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.

Warm, classic vibe keeps you cosy as you dream.

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

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

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

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.

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

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Here, they say it’s free (‘cause it is).

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

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

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

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

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