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The 20 Best Hotels in Rural Puglia

The 20 Best Hotels in Rural Puglia

The fertile countryside of Italy's heel is largely flat and characterised by olive trees with huge, gnarled trunks, rich red soil, fields planted with tomatoes and artichokes, dry stone walls and a sense of endless space and far-reaching horizons. This is the place to come to if you want all the charm of Tuscany but with fewer crowds and more reasonably priced accommodation. The best hotels in rural Puglia tend to be converted masseria (farmhouses). These properties range from five-star hotels with swanky spas, gourmet restaurants and high-end services to relatively modest guest houses offering a back to nature experience and homely food. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of their favourites in the region. With something for most tastes and budgets, why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway?

For simply unwinding

Situated just to the north of Otranto, Masseria Mongio ticks many boxes for a relaxing break. The small size, chic accommodation, excellent restaurant, lovely pool and small spa make it a very appealing choice. Best yet, it's just steps from the beach.
For a hip, but relaxing break there’s Masseria Torre Maizza, a sophisticated hotel with 28 rooms, some with hot tubs, a charming courtyard, an excellent restaurant and bar, its own private beach club, plus a small spa and golf course.
Surrounded by fruit trees, the Masseria Montelauro is close to the sea with 29 white, airy rooms with cool stone floors and Moroccan details. There’s also a lovely pool and a superb restaurant.
The Masseria Salinola is a ten-room boutique hotel in a beautifully refurbished 16th Century farmhouse surrounded by its own olive groves and the spectacular Puglian countryside. A perfect spot to simply unwind and relax.
The Borgo San Marco is a simple but stylish masseria on an olive-growing estate with 16 rustic rooms and a wonderful restaurant that champions local produce. The pretty walled garden, shaded terraces, pool, and hot tub ensure a relaxing stay.
Masseria Palombara is a historic limestone farmhouse located in Oria, surrounded by acres of olive groves, almond and palm trees. The beautifully appointed guestrooms incorporate exposed walls and stone arches to create a Mediterranean-inflected approach to rustic chic. A boutique-style rural hideaway.
Masseria Specula is one of our newest finds in Puglia. It's a charming little adults-only hideaway on the west coast whose ethos is based around sustainability and relaxation. Rooms offer a simple, rustic-chic minimalist vibe, there's vegetarian cuisine on request and you're just 15 minutes' stroll from the beach.

For a winery

Masseria le Fabriche is a traditional Masseria set within its own winery which has been carefully renovated to create the ultimate chic rural escape. Smart rooms are minimalist and contemporary. Expect superb cuisine and an (unsurprisingly) good wine selection.

For a beach holiday

Il Melograno is a medium-sized five-star hotel in a renovated 16th Century farmhouse with sprawling, Moorish outbuildings, a flower-filed courtyard and an excellent spa. Boasting its own beach club, this is a spoiling beach getaway.
The Masseria Torre Coccaro is a luxurious 39 room hotel with an Aveda spa and its own private beach club. But it’s not lost its rustic charms at all — the best suite is in a cave!
Il Frantoio is a foodie's dream and rightly renowned for its fabulous local cuisine. Located right by the beach with 13 pretty bedrooms and a wonderful bougainvillaea-filled courtyard, this is a relaxing spot you will barely need to leave.
Masseria Don Cirillo is a laidback brick masseria in a beautiful walled garden close to the sea. Rooms have an ethnic feel with kilims, colourful bedspreads, whitewashed walls and stone vaulted ceilings. With a lovely shady pool and lounge area, this is a great beach spot.

For foodies

Masseria Panareo is a stylish farmhouse conversion surrounded by olive trees and stunning scenery. Rooms are dotted around the grounds & offer classic country style. The terraced restaurant serves innovative regional dishes using its own olive oil and is the real lure of this rural hideaway.

For golfers

The Masseria San Domenico offers peace, golf, private hot tubs, a fantastic selection of restaurants, a stunning saltwater pool and there are no children under 12 allowed. A good option for couples who like to stay active on their getaways.
Also popular with the golfing crowd, the Masseria Cimino is a former Roman villa with a rustic chic edge to its rough, white walls and superb food. Set on an 18-hole golf course, this is a good option for those who want understated luxury.

For explorers

Masseria Le Mandorle is perfectly placed (just outside the town of Ugento) for exploring the depths of Southern Puglia, from its beaches to its pretty towns and villages. Here you'll find 12 stunning rooms and suites and superb facilities including a sports court, sleek pool and rooftop hot tub (perfect for lazy days not exploring!).
The Relais Villa San Martino is a five-star country villa, with charming gardens, in a great position for touring the local sights and beaches.
Or there’s the charming Masseria Bernardini, a contemporary seven-room hotel in an old shell, close to Gallipoli and the beach.

For a Trulli

Nina Trulli Resort is a chic converted masseria. Rooms in the traditional trullis are whitewashed with uneven walls and well-placed ornaments which all lend an air of rural cool. A good sized pool, a superb restaurant and easy access to Puglia's sights make this a fantastic stay.
Ottolire Resort is beautifully converted Trulli which offers guests a slice of contemporary Italy in a picturesque rural setting. Rooms see chic contemporary furniture perfectly set amongst the building's original features. The spa and excellent Mediterranean restaurant make this an alluring pick.

For families

Masseria Montenapoleone is a simply gorgeous rural property set in picturesque countryside. Rustic chic throughout with uneven whitewashed walls and exposed beams. Whimsical rooms are full of character with exposed stone, floating white linen curtains and antiques (a family suite sleeps up to six). Rural Italy at its best.

Still not sure where to book?

Consider Puglia’s towns and our Guru's recommendations for the 10 Best Hotels in Puglia's Towns.
Refine your search to the best places to stay in Lecce or the best places to stay in Savelletri di Fasano.
Expand your search to include all the best places to stay in Puglia.
Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
- Masseria Specula San Pietro in Bevagna, Puglia 6 rooms from CA$297
  
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  Eco break  -  Sustainability is key from the solar panels, EV charging & vegetarian cuisine to the reforestation project
  Total relaxation  -  An off the beaten track location and off-season retreats for nourishing body, mind and soul
  Restaurant  -  Authentic Puglian vegetarian cuisine for guests only
  Minimum Stay  -  3 night minimum stay
  
  An adults-only hideaway and retreat venue on Puglia's west coast whose ethos is centred around sustainability and relaxation. Four rooms and two suites offer a simple, rustic-chic minimalist vibe, plus there's a garden and vegetarian meals on request. Just a 15-minute stroll from the beach. See More
  
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- Masseria Mongio Otranto, Puglia 17 rooms from CA$240
  
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  Local exploring  -  A great base for exploring this beautiful corner of Puglia
  Spa  -  There is a spa with a large spa bath, Turkish bath, sauna, multi-sensory shower and herbal tea corner
  Restaurant  -  Serves typical cuisine of the Salento region using mainly local produce
  Sights nearby  -  The historic coastal town of Otranto is just a few minutes in the car
  Recommended by  -  I Escape
  
  An elegant masseria conversion just north of Otranto. Seventeen individually designed suites offer chic minimalist accommodation, and all come with either a private terrace or garden. Large outdoor pool, excellent restaurant specialising in Salento cuisine, and just steps from the beach. See More
  
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- Masseria Salinola Ostuni 10 rooms from CA$322
  
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  Cooking classes  -  A day with a chef can be organised.
  Full of character  -  Due to its age (dating back to the 1700s), the rooms here come in all shapes and sizes
  Restaurant  -  The restaurant serves delicious Puglian cuisine
  Swimming Pool  -  Large outdoor pool surrounded by loungers
  
  This boutique hotel is set in a refurbished seventeenth-century farmhouse in beautiful Apulian countryside. Antique furnishings in simple but luxurious rooms add even more charm, and it has its own olive groves producing extra virgin oil. The perfect place to unwind. See More
  
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- Masseria Le Mandorle Ugento, Puglia 12 rooms from CA$366
  
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  Local exploring  -  A chic little base for exploring the southern region of Puglia from its beaches and markets to its historical sights.
  Families  -  With its superb facilities including tennis court and pool, and great location, it's ideal for a family break.
  Cooking classes  -  Pop down the road to sister property Castello di Ugento for its top notch cookery school
  Sights nearby  -  Ugento is home to a world class archaeological museum and Gallipoli is very close by.
  
  A stunning little hotel in the depths of southern Puglia. Its rooms and suites have been done in a contemporary chic style, plus you'll find a sleek pool and superb sports facilities on site. There's an excellent restaurant championing seasonal local cuisine and sister property for fine dining. See More
  
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- Masseria Panareo Otranto 18 rooms from CA$140
  
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  Foodies  -  The restaurant serves innovative regional dishes using olive oil from the farm
  Country Escape  -  A beautiful converted farm surrounded by pine forests and overlooking the sea
  Restaurant  -  Serves delicious local cuisine featuring plenty of seafood
  Tennis  -  Play a game on the nearby tennis court
  
  Stylish farmhouse conversion surrounded by olive trees and stunning scenery. Rooms are dotted round the grounds & offer classic country style with vaulted stone ceilings and four poster beds. The restaurant serves Italian dishes on the outdoor terrace. Perfect for both beaches & sightseeing. See More
  
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- Nina Trulli Resort Monopoli (Bari), Puglia 6 rooms from CA$278
  
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  Local exploring  -  Hire a vespa and discover the surrounding villages and towns
  Country Escape  -  A converted farm set in picturesque Puglian countryside
  Sights nearby  -  Explore the churches and palaces of beautiful Lecce
  Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool
  
  A chic converted Masseria set in the picturesque rural landscapes of Puglia. White washed rooms, uneven walls and well placed ornaments all lend an air of rural-cool. A good sized pool, fantastic restaurant (serving regional produce) and easy access to Puglia's sights make this a fantastic stay. See More
  
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- Il Melograno Monopoli 38 rooms from CA$263
  
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  Beach Life  -  This chic hotel offers access to their own private beach with white sands and blue waters and a seafood restaurant and bar.
  Spa breaks  -  Refresh and revive with the spa's extensive therapy list, sauna, frigidarium, turkish bath and hammam.
  Tennis  -  Enjoy the hotels two floodlit tennis courts and catch a game when the sun cools off.
  Sights nearby  -  Make a trip to the UNESCO-protected Trulli of Alberobello.
  Recommended by  -  Relais & Chateaux
  
  A five star family-run hotel with a delightful down-to-earth atmosphere. Renovated 16th century farmhouse with sprawling Moorish outbuildings and flower-filled courtyards, terraces, big pool and tennis courts. Charming rooms in florals, tiled floors and fireplaces. Excellent spa and beach club too. See More
  
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- Masseria Montenapoleone Apulia, Puglia 20 rooms from CA$249
  
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  Country Escape  -  A picture perfect country house with rustic chic interiors, surrounded by olive groves.
  Families  -  The family suite can easily accommodate up to six with two bedrooms and sofa bed
  Great walks  -  Go for long walks through the picturesque groves.
  Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool.
  
  A simply gorgeous rural property set in picturesque countryside surrounded by olive groves. Rustic chic throughout with uneven white washed walls and exposed beams. Whimsical rooms are full of character with exposed stone, floating white linen curtains and antiques. Rural Italy at its best. See More
  
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- Masseria Le Fabriche Maruggio, Puglia 19 rooms from CA$278
  
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  Country Escape  -  Expect very stylish suites scattered throughout, a winery and gourmet dining; rural chic
  Restaurant  -  Serving delicious traditional Puglian cuisine
  Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  
  A traditional masseria set within its own winery which has been carefully renovated to create the ultimate chic rural escape. Smart rooms are minimalist and contemporary with large floor to ceiling windows to take in the views. The cuisine is superb and wine selection (unsurprisingly) very good. See More
  
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- Masseria San Domenico Savelletri 47 rooms from CA$717
  
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  Honeymoons  -  A sophisticated honeymoon choice- ornate four-poster beds and panoramic views over Puglia, with fine dining and pampering spa.
  Active Holiday  -  Lovely grounds and beaches for walking, bikes for rent, tennis courts, golf course, and both indoor and outdoor pools.
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the nearby village of Alberobello with its fascinating domed trulli houses.
  Great walks  -  Wander the fragrant gardens or take a stroll down to the coast.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, Kiwi Collection
  
  One of Puglia’s best hotels offering a luxurious spa and golf course. Rooms and fabulous suites decorated with romance - white washed walls and rich drapes, some have private gardens, hot tubs and balconies. Fantastic selection of restaurants and stunning salt water pool. A heavenly spot. See More
  
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- Relais Villa San Martino Martina Franca 23 rooms from CA$174
  
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  Local exploring  -  An elegant Villa, just outside Martina Franca and surrounded by protected areas, UNESCO sites and unique Baroque architecture.
  Total relaxation  -  Comfortable suites, with flower filled terraces, swimming pool, pampering spa and beautiful parklands.
  Great walks  -  Wander the expansive parklands that surround the villa, or head further afield and explore the olive groves.
  Spa  -  With an "Aqua Zone" for regenerative treatments, "Aria Zone" for massages and Spa lounge for relaxation.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, Relais & Chateaux
  
  Five star country villa with great location for touring cultural sights and beaches. A peach-hued building surrounded by lovely gardens. Beautiful suites in elegant pastels with antique furniture. Excellent restaurant, spa and pool. A spoiling spot to explore Puglia from. See More
  
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- Masseria Cimino Savelletri 15 rooms from CA$278
  
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  Total relaxation  -  Completely unwind at this rustic chic family run property offering pool, gardens and views of the sea- perfection.
  Active Holiday  -  Whether playing golf, swimming in the sea or cycling is you're thing there's plenty to keep you active and alert.
  Sights nearby  -  Check out the fascinating Gnatia archaeological ruins, right beside the hotel.
  Great walks  -  Wander down to the coast and explore the beaches on foot.
  
  Rustic-chic and a laid-back atmosphere on an 18-hole golf course. Rough white walls, grey paintwork and candlelit rooms adorn this former Roman villa. Breakfast and superb set dinners are served on a covered terrace. A great choice for those who want understated luxury. See More
  
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- Ottolire Resort Locorotondo (Ba), Puglia 14 rooms from CA$263
  
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  Country Escape  -  Set in picturesque countryside this traditional trulli has been given a modern touch making it a stylish rural escape
  Spa  -  The wellness trullo comes with hammam, hot tub, and sensory shower, plus treatments aplenty!
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the pretty town of Alberobello known for its traditional trulli houses
  Restaurant  -  Serving delicious Puglian dishes that have been given a fresh, modern twist.
  
  Once a traditional farmhouse this beautiful Trulli now offers guests a slice of contemporary Italy in a picturesque rural setting. Rooms see chic contemporary furniture perfectly set amongst the building's original features. The spa and excellent Mediterranean restaurant make this an alluring pick. See More
  
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- Il Frantoio Ostuni (Brindisi) 16 rooms from CA$263
  
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  Romantic Break  -  Chic rooms with wisteria swathed stairways, enchanting interiors and antique furnishings are the epitome of fairytale romance.
  Foodies  -  Members of the slow food movement the kitchen, under Rosalba, create extraordianry cuisine from simple home grown ingrediants.
  Tennis  -  Make the most of the nearby tennis courts and work up an appetite for dinner.
  Great walks  -  Meander through olive trees on walking trials from the hotel.
  Recommended by  -  Sawdays
  
  Justly famous masseria with wonderful food and a vaguely eccentric air. Pretty bedrooms with white washed walls surround a bougainvillea-filled courtyards. Organic produce from the farm and olive grove is used in fabulous multi-course meals. A divine gourmet rustic retreat close to the beach. See More
  
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- Masseria Montelauro Otranto 29 rooms from CA$263
  
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  Honeymoons  -  A tranquil and romantic spot for honeymooners, each of the elegant suites faces onto the gardens and the soothing countryside.
  Cooking classes  -  The hotel organises cooking classes, learn to whip up your favourite dishes frm the menu.
  Sights nearby  -  Explore the lovely Otranto, with its lively bars, restaurants and squat Aragonese castle.
  Great walks  -  Take a wander around the lush gardens, or further a field into this scenic landscape.
  Recommended by  -  I Escape, Fodors
  
  Relaxed retreat with a contemporary twist surrounded by olive trees, vines and date palms. Sophisticated, airy white on white rooms with cool flagstone floors, delicate wrought iron beds, Pugliese embroidery and Moroccan lamps. Lovely pool, local food and stunning surrounding farmland. See More
  
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- Masseria Torre Coccaro Savelletri 33 rooms from CA$334
  
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  Active Holiday  -  Explore the rugged countryside on the hotel mountain bikes, head down to the beach, or grab a round of golf.
  Sights nearby  -  Head to the nearby Mozzarella Palace for a cheese tasting then down to the local fishing village of Savelletri for seafood.
  Spa  -  Fabulous subterranean Aveda Spa with indoor pool, relaxation area and wide range of treatments on offer.
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Kiwi Collection
  
  An elegantly restored historic fortified farmhouse, minutes from the sea. Wonderful rooms and suites with rough white washed walls, fine linens and silks - one suite occupies a cave and has its own olive grove and pool. Fabulous regional cuisine, Aveda spa and its very own private beach club. See More
  
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- Masseria Torre Maizza Fasano 26 rooms from CA$849
  
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  Country Escape  -  Surrounded by ancient olive groves and fruit orchards, with fantastic walking, produce straight from the farm, and beach club.
  Romantic Break  -  A grown up choice with luxurious rooms, wonderful food, and picturesque scenery.
  Great walks  -  Explore trulli country on foot or by bike- discover it's ancient olive groves, fruit trees and miles of scrub.
  Cooking classes  -  Pick fresh olives and vegetables from the olive groves and use them in yummy Apulian dishes.
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Tablet
  
  Sophisticated, contemporary hotel with a young, hip vibe. Smart contemporary bedrooms, some with open fires and private pools. Wonderful courtyard bar with Balinese sofas and excellent restaurant overlooking the pool. Irene Forte spa, golf course and private beach clubs. See More
  
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- Borgo San Marco Fasano 16 rooms from CA$219
  
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  Families  -  A fantastic spot for families with interconnecting rooms, self catering, pool, playground, high chairs and babysitting.
  Value chic  -  A chic and unpretentious masseria, with elegant rooms, glorious pool, citrus garden and bourainvillea gardens.
  Local markets  -  Head into Fasano for their buzzy Wednesday market and pick up some great local produce.
  Cooking classes  -  The hotel organises cookery classes, learn to whip up your favourite regional dishes.
  Recommended by  -  I Escape
  
  Simple yet stylish masseria on historic olive-growing estate. An ochre painted farmhouse with delightfully rustic rooms - bare stone, wood, wrought iron and earthy tones. The restaurant serves local produce and within the walled gardens sit citrus groves, a pool, hot tub and shady terraces. See More
  
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- Masseria Don Cirillo Torre San Giovanni, Puglia 6 rooms from CA$263
  
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  Total relaxation  -  Unwind in style in this charming Masseria with lush gardens, lovely pool, and luxurious suites with private terraces.
  Country Escape  -  Bask by the crystal clear waters of the Ionian sea or grab a bike and explore the stunning Apulian countryside.
  Sights nearby  -  Explore the fascinating and historic UNESCO heritage city of Gallipoli.
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  Laidback brick Masseria in a beautiful walled garden close to the sea. Rooms with an ethnic slant - kilims, colourful bedspreads, whitewashed walls and stone vaulted ceilings. A lovely shady pool and lounge area. A great beach spot. See More
  
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- Masseria Bernardini Nardò 9 rooms from CA$322
  
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  Local exploring  -  Ideally situated to explore the local historical towns and villages as well as the stunning Salento countryside.
  Beach Life  -  Just ten minutes from Porto Selvaggio Natural Park with one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy.
  Sailing  -  Yachting and sailing can be organised by the hotel, the perfect way to explore this magnificent coast.
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  Contemporary design in an old shell within easy reach of charming Gallipoli and its lovely beaches. Original features complement contemporary furniture and ethnic textiles. Lovely courtyard garden and swimming pool for relaxing in, and superb breakfasts and dinners on private patios. See More
  
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- Masseria Palombara Manduria, Puglia 20 rooms from CA$167
  
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  Hideaway  -  Set in extensive private grounds in Salento, surrounded by olive groves and palm trees, book this hotel for a hideaway holiday
  Country Escape  -  Located on a working farm in the spectacular landscape outside of Oria, book this hotel for an authentic country escape
  Foodies  -  This hotel offers a farm-to-table restaurant supplied by the hotel's own farm, guaranteeing ultimate freshness
  Cooking classes  -  Take cooking classes at the hotel and learn how to make classic Apulian dishes under the guidance of the hotel chef
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  This hotel is nestled within an Apulian ‘masseria’, a historic limestone farmhouse located in Oria, surrounded by acres of olive groves, almond and palm trees. The beautifully appointed guestrooms incorporate exposed walls and stone arches to create a Mediterranean-inflected approach to rustic-chic. See More
  
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