Southern Italy: The Most Beautiful Hotels in Puglia

Masseria Potenti

Puglia hotels

Puglia is a region in Southern Italy and occupies the area that is the “heel of the boot.” The region is made up of a Mediterranean landscape, and sits on a peninsula jutting out into the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, lined with almost 500 miles (800km) of coastline.

This coastline is dotted full of secret beaches frequented by locals and travelers from the North, and the inland of Puglia is a landscape of endless olive trees. Amongst these olive trees you can find some of the most beautiful designer hotels in the world, from ancient Masserie (farmhouses) that have been restored to modern designs with inspiration from the past.

Regardless of whether you choose the ancient or the modern, the roundup of beautiful Puglia hotels below are sure to bring you a vacation full of Italian design, stunning light and nature-filled relaxation.

Where we stayed in puglia

During a portion of our travels to Puglia, we had the joy of staying at the family owned Masseria Potenti. Although not a secret Puglian spot by any means (they have over 100K followers on Instagram) I chose this particular masseria over some of the other hotels listed below because I wanted to experience the authentic more than the curated.

Masseria Potenti is a traditional masseria, or farm house, that sits on about 130 hectares of farm land which has been settled since the late eleventh century. Today, the masseria is owned and run by family members Maria Grazia, Paolo, Chiara and Walter, who initially purchased the property for personal reasons and have since opened it to the public.

Staying at Masseria Potenti feels like staying at a family member’s house, as you discover all of the hidden corners of the masseria, while enjoying the privacy of your own beautiful suite.

At dinner, all guests gather in the outdoor eating area for a traditional Puglian meal under the sprawling fig tree. During the day, guests gather around the singular swimming pool, or head off to various beaches in the area. During our stay, we had the privilege of taking a cooking class with Maria Grazia, where we learned how to make orecchiette pasta and make the most of the summer harvest.

The property itself maintains the feeling of ancient fortress, covered in the bright colorful love that Maria Grazia and family have poured into the space. As you wander amongst its walls, you’ll discover nature in abundance, the various collections of Puglian ceramics and linens and knickknacks that are stored throughout the masseria and a staff that is ready to shower you with all of the Italian love your heart can receive.

(Images from our stay at Masseria Potenti in Puglia)

Except for the images of Masseria Potenti, all photos in the remainder of this post are from the hotel or booking.com websites and are not my own.

✤ - this symbol next to a hotel in any post on The Weithouse means we have personally stayed at the hotel.

Masseria Moroseta

We stayed two nights at the Masseria Moroseta to start off our Puglia trip and it was the perfect start. From the pictures we saw online we arrived with high expectations, but within the first few minutes of walking around the Masseria we realized it was even more beautiful in reality. The architecure is absolutely impeccable, the interior with every little detail is extremely stylish (even the towels we received to take to the pool were amazing), the food which consisted of a lot of locally grown products was very creative and delishious and the garden with the many olive trees and the sea in the background was astonishing.

TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5.0 (90 reviews)

Price: $$$$ ($300-$400 USD/night)

Why this is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its modern take on a Puglian Masseria.

Borgo Gallana

“…Borgo Gallana is the materialization of my memories, my happy place, mother’s unique Puglia, and my grandmother’s simple one, Puglia as I lived it before and as I live it now. Italian life in the Deep South…” - Guiseppe de Vanna

Price: $$$$$ ($400+ USD/night)

Why this is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its stunning modern Puglian design combined with simple interiors from the past.

(✤) Masseria Potenti

More than just a masseria, It’s a unique experience. It was my wife’s dream to visit this fabulous place. One week after returning she is still on a cloud and kissing the vibes, the elegance, refinement, kindness, authenticity, & the beauty of the masseria. On top of that, the restaurant is heavenly. We visited another place on bari but it appeared so bland after this fairytale stay. Big kisses to Chiara & her team who spread love all over their magical paradise.

TripAdvisor Rating: 4.0/5.0 (576 reviews)

Price: $$$$ ($300-$400 USD/night)

Why this is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its enchanting family atmosphere combined with the hundreds of years of history of the masseria.

PALAZZO NIANU

The creators behind Palazzo Nianu are Interior Architect Georg Kayser - part of the internationally acclaimed AD Magazine TOP 100 List - and Puglian Architect Alessandro Venneri. The concept behind its design is to do as little as possible and as much as needed to create a comfortable house. By carefully restoring its many beautiful details, the architecture tells a story about the passing of time. The design has been completed by a curated selection of vintage and custom made furniture pieces, and objects to create a holistic experience that finds inspiration in the hand made.

Price: $$$$ ($300-$400 USD/night)

Why Palazzo Nianu is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For the intentional preservation of this stunning Puglian building in Salerno, Italy.

MASSERIA DAGILUPI

Set in an olive grove, Masseria Dagilupi is a peaceful, private and tastefully remodeled masseria. Our room had it’s own rooftop terrace with an amazing view of Ostuni and the ocean. Our hosts were lovely and recommended a delicious restaurant in Ostuni. We enjoyed the original twist they put on breakfast and especially their homemade products.

Booking.com Rating: 9.8/10.0 (27 reviews)

Price: $$$$$ ($400+ USD/night)

Why Masseria Dagilupi is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its small capacity, intimacy and peaceful environment.

Villa Itria

Villa Itria was created by an interior designer from London and a creative director from Puglia, with the desire to set up a home here and create a sanctuary in the middle of the Valle D’Itria. Designed by Jared Green Interiors, the once unloved Villa has been lovingly renovated to blend design with tradition.

Price: $$$$$ ($400+ USD/night)

Why Villa Itria is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its soft, luxurious interior design and curated exterior landscaping.

Masseria Calderisi

Everything about our stay was perfect. Masseria Calderisi is stunning, it’s truly magical. We stayed in one of the Garden suites which was spacious and had its own private garden out the front. There were Aesop toiletries which were a lovely touch! The food and service was absolutely exceptional, we loved every meal we had. For breakfast there is an extensive buffet and the option to order eggs and pancakes etc. There is a shuttle service which takes you to and from the private section of beach which the Masseria own on a lovely sandy beach, 10 mins away. There is a pizzeria there for lunch and drinks and great music. We can’t wait to come back soon and tell our friends and family! Grazie Mille !

Booking.com Rating: 9.4/10 (130 reviews)

Price: $$$$$ ($400+ USD/night)

Why Masseria Calderisi is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its large suites and colorful interior design.

Palazzo daniele

I adored this Palazzo. I loved that the restoration allowed the original building and grounds to shine through and these were still able to be experienced and appreciated. We stayed in the room with the amazing shower, frescoes on our ceiling and a lemon tree outside our window. I also loved the linen sheets on our bed and the beautiful bed coverings. It was such a privilege to stay and have time to experience this beautiful, old building and its garden. Simply magic.

Booking.com Rating: 9.5/10 (41 reviews)

Price: $$$$$ ($400+ USD/night)

Why Palazzo Daniele is one of the most beautiful hotels in Puglia: For its grand and historic architecture and uniquely designed rooms and bathrooms.

DIDN’T FIND YOUR ideal PLACE TO STAY IN PUGLIA?

If none of these Puglia Hotels fit the bill, then be sure to check out our roundup of the best Airbnbs in Puglia.

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