31 Best Hotels in Puglia, Basilicata, and Calabria, Italy

Its design is more "international style" than "rustic Pugliese," but this hotel offers superb value, combining contemporary creature comforts with fancy tech. Guest rooms have comfy mattresses, sleek bathrooms, and fancy mood lighting; public spaces include a chic lounge bar and the “Enjoy Area,” replete with game consoles.

Beautifully restored trulli complex set within wild-flower meadows, wheat fields, and woods, wonderfully warm host Marilù's agriturismo offers instant relaxation, simple yet cozy, rustic domed-ceiling rooms and a flowery courtyard and kitchen for all to use at any time. Here you'll find simple rural Pugliese life and pleasures, exploring the fields and country lanes on foot or bicycle, and perhaps popping by the local farm for fresh cheese and eggs.

Contemporary minimalism, a soothing color palate, and cool design, including travertine-lined spa-like bathrooms and mood lighting, make this central boutique B&B a reliably serene and clean choice. As well as a basic but comfy double with balcony, there are two more spacious king rooms with spa bathrooms, a suite with a swanky terrace, and a studio with kitchenette. 

If you ever fancied a luxury stay in a small museum, Fiermontina is a magical world set within a courtyard, with four stunning suites dedicated to the arts and a museum you can wander around at night with a lantern, all the captivating legacy of painter Antonia Fiermonte and her love and friendship with two sculptors. Nearby Fiermontina Luxury Home has a pool while atmospheric Palazzo Bozzi Corso is steeped in history with artworks and interiors reflecting family connections with some of the leading creatives and cultural icons of the 20th century.      

The sleek, contemporary guest rooms at this hotel in an imaginatively renovated 1915 palazzo are warmed up a bit by fabrics with bold prints; fabulous public areas include a spacious, chic roof terrace and cocktail bar that serve aperitivi.

Overlooking Tropea's golden sands and azure waters, this intimate, self-styled boutique hotel—with modern, quirky, equatorial-theme rooms—is a reliable option. Accommodations include three deluxe sea view rooms, each with a beguiling balcony, huge shower room, sun loungers, and a whirlpool tub.

This cluster of trulli has been transformed into luxury suites with original architectural features with exposed stone everywhere, modern comforts, and tasteful flourishes, and breakfast is taken in an intimate inner courtyard and two pleasant rooms.

Situated at the bottom of the Sassi ravine on Via Fiorentini (limited car access), the Locanda is a more upscale cave-dwelling hotel, with all modern comforts, including an elevator to whisk you up the cliff to your room. The owners have even created underground thermae romanae (Roman-style baths) with a series of pools heated to different temperatures, a dry-heat room, a steam room, and hydromassage. Guest rooms are on four levels and are simply furnished to conform to the original cavern atmosphere—the view from your terrace is like something out of a movie.

An immersive, experiential stay in Magna Graecia amid twinkly lit ancient caves and scattered stone dwellings, with attention to every detail from the breakfast menu, crafted reproduction furniture, vases and fabrics, plus an enchanting spa that stages the daily Water Sanctuary ritual performance. Guest rooms are themed by various eras from Neolithic to VI--III BC, fitted according to experimental archaeological research, with hidden wooden panels concealing state-of-the-art modern control panels and sockets.  

Superbly positioned in front of the Duomo on a quiet seaside piazza, this small, handsome, beautifully maintained hotel has guest rooms with contemporary wooden furniture, white and azure fabrics, and marbled bathrooms. Attractive stonework and vaulted ceilings are featured in the Regia restaurant, where the regional seafood bounty are given imaginative twists. Reservations are essential for Sunday lunch and for dinner on summer weekends.

An imposing Leccese stone palazzo dating back to 1557 reborn in 2024 with spacious suites mixing moodily lit architectural features with contemporary style, sleek bathrooms, large comfy beds, a rooftop pool, and refined restaurant dining at La Bocca. Head up in the glass lift to the terrace to savor an aperitivo with views.

Set in an aristocratic 18th-century house in the center of the borgo antico and near Purità Beach, the Relais Corte Palmieri has been tastefully renovated to meet modern standards while preserving its frescoes, mosaics, antique doors, and other historical features. Soft pastel shades prevail, though no two rooms are alike. The roof garden affords spectacular views, and the spa offers massage and reflexology treatments.

Overlooking one of the Gargano Peninsula's loveliest bays, this secluded cluster of whitewashed buildings houses simply furnished modern rooms, some of which have balconies. A pair of elevators built into the cliff takes you down to a long, pebbly private beach. The hotel's restaurant is decent, but the menu is limited. Be careful when approaching on the road, as the gated entrance is easy to miss.

Housed in a handsome masseria farmhouse building, this countryside resort provides a tranquil base for relaxing by the pool, eating alfresco in courtyards and terraces, and spa pampering. Guest rooms carry on the elegant Pugliese-cool whitewashed and stone-tone theme: deluxe options have small terraces while suites up the airiness with a living area, terraces with elevated views, and spacious bathrooms.  

Handily moored near the marina and the castello, this hotel has a nautical theme with wrought-iron gates in the shape of waves, a statue of the sea god Neptune at the entrance, the owner's maritime antiques throughout, and guest rooms accented by shades of blue.

Two beautifully furnished, architect-renovated apartments within historic palazzi in the Centro Storico, with whitewashed coved ceilings, intriguing Pugliese crafts and fabrics, plus large comfortable beds. Apartment one has steep stone steps, the second is on the ground floor; both offer flexibility for one- to four or five occupants, by having an extra bathroom, alternative tea and coffee facilities, and divan beds.  

Set in a Belle Époque–style villa surrounded by gardens, atop a cliff near the village of Cetraro, the San Michele offers Mediterranean charm and old-style elegance. An elevator takes you down to the base of the cliff, where you'll find three private beaches and a summer bar and restaurant. The property also has a 9-hole golf course. As with most hotels on Calabria's coast, substantial bargains are available on room rates outside July and August.

On the coastal road between Crotone and Capo Colonna, a little out of town and just 8 km (5 miles) from the Sanctuary of Hera Lacinia, the '70s-style Helios has crystal clear shores nearby and a pool, terrace, restaurant, and snack bar—all on-site.

Set in a handsome 17th-century palazzo on slightly scruffy but charming Piazza Fontana, this self-styled "boutique hotel" has limestone walls, coved ceilings and warm off-white hues throughout, with many guest rooms having sea or church views and terraces. With only 11 rooms the family-run charm and care extends to the excellent buffet breakfast and fabulous, helpful staff.  

Although this hotel caters mainly to business travelers, its location near the main sights in Trani's historic center makes it a decent value option for tourists. Guest rooms are simply furnished (even a little old-fashioned), and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Restaurant meals are well priced if somewhat basic.

Interestingly renovated residence hewn out of the tufa rock, with a relaxed lounge/reception backdropped by a large Guerricchio canvas and atmospheric, sculptured breakfast room and cozy niche; a choice of high-dome ceiling, multishape rooms and suites—a mix modern and rustic furniture offset by sleek lighting. The layouts of the rooms vary with the idiosyncrasies of each stone dwelling: some are spacious while others have odd design choices like a minibar and coffee/tea facilities next to a shower and toilet.  

Beautifully restored, with high-style interiors, this 19th-century former masseria is an oasis of comfort just a short drive from lovely Otranto. In its long history, the building has also served as a monastery, herbal pharmacy, discotheque, and restaurant. Now it offers whitewashed Mediterranean minimalist chic, with wrought-iron beds, arched ceilings, gorgeous stone-and-marble bathrooms, and flowing white drapes—and the lobby looks like something out of a magazine. Much of the delicious food is plucked from the hotel's own garden, which includes dozens of fruit trees, and lunch can be taken poolside.

Run by the friendly famiglia De Mauro, this modern B&B ticks all the boxes for those seeking great value in a tranquil, scenic setting near the beach. The decor throughout is functional and minimalist, and there are good triple-room options. The highlight for many guests, though, is the rooftop deck. It's a pleasant stroll into town.

The second floor of this handsome 1930s palazzo in the modern Madonnella district near the lungomare houses spacious contemporary apartments with vibrant color-blocks, well-equipped kitchens, living spaces, comfortable bedrooms, and small balconies. The well-worn wooden front door may seem unimpressive but once inside a grand marble staircase leads to the accommodation which is managed by the charming, ever-helpful host Leonardo. 

Housed within the handsome Palazzo Rosso, the former residence of Ostuni's first mayor has been transformed from near dereliction to a stunning boutique hotel. Expect quirky artworks and design both ancient and modern throughout, from the Cuban-flavored bar and cozy lounges to a series of one-off guest rooms and outside area with a chic pool and intriguing corners.     

Located beside the bus and parking space, and a short walk to Piazza Libertà, Primo is a sleek modern hotel, with great staff, whitewashed spaces and comfortable rooms with some interesting lighting and design throughout. Buffet breakfast is pretty decent with plenty of choices and is taken in the light-filled restaurant area.  

Like most hotels in Cosenza, the Royal caters mainly to a business clientele, yet it's nevertheless a good choice for a stopover: what it lacks in local flavor, it makes up for with excellent central location, functional yet dated rooms, and reasonable room rates.

On the edge of Camigliatello, less than 1 km (½ mile) from the ski slopes, this hotel is in a peaceful, picturesque location. Don't be put off by its '70s-era look—the lodge is well equipped with plenty of space for evening entertainment, including live music, and relaxation after a day of hiking or skiing. There is a sun terrace shaded by a walnut tree, and all rooms have balconies. Keep an eye out for good full-board deals in summer.

This Stile Liberty villa in the seaside village of Acquafredda has original features and period pieces, a tranquil garden, a pool where you can idle the days away, and a flowery terrace for sunset dining. In the summer, a shuttle bus operates between the villa and the town's beach. Note: there's a minimum four-night stay in high season.  The spectacular coastline traced by the SS18 road from Sapri to Acquafredda near the hotel stars in the 2021 Bond film, No Time to Die.