Ostuni
Stay at this charming, whitewashed farmhouse and estate where the owners still live and work producing high quality olive oil. Even if you're not staying…
Must-see hotels in Puglia, Basilicata & Calabria
Lecce
Surrounded by citrus groves, Masseria Trapana's modern reinvention of a 16th-century farmhouse is 12km north of Lecce. Ten suites combine with shared…
Valle d’Itria
At this albergo diffuso (dispersed hotel) you'll stay in one of 13 tastefully furnished apartments scattered throughout Locorotondo's centro storico. The…
Reggio Calabria
Owner Domenico is a brilliant host at this modern and elegant B&B a few blocks from Reggio's waterfront lungomare. Bathrooms are particularly stylish, and…
Otranto
Located next to the cathedral, this sumptuous hotel, the first to earn the EU Eco-label in Puglia, has magnificent rooms with original frescoes,…
Matera
This cave boutique looks unremarkable from its street-side perch on the edge of the Sasso Caveoso, but you'll feel your jaw start to drop as you enter its…
Basilicata
Located in the hill town of Bernalda near the birthplace of director Francis Ford Coppola's grandfather, this 19th-century palazzo has been thoughtfully…
Calabria
This B&B in the mountains has five clean, comfortable and characterful rooms, all with separate entrances. Owner Raffaele is a great source of information…
Lecce
Tullio runs this arty B&B located in a historic palazzo. Of the four rooms, ask for the large double with a balcony, wooden floors and vaulted ceiling…
Lecce
This tastefully restored 17th-century palazzo – the Rollo family seat for more than 200 years – makes a delightful base from which to explore Lecce. The…
Calabria
Brilliant ocean views combine with friendly service from host Antonio at this sparkling hillside B&B around halfway between Chianalea and Scilla town…
Matera
In a quiet residential neighbourhood around 1km walk from central Matera, the modern h-sa Guesthouse is an excellent option if you're travelling with a…
Bari
Four stylish studio apartments are in a heritage building near Bari's waterfront. Well-equipped kitchenettes include coffee machines, bathrooms are modern…
Lecce
You’ll be looked after like a VIP at this wonderfully curated B&B in the midst of Lecce’s baroque quarter, complete with six colour-coded rooms and a…
Valle d’Itria
Definitely at the high end of the masseria experience is this stunning property, relaunched under the super-luxe Rocco Forte brand in mid-2019. De-stress…
Trani
A lovely building facing the cathedral and the Adriatic, the 18th-century Palazzo Filisio houses this charmingly understated grand hotel. Stylish rooms…
Valle d’Itria
For pure luxury, stay at this super chic yet countrified masseria. There's a glorious spa set in a cave, access to two exclusive beach clubs, and a…
Lecce
This friendly and well-run B&B located in the 16th-century Palazzo Astore features big rooms, double-glazed windows and a classy heritage makeover with…
Basilicata
Overlooking the borgo (medieval hamlet), this exclusive hotel is in a converted 18th-century convent with a suitably lofty setting. It's a hotchpotch of…
Lecce
Hosted by the friendly Luisa, LuxAttico has stylish rooms in a quiet residential area a short walk from Lecce's historic centre. Breakfast includes Lecce…
Lecce
Opened in 2018, Lecce's only hostel is a winner with options in a restored heritage townhouse including dorms for a maximum of six guests, and stylish…
Matera
Run by Luigi and Teresa, 'The Neighbourhood' is wonderfully located in Sasso Caveoso, in a building dating in parts to around 1600. Rooms are decorated in…
Valle d’Itria
This charming cluster of 11 self-catering trulli in the hamlet of Trito near Locorotondo is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. It's a tranquil…
Matera
Located in Sasso Caveoso, the family-owned Corte San Pietro is one of Matera's most comfortable boutique hotels. Each room is a different shape and size,…
Alberobello
Based on the albergo diffuso concept, Trullidea has numerous renovated, quaint, cosy and atmospheric trulli in Alberobello's historic centre available on…
Bari
This lovely B&B in Bari's new town is within easy walking distance to shops, restaurants and Bari Vecchia (the old town). The two rooms are warm and…
Reggio Calabria
A little gem in Reggio's heart, this 19th-century palazzo has three floors of spacious rooms gracefully furnished with white-on-white decor. There's a…
Matera
This delightful, ecofriendly B&B in Sasso Caveoso comprises two self-contained apartments with solar panels, rainwater recycling, a scenic terrace and…
Cosenza
A gem in the historic centre, this small B&B is tastefully decorated with polished wooden floors, white bedspreads and good-quality artwork. Host Marco is…
Matera
The Gattini is Matera's plushest hotel, located in the former palatial home of the city's most noble family. And if the nobility of yesteryear could see…
Calabria
AKA the Alia Jazz Hotel, this locanda (inn) in Castrovillari offers bungalow-style accommodation in a lush Mediterranean garden. Rooms feature wall murals…
Valle d’Itria
Once a borgo (medieval town), this masseria has 16 rooms and a spa in the orchard, and manages to be both traditional while also having a bohemian edge…
Vieste
In a former convent in the old quarter, this is a popular, charming and reasonably priced place with comfortable high-ceilinged rooms. There's also a…
Matera
The attraction of this Sasso Caveoso hotel is its subterannean termae romanae (Roman baths). Cave accommodation, with niches and rustic brick floors, is…
Basilicata
Set in an art-nouveau villa in Acquafredda, this hotel is like a piece of plush Portofino towed several hundred kilometres south. Enjoy a broad terrace…
Tropea
Look for the sign of a bounteous hostess bearing fruit and cake to find this delightful B&B, overlooking the main corso. The 17th-century palazzo retains…
Bari
Run by the French Accor group, the Villa Romanazzi shows flair that transcends its workaday (if convenient) location, near the train station. Businesslike…
Vieste
With a location opposite Vieste's main beach, Albergo Labotte is well placed for a convenient stay. All rooms were refurbished in 2018 to a modern and…
Basilicata
Expect a warm welcome at this family-owned B&B in the coastal hamlet of Cersuta, 5km northwest of Maratea. The main building and other standalone cottages…
Taranto
These meticulously refurbished apartments are arranged on the ground floor of this otherwise utilitarian building on the western edge of the new town. The…
