The Bulgari hotel and resort line has hotels and resorts in Milan, Bali and soon in London. The Bulgari hotel in Milan is everything you would expect and more, it gives of an effortlessly stylish, sexy vibe which is reflected in all aspects of the decoration right down to the vases of flowers on the table. It is situated on a private street in the heart of Milan's fashion district and the building was once an 18th century Milanese palazzo that has been tastefully renovated into the stunning hotel it is today. The whole place oozes relaxation and it even has its own 4000 square meter botanical garden which is connected to the botanical gardens of Milan just nearby. It is a real palace to calm and serenity in the midst of the busy city of Milan.
The decor is just like a chocolate box, a rich combination of browns, blacks and whites all juxtaposed to create the perfect scene. The staff are all dressed in super smart uniforms and are never seen with a hair out of place, although behind this smart, professional facade it is possible to see the friendly, caring personalities of the staff as they welcome you in. The are even design books and glossy magazines on the coffee table for you to read, close to the fire to keep you warm in the cold winter months.
The hotel hosts 58 rooms which includes 11 suites which are luminous in size and highly minimal in decoration. The rooms are designed to create a refined yet welcoming feel to the room and precious materials such as teak just add to the feeling of refinement. Each room looks out onto the botanical gardens or a private courtyard, allowing guests to experience the calmness of outside from the comfort of their rooms.
If the decadence and refinement are not enough for you then the hotel also houses a spa and wellness center where guests can indulge their bodies and spirits in the harmonious atmosphere of the spa. The spa is the perfect example of how well Bulgari do simple elegance. The glass walls of the spa act as a daylight filter, only letting in light up to a certain level to create the relaxed, zen like feeling that is very much needed. The daylight then creates a sparkling effect on the pure gold tiles that line the pool which gives the impression the guests have died and gone to heaven.
There is also a bar in the hotel which draws a voguish crowd of business people, Japanese couples and yummy mummy types to it's tables every night. It is the perfect place to watch the elite of Milan whilst you sip your cocktails. No trip to this hotel is complete without a trip to the bar.
Overall, this hotel is at the height of its game, offering everything imaginable to its guests but of course, at a price. If you want to step off the world for a few days but not be in the middle of nowhere then the Bulgari hotel in Milan is the place for you. For more information and to book a room visit their website here: http://www.bulgarihotels.com/
