Masseria Valente in Ostuni

Masseria Valente sits on a 37-hectare property that includes an organic vegetable garden and ancient olive groves with trees up to 1,000 years old - some are designated national monuments. The former farmhouse has a renovated underground oil mill that guests can tour, and the hotel produces three types of olive oil on site, available for tasting and purchase. Two outdoor swimming pools - one an infinity pool shaped like two interlocking circles - are set within the landscaped gardens, with a pool bar, sun loungers, and a separate kids' pool.

Each air-conditioned studio has an independent entrance, a veranda, an equipped kitchenette, and a seating and dining area. The en suite bathrooms include free toiletries, and the rooms are allergy-free and soundproofed. Larger connecting rooms with kitchenettes are available for families, and all accommodations offer tea and coffee makers.

A daily buffet breakfast features sweet and savory local foods - fresh fruits, pastries, meats, and cheeses - served in the dining room or outdoors on the terrace. The on-site restaurant offers themed dinner nights, kids' meals, special diet menus, and a selection of local wines and champagne. Guests can purchase regional products and the farm's own olive oil from the minimarket; a coffee house on site also provides snack bar service.

Bike tours, cooking classes, hiking, walking tours, and guided tours about local culture are all available on the property. Evening entertainment includes live music and happy hour, and the hotel organizes themed dinners. A free tour of the historic underground olive mill is offered, along with olive oil tastings.

The property is located halfway between Ostuni and the sea, with both within 7 km by car. Brindisi Airport and Zoosafari Fasanolandia are approximately 35 minutes away by car. The hotel provides an airport shuttle, car hire, bike rental, and a shuttle service, plus free parking, luggage storage, a tour desk, and 24-hour security with CCTV.

Grounds: 37-hectare olive estate with 1,000-year-old trees

Pools: Two outdoor pools including an infinity pool with pool bar

Experience: Free underground olive mill tour and olive oil tasting

Dining: Local breakfast buffet and themed dinner nights

Services: Airport shuttle, bike rental, and free parking

Family: Kids' pool, family rooms, babysitting services