The Hotels

Just a short drive from central Milan, Hotel Ibis Milano Centro is suitably located for exploring famous city attractions such as the iconic Milano Duomo and the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent, housing Leonardo da Vinci’s mural “The Last Supper,” as well as indulging in shopping in both local boutiques and world-famous designer shops. In Basel, Hotel Ibis Basel Bahnhof awaits travellers right next to Basel train station and offers quick access to the city centre and the zoo.

• Rooms kitted out with TV, desk and en suite bathroom with shower facilities
• Check-in from 2pm; check-out by 11am
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Staff speaks English
• No pets allowed

Groupon’s Guide To Milan

A magnet for designers, artists, photographers, and models, Milan is one of the fashion centres of the world, boasting an elegant backdrop rooted in Roman times.

From its imposing historic centre and fashion districts to the countryside outskirts, Milan is a rare and appealing mixture of ancient values and contemporary lifestyle. The Navigli area features an abundance of restaurants, ranging from pizzerias to fine seafood haunts, while Piazza del Duomo, boasting the Milan Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in the world guarding the city’s cobblestoned streets since 1385, opens to shops, theatres, museums, and galleries in the city centre. Big fashion names can be found in the Corso Buenos Aires or Corso Vercelli, and cultural sights are plentiful, including attractions such as the Sforza Castle. Art lovers will rejoice at the chance to take in Italian art from the 14th century to modern times at Pinacoteca di Brera. Milan has a humid subtropical climate with hot days of summer and humid rather cold days of winter. During summer, the temperatures are expected to be around 21°C and sometimes a sudden rain accompanied by thunderstorms will thrill the cityscape. Spring and autumn come with moderate weather conditions when the nights will be colder than the days, and rainy moments will be frequent. Winter knocks at the door with temperatures around 7°C, but the sun won’t shine like in the previous months.

Groupon’s Guide to Basel

Located on the River Rhine, Basel is the cultural centre of Switzerland. The old town allures travellers with its medieval ambience, which is dominated by a 16th-century Town Hall and a 12th-century Gothic cathedral where the city skyline can be admired. Art enthusiasts can indulge in world-famous concerts and remarkable performances, whilst those keen on shopping can explore local boutiques for unique finds. Moments of relaxation can be enjoyed in various cafes or on the banks of the River Rhine which boasts picturesque views.

Basel enjoys a marine west-coast climate with warm summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures can reach peaks of 25°C, whilst autumn brings cooler weather, hovering 15.3°C and could contain a few autumn showers. In the winter, temperatures drop to around 4.7°C and snowfall can be experienced. March is the wettest month of the year and signs of spring can be seen as temperatures begin to rise to around 16°C.