Ultimate guide on where to stay in Puglia, Italy
You might have understood that we love Puglia and every single corner of this gorgeous region. After exploring the best places to visit in Puglia, now it’s time to discover all the top places where to stay in Puglia, Italy.
We will help you to pick the right accommodation in Puglia choosing between a trendy and cosy hotel and a local Airbnb. We are Airbnb lovers, but not always. Depending on the location, we pick the right accommodation for us. Like we did in Berlin. We stayed in a Hostel and we actually loved it.
This time, while spending a week around Puglia, we decided to combine both Airbnb and hotels. Our main reason was that we were looking for a cheaper but great place where to stay in Puglia, Italy. Below you will find our suggestions to better enjoy your staycation in Puglia.
Best accommodation in Puglia
When it comes to finding the right accommodation, we are always looking for a budget place where to stay, however, we also look at the location.
We divided the places where to stay in Puglia into two, Airbnb and Hotels. Depending on who you are travelling with and what kind of budget you have, below you will find the right place to stay in Puglia!
How long you spend in a place also influences your decisions. In fact, for a shorter stay, we privilege accommodations near the city centre or the main station. This is because you will be nearby the main landmarks, or at a shorter distance from the airport.
For a longer stay, you might find accommodations that will enhance some features, like pools, restaurants, and attractions nearby.
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- Dimora Cappellini
- B&B Alis Home
- Studio Flat in Martina Franca
- Apartment with a view in Polignano a Mare
- Airbnb stay for a perfect sunrise over Ostuni
- Don Ferrante in Monopoli
- Hotel Grotta Palazzese
- Dimora Sumerano in Alberobello
- Hotel Monte Sarago in Ostuni
- Mercure Villa Romanazzi Carducci Bari
- TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR YOUR STAY IN PUGLIA, ITALY
Best Airbnbs to stay in Puglia, Italy
Dimora Cappellini
You might know that during our one week in Puglia, we started our road trip from Brindisi. We stayed in a cosy and quiet B&B located in a noiseless area, easy to reach from the airport and nearby the city centre.
Everything that we needed for our day in Brindisi. This shared apartment will be ideal if you are looking for a moderate place where to stay in Puglia. Are you planning a trip towards Ostuni and Lecce? This apartment is located at a strategic point as it’s connected to the highway towards these locations.
B&B Alis Home
Comfortable and located within walking distance of the historic city centre and the port, this entire apartment can be another option if you are looking for places to stay in Brindisi. Cosy and fully equipped, Casa Rebecca can be another alternative place to stay in Puglia! Here you can check the dates and book your stay in Puglia.
Studio Flat in Martina Franca
So far, our stay in Martina Franca has been the best. We picked Martina Franca thanks to its strategic location. This White Town in Puglia is well connected to Ostuni, Locorotondo and Alberobello, but still, a hidden gem and less crowded, which also means it cheap.
Small and cosy, we really enjoyed our stay in this studio flat. We had the impression of staying in a little Trullo and I think this was what we liked the most. Here you can check the availability and book your stay in Martina Franca.
Also Read: The ultimate Martina Franca Puglia Guide
Apartment with a view in Polignano a Mare
If you ask us where to stay in Polignano a Mare, this will be our first choice. This cosy apartment with sea view it’s what we loved the most about our one week in Puglia.
Very popular and usually booked, this apartment is the perfect solution if you’re looking to enjoy Polignano and the fantastic view of this house.
Terrazza Sul Mare is a sea-view holiday home which is located in the middle of the historical city centre, nearby the famous sea-view balcony. Here, you will have your personal Terrazza to enjoy the beautiful landscape. Check here the availability and book in advance as this place is always full, especially in the summertime.
READ ALSO | Top things to do in Polignano a Mare
Airbnb stay for a perfect sunrise over Ostuni
When we were looking at all the places where to stay in Puglia Italy, we put on the top of our list all the apartments with a view. Waking up to a gorgeous scenario and having breakfast with a sea view, it was something that everyone should experience while in Puglia. The same happened when we booked our stay in Ostuni.
What we loved the most about this place was waking up for sunrise and enjoying the beautiful colours of the sky, touching the white city of Ostuni. Incredible and magical!
Located in the heart of Ostuni, this home apartment has everything you might need while in Puglia. Book here your stay and don’t miss a fantastic sunrise over Ostuni.
TIPS | During Summer, Puglia becomes more busy than usual, and sometimes the right place doesn’t become available. Our friend recommended this palace which is worth taking into consideration. Check the dates here.
READ ALSO | Things to do in Ostuni, Puglia
Best hotels to stay in Puglia
Don Ferrante in Monopoli
For us, Monopoli was a pleasant surprise. We never thought that we would love Monopoli more than Polignano. In fact, the greatest place where to stay in Puglia is for sure Don Ferrante. This hotel was built into the walls of Monopoli and today offers comfort and a bit of luxury. There are different types of rooms where you can choose from, and don’t forget to enjoy the small but cute sunbathing area with a pool. Check the dates here and enjoy your stay in Monopoli.
TIPS | For cheaper accommodation in Monopoli, check La Cattedrale here.
READ ALSO | Top things to do in Monopoli
Hotel Grotta Palazzese
You might know Polignano a Mare even for its famous restaurant Grotta Palazzese. For a real and unique experience, you should consider staying at Grotta Palazzese’s Hotel. With its premium service and gorgeous amenities, you will love Polignano even more. As it’s a trendy place, it usually gets booked, so if you are looking for the best Puglia hotels, check here the dates.
If this accommodation in Puglia is out of your budget, don’t worry because we have a second recommendation for you. Covo Dei Saraceni is another option to consider while looking at where to stay in Puglia. Cheaper than Grotta Palazzese, Covo Dei Saraceni will accommodate all your needs while in Polignano. Check the dates here.
Dimora Sumerano in Alberobello
If you are looking for places to stay in Alberobello, on the top of your list should be staying in a Trulli. Those cute, little and cone-shaped houses are one of the top things to do in Alberobello. You will experience the proper Apulian life while staying in a Trullo.
You can’t leave Puglia without visiting and staying in Alberobello. If you love the city by day, wait to see how gorgeous it will look during the night.
Don’t miss this opportunity and stay in a Trullo House, as we did! Check the availability here.
READ ALSO | Reasons why Puglia is worth visiting
Hotel Monte Sarago in Ostuni
Located within 15 minutes from Piazza Della Libertà, Hotel Monte Sarago offers incredible amenities and gorgeous rooms with a view. You will find everything that you might need during your stay plus you’ll be nearby the historic city centre.
If you were thinking of skipping Ostuni during your one week in Puglia, remember that this cute village is one of the best in the region. We recommend you book a room with a view and enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunset. However, sometimes this place it’s pricey; if so, visit it and go back to Martina Franca, with more accessible accommodations at a fair distance.
Mercure Villa Romanazzi Carducci Bari
As Bari is the capital of the region Apulia, there are many places you can stay. We picked this gorgeous property as it’s located in the city’s heart, close to the main train station.
We could easily commute to other destinations from the station, so we picked this hotel. In fact, when checking where to stay in Bari, remember that you can plan amazing day trips from Bari,o the hotel accommodation is important.
Located 2 km from Petruzzelli Theatre, which can be seen as the middle point of the beautiful lungomare. The Mercure Villa Romanazzi Carducci will welcome you with all your needs. You can check here the dates.
READ ALSO | Best things to do in Bari, Italy
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Mercure Villa
Q&A about where to stay in Puglia Italy
u003cstrongu003eWhich is the best town to stay in Puglia?u003c/strongu003e
Below you will find the u003cstrongu003ebest places to stay in Puglia, Italy:u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/things-to-do-in-ostuni-italy/u0022 data-type=u0022postu0022 data-id=u002213612u0022u003eOstuniu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/martina-franca-puglia/u0022 data-type=u0022postu0022 data-id=u002225543u0022u003eMartina Francau003cbru003eu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eOtrantou003cbru003eCisterninou003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca data-wpil=u0022urlu0022 href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/things-to-do-in-locorotondo/u0022 data-type=u0022postu0022 data-id=u002217536u0022u003eLocorotondou003cbru003eu003c/au003eu003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/things-to-do-in-bari-italy/u0022 data-type=u0022postu0022 data-id=u002213313u0022u003eBariu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e
u003cstrongu003eWhere should I stay in Puglia as a base?u003c/strongu003e
There are so many places where you can stay as a Base; here are our suggestions:u003cbru003eMonopoliu003cbru003eLecceu003cbru003eViesteu003cbru003eBariu003cbru003eMartina Francau003cbru003eThe best experience in Puglia it’s to stay in the historic centre, you will enjoy more the local life. However, in Alberobello, this part of the city it’s the highest demand and prohibitive prices because it is a World Heritage site. Other than that, we suggest looking for the Murat area in Bari Town visiting the hills of the Regions, and looking for where to stay in Puglia as a base, Martina Franca it’s the best answer.
u003cstrongu003eHow many days do you need in Puglia?u003c/strongu003e
u003cstrongu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/one-week-in-puglia-itinerary/u0022u003eOne week in Pugliau003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e u003c/strongu003eis enough to go around the region and explore the most important sights. In these 7 days in Puglia, you’ll be able to reach the southern part of the region known as the “heel of the boot”. If you wish to spend more time around this gorgeous region, you can consider staying up to three weeks.
u003cstrongu003eIs Puglia safe for tourists?u003c/strongu003e
u003cstrongu003eYes, it is!u003c/strongu003e There are many destinations in the world considered unsafe but Puglia isn’t one of them. You will feel completely safe while strolling around the region.
u003cstrongu003eWhat is the best time to visit Puglia?u003c/strongu003e
The u003cstrongu003ebest time to visit Pugliau003c/strongu003e is during spring or early summer/autumn. During summer the weather can reach a high temperature, and you won’t be able to enjoy much of your trip. We’ve been in the middle of September, and the temperature was still around 30°C.
u003cstrongu003eWhere to stay in Puglia for Beachesu003c/strongu003e
u003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/best-beaches-in-puglia/u0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022color: var(u002du002dstk-global-color-27229, #003f48);u0022 class=u0022stk-highlightu0022u003eu003cstrongu003ePuglia is most known for its amazing beacheu003c/strongu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cstrongu003esu003c/strongu003eu003c/au003e.u003cbru003eIf you areu003cstrongu003e visiting Puglia in summer, u003c/strongu003eyou are probably staying in the southern part of the Region.u003cbru003eWe discourage you from u003cstrongu003estaying in Gallipoli.u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003ePuglia in August tends to be crowded with Italians. Look for more hidden spots, and go around by car, go for a spot within 20 km by the coast side. In this way, you will skip the crowds and enjoy the surrounding area with olive groves and vineyards.u003cbru003eSanta Maria di Leuca it’s a beautiful place with amazing beaches. However, check also for the less known “Gargano”, which is the area north of Bari, easy to reach by car. This place’s ideal for scuba diving, with incredible hidden beaches.u003cbru003eMany hotels offer Private Beach, Beach club, outdoor pools, rooftop terraces and even a golf course.
u003cstrongu003eWhat is the most famous food in Puglia?u003c/strongu003e
You will love u003cstrongu003ePuglia’s foodu003c/strongu003e. Below you have the list of the u003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/puglia-food-guide/u0022u003emost famous foods of Puglia:u003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eOrecchiette Pastau003cbru003ePucciau003cbru003eCapocollou003cbru003eFresh fish u003cbru003eFocacciau003cbru003eMeatu003cbru003eWine
u003cstrongu003eWhat are the best luxury Hotels in Puglia?u003c/strongu003e
u003ca href=u0022https://www.booking.com/hotel/it/grotta-palazzase.en.html?aid=7927807u0026amp;no_rooms=1u0026amp;group_adults=2u0026amp;label=WheretostayinPugliau0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener nofollowu0022u003eGrotta Palazzeseu003c/au003eu003cbru003eLocanda Don Ferrante u003cbru003eMasseria Torre Coccarou003cbru003eIl Melograno
u003cstrongu003eWhere to stay in Puglia without a caru003c/strongu003e
If you plan a road trip in Puglia, you can do it even without a car. It might sound crazy but by planning it well, you can organise a perfect trip to the southern region of Italy.u003cbru003eWe did it, it was fun and so you can as well! Check our u003ca href=u0022https://italiantripabroad.it/Blog/one-week-in-puglia-itinerary/u0022u003eu003cstrongu003eweek itinerary in Pugliau003c/strongu003eu003c/au003e and see how we did it!u003cbru003eIf you don’t have a car, these are the places u003cstrongu003ewhere to stay in Puglia:u003c/strongu003e u003cbru003eBariu003cbru003eMonopoliu003cbru003eBrindisiu003cbru003eLecceu003cbru003eOtranto
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