The best beach resorts in Apulia

Most people who intend to organize a trip to Apulia in the summer are essentially looking for two types of accommodation: apartments or holiday homes to be able to experience the holiday in complete autonomy or beach hotels or resorts to be able to enjoy all the comforts of an organized structure with a punctual and helpful staff. In this article we will focus on the second type of accommodation just mentioned, as I strongly believe that this is the most appropriate choice to be able to fully enjoy the holiday, taking advantage of a whole series of services present in these structures. Here it is possible to find areas dedicated to different types of sports, activities and entertainment for children and teenagers, wellness and massage facilities, boutiques, conference rooms, it is also possible to organize excursions through the structure, enjoy shuttle services to easily move around the city center without having to worry about driving in traffic … and much more. In this article I will tell you about 5 best beach resorts in Apulia.

1. ECORESORT LE SIRENÉ**** – GALLIPOLI

Ecoresort Le Sirenè in Gallipoli, is a modern hotel located in one of the most suggestive bays of Apulia, immersed in the pine forest of the Regional Natural Park. The Ecoresort is one of the several hotels of Caroli Hotels, which has always been synonymous with professionalism and guarantee.

The name of the hotel draws attention to environmental protection, to offer guests quality services, respecting nature through energy management systems and eco-friendly procedures, aimed at reducing the impact of its activities on the environment.

The rooms

The structure has 120 rooms with private bathroom, shower, air conditioning, safe, TV, minibar, telephone, wifi, private balcony with magnificent view of the Torre del Pizzo inlet.

Le Sirenè Restaurant

The tastiest flavors of Salento cuisine, with the inevitable fish from the rich depths of the Ionian Sea, accompanied by the best wines of Terra d’Otranto, are the daily offering of the renowned Le Sirene restaurant. Vegetables, flours, preserves, fruit, oils and wines are mostly produced in the countryside of the area, exclusively for the hotel, another sign of the genuine hospitality of the Caroli Hotels. Don’t miss the unforgettable evenings under the stars at the “Cafè Chantant”, the piano bar on the terrace of the pool and the delicacies of the seaside restaurant “Le Tamerici”.

Services of the Le Sirenè Resort

The conference center equipped with the most modern technological equipment, and able to satisfy the various needs, can accommodate from 5 to 300 people.

The nautical club offers the possibility of practicing canoeing, sailing, swimming in a semi-Olympic pool, windsurfing, scuba diving with the release of a license; rental is provided for windsurfing, sailing boats, canoes, pedal boats, boats. Alternatively, five-a-side football and tennis with lighting, horse riding, mini golf, bowls, water polo, water skiing, beach volleyball, fishing trips, table tennis, cycle rides and the playground.

The property has a private beach in the Torre del Pizzo inlet, a natural spectacle that is renewed every day where the sea breeze envelops guests.

2. FURNIRUSSI TENUTA, RESORT & SPA * – LECCE

Immersed in the Salento countryside, a few kilometers from the main tourist centers and close to the sea, Furnirussi Tenuta is a paradise for a holiday dedicated to relaxation and zero-mile cuisine.

The Suites of Tenuta Furnirussi

Each of its 29 Suites is located within the Mediterranean garden of the Tenuta, where the fruit trees and native vegetation blend in a perfect cocktail of relaxation and privacy.

The Junior Suites are located on the ground floor and offer a private garden-solarium, creating an enchanting courtyard surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, while on the upper floors of the noble part of the Structure, there are the Executive, Superior and Presidential Suites. From their private terraces, with direct access to the SPA, they allow you to enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside and the 1000m2 Bio-design Pool.

Furnirussi restaurant

Furnirussi Tenuta also offers a unique, zero-mile gastronomic experience. The restaurant offers an authentic yet refined menu, combining the best Italian classics with the most innovative and distinctive dishes, using mainly organic products from the Tenuta’s garden, together with the best raw materials from local farmers, breeders and fishermen. The restaurant is open for a rich buffet breakfast and for lunch and dinner with an à la carte service.

Services & activities

For fitness lovers, in the Tenuta you can find a gym with all the latest generation Technogym equipment. Customers can request the guidance of a personal trainer or book private Yoga sessions. For golf lovers, the Acaya Golf Club is located approximately 30 km away. However, do not miss the opportunity to go out and jog among the fig trees on the path that surrounds the entire structure. Finally, for complete relaxation, the welcoming SPA awaits you with massage rooms, Kneipp path, jacuzzi, emotional shower, relaxation area, herbal tea room and a Hammam dug into the limestone rock. The perfect conclusion to a long day in the sun. Furnirussi Tenuta is at your disposal for any request or additional service: excursions, visits to the farm, tastings and purchase of the company’s products.

Beach

The beautiful golden beaches of Laghi Alimini, located approx. 10 km away from Furnirussi Tenuta, can be reached (on request and for a fee) with the hotel’s shuttle service. The staff at the reception will be available to guests for information and reservations of the beaches in the area, equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers.

3. CANNE BIANCHE LIFESTYLE HOTEL * – BRINDISI

Canne Bianche Lifestyle & Hotel is a 5-star luxury boutique hotel on the golden coast of Torre Canne di Fasano, in the heart of the most authentic Puglia. Here, time passes gently, between small attentions and simple gestures that tell of a long tradition of hospitality.

The rooms of Canne Bianche

The rooms of Canne Bianche reflect the harmony of the Apulian landscape, with natural colors and fine materials. Equipped with modern comforts, they include memory foam mattresses for maximum relaxation. The rooms offer views of the sea or the garden, with furnished balconies or patios, for a comfortable and regenerating stay.

The beach

​Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel represents the very essence of the structure: an oasis of tranquility, where nature meets simple and discreet elegance. In the suggestive private cove, on a pristine beach, time passes to the rhythm of the waves, offering an experience of pure and regenerating relaxation.

Gastronomic offer

The gastronomic experience at Canne Bianche celebrates the Apulian tradition with an innovative touch. The two restaurants and the bar of the hotel offer authentic and creative dishes, from breakfast to dinners under the stars. Autentico Wine & Restaurant serves typical Apulian cuisine, gourmet pizza and a rich selection of local and international wines. Giùammare Osteria Contemporanea, with a panoramic veranda, specializes in fresh fish and pizza, perfect for a romantic dinner with a sea view. The Botanico Lounge Bar is ideal for a relaxing break with coffee, tea or cocktails by the pool, accompanied by Apulian delicacies.

Wellness Center

In the structure, guests can relax at the Aqua Spa of Canne Bianche which offers a journey into wellness, inspired by natural techniques and ingredients. Equipped with saunas, hydromassage, Turkish bath, chromotherapy and a relaxation area, the SPA offers personalized treatments such as hot stone massages, couple massages and Ayurvedic techniques, also suitable for expectant mothers. It is possible to reserve the SPA for exclusive experiences. The offer also includes a fully equipped gym and yoga sessions for complete well-being.

Services

Hotel Canne Bianche offers numerous paid activities for guests, including kitesurfing, horse riding and cooking classes. Classic bicycles are free, while e-bikes can be rented with hourly or daily rates. Guests can also use the gym with personal trainer for private sessions. It is possible to book excursions and guided tours to nearby places of particular interest such as Ostuni, Alberobello and Martina Franca with the hotel.

4. KALIDRIA HOTEL AND THALASSO SPA * – CASTELLANETA MARINA

Kalidria Hotel & Thalasso SPA, in Castellaneta Marina, welcomes guests to the beauty of Puglia, offering an ideal stay to regenerate mind and body. This is made possible by a series of services designed specifically for guests such as the splendid Ethra Thalasso SPA, an oasis of beauty and well-being, inspired by the regenerating power of water and the sea.

The rooms

The Kalidria Hotel & Thalasso Spa offers its guests a large, modern structure for a totally relaxing stay. It has 109 comfortable rooms, including 9 Suites and the Albachiara Suite, all with a private furnished terrace with a splendid view of the pine forest, and 5 Ecolodge Suites, immersed in the pine forest.

The restaurant

The stay, in Half Board treatment, includes a buffet breakfast and dinner with table service at the central Kalidria restaurant. Tables are available in a shaded area outside the central restaurant (bookable directly at the hotel, subject to availability). For lunch, the Mediterraneo restaurant, on the sea, and the Sea box are available, for a fee and upon reservation, for those who prefer to have lunch under their own umbrella.

The beach

Kalidria Hotel & Thalasso SPA offers a large, private, sandy beach on a 5 km long coastline of rare beauty, between dunes and Mediterranean scrub, equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas as well as an outdoor swimming pool with sea water, heated in winter. The beach can be reached with a convenient shuttle.

Wellness Center

The exclusive Ethra Thalasso SPA of 3,500 square meters is among the most suggestive Thalassotherapy centers in Italy. It offers a rich selection of Thalassotherapy, beauty treatments, massages, wellness programs, relaxation and remise en forme, an outdoor seawater pool, an indoor pool with a Marine Aquatonic program, a Thalasso Oasis with open-air hydromassage tubs, Turkish bath, sauna, hydromassage, solarium cabin, gym with Technogym equipment (paid services).

Services & Activities

Guests of the Kalidria can freely use the services offered by Ethra Reserve:

• Entertainment and shows: a large team of professional entertainers offers new and quality shows every evening, from musicals to cabaret, from comedy to variety and themed parties.
• Sports and sports activities: use of tennis and soccer fields, bowls, archery and target shooting, ping-pong; Nautical Club on the beach, with canoes, pedal boats and paddle surf.
• Nursery and Club for children and teenagers: the little guests can take part in the many fun activities of the Mini, Teen and Young Club, access the large playground, the Acqua Park, a colorful and fun area with water games, the baby beach, a safe beach area dedicated to the little ones. Baby Daycare is available for children from 12 to 36 months.

5. ALBOREA ECOLODGE RESORT * – CASTELLANETA MARINA

Alborea Ecolodge Resort is a 5-star complex located in Castellaneta Marina, in Puglia, right in front of the Gulf of Taranto. The structure is made up of independent ecolodges with fine architecture, perfectly integrated into the surrounding nature. The quality of the services and the numerous activities offered, make the Resort an undoubtedly suitable place to spend carefree holidays on the Ionian Sea.

The facilities

Alborèa Ecolodge Resort is located inside Ethra Reserve, a unique destination in Apulia, immersed in the greenery of the Stornara nature reserve, a protected natural area. The sea is just beyond the pine forest with the very long private beach of fine sand and transparent waters.

Each family is reserved a beach umbrella with two sun loungers and a table for the duration of the stay.

At guests’ disposal: sailing boats (except during course times), windsurfing, canoes and pedal boats, beach volleyball and beach tennis court, group and private sailing courses.

Here the Ecolodge Suites welcome you, embraced by greenery and each equipped with an enchanting outdoor patio equipped with a table and chairs, and a splendid swimming pool with hydromassage and water games.

Alborèa Ecolodge Resort services

Alborèa Ecolodge Resort offers Ethra Reserve services designed for the whole family: Clubs and activities dedicated to children and teenagers from 12 months to 17 years, a rich offer of activities and sports equipment, large spaces for evening shows. Guests of Alborèa Ecolodge Resort can access the common areas and sports and entertainment activities of the adjacent Valentino Resort and Calanè Resort. Also available is Ethra Thalasso SPA, an exclusive beauty SPA inside the adjacent Kalidria Hotel & Thalasso SPA, with two seawater swimming pools, one outdoor and one indoor with a Marine Aquatonic Path, an open-air wellness oasis with Jacuzzi hot tubs, solarium and fitness area.

Restaurant

Alborèa Ecolodge Resort offers the best of Italian cuisine, with excellent raw materials and products from the rich Puglia region. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the buffet with show cooking.

In addition to the central restaurant, it is possible to use the Pizzeria Ethra with buffet service (at the adjacent Valentino Resort).