Masseria San Domenico

Masseria San Domenico is an exquisitely restored 15th C. farmhouse and villa nearby the sea surrounded by gardens and olive groves containing centuries old trees. The Malpignano family originally purchased the property as a vacation home with matriarch Marisa Lisi Melpignano spearheading its transformation. After many years when the children of the family were grown, the decision was made to turn the property ino a hotel. Around 15 years ago, the family built the nearby resort Borgo Egnazia, which is much larger and designed to simulate an Italian village. We visited to see the property but prefer Masseria San Domenico. Also, Borgo Egnazia welcomes children and families. The highlight to me as a swimmer is the 50 meter long swimming pool set naturalistically into the landscape and partially filled with sea water. Absolutely a joy to swim in! Guest rooms and public areas are tastefully furnished. Branded linens and toiletries, robes and slippers are provided. The food is outstanding! All of the staff are friendly and accommodating. This was the last hotel on our bike trip and certainly far and away the best. Highly recommend and hope to return! We were so enchanted by the property and the vision of Marisa Lisi Melpignano that we purchased the hefty volume documenting its history and development. The family also has established a foundation in Puglia to preserve the history and land of the area. And we just had to purchase a quantity of their spectacular olive oil to take home!

Beautiful, remote, perfect service, amazing food. Arguably the biggest and most beautiful and best pool in the world. It’s beautiful just to walk around all the Olive Garden. That’s surround the property. You’re nearby a bunch of very pictures little town so it’s very easy for day trips.

Rude staff at the reception. Not professional and giving attitude to the hotel guests. We were staying as a group of 6 people and everyone was shocked by the staff: couldn’t arrange transfers in time, tried to double charge for hotel services. Shouted at my friend at the check out. Also, we were disappointed with the fact that its a five star hotel and they dont have a steamer/ iron in the room so you have to pay €50 for steaming services.

Absolutely stunning hotel, it's more then an hotel it's a full deep experience in the lifestyle of Puglia. All perfect here and truly original.

The rooms are amazing The grounds impeccable The staff is wonderful I was amazed at the condition of the property and how well maintained it is The bike rides in the morning are fantastic. The location is close to amazing towns This would be the top one or two properties I have stayed in my travels