Fodor's Expert Review Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa

Set on a hill overlooking Lugano, Villa Sassa's lake and mountain views are so pretty, you might find it hard to leave the hotel to make the trek into town. The state-of-the-art wellness center is a popular workout hub for local and visiting athletes. Rooms are bright and clean, and each unit has a balcony. The hotel is a 10-minute walk downhill to town, or you can skip the hill and take the funicular for SF1.30.