Centro Storico Ostuni, Italy
Renovated
2020
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
Whitewashed summit keep
Tucked behind Ostuni's cathedral, this stone sanctuary pairs quiet monastic minimalism with sunlit courtyards shaded by orange and lemon trees.
“La Sommitá is a fascinating fusion of contemporary comforts and Gothic-Romanesque architecture, with only 10 suites in the imposing cliff-hugging mass of cream-colored stone.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Ascetic minimalism paired with original star-vaulted calcarenite stone ceilings, bleached oak, and creamy linen furnishings.
Notable
Sixteenth-century vaulted noble palazzo built over medieval fortifications, preserving an ancient subterranean olive press.
Notable
Citrus-shaded Spanish gardens and olive oil tastings inside historic cisterns overlooking Ostuni's whitewashed hillside.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The interiors walk the line between an ascetic minimalism and a stylish luxury, in a palette of creams and off-whites...
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Perched at the highest point of the old town, the palazzo overlooks a labyrinth of whitewashed alleys and distant olive plains.
The rooms
Rooms sit under high star vaults with calcarenite stone walls, bleached oak, and serene bathrooms shaped like subterranean vaults.
The plunge pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers line the turquoise plunge pool in the courtyard garden, framed by white stone arches and olive trees.
The spa
Vaulted stone chambers inside an eighteenth-century olive press house a Turkish bath, a sauna, and argan oil massage rituals.
At the table
Cielo serves creative Pugliese cuisine under historic stone vaults, and sommeliers lead wine tastings inside the restored cisterns.
How it began
Built over medieval fortifications in the sixteenth century, this noble palazzo once belonged to Duchess Bona Sforza before its modern restoration.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.