Lecce, ItalyHistoric Center
Palazzo De Noha
Vaulted archaeological palazzo
Vaulted archaeological palazzo
The intimate palace brings iconic Italian furniture and contemporary art into conversation with historic golden stone vaults.
What it’s good at
Notable
Glass corridor floors reveal ancient Roman ruins beneath vaulted Leccese stone ceilings.
Notable
A fifteenth-century palazzo endowed in 1490 to shelter foundlings as a noble refuge.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
a centuries-old building, marked by rough-hewn stone vaults, with ancient Roman ruins exposed by the glass floors of its corridors, transformed into a modern boutique hotel
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Piazza del Duomo and the Roman amphitheatre are an easy stroll away through the old town's limestone lanes.
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The rooms
Rough-hewn stone vaults rise above marble-clad bathrooms. One suite includes its own private Turkish bath.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An infinity plunge pool sits on the rooftop sundeck, looking out across terracotta tiles toward the historic bell tower.
The spa
At the table
Under climbing bougainvillea, breakfast and evening aperitivo are served on the rooftop terrace laid with patterned cementina tiles.
How it began
The De Donno family originally acquired the palace as a private home before restoring it into a boutique hotel in 2018.
Lecce
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Our shorthand
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.