Masseria dei Monaci  

On Italy’s Salento coast in Otranto, a relaxed seaside masseria a short drive from the Otranto Waterfront and Otranto Castle and close to the dramatic Cava di Bauxite and regional park scenery.

A small 13-room property with an edgy Mediterranean vibe. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature minibars, flat-screen TVs, Egyptian-cotton sheets, down comforters and rainfall showers. Expect garden views, a communal living room and services for weddings and excursions.

Seasonal outdoor pool with a poolside bar, bicycles to rent, a solarium and a massage room. Complimentary wireless internet across the property, free self-parking, a tour desk and easy access to local diving spots.

24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, safe-deposit box and coffee/tea in a common area. Train station pick-up and roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge.

Enjoy Mediterranean dishes at Masseria dei Monaci with garden-view and alfresco seating. There’s a bar/lounge and a poolside bar, plus room service during limited hours. A daily buffet breakfast is offered from 8:00–10:00.