Rialto
Milan

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Rialto Score 8.5+

A The Luxury Collection hotel. Rialto is a Marriott STARS agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Excelsior Hotel Gallia seamlessly blends Milanese elegance with exceptional hospitality in a prime location opposite Milano Centrale. At the heart of the experience is the 1,000 sqm Shiseido Spa Milan & Gallia Health Club, offering complimentary access to an indoor pool, Himalayan salt room, sauna, steam room, relaxation areas, and fitness facilities. Guests can also enjoy exceptional dining curated under the consultancy of the 3 Michelin-starred Cerea Family and sweeping city views from the iconic Terrazza Gallia rooftop.

Piazza Duca D'Aosta 9, 20124 Milan, Italy
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Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

About Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Insider tip

Reserve a table at Terrazza Gallia at sunset for panoramic views over Milan, then ask the concierge about a private wine tasting in the hotel's exclusive cellar.

In the hotel’s own words

Located in the heart of Milan, overlooking Piazza Duca d’Aosta, Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan stands as a timeless gateway to the city, where historic grandeur seamlessly meets contemporary Italian design.

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Originally opened in 1932 and meticulously restored by Studio Marco Piva, the Hotel preserves its iconic Belle Époque façade while unveiling refined, modern interiors.

Home to 235 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, the Hotel offers an exclusive collection of signature themed suites inspired by Milanese culture, style, and craftsmanship. Among them, the Katara Royal Suite represents the pinnacle of luxury, featuring expansive spaces, bespoke design, and an exceptional residential experience.

Located on the sixth and seventh floors of the hotel, the Gallia Health Club & Shiseido Spa Milan offers an exclusive wellness retreat, complemented by a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness center. Inspired by ancient Japanese Shiseido rituals and enhanced by the warmth of Italian hospitality, it provides a transformative experience for body and mind. Complimentary access to the pool, relaxation areas, and fitness center is included for all hotel guests.

A defining highlight of the hotel is Terrazza Gallia, the panoramic rooftop restaurant and bar, offering sweeping views over Milan’s skyline. The gastronomic concept celebrates authentic Italian flavors through a contemporary lens, guiding guests on an unforgettable journey across the tastes, traditions, and aromas of Italy.

Complementing the culinary offering, Gallia Lounge & Bar provides an elegant all-day environment, ideal for business meetings, informal gatherings, or a relaxed break, while the intimate Cigar Lounge offers a discreet and sophisticated retreat for aficionados.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Marriott STARS benefits, included

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Marriott STARS is Marriott's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • Marriott Bonvoy points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking
  • Nightly Upgrade Awards can be applied to these rates

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Rooms and suites

10 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Premium
Guest room, 1 King · A nuanced tribute to the progressive design history of Milan, our Premium Rooms welcome guests with neutral tones and gilded accents that underscore the hotel’s timeless, yet modern aesthetic and frame characteristic views of the renowned Piazza Duca D’Aosta or hotel courtyard through oversized…
280 ft²
2Prestige Twin
Guest room, 2 Twins · Designed to honor Milan’s celebrated culture, Prestige Rooms feature a refined combination of neutral tones and gilded accents that underscore the hotel’s timeless yet modern aesthetic. Over-sized windows let in natural light and offer evocative views of Via Fabio Filzi or the hotel’s courtyard.
344 ft²
3Prestige King
Guest room, 1 King · Designed to honor Milan’s celebrated culture, Prestige Rooms feature a refined combination of neutral tones and gilded accents that underscore the hotel’s timeless yet modern aesthetic. Over-sized windows let in natural light and offer evocative views of Via Fabio Filzi or the hotel’s courtyard.
Members only
4Excelsior
Guest room, 1 King, Piazza view · Designed to honor Milan’s celebrated culture, Excelsior Rooms feature a refined combination of neutral tones and gilded accents that underscore the hotel’s timeless yet modern aesthetic. Oversized windows let in natural light, and a Juliet balcony offers evocative courtyard views.
Members only
5Executive
Suite, 1 King · An ideal choice for business or leisure travelers, Executive Suites immerse guests in Milan’s celebrated sophistication and culture. Select a suite with Technogym equipment and a city view, or opt for a steam and chromotherapy bath overlooking the peaceful courtyard.
Members only
6Panoramic
Suite, 1 King · Connecting the hotel’s evocative history with the city’s present culture, studio-style Panoramic Suites capture the essence of Milanese elegance.
Members only
7Atelier
1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King · Atelier Suites take inspiration from the renowned design workshops that populate Milan, defining it as a center of creative culture. Each suite offers either a privileged view of the bustling Piazza Duca D’Aosta or a calm setting overlooking the tranquil courtyard.
Members only
8Signature
1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King · Inspired by the elegance and glamor of Milanese fashion and design, Signature Suites are glittering reflections of our destination. Unique furniture pieces made in Italy facilitate true Milanese stays for creative minds.
Members only
9Gallia Presidential
1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King · Honoring its namesake, our spacious one-bedroom Gallia Presidential Suite pairs the Excelsior Hotel Gallia’s prestigious past and progressive present by pairing a historical façade dating back to 1932 with a modern interior.
Members only
10Katara Royal
Among Italy’s largest and most opulent suites, our four-bedroom Katara Royal Suite showcases Milanese grandeur along with two spacious seventh-floor terraces.
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Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Marriott STARS always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn Marriott Bonvoy points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

Can my AI assistant book this hotel?

Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT and ask for rates. You finish the booking on a secure Rialto page. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.

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