Monopoli
Il Melograno
Photo: Courtesy of Il Melograno
Italy’s only Relais & Châteaux property south of Naples sits just outside Monopoli on the Adriatic coast of Apulia, the “heel” of the Italian boot—a sunbaked corner of the country where everything is white-on-white. In a peaceful setting amid olive groves, this 17th-century masseria (farming estate) was converted into a small hotel by antiques collector Camillo Guerra, who scattered period furnishings and Persian rugs on the tile floors of the 37 simple but well-appointed rooms. Guests congregate by the indoor and outdoor pools and the new Orlane spa (complete with a hammam), or choose to board the complimentary shuttle to a private beach nearby. Don’t miss dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, which serves excellent nouvelle Pugliese cuisine.
Room to Book:
Traditional thick walls and small windows help beat the summer heat, but those who want to soak up the Mediterranean sun should book a room with a patio or terrace—conveniently available in all room categories.
Insider Tip:
The hotel’s cooking classes require a minimum of eight people. Solo guests or pairs can book a relaxing coastal cruise on the fishing boat La Madonna della Madia.
Amenities
Open / Closes- Adjoining Rooms
- Breakfast Included
- Babysitting
- Concierge
- Childcare
- Dry Cleaning
- Family Friendly
- Gym/Fitness Center
- Gay Friendly
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Handicapped Accessible
- Luxury Boutique Hotel
- Laundry Service
- Maid Service
- Manor/Estate/Villa
- Meal Plan
- Meeting Room
- Pet Friendly
- Parking Available
- Room Service
- Spa
- Seasonal
- Turndown
- Tennis
- Valet Parking
- WiFi
Number of Rooms: 37
Number of Suites: 7
Number of Pools: 2
Year Opened: 1987
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