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Dimora Porto Contessa

4-star guest house near San Vito Beach

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite, Terrace | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, electric kettle, freezer
Property grounds
Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Contrada Compra 10, Polignano a Mare, BA, 70044
  • Place, Abbey of San Vito
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Vito Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Cavallo Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Terrace | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Business Double Room, Patio | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, blackout drapes

Business Double Room, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, blackout drapes

Business Double Room, Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Polignano a Mare

San Vito stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this San Vito guesthouse, you'll find San Vito Beach and Porto Cavallo Beach. Cala Paura Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Abbey of San Vito - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Vito Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Cavallo Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cala San Giovanni - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cala Paura Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Polignano a Mare Station - 10 min drive
  • Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Villa Degli Aranci - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lime - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Il Covo dei Saraceni - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪la terrazza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Rotellina - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Dimora Porto Contessa

4-star guest house near San Vito Beach
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 2.5 km and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Dimora Porto Contessa. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Polignano a Mare guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Dimora Porto Contessa offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 2.5 km
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 9:00 AM and 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9 AM - 9:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (4:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60.00 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 9:00 AM and 12:30 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT072035B400104536, BA07203542000017357

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Casale Porto Contessa Guesthouse Polignano a Mare
Casale Porto Contessa Guesthouse
Casale Porto Contessa Polignano a Mare
Casale Porto Contessa house
Casale Porto Contessa
Dimora Porto Contessa Guesthouse
Dimora Porto Contessa Polignano a Mare
Dimora Porto Contessa Guesthouse Polignano a Mare

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dimora Porto Contessa to the airport?

Dimora Porto Contessa is 30.1 mi (44-min drive) away from the Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dimora Porto Contessa have an airport shuttle?

Dimora Porto Contessa offers an airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM, on request, for a charge of EUR 60.00. per room, one-way.

How close is Dimora Porto Contessa to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from San Vito Beach and 15-minute walk from Porto Cavallo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dimora Porto Contessa offer free breakfast?

Dimora Porto Contessa offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Dimora Porto Contessa?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Dimora Porto Contessa?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dimora Porto Contessa?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Dimora Porto Contessa have a pool?

Dimora Porto Contessa does not have a pool.

Does Dimora Porto Contessa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Dimora Porto Contessa to downtown Polignano a Mare?

Dimora Porto Contessa is 1.9 mi away from Polignano a Mare.

Dimora Porto Contessa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 139 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

marina, Franklin Lakes

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but you have to have a car. Very welcoming staff, nice and different breakfast every day! Conveniently located to travel (with a car) in every direction! Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carm

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little off the beaten path place to lay your head for the night. Clean, friendly and accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location for exploring the area, we wished we had made this our base for the days we were travelling. Very quiet location at the end of a small road, the accommodation was clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast. Order and time given the night before, breakfast was delivered to the our door patio and consisted of delicious home made local dishes, coffee and juice. We spent time chatting with the owners who shared information on food and places to visit. We felt very welcomed and wished had stayed longer. Make sure to visit Monopoli which is very close and felt a little less busy than other towns
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

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

For a fabulous experience.

A wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. It is very quaint and unique. Mariella and her son Flavio were friendly, attentive, and took great care of us. Flavio speaks perfect English and it was very nice talking to him. The breakfast was served to us on the terrace. It was spectacular with all very fresh and local ingredients. Mariella made a special breakfast of all gluten-free items which was so appreciated. This one of a kind hotel is only a few minutes outside of the beautiful town of Polignano del Mare. The very large yard has plenty of parking. When we return to Puglia we will definitely stay here again Thank you for the delightful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with group
Peaceful , clean, great breakfast and very friendly staff. Thank you to our great host Mariella, Flavio and all the staff that made our stay memorable! Grazie molto
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mariella was a superb host that went above and beyond our expectations. She made amazing breakfasts and adapted skillfully for our dairy allergy so we didn’t even notice that a huge component of the normal breakfast menu was off limits. The breakfasts were a beautiful taste of the foods of the area and Puglia, and varied daily. She even had vegan croissants available for us every morning!! The food was so fresh, local, and tasty and lovingly prepared for us. It was actually some of the best food we had during our whole stay in Italy, and the fact it was included in our stay was an amazing value! The room and facilities were extremely clean and the bed comfortable. She gave recommendations on the best dining and destinations in the area. We HIGHLY recommend this property as long as you have a car, because it is outside town. It is a quick 5-10 minute drive to Polignano and within 30-60 minutes of numerous destinations, we couldn’t have picked a better base for exploring Puglia. It was nice that it’s outside the hustle and bustle of the town, it was quiet and peaceful, surrounded by countryside and ancient olive trees. We really can’t wait to go back to stay at the Casale Porta Contessa! It was one of the best experiences of our whole trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

pascale

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

An oasis of calm

We were in an oasis of calm amongst olive trees. The welcome was amazing and the food good and well presented. The owner helped us order pizza for dinner as we didn't really want to leave the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Felix

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good place outside Polignano a Mare

When we planned our 1st time trip to Puglia, we wanted a place that could serve as basecamp for driving to other cities & towns in the region, so we chose Polignano a Mare to be that place. This is rustic-style property, not centric, but located about 2 miles from the hearth of Polignano a Mare. When we checked-in we realized that the standard unit we have booked would be very tight for 4 adults, so we asked about the possibility of upgrading & paying for the difference to a larger unit, which the hosts nicely managed to accommodate, based on availability for the following day. The apartment was clean, functional & quiet, with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 small kitchen area, and a bunk bed for 2 people. The location is not ideal as it is outside the center of the city, which has a lot to offer in terms of cafes, dining, shops & sightseeing. The mini-split A/C unit is installed on one wall of the bedroom, but the airflow doesn't reach the kitchen area where the bunk bed is, so there is one part of the apartment that doesn't cool down at all. There were also issues with Wi-Fi & Internet access, which we reported, but overall, we couldn't get a good connectivity. Now, the hosts, Emilio & Mariella are wonderful, warm & attentive people, very accommodating to our needs. The daily local cuisine-style breakfast is very good & certainly a plus when staying here (the best fresh mozzarella ever!). This is a place for a short stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay here and the service was excellent, The owners Emiliano and Maria made us breakfast every morning and it was wonderful. Each morning the breakfasts were different.

10/10 Excellent

Anna Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host, Emilio, was incredibly helpful. We arrived late into the Bari airport and he actually met us at the Polignano Nord exit to ensure that we wouldn’t get lost. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

liraz

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

SUPERB!!

The best hosts!!!! Emilio@Mariella!!! Best location Super!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rima

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is an amazing place, we recommend it 100% it is clean, comfortable, quiet and excellent location, we would love to stay more but was all booked, the staff very helpful, friendly and always with one big smile.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA CRISTINA

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

pete

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Practical stay

Clean place and lovely friendly host . Located outside of town and a bit odd location. Host super friendly. Good for a quick stay maybe not that scenic for a longer stay as a bit run down outside . So for a practical solution it’s ok . For a holiday stay etc I’d stay in the town itself which is lovely and fantastic restaurants etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, our hosts were LOVELY. In particular, Mr. Emilio went far and beyond, we arrived in the middle of a rain storm and he came out and assisted us with our luggage even though he got drenched in the process. Breakfast was excellent. However, the WiFi did not work during our entire stay. We saw other guests walking to the car park area to read their email with the WiFi. The furniture in our room, although modern, was very simple. We had a simple metal folding chair, then 3 out of 5 light bulbs in our bedroom were blown out. The toiletries were minimal, not seen in 4- or less so in 5-star accommodations: tiny soaps, slim as coins, the body towels were off-white (yellowish)…. Not what you would expect in a 3 star accommodation. The hand towels, however, were fine (white, very clean). Overall, a good place for rest and with lovely hosts, but from our experience, it is a bit overpriced/overrated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

diana, Auburn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner are very hospitable they respond to your needs. They cooked fresh yummy breakfast . Would highly recommend them . The whole area is amazing. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

diana, Auburn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was yummy. The property owner cook fresh breakfast and bring into your terrace. They are very hospitable and attend to your needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was fabulous, the best we have had. The owners are precious people, very accommodating, friendly, and superb cooks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigitta

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hospitality and privacy

Great stay with wonderful hospitality! This place is in a great location for those wishing for privacy and peace. We had private parking on the property. Polignano a Mare is just 5min driving distance. Lots of thoughtful touches, with additional shampoo, body wash, and soap left for us if needed - they thought of everything! Our host Emilio and his wife were the sweetest people we met in Italy. Included in our stay was the most delicious local breakfast with cappuccino. Emilio recommended us restaurants and places to visit and as a plus even called to book us dinner reservation to one of the fanciest and busiest restaurants in town 🙂 Thank you, we would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sinae

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

Grazie Emilio!

We came upon this Casale at the last minute, and we are so glad we did. Emilio and his wife are the owner of this establishment, and from the time we drove into their property, we were welcomed as if we are family. We knew breakfast was included, but that was one of the biggest and special home made breakfast we’ve ever had. There was no way we could finish everything so Emilio brought us container to take what we couldn’t eat with us for our travels. What a great hospitality and great couple. We came as guests, but we left as friends. Grazie Emilio! Famiglia Santillo
Wow, this is huge breakfast!
Focaccia com patate e pomodorini
Straciatella
Home made ricotta with apricot preserve
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

What a GEM

After spending two weeks in Italy and eating horrendous breakfasts, we didn’t expect much coming to Casal Porto Contessa. Wow were we surprised! The hotel itself is stunning and a labor of love. Rooms are spacious and gorgeous, the suites have kitchenettes included, and THE. BREAKFAST. Emilio made a point of saying that everything is fresh. One dish in particular made with ricotta “was in the cow’s udder 1 hour ago”… I’m not sure if he was joking, but my wife and I agree that everything was a scrumptious Italian gourmet of in house cooking, fresh from the stove. I swear angels sang with every bite. This incredible morning feast had us going till dinner. The breakfast alone was enough reason to visit, but when you factor in the rooms and grounds, this deserves 20 stars, not 10. Superb Emilio and Marielle!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019