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About the Hotel

Via Narciso, Polignano a Mare, Italy, 70044
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Steps from Lama Monachile Beach

Location and History

Nestled within the stunning cliffs of Polignano a Mare, the Grotta Palazzese is a renowned restaurant and hotel located 48 km from Bari Airport and 83 km from Brindisi Airport. The hotel's outdoor terrace accommodates up to 150 guests, offering breathtaking views of both the sea and the cave formations. This site combines natural beauty with historical significance, famously illustrated in Jean Louis Desprez's 1783 watercolor.

Dining Experience

The Grotta Palazzese Restaurant is famous worldwide for its unique setting and exceptional culinary offerings. Guests can choose from three distinctive menus: 'ESSENZA', 'ABBRACCIO,' and 'VERDEMARE,' designed for table enjoyment. Open for lunch from 12:30 to 16:30 and dinner from 18:00 to 22:30, the restaurant provides a memorable gastronomic experience enhanced by the view of the Adriatic.

Accommodations

The hotel offers a range of suites, including Suite 156 with a private terrace and Jacuzzi, Suite 251 boasting a Turkish bath and a view of the sea, and Suite 154 with its own balcony. Each suite is adorned with fine linen, modern automation systems, and luxurious marble bathrooms. Prices for the suites range from €1,320 to €1,980 per night.

Private Beach

The hotel provides access to a private beach awarded with the Blue Flag, known for its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters. Guests can enjoy the beach facilities, which include sunbeds, a sunshade, towels, and a cabana. A shuttle service operates between the hotel and the beach for easy access.

Accessibility

The hotel is conveniently located, just a 500-meter walk from the Polignano a Mare central train station. Both Bari and Brindisi airports are well-connected, allowing easy travel. Guests can utilize complimentary shuttle transfers upon request to facilitate their arrival and departure.

Highlights

Location: Stunning cliffs of Polignano a Mare

Dining: Grotta Palazzese Restaurant

Accommodations: Suite 156 with private terrace and Jacuzzi

Private Beach: Blue Flag awarded beach

Must-do experiences

  • Savor the fresh seafood at Osteria dei Mulini in the old town.
  • Visit the stunning Romanesque church, Abbazia di San Vito nearby.
  • Take a sunset stroll along the coast to the Grotta Azzurra.
  • Explore the local market on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele for fresh produce.
  • Don't miss the breathtaking views from Balconata sul Mare at sunset.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Suite 354 Sea View
2 persons
37 m² 
Shower
Heating
Suite 251 Sea View
2 persons
48 m² 
Shower
Sauna
Deluxe Room Sea View
2 persons
37 m² 
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Suite 152 Sea View
2 persons
37 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Polignano a Mare300 m
Airports
Karol Wojtyla (BRI) 48.7 km
Casale (BDS) 79.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Private beach
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPad
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Dining Onsite

Ristorante Grotta Palazzese offers a captivating dining experience set within stunning natural rock formations, allowing guests to indulge in exquisite vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free menus. This romantic backdrop enhances the delight of each carefully crafted dish, inviting diners to savor local flavors infused with a touch of elegance.

Ristorante Grotta Palazzese

Fine dining with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options
Ambiance
Romantic setting nestled within unique rock formations
Key Offerings
Signature tasting menus, 'Essence' and 'Instinct', providing a curated exploration of flavors
Reservation
Recommended
Hours vary

Location

Via Narciso, Polignano a Mare, Italy, 70044
Map view
Via Narciso, Polignano a Mare, Italy, 70044
Nearby
Lungomare Domenico Modugno 9
Monumento a Domenico Modugno
590 m
Centro Storico di Polignano a Mare
280 m
Bridge
Lama Monachile Beach
470 m
Largo Grotta Ardito
Punto panoramico Largo Ardito
260 m
Square
Piazza Dell'orologio
180 m
Church
Church of Saint Mary of the Assumption
180 m
Church
Chiesa del Purgatorio
220 m
Via Porto
Chiesetta di Santo Stefano
250 m
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
Arco Marchesale o Porta Grande
240 m
Church
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio
430 m
Beach
Via Cala Paura
530 m
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
180 m
Sugli Spalti Rocciosi Della Lama
Grotta Piana
310 m
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
Ponte di Polignano
290 m
Tra Cala Paura e Lama Monachile
Grotta Azzurra
310 m
Via Rocco Giuliani
Lungomare Colombo
280 m
Via Porto
Bastione di Santo Stefano
280 m
70044 Polignano a Mare
Centro Storico Polignano
90 m
Spiaggia Ponte dei Lapilli
310 m
Piazzetta F. Miani Perotti
Palazzo Marchesale
190 m
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Monumento ai caduti della Prima e Seconda Guerra Mondiale
190 m
Church
Chiesa Santissima Trinita
210 m
70044 Polignano a Mare
Scogliera del Lungomare Modugno
350 m
Church
Chiesa dei Santi Cosimo e Damiano
320 m
Lungomare Domenico Modugno
Pietra Piatta
390 m
Restaurants
Ristorante Grotta Palazzese
20 m
Via Narciso
La Locanda Porta Picc
50 m
Via Anemone 34/36 Centro Storico
Antiche Mura
160 m
Via Roma 11
Ristorante Trattoria Della Nonna
70 m
Via Roma 95
La Cueva Cafe
40 m
Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie Centro Storico
Ristorante Pizzeria Il Grottino
100 m
Via Roma 59
Tarallucci & Vino
80 m
Via Roma 118
Le Focacce Ignoranti
310 m
Via Roma 48
Dei Serafini
120 m
Piazza San Benedetto 49
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