Hotel Grotta Palazzese - Polignano a Mare
40.995808, 17.221099Overview
5-star cliffside hotel in Polignano a Mare with a restaurant inside a sea cave
Dining
Hotel Grotta Palazzese houses the Grotta Palazzese restaurant, set directly inside a natural cave overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The restaurant operates as a venue for exclusive events since the 1700s and offers tasting menus curated by a Michelin chef. An outdoor terrace accommodates up to 150 guests for private functions.
Rooms
All suites at the grotta palazzese hotel provide panoramic sea views and feature marble bathrooms with Turkish baths and lapis lazuli taps. Guest rooms come with advanced home automation controlled via an iPad and soundproofing for privacy. Additional comforts include complimentary fruits and access to a private gated entrance from the street.
Beach & Location
The hotel has a private beach area directly accessible from the property, certified by Blue Flag for high-quality seawater. Guests can walk to Lama Monachile Beach and explore the medieval town of Polignano a Mare, known for white houses and cliffs. Nearby San Nicola Mountain Park offers hiking opportunities.
Services
Hotel Grotta Palazzese Polignano a Mare provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and valet parking. The hotel offers shuttle services to Bari and Brindisi airports for guest convenience. Free private parking is available on-site, along with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
History & Setting
The property has been a venue for events since the 1700s, rooted in the region's culinary tradition. Grotta Palazzese Puglia is built into cliffs surrounded by spontaneous vegetation overlooking the Adriatic. The hotel is located 35 km from Bari and 31 km from Alberobello.
- Dining: Michelin-starred tasting menu in a natural sea cave
- Beach: Private Blue Flag-certified beach accessible from the hotel
- Rooms: Suites with Turkish baths and lapis lazuli bathroom fittings
- History: Event venue since the 18th century
- Location: Cliffside setting above the Adriatic Sea, near medieval Polignano a Mare
License number: 072035A100031991,IT072035A100031991
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Essential information about Hotel Grotta Palazzese
| 💵 Lowest room price | 1215 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 30.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Karol Wojtyla, BRI |
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