Dating back to the 17th century, Villa Torretta is an impressive mansion located next to Milan’s Parco Nord and 5 minutes’ walk from Bignami Metro. It offers spacious elegant rooms, free parking and good public transport links.

This castle-like building has its own park and an impressive arched courtyard. Il Vico delle Torretta restaurant is on the top floor and serves a buffet breakfast. From Monday until Friday it offers Italian and Milanese cuisine at lunch and dinner.

Rooms here have a classic design with luxurious fabrics and dark-wood furniture. All air-conditioned, they also feature free internet access and satellite TV.

Set in Sesto San Giovanni, Grand Hotel Villa Torretta is 0.6 mi from Sesto Rondò Metro Station and also has great tram links into Milan city center. It is easily reached from the A4 motorway and Milan’s ring road, and is just 20 minutes’ drive from Fiera Milano exhibition center.