Picturesquely nestled between stunning mountains and the glacial Lake Lugano, this cosy studio apartment is a great base for a couple or a solo traveller wanting to make the most out of all this beautiful Italian-speaking part of Switzerland has to offer. While the studio might be compact in size, it has all the comforts to make your stay a relaxing one, and the shared facilities make this place all the more attractive.

Inside your home will greet you with a bright and inviting open-plan space, with a sofa which transforms into a comfy double bed. There’s also a dining table where you can share meals you'll easily rustle up in the kitchenette area – if you don’t feel like cooking, there’s also a restaurant and bar downstairs. Later, you may choose to step out onto your private balcony and enjoy a glass of wine in the evening or a freshly brewed espresso in the morning.

Outside you’ll be close to the vibrant Piazza Della Riforma, the heart of the city, which you can reach in twenty minutes by walking. You’ll also find a charming local farmers’ market offering the best fresh produce. For business travellers, the apartment is just an eleven-minute walk from the Centro Esposizioni Lugano exhibition centre and an eighteen-minute walk from the Palazzo Dei Congressi Lugano.

Home truths:
*This apartment is located on the second floor accessible by lift
*This is a studio apartment, your living area and bedroom will be in a shared space
*The sleeping arrangements here consist of a double sofa bed only
*Facilities including the gym, coworking space, garden and restaurant are free to use and are shared with the building's other residents
*We think the kitchen is better suited to lighter bites than large meals
*Laundry facilities are shared with the building's other residents
*Your nearest airport is Italy's Milan Malpensa, an hour's drive away
*Your host owns multiple apartments within this building, so the exact view, furnishings and layout might differ from the photos