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.

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

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.

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

Ultracomfy and extra spacious. Pick your fave pillow and settle in for serious dreaming.

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

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

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

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.

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.

Oooh, baby – this is quite the setting. Give the surrounding panorama a complimentary low whistle.

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

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

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