The narrow Via Santa Marta is a slice of old Milan, cobblestoned and lined with charming old buildings, one of which houses the Santa Marta. It's also across the street from one of the city's most atmospheric restaurants (the Milanese), and a short walk from the Duomo and other sights. The tile-floored guest rooms are comfortable and decorated with a matter-of-fact fashion sense, some cramped, others quite large. Still, a recent drastic increase in prices seems to have been unjustified. If they're full, they'll send you to their sister hotel, the Hotel Rovello .