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Top Budget Hotels in Melide

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Frequently asked questions

What is Melide like for travellers on a budget?
Check out cheap places to stay in Melide on Expedia.com and plan a trip that sticks within your budget. You can scroll through a wide offering of accommodation choices with Member Prices to score great deals and earn rewards. Guided by our site’s handy page filters, you can search by price per night, or by amenities that customers often look for like free parking and free breakfast. Or, try refining your search with the location filters to see affordable options around local attractions, such as Lake Lugano or Swissminiatur. While you browse, click the heart button to keep track of your favourites so that you can return to them easily when you’re ready to decide. Need a flight or a rental car along with your hotel? Take a look at the Bundle and Save holiday packages and discover big savings when you reserve your transport at the same time.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Melide?
Based on reviews, Hotel Garni Battello is a popular 3-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Melide?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Melide, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn’t as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Melide is 1548 mm.
What is there to see and do in Melide?
You don’t have to spend a lot to take advantage of things to see and do in Melide. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Lake Lugano, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Monte San Salvatore and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Via Nassa.
How can I get to Melide and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Melide can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from the centre in Lugano (LUG-Agno). However, if that doesn’t suit your budget, you can look into flights to Malpensa International Airport (MXP), which is 25.2 mi (40.5 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Melide Station.