Otranto
In Otranto's historic centre, this charming B&B serves fabulous breakfasts on the sun terrace overlooking the port. The rooms are decorated in soothing…
Must-see hotels in Puglia, Basilicata & Calabria
Calabria
Run by the charismatic Franco in his 16th-century family home, this B&B has three relaxing rooms and spectacular sea views.
Calabria
This B&B in the picturesque fishing village of Scilla Chianalea offers large, comfortable rooms with views over the sea.
Calabria
Right in the heart of Le Castella, Da Annibale is a seafood restaurant that doubles as a B&B with pleasant rooms.
Promontorio del Gargano
In the middle of the Foresta Umbra, 5km north of the visitor centre on the way to Vico di Gargano, this cosy rifugio (mountain hut) offers eight rooms…
Bari
Located a seven-minute walk from Bari railway station and around 1.5km from Bari's historical centre, this affordable option for budget travellers offers…
Trani
Located in a restored 17th-century palazzo overlooking a leafy square and close to the Villa Communale, this family run place oozes charm and value…
Martina Franca
These charming apartments are located in original centro storico homes. Arched stone ceilings, large pastel-coloured rooms and antique furniture are…
Matera
A good option for budget and solo travellers, L'Ostello dei Sassi is located a short walk from good bars and restaurants. Accommodation options include…
Matera
Established in 1996 (making it the first hotel in the sassi), the Sassi Hotel is set in a rambling edifice dating in parts to the 16th century. Some of…
Basilicata
This friendly B&B, set in the small hamlet of Cersuta, 5km northwest of Maratea, has three rooms decorated respectively in blue, pink and sea green. Rooms…
Alberobello
This campground 1.5km out of town has some nice tent sites, a restaurant, a market, two swimming pools, tennis courts and bicycle hire. You can also rent…
Cosenza
One of Cosenza's most central options, the Excelsior is a late 19th-century art-nouveau charmer. Regular renovations have kept the place comfortable and…
Promontorio del Gargano
A small hotel with shuttered windows, located on the main street across from the Santuario di San Michele, this traditional place has spacious rooms, some…
Calabria
This three-star hotel in Camigliatello Silano has a stark and anonymous stone-clad exterior, but the timber and mirror lobby gestures to higher standards…
Vieste
This butter-coloured 17th-century family run palazzo in Vieste's historic centre makes the ideal base for a few days on the Gargano Peninsula. Steps…
Reggio Calabria
Right next to the port, the Continental does a brisk trade in overnight travellers bound for Sicily. The decor holds no surprises, but the service is…
Brindisi
Built in 1869 for English merchants en route to India, the Internazionale definitely offers grandeur, albeit of the rather faded variety. It has great…
Calabria
In the picturesque Chianalea district, 'The Small Caves' is a sweet B&B housed in a 19th-century fisherman's house beside steps leading to the lapping…
Calabria
Situated on the hilly banks of Lago Arvo, surrounded by dark-green pines, this custard-yellow hotel is a solid choice. The rooms here are decorated in…
Vieste
This tree-shaded campground is right by a sandy beach at La Salata, around 8km from Vieste and accessible by bus. Activities include tennis, a sailing…
Puglia
This working farm offering stylish rural accommodation in honeyed 18th-century stone buildings amongst vineyards, olive trees, and cherry and almond…
Calabria
This friendly, family-run hotel can help arrange excursions, and has an excellent restaurant serving local specialities such as ciambotta (pepperoni,…
Lecce
A central and well-priced option located in a handsome palazzo near the cathedral. Rooms have marbled floors and wrought-iron beds, and breakfast is…
Peschici
The best campground in the area, 2km south of Peschici towards Vieste, Baia San Nicola is on a pine-shaded beach, offering camping, bungalows, apartments…
Basilicata
Sitting conveniently at the foot of historic Viggiano, this modern hotel is more comfortable than charming, but most rooms have fantastic views across the…
Calabria
Around 1.5km from the coast, La Fattoria has 100 grass campsites (generally shaded), plus games and hot showers.
