By Kelly Stavropoulou

Portrait Milano is an emblematic place, familiar to all but known to few. Much more than a hotel, Portrait Milano is not just the address for tailor-made hospitality. It is an authentic way of experiencing the city center with excellent shopping, gastronomic offerings and the events of the Quadrilatero Square.

Once past the majestic baroque portal, the new walk connects Corso Venezia with Via Sant’Andrea through the largest square within the fashion district and accompanies travelers and citizens to discover a secret place in the heart of Milan.

Quadrilatero Square Cross the majestic baroque portal of Corso Venezia 11 and let yourself be amazed: the Portrait Milano hotel overlooks a new square: with its 2,800 square metres, Piazza del Quadrilatero is the largest in the fashion district. In the shade of the fascinating loggia, exclusive boutiques and gourmand experiences await the guests of Portrait Milano, while under the ancient vaults and columns the wellness spaces are revealed – spa, gym and swimming pool (from November 2023) – and environments designed for private events . The new promenade that crosses Piazza del Quadrilatero elegantly connecting Corso Venezia and Via Sant’Andrea also leads to another well-kept secret until now: the internal garden.

The most classic Italian design, with its attention to detail, quality materials and the harmony of shapes and colors. This is the inspiration with which architect Michele Bönan gave life to these 73 romantic suites, family suites and large rooms. In the tradition of the great Milanese residences, a new concept of luxury hospitality in the heart of the Fashion District.

The ancient former Archbishop’s Seminary, a masterpiece of Lombard Baroque begun in 1565, was among the oldest seminaries in Europe and in the world. But also library, printing press, school for children. And in more recent times, from 1980 to 1990, even the creative laboratory of the internationally renowned architect Mario Bellini. Today, thanks to a careful renovation project, the Seminary opens up to the city again thanks to the Portrait Milano project, reviving its historic vocation as the beating heart of hospitality, conviviality and culture in the center of Milan and its Quadrilatero with a contemporary mood .

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