Plus, with all that Milan has to offer for visitors, it is a popular destination all year long, so it’s hard to find a bargain no matter what time of year you come. There are plenty of charming, budget hotels in Milan to be found, though, thanks to an abundance of family-run pensions and small, local hotels.

We’ve picked a handful of our favorites in Milan, so you can easily book your next vacation.

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Best budget hotels in Milan, Italy

Read on for our top picks of budget hotels in Milan for this year. Each option offers great rates, plus perks like a central location, plentiful amenities, or charming decor.

Malta is a family-run hotel that attracts Cheapos with great prices.

Hotel Malta

Neighborhood: Citta’ Studi
Doubles averaging $98 per night

The Hotel Malta is a perfect cheapo spot, with an excellent Citta’ Studi location, comfortable lodgings, and a welcoming staff. Rooms are pretty simple in design, but amenities are aplenty including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. Read the full review

Aspromonte Hotel sits right on the edge of a local park in Milan.

Hotel Aspromonte

Neighborhood: Citta’ Studi
Doubles averaging $107 per night

The clean, sleek Aspromonte combines a warm family-friendly atmosphere with modern style. The location is prime, but still quiet. Room amenities include clean private bathrooms, air conditioning, televisions and free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate. Read the full review

Staying at Garda feels like staying with family.

Garda

Neighborhood: Central Station and Buenos Aires
Doubles from averaging $131 per night

With a convenient location near the train station, Garda stands out from the budget hotels surrounding it, thanks to its lively décor and staff members that treat guests like family. You may feel particularly drawn to hang out in the lobby, which feels regal. Read the full review

The bright, recently renovated rooms at Hotel 22 Marzo are welcoming and Cheapo-approved.

Hotel 22 Marzo

Neighborhood: Around Viale Corsica & Corso Marzo
Doubles averaging $133 per night

Convenient and cute, Hotel 22 Marzo features a friendly staff, recently renovated guest rooms, and modern amenities. Create comforts include air conditioning, TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is steps from a tram stop, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. Read the full review

Could Hotel Ideale be ideal for your trip to Milan?

Ideale

Neighborhood: Citta’ Studi
Doubles averaging $145 per night

They don’t call it “ideale” for nothing! This three-star hotel sits on a charming, tree-lined boulevard and offers cozy rooms. Some even have balconies, a welcome addition. Bathrooms are private, spacious, and clean, and you get free Wi-Fi and breakfast included in your stay. Read the full review

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But how can you make this dream happen without staying at a fancy beach resort or expensive apartment rental?

For starters, you can book an affordable hotel like we did on a recent trip to Portovenere. Located just south of the famous Cinque Terre region, this tiny seaside village provides the scenery and sun-soaked flavor without all of the tourists and high prices.

Before you check any place else, take a look at Affittacamere La Lanterna. With a 9.3 rating on Booking.com and Cheapo-friendly rates, this small hotel is exactly the kind of place we love checking in to.

Ring the bell and look up for a friendly Italian woman ready to welcome you.

Arriving in Portovenere

Accessible right on the main drag of Portovenere, Via Capellini, Affittacamere La Lanterna puts you right in the heart of the town. When we arrived to the tiny door at #109 on the street, we rang a buzzer and a friendly woman smiled down from a few floors up and came down to let us in.

Looking into the room from the oceanfront balcony.

The rooms

After she showed us to room #535, we threw open the window shutters to reveal an amazing view of the water. Our room was small but with a balcony that opens right onto a stunning water view, we didn’t need another inch of space. The air-conditioned room was super clean and the bathrooms were spacious and modern. If you do need to stare at a screen instead of looking at the harbor, the hotel has complimentary Wi-Fi.

The private balconies at Affittacamere La Lanterna.

Sea view balconies

Sure the bed was comfy, but the best perk was the oceanfront porch you get with your room. On the cozy balcony, we watched people swim and sunbathe later in the afternoon. The view was so wonderful, we could have spent half the day just hanging out here.

Enjoy breakfast and coffee in the communal dining room.

Happy Hour, al fresco style

We don’t know about you, but our favorite part of the day is just before the sun goes down and it’s time to crack open a bottle of wine. We popped into a little shop on the main drag to find a tasty and very affordable bottle of Ligurian rose. Sitting on your balcony at Affittacamere La Lanterna, you can sip your wine before heading out for dinner at one of the local restaurants.

Happy hour on the patio with a bottle of Ligurian Rose.

Breakfast at the hotel

Breakfast is available. You can enjoy it in the communal breakfast room or take it on your patio. There is also a coffee machine if you need a quick pick-me-up.

How to find an affordable rate

The price for this wonderful experience? Only €81 per night! We stayed on a Sunday night, so we were able to save on a weekend rate and the village was a little less busy than usual for a sunny spring weekend. Search for available dates at Affittacamere La Lanterna.

A ferry floats past Affittacamere La Lanterna headed to the Cinque Terre.

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From tourist traps to pricey restaurants and hotels that empty the wallet before you can even start exploring the region, the Amalfi Coast isn’t always cheap… but it can be! With an enduring cheapo spirit, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday at an affordable price.

We dove deep to find the top cheap hotels along the coast, and of course, we made sure to choose hotels that also deliver high on the charm, cleanliness, kindness and important amenities.

Top cheap hotels on the Amalfi Coast

Read on to find your home-away-from-home on the Amalfi Coast. After you book your hotel, don’t forget to check out these five budget tips for vacationing on the Amalfi Coast.

Il Borgo

Rooms from $57 a night

With views of quaint, calm streets and balcony rooms with sweeping mountain vistas, The Il Borgo is a cheapo paradise. While it doesn’t fall short on views, this spot doesn’t skimp on amenities, either. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are free, and some rooms even include kitchens — complete with an oven and dishwasher! Book your suite here.

Soak up the sun on the terrace of B&B Sotto un Tetto. All hotel photos from Booking.com

B&B Sotto un Tetto

Rooms from $68 a night

Just four minutes (on foot!) from the beach, The B&B Sotto un Tetto offers bright and comfortable rooms at budget-friendly rates. From the guest kitchen to the rooms with private baths, the hotel is drenched in pastel hues, creating a cheery vibe. Breakfast is included, rooms are air-conditioned and Wi-Fi is free. Book your stay here.

Ask for a room with a balcony at Gli Dei Gemelli 2.

Gli Dei Gemelli 2

Rooms from $79 a night

Pleasant rooms and friendly staff are the name of the game at Gli Dei Gemelli 2. Some rooms offer views of the mountains, and all rooms come with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and free breakfast and Wi-Fi. With a location near a bus stop and the beach, the hotel is ideal for exploring the Amalfi Coast. Book your stay here.

We could get used to the patio at La PPiazzetta

La Piazzetta

Rooms from $77 a night

Want to spend your vacation soaking up the sun while you lie on the beach? Then stay at La Piazzetta, which is a mere 2-minute walk to heaven. Lounge around on the hotel’s terrace, or enjoy the serene environment by booking a room with a balcony. Rooms are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms. Book your room here.

B&B Kebonta has hand-painted artwork in each room.

B&B Kebontà

Rooms from $79 a night

The sweet Kebontà offers charming rooms that feature painted wall murals of the Amalfi region’s landscapes. Many rooms provide outstanding views of the picturesque surroundings. Best of all, the B&B’s host, Luigi, goes above and beyond for visitors — just ask, and he is ready to lend a hand or offer expert travel advice! Book here.

Wow! The view from the terrace at Villa Maria Luigia.

Villa Maria Luigia

Rooms from $112 a night

The Villa Maria Luigia is mere steps from the beach and offers panoramic views of the coast. Floral bedding makes the place feel more like home, and enjoying breakfast on the terrace is an unbeatable way to start each morning. Add in an incredibly accommodating staff, and you’ve got the vacation of your dreams. Book your stay here.

Treat yourself to a bright and beautiful room at B&B Il Pavone.

B&B Il Pavone

Rooms from $129 a night

A bit of a cheapo splurge, the Il Pavone is worth every penny. It’s just a stone’s throw from the beach, and each room offers a balcony with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Breakfast is included with your stay, and to top things off, the B&B offers a garden with hammocks and a wonderful terrace. Book your stay here.

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You can find plenty of hotels with rooms for around $100, but if you’re a true Cheapo like us, you’re looking to go even lower. We checked around and found five hotels in Florence offering rooms for under $100 with a few even hovering as low as $50 per night.

But we’re not just focused on price, because we all know that sometimes you get what you pay for. At EuroCheapo, we take care to choose hotels that we would have no qualms about staying in ourselves. All of the hotels we picked from this list have earned high marks from recent guests and they all offer excellent locations not far from Florence’s main attractions.

A super cheap room with a view at Hotel Giappone.

Hotel Giappone

Doubles from $44

Conveniently situated between the Duomo and main train station, the one-star Hotel Giappone is all about value. Be prepared to walk up to this four-story hotel nestled in a historic building. Colorful rooms with sturdy furniture offer views of the surrounding rooftops. We found $67 double rooms with a private bathroom and $44 rooms if you don’t mind sharing a bathroom down the hall. There are only eight rooms, so make sure to book early, especially in the high season.
Read the full review.

The classy courtyard at Hotel Bavaria.

Hotel Bavaria

Doubles from $53

Enjoy a slice of the Rennaisance at this fabulous one-star hotel. You would think that sleeping with 18th-century frescoes and intricately painted wooden ceilings in your room would break the bank. However, Hotel Bavaria offers double rooms for only $73 with a private bathroom and just $53 for a room with shared facilities.

Read the full review.

Canopy beds add a touch of luxury to this cozy B&B.

Johanna B&B

Doubles from $76

This beautiful bed and breakfast is proof that you don’t need to spend a fortune to splurge for a memorable hotel experience in Florence. Johanna B&B is filled with lovely touches like canopy beds, antique armoires, and 1950’s-style mini-fridges in every room. Even the neighborhood is chic — in a ritzy area just north of San Lorenzo. The price for this near-luxury experience? We found $76 double rooms when searching two months in advance.

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A flat-screen TV and terra cotta floors are just a few of the nice features at Tourist House Ghiberti.

Tourist House Ghiberti

Doubles from $77

With paintings by local artists on the walls and antique wood furniture dotting the rooms, Tourist House Ghiberti is one of the more stylish stays in our Florence guide. You would think it would be hard to find a room under $100, however, if you book in advance, you can find non-refundable rates for only $77. A complimentary breakfast is served each morning and each room comes with a computer and free Wi-Fi. Throw in a Jacuzzi, sauna, and sunny terrace, and you’ll be living the good life at a good price at this chic hotel.

Read the full review.

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