I Bastioni San Domenico - Boutique Hotel - Gallipoli

4-star boutique hotel in Gallipoli's historic old town with a rooftop breakfast terrace overlooking the Ionian Sea

Accommodations in a Former Monastery and Prison

I Bastioni San Domenico - Boutique Hotel Gallipoli occupies a building that served as a monastery and later a prison, retaining original 17th-century cast iron cell doors and historic architecture. The rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and partial or full sea views, with some including private terraces or balconies. Design elements reflect Salento culture, and the property provides allergy-free rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

Exceptional Rooftop Dining

Each morning, guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast on the rooftop terrace, which offers panoramic sea views and a buffet with continental, Italian, and local options including fresh pastries and bruschetta. Across the street, the hotel's affiliated restaurant specializes in Italian, Mediterranean, and seafood cuisines in a traditional setting. The bar and lounge serve wine and champagne, with the option for breakfast in the room or special diet menus on request.

Leisure and Cultural Activities

The property provides a solarium, sun terrace, and outdoor seating for relaxation, along with a shared lounge and TV area. Guests can join complimentary bike tours, walking tours, and tour or class about local culture to explore Gallipoli's heritage. The rooftop space is also open for sunset views and self-serve drinks outside breakfast hours.

Prime Location in Gallipoli's Old Town

Set on the one-way ring road of the old town island, I Bastioni San Domenico is a short walk from Spiaggia della Purità beach and Sant'Agata Cathedral, with Castello di Gallipoli nearby. The hotel offers concierge services and can arrange an airport shuttle to Brindisi Airport (84 km away). Parking is available at a paid lot a 10-minute walk from the property, with bag drop-off and driver assistance upon departure.

Family-Friendly Services and Accessibility

The hotel offers family rooms and a kids' meal menu at the restaurant, with a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff for assistance. Daily housekeeping, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage are included, along with safety deposit boxes and CCTV security. The property is non-smoking throughout, soundproofed, and provides design features for disabled guests in select rooms.

• History: Former monastery and prison with original 17th-century cell doors
• Breakfast: Daily rooftop buffet with panoramic sea views
• Dining: On-site restaurant across the street specializing in local seafood
• Location: On the ring road of Gallipoli's old town island
• Activities: Complimentary bike tours, walking tours, and local culture classes
• Accessibility: Rooms for disabled guests and allergy-free options

Licence number: IT075031A100026848