Milan, Lombardy, and the Lakes Hotels

Milan, Lombardy, and the Lakes Hotel Reviews

The hotels in Italy's wealthiest region generally cater to a clientele willing to pay for extra comfort. Outside Milan, many are converted villas with well-landscaped grounds. Most of the famous lake resorts are expensive; more-reasonable rates can be found in the smaller towns. Local tourism offices can be an excellent source of information about affordable lodging.

Prices in almost all hotels can go up dramatically during Milan's big trade fairs, especially during the Furniture Fair in early April. Fashion, travel, and tech fairs also draw big crowds throughout the year, raising prices. In contrast to other cities in Italy, however, you can often find discounts on weekends and higher prices during the week. The three lake districts—Maggiore, Garda, and Como—have little to offer except quiet from November to March, when most gardens, hotels, and restaurants are closed.

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