Hotel Masseria Bandino & Spa (Ótranto, Italy)

An ancient construction once dedicated to stock rearing and dating back to 1700, the 3-star Hotel Masseria Bandino respects the typical architectural style of the rural salento countryside. It lies in the shelter of its very own extensive and unspoilt pine forest (5 hectares) and is set in one of Otranto's most beautiful and charming valley landscapes. The surrounding area is rich in olive trees, citrus plantations and aromatic wild vegetation. In the spring-summer seasons excursions into the pine forest offer the possibility to view rare floral specimens such as wild orchids (Anacamptis pyramidalis). In a fortunate position from which one can admire the inlet of Otranto's port, Bandino is the ideal setting for enjoying a holiday with the emphasis on privacy and nature in the restful calmness of the "Hydruntina" countryside. Guests will have the opportunity to taste genuine food and rediscover traditional flavours with abundant breakfast and special dinners upon request. A reading area with bar service is available for guests use in the oldest part of the building.