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

Rooms are chock-full of boutiquey charm (but it’s the welcome chocolates that win the day).

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

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

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

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!)

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.

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

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

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

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

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