Location. The Hotel Palazzo Papaleo is located in Otranto, Italy, 10 metres from the Cathedral and 50 metres from the castle, in the historic centre of the city. Brindisi Airport is 61 kilometres away.
Hotel Features. The first five star hotel in Otranto, The Hotel Palazzo Papaleos building is neo classical, with frescoed ceilings, antique furniture and a listed library. Contemporary chrome and glass balance the marble, vibrant colours and fresh flowers. There is a roof garden with a health club and hydrojet tubs, and panoramic views over the sea and city. Complimentary Internet connections are available, and parking is offered for a surcharge.
A buffet breakfast in the hotel is complimentary.
The beaches are 200 metres from the Hotel Palazzo Papaleo, offering snorkelling and scuba diving. The nearest 18 hole golf course is 30 kilometres away, and nearby bird watching, fishing, horse riding, sailing, tennis, yoga and water sports are available. The hotel can book bicycle excursions, boating tours, ayurvedic massage, foot reflexology sessions, wine tasting, and other activities.
Guestrooms. There are 11 guestrooms, each with beams, parquet floors, rich fabrics and contemporary furniture. All are air conditioned and include Internet connections, minibars, safes, satellite television, CD players and balconies, some of which have a view over Otranto bay. Bathrooms have hydrojet tubs and beauty kits.
Expert Tip. The Zinzulusa is one of the most famous marine caves of Southern Italy, home to a rich biodiversity of subterranean flora and fauna with prehistoric history. It is a part of the archaeological network of caves that include the nearby Deer Caves, consisting of an underground city with streets, signposts, and a temple.
Rates:
131 - 663 EUR
Number Of Rooms: 9
Number Of Floors: 1
Hotel Palazzo Papaleo
Via Rondachi 1
Otranto, Italy 73028
Driving Directions:
From Brindisi Casale Airport (BDS):
Distance to Hotel Palazzo Papaleo is 61 kilometres, approximately 60 minutes drive.
Getting there. The hotel offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel, for a surcharge. A typical taxi fare from the airport is 100 EUR. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. Otranto is easily explored on foot. Getting around the wider area of Puglia is possible by car or a host of bus services. The nearest train station is in Lecce, 50 kilometres away.
Driving directions. From Brindisi Casale Airport, follow the SS16 to Lecce, Maglie and then straight into Otranto, where the hotel is easily found near to the cathedral.