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Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness

5.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with a full-service spa and a nearby private beach

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Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Suite (Camera Badessa) | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Located near Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste and La Cutura Botanical Garden, Palazzo Ducale Venturi offers a peaceful retreat with local breakfast, a poolside bar, and a spa. Active travelers enjoy Pilates, hiking, biking, and yoga in the 24-hour gym.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym

Room options

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cozy Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Cozy Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Camera Badessa) | Terrace/patio

Suite (Camera Badessa)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Classic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Via Podgora, 60, Minervino di Lecce, LE, 73027

What's nearby

  • Porto Badisco Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Otranto Cathedral - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Otranto Castle - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Baia Dei Turchi Beach - 22 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Alimini Beach - 28 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sanarica Station - 8 min drive
  • Papola Casale Airport (BDS) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matisse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cantine Menhir - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Skafè - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante I Rocci - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Salentina - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness

Luxury eco-certified hotel renovated in 2019 and located near Underground Oil Mill of Mulino a Vento
Located close to Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste and La Cutura Botanical Garden, Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness provides free breakfast (local cuisine), an adjacent golf course, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the a ropes course, hiking/biking, and archery at this hotel. Indulge in thalassotherapy, a body scrub, and reflexology at the onsite spa. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include ecotours and windsurfing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and concerts and live shows.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, 1 meeting room, and a water dispenser
  • Wedding services, massage treatment rooms, and evening entertainment
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Changing tables, baby monitors, and highchairs
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and bidets
  • 49-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and baby baths

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (EUR 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 90; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Archery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Ecotours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Ropes course
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Changing table
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (31 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1500
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 100.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 230 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: EUR 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 50.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 100.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 90

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number LE075047015L0016796, IT075047A100024964

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness?

Valet parking is available for EUR 25 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 230 per vehicle applies.

Where is Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness located?

This family-friendly Minervino di Lecce hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Underground Oil Mill of Mulino a Vento and Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste. La Cutura Botanical Garden and Porto Badisco Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Palazzo Ducale Venturi - Luxury Relais & Wellness Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning in every way completely unexpected by the pictures as they do not do it justice everything was clean and beautiful, and the hosts were very hospitable. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jillo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superbly run hotel. Wonderful staff, facilities and style, excellent food too thanks to Donato!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Paradise in Puglia

Simply the most gorgeous place to stay and explore southern Puglia. The food, service and the whole team are outstanding- extremely attentive, kind and truly look after you and make you feel special. From the moment you walk through the green door and Martina greets you, you are treated like royalty. We cant wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff are so helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great! So many lovely patisserie items and then I had smoked salmon and poached eggs every day… my favourite! Pool was sparkling clean and always plenty of sun loungers. Location quite remote but we found a few good restaurants nearby and a friendly little local bar with a talking parrot!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reinaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Está a media hora de lecce en auto
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Florent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Nadyesda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pas du tout à la hauteur d'un Hotel luxe ... Bruyant Chambre modeste
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parfait de A à Z Personnel super accueillant Service au top Un grand merci nous avons passé un magnifique séjour dans votre établissement
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vladanko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

HannesundRegina, Stuttgart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vom ersten bis letzteñ Moment haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Personal ist aussergewöhnlich freundlich und hilfsbereit. Der Palazzo eine Oase der Ruhe, des Lichts und der leckeren Speisen. Wir wären gern länger geblieben.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel and amazing staff

Beautiful boutique hotel and amazing staff. In particular we loved the breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Un service très attentionné et dévoué. Un emplacement très favorable pour visiter le Salento. Par contre un ameublement vieux, moche, encombrant et non fonctionnel, une salle de bains avec une douche indigne d’un établissement si récent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fabio, Lugano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boutique Hotel - Pace e relax

Albergo ben ristrutturato, gradevole, con ottimi servizi, segnatamente la cucina.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnifique hôtel plein de charme, avec un service irréprochable. L'ambiance est très confidentielle voire familiale. Très bon petit déjeuner et service de nourriture de manière générale.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic in all categories

amazing service, food, staff, host/hostesses, property, location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

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