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.

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

Subtly elegant style with expansive backlit photographs of the city in every room.

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

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.

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

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

Order it up at onsite Butterfly, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Or pull up a red stool at the minimalist Fashion Bar.

Whatever time you stumble in, the 24-hour front desk serves up service with a smile.

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

Spacious rooms with bright, arty décor. Did we mention the comfy beds?

Funky furniture in the lobby gives the place a cool, quirky vibe.

Thankfully-soundproofed airport hotel is also blissfully close to Lake Maggiore. (Alpine views! Boat rides to Isola Bella island!)

Terminal 1 to the left, Terminal 2 to the right. Closer to your flight, and you’d be on the tarmac.