Dein Aufenthalt — Melograni
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Das Eigentum — Melograni
Melograni is a calm, family-run four-star a short walk from Vieste’s historic centre and the main beach. The lobby feels more like a welcoming villa than a hotel, with terracotta floors, exposed stone walls, and a small pool tucked behind the building. It suits travellers who want solid comfort, a quiet evening base, and easy access to both the old town and the sea—without resort-style frills.
Chroniken von Vieste
Vieste was settled by the Daunii tribe before becoming a Roman port, later fortified by the Normans and Swabians. Its whitewashed old town clings to a rocky peninsula, with narrow alleys and a towering 13th-century cathedral. The famous Pizzomunno monolith—a 25-metre limestone stack on the beach—is the local symbol, and features in a folk tale about a sailor turned to stone. Today, Vieste remains a working fishing port as well as a summer resort, with a lively evening passeggiata along the seafront promenade.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Vieste-Guide →Die besten Monate
June to September for reliable sun and sea temperatures around 24-26°C; July and August are hottest and busiest.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the absolute peak, driven by Italian Ferragosto (15 August) and school holidays. Hotel prices often double, and the beaches and old town are packed from mid-morning onward.
Budget Schulter Saison
Late May, early June, and September offer lower prices, quieter streets, and still-warm swimming. Room rates at places like Melograni can drop 30-40% versus August.
Wetter & Verpackung
Vieste gets sirocco winds from North Africa that can push temperatures above 35°C, occasionally bringing fine Saharan dust. Pack light linens, a wide-brimmed hat, and a thin scarf for wind protection on boat trips.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Vieste
- The ZTL (limited traffic zone) in Vieste’s historic centre is strictly enforced from June to September with automatic cameras—drivers without a hotel permit can face fines up to €100. The hotel can provide a temporary pass.
- The 2026 summer ferry and bus schedules to the Tremiti Islands are likely to start by late June; book at least 48 hours ahead in July.
- A new pedestrian-only stretch of the lungomare (seafront promenade) was completed in early 2025, making the walk from the port to the castle much easier for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Melograni, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, such as 4th or 5th floor, to minimize street noise from the Lungomare Europa. These rooms are also likely to have a more stable Wi-Fi connection.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance and lift, as they may be prone to noise from the hotel operations and guest traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the 4th or 5th floor with a sea-facing orientation may offer views of the Adriatic Sea, although the hotel's address on Lungomare Europa suggests that the sea views may not be directly in front of the hotel.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above are likely to be quieter due to fewer rooms and less foot traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some noise from the street, particularly in the evenings when the Lungomare Europa is more lively. The hotel's location in Vieste may also mean some noise from nearby restaurants and bars.
Insider tips
Book a room with a sea view to make the most of your stay. Also, request a room with a balcony to enjoy the Adriatic Sea views and fresh air.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Melograni
free, 50 Mbps speed, login via room key card
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on room tablets
15:00 - 01:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 16:00 €30, thereafter €50
available 24/7, €5 per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance and lift; some rooms adapted
on-site parking €20 per night; nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Lungomare' €18 per day; EV charging available on request
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Chiesa di San Lorenzo (374 m · ~5 min walk)
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Piazzale Europa capolinea / Lungomare Europa — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots near the port — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller bars and market stalls often cash-only; contactless and mobile pay common.
Tipping not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2€ for good service is appreciated; taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: 1-2€ per bag for porters.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Caffè espresso at a bar counter: about 1.00–1.20€.
Panini or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria: 4–6€.
Pizza margherita or pasta dish in a trattoria: 8–12€ for a main.
Look for panzerotti and frittura di pesce at takeaway kiosks near the port or in the historic centre’s narrow lanes.
Supermercati like Conad, Eurospin, and Lidl are common in the area.
For affordable basics, check out the market stalls on Via XXIV Maggio (Tuesdays) or chain stores like OVS and Kiabi along Viale XXV Aprile.
Walk — Vieste’s centre is compact. For longer trips, a local bus ticket costs about 1.30€; from the airport (e.g., Bari or Foggia), take a regional train to Foggia then a local bus to Vieste (cheapest combo, ~12–15€ total).
Buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not beach kiosks. Eat the fixed-price tourist menu for lunch — often 10-15€ for two courses and drink. Skip bottled water in restaurants and ask for tap water (acqua del rubinetto) to save a few euro.
Gut zu wissen — Vieste
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
ViesteIn Vieste, dial 112 for police (Carabinieri), 118 for ambulance, and 115 for fire. The local Polizia Municipale can be reached on 0884 7091 for non-urgent matters. For mountain rescue or coastal emergencies, call 1515.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vieste, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Melograni
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Bari Centrale railway station → Vieste (bus leg drops near Hotel La Caravella)
💡 Buy a single ticket from Bari Centrale to 'Vieste'—it covers the train to Foggia and the connecting bus. The bus terminates at Piazzale Aldo Moro; your hotel is 300m walk. Don't sit in first class on the train, it's identical seats.
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) → Vieste bus terminal (Piazzale Aldo Moro)
💡 Book a week ahead for the best price. This bus stops at Peschici and Rodi Garganico en route, so it's slower but cheaper than Pugliairbus.
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) → Vieste bus terminal (Piazzale Aldo Moro)
💡 Buy tickets online at Aeroflotte or from the airport tabacchi. Bags go in the hold, but buses can get crowded in July—arrive 20 mins early.
Bari Airport → Hotel La Caravella, Vieste (Via Trento 18)
💡 Agree a fixed price before you set off. Use trusted companies like TaxiVieste24. If you're four people, it's roughly €48 each—comparable to a train + bus trip.
Über Vieste
Wikipedia ↗
Vieste (Italian: [ˈvjɛste, viˈɛste]; Viestano: Vìst) is a town, comune and former Catholic bishopric in the province of Foggia, in the Apulia region of southeast Italy. A marine resort in Gargano, Vieste has received Blue Flags for the purity of its waters from the Foundation for Environmental Educ...
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What are the best rooms at Melograni?
Request a room on a higher floor, such as 4th or 5th floor, to minimize street noise from the Lungomare Europa. These rooms are also likely to have a more stable Wi-Fi connection.
Which rooms should I avoid at Melograni?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance and lift, as they may be prone to noise from the hotel operations and guest traffic.
Is Melograni noisy?
Be prepared for some noise from the street, particularly in the evenings when the Lungomare Europa is more lively. The hotel's location in Vieste may also mean some noise from nearby restaurants and bars.
Which rooms have the best views at Melograni?
Rooms on the 4th or 5th floor with a sea-facing orientation may offer views of the Adriatic Sea, although the hotel's address on Lungomare Europa suggests that the sea views may not be directly in front of the hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at Melograni?
Book a room with a sea view to make the most of your stay. Also, request a room with a balcony to enjoy the Adriatic Sea views and fresh air.
What time is check-in at Melograni?
Check-in at Melograni is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Melograni have Wi-Fi?
free, 50 Mbps speed, login via room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Melograni?
€3.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Melograni?
Panini or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria: 4–6€.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Melograni?
Walk — Vieste’s centre is compact. For longer trips, a local bus ticket costs about 1.30€; from the airport (e.g., Bari or Foggia), take a regional train to Foggia then a local bus to Vieste (cheapest combo, ~12–15€ total).
When is the best time to visit Vieste?
June to September for reliable sun and sea temperatures around 24-26°C; July and August are hottest and busiest.
Top-Attraktionen in Vieste
💡 Visit at sunset when the light hits the limestone. The crypt is open for free—look for the old fresco fragments on the columns.
💡 Walk to the monolith at low tide—you can touch the base. The beach is free public access, but the first few rows of umbrellas are private. Stick to the waterline.
💡 Come early (before 9am) on weekdays to get a spot on the slab. Bring water shoes—the rocks are sharp. Free, but no facilities.
💡 Start at the end of the marina road. The trail is not always well-marked—take a photo of the map at the start. Best in late afternoon for shade and golden light on the rocks.
💡 Admission is cheap (around €3). Check the schedule—they sometimes have free entry on the first Sunday of the month. Climb the tower for a sweeping view of the coast.