingBreakfast Included$2,204
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
- Classic RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$602
- HabitacióN Doble EconóMica 1 CamaRoom Only · free cancellation$613
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$616
In guests' own words
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
10/10
“Excellent experience probably best hotel in Milan ”
Excellent hotel with very friendly staff and Excellent food , I had the best Osso buko ever, despite it was in room service which is not usually as good as the food in the restaurant...but this was exquisite....
10/10
“Luxurious retreat in Milano”
Brought my elder parents to this hotel and it was pure luxury! It’s an odd thing to say but the Principe di Savoia is the best smelling hotel I’ve ever been to. It’s like they pump out a signature scent on each floor. Also the pool and the spa were a welcome break from sightseeing.
10/10
“Best hotel in Milano!”
Our stay here at the hotel has been nothing short of phenomenal. The hotel was perfectly located for us to be able to walk to restaurants and to the train station for day trips to Torino and Como. The hotel itself is incredible. The rooms are amazing, as is the bar and restaurant where we had a brilliant breakfast every morning. The cocktails in the bar were first class and perfect for a pre-dinner drink. The sta
About each
Bvlgari Hotel Milano
Luxurious Boutique Property Located adjacent to Milan's prestigious Via Montenapoleone, Bulgari Hotel Milano offers a refined and exclusive experience. The comfortable rooms provide views of the magical garden and Botanical Gardens, blending modern design with high-tech features. Relaxing Spa Retreat Indulge in the spa's indoor swimming pool surrounded by…
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Hotel Principe Di Savoia
Luxurious Amenities Indulge in massages at the full-service spa or relax in the indoor pool and spa tub. Enjoy the convenience of complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Fine Dining and Entertainment Dine at Acanto's restaurant with a bar/lounge or opt for in-room dining. Start your day with a buffet breakfast. Convenient Location Explore nearby…
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Facilities, in full
Bvlgari Hotel Milano
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Hotel Principe Di Savoia
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Health club
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Limo or town car service available
- Full-service spa
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Reception hall
- Covered parking
Where they are
Via Privata Fratelli Gabba 7/BPiazza Della Repubblica 17, Milan, MI, 20124
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