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

The buffet-style breakfast features fresh pastries, locally-sourced produce, artisanal jams, bottomless coffee & more. Oh, and it's on the house(!).

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.

Breakfast starts at 6am so early flights don't equal hunger pangs.

On the River Adda, benefiting from the halo of proximity to the world-famous Lake Como. Also: free house bikes!

Get the night (or afternoon) started without leaving the onsite bar.

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

Spacious rooms with modern décor and super-comfy beds.

Well-place Lugano home base close to shops, dining – all the good stuff.

Modest rooms have modern touches, like sleek decor and plenty of plugins.

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

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.

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