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Covo dei Saraceni

4.0 star property
Travelers wake up to ocean views at Covo dei Saraceni, where the Il Bastione restaurant serves local cuisine with panoramic seascapes

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This seaside retreat provides a rooftop terrace for relaxation and high-speed WiFi for connectivity. The attentive staff helps guests unwind, while the convenient limo/town car service makes exploring nearby attractions simple and comfortable.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, Balcony | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Panoramic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Room, Terrace | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Panoramic Room, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Terrace, Sea Facing | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Terrace, Sea Facing

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, Annex Building (10 mt from the hotel) | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, Annex Building (10 mt from the hotel)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Annex Building (10 mt from the hotel) | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, Annex Building (10 mt from the hotel)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Hot Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Via Conversano 1/A, Polignano a Mare, BA, 70044

What's nearby

  • Statue of Domenico Modugno - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lama Monachile Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cala Paura Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grotta Ardito Promenade - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ponte dei Lapilli - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Polignano a Mare Station - 10 min walk
  • Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mario Campanella il Super Mago del Gelo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lime - ‬6 min walk
  • Il Covo dei Saraceni
  • ‪Beija Flor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Casa Del Mojito - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Covo dei Saraceni

Upscale hotel located in Gelso
Take advantage of a bar, a business center, and a restaurant at Covo dei Saraceni. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and a banquet hall
  • A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • A computer station, coffee/tea in the lobby, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Covo dei Saraceni have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Covo dei Saraceni
  • Il Bastione

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 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 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Covo Saraceni Hotel Polignano a Mare
Covo Saraceni Hotel
Covo Saraceni Polignano a Mare
Covo Saraceni
Covo dei Saraceni Hotel
Covo dei Saraceni Polignano a Mare
Covo dei Saraceni Hotel Polignano a Mare

Frequently asked questions

Is Covo dei Saraceni pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Covo dei Saraceni?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Covo dei Saraceni?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Covo dei Saraceni provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Covo dei Saraceni located?

Located in Gelso, this hotel is steps from Statue of Domenico Modugno and Lama Monachile Beach. Grotta Palazzese and Cala Paura Beach are also within 10 minutes. Polignano a Mare Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Covo dei Saraceni Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 429 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the staff couldn't have been more helpful. Lovely atmosphere, i will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location with great views of the water. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this place.
View from room’s balcony
Lounge
Breakfast room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

Excellent place to stay in Polignamo De Mare

Great place to stay. Central with parking. Nice room and service. We booked a suite and had an amazing ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jyri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really Nice and warmly welcoming hotel in the heart of Polignano a Mare. The hotel is well maintained and clean. Breakfast buffet is amazing with vast delicious options. Looking forwards to return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No AC but the view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room in the annex (actually just across a small street from the main hotel) with two balconies. One looked out to the sea with a table and two chairs. Delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free shuttle from free car park to the hotel. Views from the balcony were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing beautiful hotel. The room was large. The bed so comfy nice bathroom. Our balcony was the main attraction. Sea front and huge. Gorgeous views. Well equipped with conversation set and lounging beds. This was one of the greatest places we stayed!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Covo dei Saraceni, the location and views from the hotel are unmatched in the area. Parking was free, easy and a short walk from the hotel. The breakfast buffed was incredible with a huge variety of foods and amazing views from the breakfast room. The room was well kept and clean but slightly older. We booked dinner on the balcony which was the greatest dining experience we’ve ever had!
View from breakfast room
Balcony at day time
View from hotel
Dinner on the balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is amazing! All the staff (front desk, breakfast service, housekeeping etc) are exceptional in assistance and kindness. The room and bathroom have adequate space and are clean and comfortable. Breakfast in more than adequate with lots of fresh choices and windows that overlook the Adriatic Sea. Would most definitely return!
Outside the breakfast dining area
View from room 106
Statue of Domenico Motion, just steps away from the hotel entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, excellent staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice. Although not on site, parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and a wonderful experience! Friendly and welcoming staff that made parking easy and our stay memorable! Wonderful breakfast, excellent location, beautiful views and a lovely,clean room! We would highly recommend this hotel in Polignano a Mare!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well-kept, rather modern hotel in Polignano a Mare. Great location, near the town and quite walkable. We had a lovely room with a balcony. The staff was helpful with some technology issues and always ready to help! Very clean and updated facility. Plenty of restaurants near by. The breakfast at the hotel was suburb. I highly recommend the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, free parking (5min walk away), good sized rooms serviced daily with a decent choice for breakfast, although cappuccino coffee could be better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, a view of the sea from our balcony and very helpful staff - great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect cliff location overlooking the turquoise water and caves
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic Pugliese style

Stunning views, perfect location, classic Pugliese style.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Beautiful but busy/noisy

Excellent welcome with tuk tul trip with luggage to parking lot. We had lovely but expensive meal in attached restaurant. Lovely location once located was perfect and lovely sea views from the balcony. Was disappointed as to how very busy and noisy it is
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location! I got a sea facing room which was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

RASHEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Front desk gave us so much attitude
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very well situated. The staff was courteous. The property is close to all activities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent and beautiful hotel with a very good breakfast buffet that had a full and wide selection of food every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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