If you want to be in the middle of it all, you can't go wrong with Eugenio and Loretta's place. <-- I love them! It was a five minute walk from Garibaldi train station and Loretta provided can't-miss walking directions to the apartment (and during my whole stay). Being on the third floor, your bedroom gives a *spectacular* view of Porta Garibaldi arch! All public transit options are super close--perfect if you want to come and go throughout the day to drop off purchases, freshen up, change clothes, etc.--and my room was clean and the bed comfortable. I felt very at home. Prompt and accurate communication via email and/or phone (WhatsApp is your friend). As advertised, the apartment does not have air conditioning, but there's a large fan in the bedroom, and the windows open to invite a breeze--these were plenty for me. If I'm ever back in Milano, Eugenio and Loretta are the first people I'd try to stay with. Highly recommend!