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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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