Hilltop masseria cloister
Panoramic Adriatic views meet twenty-four hectares of olive groves and citrus orchards around a restored eighteenth-century stone farm.
What it’s good at
Notable
Whitewashed limestone arches, Lecce papier-mache chandeliers, and an antique water tank reimagined as a panoramic saltwater pool.
Notable
Eighteenth-century stone stables, refectory halls, and a former dovecote carefully converted into rural guest suites.
Notable
Estate-grown olive oil, biodynamic kitchen gardens, and daily focaccia baked in the restored historic stone oven.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The elevated position is unusual for Puglia, and the Adriatic views from the infinity pool and restaurant terrace are among the best arguments for booking a room here.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched on a quiet ridge between Conversano and Polignano a Mare, the estate overlooks coastal bluffs and Adriatic waters.
The rooms
Rooms carved from historic stables and cisterns feature vaulted limestone ceilings, with select suites adding private hammams or garden plunge tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Two infinity pools look out across drystone walls and olive groves toward the Adriatic horizon.
The spa & gym
Dogs stay too.
Mareincielo Restaurant
Dinners are served beneath the refectory's stone vaults, drawing on produce gathered from the biodynamic garden.
At the table
The arched stone bar serves cocktails infused with local herbs alongside wines produced on the estate.
How it began
The Valentini family restored this eighteenth-century farming hamlet and monastic shelter, reopening the whitewashed estate in 2023.
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How we rate hotels.
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.