Messapia Hotel & Resort  

Perched on a hill above Santa Maria di Leuca on Salento’s southern tip, with panoramic views over the sea. About 800 m from the town center and roughly 800 m from the shoreline, this family-friendly, pet-friendly resort sits close to the famed beaches known as the Maldives of Salento.

The property blends a historic masseria-style main building with semi-detached units, offering 110 units split between hotel rooms and self-catering apartments. Rooms and apartments feature air conditioning, TV, phone, a bathroom with shower and hairdryer; apartments add kitchenettes and equipped patios. Décor nods to local craft and Messapian motifs—think local stone, rushwork and bedhead symbols of sun, sea and wind. A panoramic lobby, art gallery and roof garden add local character, while a beauty centre, sauna and massage rooms cover wellness needs.

Two sea-water pools (one for kids), a roof garden for themed evenings, two bars and an on-site restaurant-pizzeria. Free scheduled shuttle to the popular nearby beaches, with paid beach umbrella/sunbed options and discounts at exclusive local lidos. Playground and green solarium among olive trees, an art gallery, unattended parking and entertainment programmes for all ages. Expect sea-breeze mornings and plenty of family-focused facilities including kids pools and organised clubs.

Free Wi‑Fi available in the lobby and pool area. Onsite parking and staff assistance for transfers and car rental can be arranged.

Buffet breakfast and table-service lunch and dinner, with water and wine included under the property's soft all-inclusive plan. Weekly typical Apulian dinners, a pizzeria, rooftop themed suppers and aperitif hours at the panoramic lobby bar. Vegetarian/vegan breakfast corner, basic gluten-free packaged items for celiacs and a mum’s corner with bottle warmers and baby‑food essentials.