Corso Versilia, Contrada Fontanelle, Ugento, Italy | (618) 248-8274
Intimate family resort within a nature park and near the beach
Large, outdoor pool with a pretty, well-maintained deck
Grounds are beautifully manicured, with lush foliage throughout
The beach features fine sand and umbrellas for every room
Family-friendly entertainment that takes place both day and night
Special kitchen for preparing baby bottles
Luxe touches include an outdoor hot tub, sauna, and a menu of massages and other salon services
Small pets allowed
Free Wi-Fi
Rooms are on the small side
Gym is tiny and cramped, with just a handful of exercise machines
Elevators can get crowded
Fee for first- and second-row beach placement
This elegant, seaside property is a bit more intimate than the usual mega-resorts in the area, providing a low-key spot for a vacation or conference. The ocean is less than a quarter mile from the hotel, and booking a room guarantees a beach umbrella on the sand. Those who prefer to lounge poolside may appreciate the large, pretty pool surrounded by beautifully manicured grounds. The property also features a bar with creative cocktails and a spacious restaurant. Family-friendly entertainment and a special kitchen for preparing baby bottles are helpful details for those traveling with little ones, while the available massages and salon services add a touch of luxury. The rooms are simple and on the small side, though, and the small elevator is not ideal for a large influx of visitors.
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Scene
Large and modern, with stylish decor
The five-story, modern hotel has an airy feel, with simple but stylish decor. The lobby features sand-colored tile columns; white, exposed brick walls; and artfully worn leather sofas. The restaurant serves buffet meals in a spacious dining area with contemporary furnishings, linen tablecloths, and a white and tangerine color scheme. The beach is ample and offers fine sand, as well as umbrellas assigned to each room. It can be accessed via a walkway that winds through a pine forest.
Location
Set in a nature park and about a five-minute walk from the beach
The hotel is situated in a nature park, surrounded by pine forest and right by the beach, which can be reached on foot in about five minutes. It’s a 10-minute drive to the center of Torre San Giovanni, and the property sits in between Gallipoli and Santa Maria di Leuca, which are both about a half-hour drive away.
Rooms
Small, with minimalist decor
Rooms are on the small side and simply decorated, with white tile floors and beige bedspreads. All have tiny, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs and there are also built-in wardrobes, mini-fridges, safes, and hairdryers. The white bathrooms with orange floors and accent tiles have small stall showers.
Features
Standouts include easy access to the beach, a large pool, and regular entertainment
The access to a beautiful beach is one of the hotel’s greatest amenities, with the large, clean outdoor pool a close second. (Just be aware that you'll have to pay a fee for first-row placement on the sand, and extra on top of that for a lounger instead of a chair.) There’s also family-friendly entertainment that takes place both day and night. The bar serves creative cocktails (including drinks with Prosecco and fresh fruit) and the restaurant offers a delicious rosé wine. Small pets are welcome for an additional fee, though they are not allowed on the beach or by the pool. Luxe touches include a sauna, outdoor hot tub, and a menu of massages and other salon services. There is also a tiny gym, but it is quite cramped and only offers a handful of exercise machines. The hotel’s conference room seats 250 people. Guided excursions within the nature park and throughout the Salento peninsula are available. Food options include a buffet-style restaurant and a beach bar; half-board and full-board rates are available.
