Villa crespi I found very stodgy, Al Soriso less so. I would suggest lunch at Al Soriso. The food is superb,as well as the service - less oppressive during daylight. I found the Hotel Orta on the lake a great value. Ask for a lake view room. My room overlooked the charming square and lake. If you are a light sleeper, stay away from the square... Ranco, in my opinion, and I respect the Broveli family, can't compare to Al Soriso, and it isn't much closer to Malpensa.