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

Free WiFi satisfies both biz travelers and social media addicts.

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

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

Complimentary breakfast features a mix of American classics (cereal!) and European favorites (prosciutto!).

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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