NYX Hotel Milan by Leonardo Hotels
by the TopOfHotel team
A 4-star that puts real urban art on every wall and a 360-degree cocktail bar on the roof, steps from Corso Buenos Aires.
A 4-star that puts real urban art on every wall and a 360-degree cocktail bar on the roof, steps from Corso Buenos Aires.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
NYX Hotel Milan by Leonardo Hotels leans into its urban-art concept from the lobby on - every wall is covered in graffiti and contemporary pieces from several artists, and it reads as real commitment rather than off-the-shelf prints. Rooms carry the theme through: moody black-and-grey tones, pop art and neon that set them apart from a standard chain 4-star. Each comes with free high-speed Wi-Fi, split air-con, a large-screen TV and the usual 4-star amenities. Rooms are medium-sized but laid out cleverly, and floors 4 and up tend to run quieter than the lower ones. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness and the feeling that this is not your usual hotel.
Food and amenities
The rooftop terrace is the headline. It wraps 360 degrees around the Milan skyline, and the bar pours both cocktails and wine - ideal for a sunset drink or a warm-up before a night out. The fitness centre is well-equipped for a workout mid-trip, and the in-house night club runs on weekends for guests who want to keep going. Breakfast is served as a buffet, though several guests flag the price as steep next to the cafes on Corso Buenos Aires that serve a fresh cornetto for under 3 euros.
Location and getting there
NYX sits about 400 metres from Milano Centrale - a 5-to-7-minute walk via Via Ferrante Aporti, or straight along Corso Buenos Aires, the 1.5-km shopping strip lined with brand-name and local shops plus plenty of food. The M2 Lima metro stop is a 5-minute walk, which makes Duomo, Brera and Navigli easy to reach. For the airport, the Malpensa Express from Milano Centrale gets you to Malpensa in roughly 50 minutes.
Things to know before booking
Rooms near the bar or night club can pick up music on Friday and Saturday nights - ask for floor 4 or higher, and rooms facing Corso Buenos Aires sit quieter than the main-road side. The buffet breakfast is not worth the price when cafes around the corner do it cheaper and fresher. And the dark, medium-sized rooms will not suit anyone after bright, airy classic-luxury space - that crowd should book elsewhere on this list.
Our take
NYX Hotel Milan is the pick for design-minded travelers, younger couples and solo guests who want a 4-star with a real personality, not just a place to sleep. If you like the urban-art vibe and a rooftop drink before heading out to Navigli, this is the strongest option in its price band. Anyone chasing quiet or classic luxury should choose a different hotel on the list - but on character per euro near the station, NYX is hard to beat.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- The rooftop terrace-bar is the single most-praised feature, with 360-degree views over Milan and a list that covers both cocktails and wine - good for sunset drinks or a warm-up before a night out.
- The urban-art concept is genuine: graffiti and contemporary pieces from several named artists cover the walls, giving the place a personality you do not get from a standard chain 4-star.
- Location works hard - 400 metres from Milano Centrale and right on Corso Buenos Aires, the 1.5-km shopping strip with H&M, Zara, local shops and plenty of food.
- Rooms are clean and modern, and a recent Trip.com guest singled out the excellent reception and door staff plus the pleasant al-fresco area.
- The in-house night club runs Friday and Saturday, so night owls can keep the evening going without leaving the building.
- Rooms close to the bar or night club can pick up music on Friday and Saturday nights - ask for floor 4 or higher if you want quiet.
- Several guests say the buffet breakfast is not worth the price when cafes on Corso Buenos Aires serve a fresh cornetto for under 3 euros.
- The moody black-and-grey rooms run medium-sized and lean dark, so anyone who wants bright, airy classic-luxury space should look elsewhere on the list.
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Insider Tips
- The rooftop bar gets packed from 7 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. For the same view with a calmer crowd, go 5-6 pm on a weekday instead.
- Rooms facing Corso Buenos Aires are quieter than the main-road side - say so at booking or check-in if sleep matters more than the view.
- Skip the in-house breakfast and walk to a Corso Buenos Aires cafe for a fresh cornetto and espresso under 3 euros, then take the metro from M2 Lima.