Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Meliá Hotel: A Gran Meliá Palace Between the Duomo and the Castello

Palazzo Cordusio, a Gran Meliá Hotel, occupies a monumental early-20th-century palace on Piazza Cordusio, halfway between the Duomo and the Castello Sforzesco in the absolute center of Milan. Its grand Belle Époque architecture has been restored into one of the city's most impressive luxury addresses, with terraces looking toward the cathedral.

The dining spans continents. Isola serves a refined journey through the cuisine of Capri, Sicily and Sardinia with Duomo views; SACHI is a refined Japanese destination with an omakase counter and a Duomo-facing terrace; and the courtyard Giardino Cordusio is an elegant Italian bistro and cocktail bar.

For a grand, central Milan stay with cathedral views, Palazzo Cordusio is a standout.

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