Baglioni Masseria Muzza, Otranto

Set deep in the Salento countryside amidst olive groves, a short drive from Otranto, the 17th century Baglioni Masseria Muzza has been sympathetically renovated and offers a tranquil and relaxed holiday experience.

Each of the hotel's 40 rooms and suites have been decorated with whitewashed limestone, a neutral colour palette and a simple Apulian-style decor. Every room features plenty of natural light and a large, open courtyard with mini gazebo and outdoor lounge chairs, as well as a cozy indoor seating area, large bedroom, modern bathroom, and private patios. Duplex and Family rooms are family-suited, whilst Deluxe Sunset View and Junior Suite Sunset View focus on the views.

The hotel also features a large infinity pool, pretty gardens and three al fresco restaurants serving Salento-inspired cuisine. Mornings typically begin with a superb buffet-style breakfast at the Mirto Restaurant. which offers a buffet-style array of fresh cheeses, pastries and fruits, along with an egg station. End the day in the Le Site or La Limonaia Restaurant with typical Salento fare like Orecchiette pasta, the freshest seafood and locally sourced vegetables.

Guests checking in with children may take advantage of the Kids' Club, which offers daily group games, sports, dance, nature activities and supervised pool time. The Spa features state of the art technology, like a Finnish sauna, sensory showers and steam bath, along with a beautiful indoor pool and a fitness room with Technogym equipment.