Situated on the ‘heel of the boot’ of Italy, Puglia’s charms are becoming more known to those who are open to venturing somewhere a little different in Europe. For decades, it has been a popular summer location for northern Italians and, thankfully, Puglia remains a place by Italians for Italians. And so far, tourism has not taken over and faded the authentic charm (yet) so you can still mindfully (!!!) enjoy this genuine Italian destination.
We have collected the 10 best small boutique hotels and bed & breakfast hotels for you to stay at on your trip. Charming little hotels and authentic holiday rentals that will accommodate you in the best way possible!
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Find cheaper options (<150€ per night) further below.
The Critabianca has six rooms decorated with the authenticity and simple elegance of country houses: fine linens, antique furniture, intimate spaces, Lecce stone and aromatic flowers. The stay includes a rich breakfast with homemade and local products served on the terrace or in the orange grove, a large outdoor swimming pool with wrought iron sun loungers with beach towels, and a 2-hectare park of olive and fruit trees at guests' disposal.
Price from 240€
The Antica Masseria del Fano is what one guest described as a surreal location - for the best possible reasons, of course. The natural-shaped swimming pool and the wide open spaces allow for a lot of intimacy and calm. The rooms and terraces look out over the large lands that belong to the wine and olive agriculture estate and the house itself is warm and welcoming while it still keeps its rustic charms.
Price from 200€
Don Ferrante is a charming house in Monopoli Old Town, an ancient fortress on the reef, close to the sea, in an enchanting atmosphere. This stunning boutique hotel only has 10 rooms, meaning that this is the perfect place to seek peace and tranquillity. Rooms differ in style, size and decoration yet they are all bright and airy and offer incredible sea views.
Price from 220€
Named after the young bud of an olive tree flower, the Italian country house „La Mignola“ welcomes you with its colorful and bright furnishings, a huge garden, and a private terrace. Nestled in Fasano, in the heart of the Apulian countryside and next to a nature park and the coast, this cozy holiday home features one bedroom with an in-room jacuzzi, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, WiFi, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine, a living room with sofa bed and one bathroom. Outside is the courtyard with its spacious patio and a lounge area – the perfect place to soak up the sunshine during summer days. The accommodation is just 13km from Santa Lucia and provides easy access to the most famous and stunning locations of the region such as Alberobello, Monopoli, and Polignano a mare.
Price from 200€
In Masseria Dagilupi, you will experience Puglia in its most authentic way. The former olive oil mill is nestled in an extensive olive grove and only a five minutes drive away from the Adriatic coast and the charming Apulian town Ostuni. The three spacious double rooms with vaulted ceilings will welcome you with white-washed walls and luxurious king-size beds. The minimalist design with many thoughtful touches gives you the opportunity to enjoy the traditional architecture of the historic house. Every room is unique and has its own bathroom. Thanks to the small number of rooms, there is a great feeling of intimacy at the Masseria.
Price from 180€
Palazzo Lecce is a historic building that was once the private residence of a noble family and was reborn in 2021 as a modern residence just a few metres from the historic centre of Lecce in Apulia, Italy. Choose between 6 rooms on 2 floors or book the entire residence for total seclusion. Each of the 6 rooms features design elements reminiscent of Greek and Latin art and high-standard amenities including a 42″ Hideaway TV, Hideaway safe, minibar, air conditioning, welcome kit, bathrobe, magnifying mirror and high-speed Wifi. Here, you can expect excellent customer service and examine the sophisticated artworks in a relaxed atmosphere.
From 190€
Travel through time and enjoy an authentic experience at the wonderful Borgo Canonica Boutique Hotel. You will be amazed by the surrounding Mediterranean landscape and its ancient olive trees, that´s for sure. Borgo Canonica is the kind of accommodation that knows how to combine high quality service with an authentic and traditional environment in a lovely renovated building, still telling stories about ancient times. This is the place to be, when looking for relaxation, surrounded by the typical Mediterranean scents and colours.
Price from 180€
Cheaper Options <150€ per night (depending on the season)
The small bed & breakfast resort is composed of several stone houses, the trullis, which offer you ideal protection against the heat due to their construction from massive natural stone. This former "poor people's houses" was long forgotten, but they are becoming increasingly popular in the past years. The surrounding trulli houses of Alberobello even belong to the UNESCO World Heritage Site and are something really special.
Price from 120€
Situated in the archaeological park of Castillo di Fulcignano, which dates back to the twelfth century, Masseria Fulcignano is a stunning rural farmhouse. Through careful restoration, the old stables and buildings for the tractors have been converted into 18 suites and rooms, offering all the comforts to ensure a relaxing getaway.
Price from 100€
Il Frantoio seems to be one of those perfect places and it is definitely one of our favourite accommodations in the whole of Puglia. This sixteenth-century masseria not only has its own antique olive press but also produces the ingredients that Rosalba Ciannamea transforms each evening into a 10-course gastronomic voyage of discovery. The scent of orange blossom floats over the huge tree-lined stone courtyard, where guests dine at candlelight on warm summer nights.
Price from 150€
Made completely out of local stone and a testimony to the ancient civilization of Apilia and Salento. Its history hasn’t precluded it from becoming a great bed & breakfast just three kilometers from the Adriatic Sea. It is also located in the “Costa Otranto - Santa Maria di Leuca e Bosco di Tricase” Natural Park, one of the most unspoiled natural parks in Salento and Apulia.
Price from 90€
Now, you can probably tell from the name that the Palazzo de Mori started off life as a palace. What the name doesn’t tell you is that the location is outstanding, facing the sea right above the battlements of the beautiful port town of Otranto. The decoration throughout is simple with white being the dominant color, yet utterly comfortable and intimate and the service outstanding.
Price from 90€
We hope this blogpost helped you find your perfect place to stay. If you need advice or are unsure - ask for our advice for free!
