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

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

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

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

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.

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.

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

At Corso Como, a centre of fashion in a city dedicated to the craft.

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

Minutes from the metro and even closer to the tramway. But if you prefer to stroll, the Piazza del Duomo is within walking distance.

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

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

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?

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