Dimora Porto Contessa
$82
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for Dimora Porto Contessa
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$82
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Dimora Porto Contessa average $78 in February, the cheapest month, and $206 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $83 |
| February | $78 |
| March | $83 |
| April | $119 |
| May | $137 |
| June | $158 |
| July | $166 |
| August | $206 |
| September | $188 |
| October | $110 |
| November | $82 |
| December | $105 |
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Most expensive: August (~$206)
Cheapest: February (~$78)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharg...
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 2.5 km.
Business amenities
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Location
Located in Polignano a Mare (San Vito), Dimora Porto Contessa is within a 15-minute walk of San Vito Beach and Porto Cavallo Beach. This guesthouse is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cala Paura Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Statue of Domenico Modugno.
What's nearby
Abbey of San Vito(0.6 miles)
San Vito Beach(0.6 miles)
Ponte Marina Cove(0.7 miles)
Porto Contessa(0.7 miles)
Porto Cavallo Beach(0.8 miles)
Ponte dei Lapilli(1.1 miles)
Cala San Giovanni(1.2 miles)
Cala Paura Beach(1.5 miles)
Cala Fetente(1.7 miles)
Statue of Domenico Modugno(1.8 miles)
Lama Monachile Beach(1.9 miles)
Grotta Palazzese(2.1 miles)
Grotta Ardito Promenade(2.2 miles)
Lungomare di Polignano a Mare(2.3 miles)
Pino Pascali Museum(2.4 miles)
The nearest major airport is Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI)(30.1 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Non-Smoking Rooms
Babysitting / Child Services
Room Service
Housekeeping
Location
Contrada Compra 10, San Vito, Polignano a Mare, Italy
Abbey of San Vito (0.6 miles)
San Vito Beach (0.6 miles)
Ponte Marina Cove (0.7 miles)
Porto Contessa (0.7 miles)
Porto Cavallo Beach (0.8 miles)
Ponte dei Lapilli (1.1 miles)
Room options
15
Deluxe Suite, Terrace
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
700 ft²
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningKitchenPrivate Bathroom
10
Business Double Room, Patio
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningPrivate BathroomTVPatio
9
Business Double Room, Terrace
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningPrivate BathroomTV
10
Superior Suite
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
753 ft²
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningKitchenPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Dimora Porto Contessa
9.2
Superb
Based on 357 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Casale Porto Contessa, guests consistently praise the warm, hands-on hosts and standout homemade breakfasts, while the countryside setting offers a quiet base near Polignano a Mare for travelers with a car.
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At Casale Porto Contessa, guests consistently praise the warm, hands-on hosts and standout homemade breakfasts, while the countryside setting offers a quiet base near Polignano a Mare for travelers with a car.
Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, though some reviews note worn furnishings, uneven air-conditioning, mosquitoes due to missing screens, and occasional maintenance issues. A few guests struggled to find the property and a few reported traffic noise or weak Wi-Fi, while others highlighted convenient parking. Expect a friendly stay centered on personal hospitality in a simple countryside setting.
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Facilities
On-site parking is available and appreciated by guests. Several reviews report unreliable or weak Wi-Fi.
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8
Felix
Oct 16, 2023
·
Stayed 6 nights
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
10
silvina
Apr 27, 2023
·
Hermoso hotel ubicado en un area entre Polignano a mare y San Vito. Gran opcion si se cuenta con auto. El hotel tiene estacionamiento. El edificio es muy moderno, todo impecable y limpio. La atencion de los dueños es excelente. Atentos a los detalles. El departamento que nos toco muy lindo y comodo. Con un balcon para desayunar a la mañana o una terraza segun la temperatura que haga y el desayuno es muy importante!!! Todo casero. Mariella y Emilio gracias!! hicieron que nuestra estadia sea perfecta. Lo super recomiendo
Hermoso hotel ubicado en un area entre Polignano a mare y San Vito. Gran opcion si se cuenta con auto. El hotel tiene estacionamiento. El edificio es muy moderno, todo impecable y limpio. La atencion de los dueños es excelente. Atentos a los detalles. El departamento que nos toco muy lindo y comodo. Con un balcon para desayunar a la mañana o una terraza segun la temperatura que haga y el desayuno es muy importante!!! Todo casero. Mariella y Emilio gracias!! hicieron que nuestra estadia sea perfecta. Lo super recomiendo
10
Brigitta
Sep 10, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
10
Alicia
Jun 19, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
8
Laura
Oct 7, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
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Cleanliness
Many guests describe the property and rooms as very clean, though a few mention worn or rusted fixtures and occasional linen or maintenance issues.
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10
silvina
Apr 27, 2023
·
Hermoso hotel ubicado en un area entre Polignano a mare y San Vito. Gran opcion si se cuenta con auto. El hotel tiene estacionamiento. El edificio es muy moderno, todo impecable y limpio. La atencion de los dueños es excelente. Atentos a los detalles. El departamento que nos toco muy lindo y comodo. Con un balcon para desayunar a la mañana o una terraza segun la temperatura que haga y el desayuno es muy importante!!! Todo casero. Mariella y Emilio gracias!! hicieron que nuestra estadia sea perfecta. Lo super recomiendo
Hermoso hotel ubicado en un area entre Polignano a mare y San Vito. Gran opcion si se cuenta con auto. El hotel tiene estacionamiento. El edificio es muy moderno, todo impecable y limpio. La atencion de los dueños es excelente. Atentos a los detalles. El departamento que nos toco muy lindo y comodo. Con un balcon para desayunar a la mañana o una terraza segun la temperatura que haga y el desayuno es muy importante!!! Todo casero. Mariella y Emilio gracias!! hicieron que nuestra estadia sea perfecta. Lo super recomiendo
6
Maria Salvatrice
Oct 10, 2022
·
Stayed 3 nights
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
4
Gilles
May 19, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fuyez cet endroit. Les étoiles sont uniquement pour les murs blancs et le petit dej qui n'est pas du fait maison.cet endroit ne correspond pas du tout au photos.cest un chantier naval. Tout tombe en ruine je ne comprends pas comment on peut mettre en location des chambres dans un endroit pareil. Le sous sol est en ruine. Les chaises sont rouillées ainsi que les tables. Pour le petit dej je doute qu'il soit préparé dans un endroit propre. Pour vous le déposer sur votre table la propriétaire et les 2 jeunes passent par le sous sol qui est complètement en ruine pour l avoir de mes propres yeux. Un chemin caillouteux pour accéder au sois disant logement qui n'est même pas fermé par un portail. Très très cher pour cet endroit délabré..non passez votre chemin.
Fuyez cet endroit. Les étoiles sont uniquement pour les murs blancs et le petit dej qui n'est pas du fait maison.cet endroit ne correspond pas du tout au photos.cest un chantier naval. Tout tombe en ruine je ne comprends pas comment on peut mettre en location des chambres dans un endroit pareil. Le sous sol est en ruine. Les chaises sont rouillées ainsi que les tables. Pour le petit dej je doute qu'il soit préparé dans un endroit propre. Pour vous le déposer sur votre table la propriétaire et les 2 jeunes passent par le sous sol qui est complètement en ruine pour l avoir de mes propres yeux. Un chemin caillouteux pour accéder au sois disant logement qui n'est même pas fermé par un portail. Très très cher pour cet endroit délabré..non passez votre chemin.
6
pete
Feb 24, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Clean place and lovely friendly host . Located outside of town and a bit odd location. Host super friendly. Good for a quick stay maybe not that scenic for a longer stay as a bit run down outside . So for a practical solution it’s ok . For a holiday stay etc I’d stay in the town itself which is lovely and fantastic restaurants etc
Clean place and lovely friendly host . Located outside of town and a bit odd location. Host super friendly. Good for a quick stay maybe not that scenic for a longer stay as a bit run down outside . So for a practical solution it’s ok . For a holiday stay etc I’d stay in the town itself which is lovely and fantastic restaurants etc
8
Carm
Aug 11, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Cute little off the beaten path place to lay your head for the night. Clean, friendly and accommodating staff!
Cute little off the beaten path place to lay your head for the night. Clean, friendly and accommodating staff!
10
Andrew
May 25, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
8
Laura
Oct 7, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
10
Abby
Mar 8, 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, with some units offering terraces. Several reviews note worn mattresses or furnishings, limited cooling in parts of an apartment, mosquitoes due to missing screens, and occasional highway noise.
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Felix
Oct 16, 2023
·
Stayed 6 nights
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
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Victor Manuel
May 26, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It is an amazing place, we recommend it 100% it is clean, comfortable, quiet and excellent location, we would love to stay more but was all booked, the staff very helpful, friendly and always with one big smile.
It is an amazing place, we recommend it 100% it is clean, comfortable, quiet and excellent location, we would love to stay more but was all booked, the staff very helpful, friendly and always with one big smile.
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Maria Salvatrice
Oct 10, 2022
·
Stayed 3 nights
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
10
Michel
Sep 14, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Très belle chambre et petit déjeuner gastronomique. Emilio et sa compagne sont charmant et très servira le. Nous reviendrons C est sûre
Très belle chambre et petit déjeuner gastronomique. Emilio et sa compagne sont charmant et très servira le. Nous reviendrons C est sûre
10
Andrew
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
10
Jorge Alberto
Feb 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Muy bien. Emilio es excelente anfitrión, preocupado por todos los detalles. Al día siguiente, el desayuno fue también excelente. El lugar es muy calmado y la habitación está bien insonorizada de tal forma que no se escucha el ruido de la autostrada.
Muy bien. Emilio es excelente anfitrión, preocupado por todos los detalles. Al día siguiente, el desayuno fue también excelente. El lugar es muy calmado y la habitación está bien insonorizada de tal forma que no se escucha el ruido de la autostrada.
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didier
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
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Elisabeth
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Endroit très difficile à trouver. Pas de panneau à l'entrée du chemin étroit et plein de trous. On arrive sur un porche, impression d'une propriété privée, là encore pas d'indications. La propriétaire voulait un message pour l'heure d'arrivée, sans préciser qu'il fallait passer par WhatsApp ! Nous avons galéré pendant 35 minutes. Et pour elle c'était drôle et de notre faute. Les chambres sont correctes. Très bon petit déjeuner
Endroit très difficile à trouver. Pas de panneau à l'entrée du chemin étroit et plein de trous. On arrive sur un porche, impression d'une propriété privée, là encore pas d'indications. La propriétaire voulait un message pour l'heure d'arrivée, sans préciser qu'il fallait passer par WhatsApp ! Nous avons galéré pendant 35 minutes. Et pour elle c'était drôle et de notre faute. Les chambres sont correctes. Très bon petit déjeuner
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Laura
Oct 7, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
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Abby
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
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Service
Service is a standout: hosts are repeatedly praised as warm, attentive, and helpful with recommendations and arrival assistance. A few guests reported miscommunication on arrival or delayed help late at night.
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Thomas
Oct 13, 2023
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We had a wonderful stay here and the service was excellent, The owners Emiliano and Maria made us breakfast every morning and it was wonderful. Each morning the breakfasts were different.
We had a wonderful stay here and the service was excellent, The owners Emiliano and Maria made us breakfast every morning and it was wonderful. Each morning the breakfasts were different.
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Maria Salvatrice
Oct 10, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
Struttura situata in campagna contesto tranquillo purtroppo le camere sono prive di zanzariere!! Sono tutte con terrazzo privato e con tavolo e sedie dove viene servita la colazione anzi più esatto dire Brunch perché salato prodotti tipici su richiesta il dolce molto buoni.. La camera con bagno ampia, testata del letto in tessuto simile alla pelle tutta Scorticata sgradevole da vedere. Bagno ampio nella doccia il porta shampoo era completamente arrugginito. Al rientro la prima sera di soggiorno prima delle ore 22 abbiamo trovato la camera infestata di zanzare .Ma l'oste nn è riuscito ad aiutarci perché era tardi lui abita altrove.Nn si trovava più scorta di piastrine antizanzare cmq sosteneva che le zanzare nn c'erano più!!.In secondo tempo ha ammesso che solo nella nostra camera mancavano le piastrine!!.. Abbiamo passato una notte in bianco con punture di zanzara ovunque!! Ci aspettavamo di più da questo soggiorno quando si va a pagare solo per il sabato 101€ ...e i restanti giorni 89€ a notte il costo nn è assolutamente adeguato Visto anche il periodo!!
10
Brigitta
Sep 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
10
Anna Maria
Sep 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our host, Emilio, was incredibly helpful. We arrived late into the Bari airport and he actually met us at the Polignano Nord exit to ensure that we wouldn’t get lost. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Our host, Emilio, was incredibly helpful. We arrived late into the Bari airport and he actually met us at the Polignano Nord exit to ensure that we wouldn’t get lost. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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FLAVIO
Apr 22, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
breve soggiorno in Puglia di 2 giorni,siamo stati benissimo come sempre accolti dalla disponibilità e cortesia di Emilio e Mariella. Consiglio vivamente di soggiornare presso questa struttura sia per vacanza che per lavoro. E poi le colazioni sono fantastiche e abbondanti!
breve soggiorno in Puglia di 2 giorni,siamo stati benissimo come sempre accolti dalla disponibilità e cortesia di Emilio e Mariella. Consiglio vivamente di soggiornare presso questa struttura sia per vacanza che per lavoro. E poi le colazioni sono fantastiche e abbondanti!
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Francois
Aug 18, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent rapport qualité / prix. Emilio est d'une gentillesse extrême.
Excellent rapport qualité / prix. Emilio est d'une gentillesse extrême.
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Alicia
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
10
Anthony
Aug 1, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Owners were great
Owners were great
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Elisabeth
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Endroit très difficile à trouver. Pas de panneau à l'entrée du chemin étroit et plein de trous. On arrive sur un porche, impression d'une propriété privée, là encore pas d'indications. La propriétaire voulait un message pour l'heure d'arrivée, sans préciser qu'il fallait passer par WhatsApp ! Nous avons galéré pendant 35 minutes. Et pour elle c'était drôle et de notre faute. Les chambres sont correctes. Très bon petit déjeuner
Endroit très difficile à trouver. Pas de panneau à l'entrée du chemin étroit et plein de trous. On arrive sur un porche, impression d'une propriété privée, là encore pas d'indications. La propriétaire voulait un message pour l'heure d'arrivée, sans préciser qu'il fallait passer par WhatsApp ! Nous avons galéré pendant 35 minutes. Et pour elle c'était drôle et de notre faute. Les chambres sont correctes. Très bon petit déjeuner
10
Abby
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
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Location
Countryside setting a short drive from Polignano a Mare is quiet and works well as a base; having a car is recommended. A few guests found it hard to locate or mentioned highway noise.
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Felix
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
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pascale
Nov 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were in an oasis of calm amongst olive trees. The welcome was amazing and the food good and well presented. The owner helped us order pizza for dinner as we didn't really want to leave the property.
We were in an oasis of calm amongst olive trees. The welcome was amazing and the food good and well presented. The owner helped us order pizza for dinner as we didn't really want to leave the property.
10
Victor Manuel
May 26, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It is an amazing place, we recommend it 100% it is clean, comfortable, quiet and excellent location, we would love to stay more but was all booked, the staff very helpful, friendly and always with one big smile.
It is an amazing place, we recommend it 100% it is clean, comfortable, quiet and excellent location, we would love to stay more but was all booked, the staff very helpful, friendly and always with one big smile.
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pete
Feb 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean place and lovely friendly host . Located outside of town and a bit odd location. Host super friendly. Good for a quick stay maybe not that scenic for a longer stay as a bit run down outside . So for a practical solution it’s ok . For a holiday stay etc I’d stay in the town itself which is lovely and fantastic restaurants etc
Clean place and lovely friendly host . Located outside of town and a bit odd location. Host super friendly. Good for a quick stay maybe not that scenic for a longer stay as a bit run down outside . So for a practical solution it’s ok . For a holiday stay etc I’d stay in the town itself which is lovely and fantastic restaurants etc
10
Brigitta
Sep 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
10
Anna Maria
Sep 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our host, Emilio, was incredibly helpful. We arrived late into the Bari airport and he actually met us at the Polignano Nord exit to ensure that we wouldn’t get lost. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Our host, Emilio, was incredibly helpful. We arrived late into the Bari airport and he actually met us at the Polignano Nord exit to ensure that we wouldn’t get lost. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
10
Andrew
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
10
Alicia
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
6
didier
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
10
Abby
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
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Dining
Breakfast receives repeated praise for variety, local homemade dishes, and thoughtful dietary accommodations, often delivered to the terrace. A few reviews felt it could improve or questioned its homemade nature.
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Lyn
Sep 19, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was fabulous, the best we have had. The owners are precious people, very accommodating, friendly, and superb cooks.
Breakfast was fabulous, the best we have had. The owners are precious people, very accommodating, friendly, and superb cooks.
10
Thomas
Oct 13, 2023
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We had a wonderful stay here and the service was excellent, The owners Emiliano and Maria made us breakfast every morning and it was wonderful. Each morning the breakfasts were different.
We had a wonderful stay here and the service was excellent, The owners Emiliano and Maria made us breakfast every morning and it was wonderful. Each morning the breakfasts were different.
4
Gilles
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fuyez cet endroit. Les étoiles sont uniquement pour les murs blancs et le petit dej qui n'est pas du fait maison.cet endroit ne correspond pas du tout au photos.cest un chantier naval. Tout tombe en ruine je ne comprends pas comment on peut mettre en location des chambres dans un endroit pareil. Le sous sol est en ruine. Les chaises sont rouillées ainsi que les tables. Pour le petit dej je doute qu'il soit préparé dans un endroit propre. Pour vous le déposer sur votre table la propriétaire et les 2 jeunes passent par le sous sol qui est complètement en ruine pour l avoir de mes propres yeux. Un chemin caillouteux pour accéder au sois disant logement qui n'est même pas fermé par un portail. Très très cher pour cet endroit délabré..non passez votre chemin.
Fuyez cet endroit. Les étoiles sont uniquement pour les murs blancs et le petit dej qui n'est pas du fait maison.cet endroit ne correspond pas du tout au photos.cest un chantier naval. Tout tombe en ruine je ne comprends pas comment on peut mettre en location des chambres dans un endroit pareil. Le sous sol est en ruine. Les chaises sont rouillées ainsi que les tables. Pour le petit dej je doute qu'il soit préparé dans un endroit propre. Pour vous le déposer sur votre table la propriétaire et les 2 jeunes passent par le sous sol qui est complètement en ruine pour l avoir de mes propres yeux. Un chemin caillouteux pour accéder au sois disant logement qui n'est même pas fermé par un portail. Très très cher pour cet endroit délabré..non passez votre chemin.
10
Michel
Sep 14, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Très belle chambre et petit déjeuner gastronomique. Emilio et sa compagne sont charmant et très servira le. Nous reviendrons C est sûre
Très belle chambre et petit déjeuner gastronomique. Emilio et sa compagne sont charmant et très servira le. Nous reviendrons C est sûre
10
Andrew
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
10
FLAVIO
Apr 22, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
breve soggiorno in Puglia di 2 giorni,siamo stati benissimo come sempre accolti dalla disponibilità e cortesia di Emilio e Mariella. Consiglio vivamente di soggiornare presso questa struttura sia per vacanza che per lavoro. E poi le colazioni sono fantastiche e abbondanti!
breve soggiorno in Puglia di 2 giorni,siamo stati benissimo come sempre accolti dalla disponibilità e cortesia di Emilio e Mariella. Consiglio vivamente di soggiornare presso questa struttura sia per vacanza che per lavoro. E poi le colazioni sono fantastiche e abbondanti!
10
Alicia
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
6
didier
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
Matelas usagé, nuisances sonores car autoroute proche, petit déjeuner à améliorer(pas de fruit, pas de pain, pas de yaourt), hôte sympathique et accueillante !
10
Marcelo
Feb 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast is delicious! Made by Emilio and his wife. They are very kind!
The breakfast is delicious! Made by Emilio and his wife. They are very kind!
10
Abby
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
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Jerome
Sep 25, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was fantastic every morning. Location is quiet. Great for families.
Breakfast was fantastic every morning. Location is quiet. Great for families.
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Pasquale
Aug 3, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
I really wanted to like this property. From the pictures it looked like the perfect little getaway. It was far from that. It was hell for a week. The deluxe suite was nothing further from old, dirty, musty and hot. The AC wasn’t working. The paint in the kitchen was peeling off the walls with mould, the AC was old and not working properly, it just couldn’t cool the rooms. By rooms I mean bedroom entrance and kitchen with two twin bunk beds and was so hot. The bunk beds are definitely not for teenagers and not sturdy. The place was dirty, infested with ants, and the property was in disrepair with electrical wires hanging and the property looks like it is not well upket. The family that runs it really work hard and by they try their best but for what they charge, they could do a lot more to fix this place and make it what it can be and what it was. The pictures are all at least 15 years old. The furniture front and back is rusted and breaking and falling apart. The value for the money is unacceptable. The breakfast is good, but repetitive and also not prepared with the most hygienic methods. We found multiple hairs in the meals. The ants are everywhere. The property is located in the middle of nowhere with no signs or indications as to where to go. The path through the far in narrow, not illuminated and flanked by a stone wall on each side barely able to fit a car. One jerk and you’ll scratch your car. I can’t recommend this place as the pictures do not represent the property.
I really wanted to like this property. From the pictures it looked like the perfect little getaway. It was far from that. It was hell for a week. The deluxe suite was nothing further from old, dirty, musty and hot. The AC wasn’t working. The paint in the kitchen was peeling off the walls with mould, the AC was old and not working properly, it just couldn’t cool the rooms. By rooms I mean bedroom entrance and kitchen with two twin bunk beds and was so hot. The bunk beds are definitely not for teenagers and not sturdy. The place was dirty, infested with ants, and the property was in disrepair with electrical wires hanging and the property looks like it is not well upket. The family that runs it really work hard and by they try their best but for what they charge, they could do a lot more to fix this place and make it what it can be and what it was. The pictures are all at least 15 years old. The furniture front and back is rusted and breaking and falling apart. The value for the money is unacceptable. The breakfast is good, but repetitive and also not prepared with the most hygienic methods. We found multiple hairs in the meals. The ants are everywhere. The property is located in the middle of nowhere with no signs or indications as to where to go. The path through the far in narrow, not illuminated and flanked by a stone wall on each side barely able to fit a car. One jerk and you’ll scratch your car. I can’t recommend this place as the pictures do not represent the property.
10
Danielle
Apr 21, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Mariela and her team were amazing and gracious hosts! The room was so spacious with your own dining areas....3 to choose from in your room. Breakfast was amazing....homemade items that left us full all day. Very good location to come and go while visiting northern Puglia
Mariela and her team were amazing and gracious hosts! The room was so spacious with your own dining areas....3 to choose from in your room. Breakfast was amazing....homemade items that left us full all day. Very good location to come and go while visiting northern Puglia
10
Xiaomin
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place! Clean and cozy,! Close to beach
Very nice place! Clean and cozy,! Close to beach
8
Assaf
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Staff was very courteous and attentive. Room was clean. Location is outstanding! Easy to get to and plenty of parking. We felt it would be a nice addition to include an electric kettle for making tea or coffee in the evening in our room. Also it would be helpful to include a couple of television channels in English.
Staff was very courteous and attentive. Room was clean. Location is outstanding! Easy to get to and plenty of parking. We felt it would be a nice addition to include an electric kettle for making tea or coffee in the evening in our room. Also it would be helpful to include a couple of television channels in English.
FAQs about Dimora Porto Contessa
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, on-site complimentary parking is available for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary breakfast is provided each morning, though specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:30 and check-out is at 09:00.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, airport shuttle services can be pre-booked prior to checking in.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including features such as step-free entrances.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
Casale Porto Contessa is located near the beach, convenient to Beach of San Vito and Cala Paura Beach in Polignano a Mare.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, though specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open during the following times:
- Monday - Sunday: 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Safety features at this property include window guards
- All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
- Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Business details
Property registration number IT072035B400104536, BA07203542000017357
- Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60.00 per room (one-way)
- Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 9:00 AM and 12:30 AM
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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