Garden Bar Ceccato is a must for refreshing cocktails & homemade ice cream cups with unbeatable sunset views over the lake.

Hit all the local biggies, and keep your peepers open for Clooney sightings(!).

Brand new place on a quiet street in Parabiago, the City of the Shoes. Cool moveable panels absorb or deflect the sun’s heat to increase energy efficiency.

Gratis breakfast lets ya ciao down with abandon.

Located above one of the largest malls in Italy. Ready, set, shop.

Sleek, minimalist interiors with mid-tone woods and a palette of soothing neutrals.

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Here, they say it’s free (‘cause it is).

Attention to the finest details makes rooms both stunning and cosy.

Conveniently close to EXPO, and there’s a shuttle to whisk you there during events.

Nestled on the hills overlooking Lake Lugano and within walking distance of the centre.

Super easy to get around: Linate Airport is 20 minutes away, the Sesto San Giovanni train station is a ten-minute walk and there’s a bus stop across the street.

Well-placed location 36km from Lugano and 32 from Como – ideal for outdoorsy pursuits like hiking and biking.

24-hour bar at your fingertips... 'cause it's 5 o'clock somewhere.

Fans of the Alfa Romeo brand, rejoice. The museum is only about 3km away (!).