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Castello di Ugento – Art, history and refined hospitality
A thousand-year-old castle in baroque Salento
Castello di Ugento is an ancient fortified residence located at the highest point of the town of Ugento, in Puglia. With origins dating back to the late Roman Empire, it was later expanded by the Normans and transformed into a baroque palace by the d’Amore family in the 17th century. Today, after a meticulous restoration, it offers a unique hospitality experience that blends history, design, and elegance.
Elegant rooms & suites within ancient walls
The nine rooms and suites are furnished with refined taste, featuring a mix of contemporary Italian design, antique furniture, and fine materials like Canaletto walnut. Some face the inner courtyard, while the Piano Nobile suites enjoy private terraces and panoramic views over Ugento’s rooftops.
Gourmet cuisine & culinary school
“Il Tempo Nuovo” restaurant offers refined seasonal Apulian cuisine, using fresh local ingredients, many of which are grown in the castle’s aromatic garden. Guests can also join cooking classes and tastings at the adjacent Puglia Culinary Centre.
Art, frescoes & historic ambiance
The Piano Nobile Hall is adorned with 17th-century baroque frescoes inspired by mythology and sacred themes. Common areas and salons retain decorative stuccoes, vaulted ceilings and historical details that reflect centuries of Salento heritage.
Modern comfort & bespoke experiences
Rooms offer modern amenities such as king-size beds, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, minibar, and fine linens. Concierge services are available to organize private tours, tastings, bike excursions, boat trips and sunset aperitifs in the historic gardens.
Location & surrounding beauty
Its elevated position in Ugento provides quick access to Ionian beaches such as Torre San Giovanni and Lido Marini. Lecce, Gallipoli and Santa Maria di Leuca are perfect day trips, making it a central base to explore the wonders of Salento.
Facilities & Features Castello di Ugento
- General services:
- Baby Sitting Service ,
- Bar ,
- Bicycle Rentals ,
- Concierge Service ,
- Excursions ,
- Garden ,
- Laundry service ,
- Library ,
- Linen Service ,
- Luggage Storage
- Activities:
- Excursions on request
- Dining Facilities:
- Candlelight Dinner ,
- Restaurant
- Leisure Amenities:
- Golf Course in vicinity ,
- Solarium ,
- Terrace
- Comfort:
- WiFi Internet connection
Room facilities available Castello di Ugento
- General Services Room:
- Air conditioning ,
- Bathrobe ,
- Bedroom slippers ,
- Courtesy line ,
- Hair dryer ,
- LCD TV ,
- Minibar ,
- Safe
- In-Room Services:
- Bed turn down service
- Comfort:
- WiFi internet connection
Opening onto the castle’s courtyard each charming room offers a king-size bed dressed with the finest Italian bed linen handmade in Puglia and traditional hand-woven bedspreads, custom made walnut furniture, complimentary designer pieces.
Ensuite bathrooms with monsoon showers are suited with organic olive-oil toiletries made in Puglia. Beds can be twinned in Corte del Sole, Corte Barocca and Corte Alta.
Corte Alta is designed with the bed on a mezzanine which allows for a beautiful view of the courtyard.
Terms and conditions of booking Castello di Ugento
Check In / Check Out
- Check-in from :00
Payment policy
At online reservation, refundable down payment of deposit by credit card. At check out, final payment of balance by credit card or cash.
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge and in all rooms
Children and extra beds
- Cot: On request.
- Extra beds Children: On Request
- Extra beds Adults: On Request
Extra
Conditions and cancellation policy
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 8 / 10
Courtesy 8 / 10
Leisure 8 / 10
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