Palazzo De Castro  

In the heart of Squinzano, a boutique B&B a minute’s drive from the Parco del Negroamaro Oil and Wine Museum. A short ride reaches the Abbey of Santa Maria Cerrate and a cluster of local wineries, with Lecce under 20 km away. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, with Papola Casale Airport about 32 km from the door.

Small and stylish with just six air-conditioned rooms, Palazzo De Castro mixes city-center views with simple modern comforts. Rooms feature refrigerators or minibars, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, complimentary bottled water and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads and toiletries. Daily housekeeping keeps things fresh; note there’s no 24-hour reception and cots aren’t available.

Stretch out in the garden or on the terrace, rent a bicycle to explore local vineyards, or lose yourself in the hotel library. Complimentary wireless internet covers rooms and public areas, free self-parking is onsite, and tour/ticket assistance helps plan day trips. Babysitting/childcare and airport transfers are available for a surcharge.

Two small meeting rooms and luggage storage make this a solid pick for intimate events or work-and-wine getaways. An elevator keeps the place accessible, and Wi‑Fi in rooms and public spaces keeps you connected.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM—perfect for grabbing a coffee and planning your wine-tasting route.