Residenza Ortensia  

In Luino, about 3 km from the town centre, this garden-facing hotel and apartment setup is perfect for easy walks to Casa Camuzzi, Santa Maria degli Angeli and San Lorenzo Cathedral. It's roughly 15 miles from Lugano Station and 38 miles from Milan Malpensa — pet-friendly and family-friendly.

Rooms and units offer garden or mountain views, private-entrance options and air conditioning. Kitchenettes come with a dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine, plus flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes and private bathrooms; the property also features a sauna, hot tub, massage room and yoga classes.

Highlights include a bar, barbecue and picnic areas, a garden, bicycle rental, free Wi‑Fi, parking and a 24-hour front desk. Wake up to garden or mountain views and unwind in the sauna or hot tub.

A conference hall and meeting facilities are available, with Wi‑Fi throughout and elevator access for convenience.

Buffet breakfasts feature warm dishes, local specialties and fresh pastries. The family-friendly on-site restaurant serves dinner, brunch, cocktails and high tea, and there's a bar for evening drinks.