Housed in a 18th-century building, Palazzo De Castro offers free Wi-Fi throughout and Baroque-style rooms. Located just 16 km from the town of Lecce, it features an extensive breakfast with organic produce. The rooms are very spacious and elegantly furnished with attention to details, boasting antique and refined furnishings and views over the square. Each en suite room comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a dressing room. Some rooms also have a balcony. Breakfast is served daily in the dining area or in the comfort of your own room. It includes local produced ingredients. In the De Castro Palazzo you can sit and unwind in the elegant common living room, which has sofas and a cosy fireplace. Porto Cesareo with its beaches is a 35-minute drive from the property, while the Adriatic Sea can be reached by car in 15 minutes. Squinzano Train Station is 500 metres away. On request, excursions can be organised to Lecce and Santa Maria Cerrate.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Squinzano
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  • A
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Suberb historic location, very kind hosts. Very comfortable.
  • Fabienne
    France France
    the palazzo us fabulous, trully depth in the past, it’s like spending a night in a museum. Our hosts were so kind !
  • Veronica
    Portugal Portugal
    If you want a different accommodation experience, then this hotel is what you need!  For lovers of not just old style, but antiquity, classic aesthetics and design. Great opportunity to cover everything at once.  In addition to the palace itself,...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Palazzo De Castro
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Italian
  • Russian

House rules

Palazzo De Castro takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 21:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let Palazzo De Castro know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

Please note that excursions are on request and at extra cost.

Please inform Palazzo De Castro in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: LE07507961000014971

FAQs about Palazzo De Castro

  • The prices at Palazzo De Castro may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Palazzo De Castro is 250 yards from the centre of Squinzano. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Palazzo De Castro include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin/Double
    • Quadruple

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Palazzo De Castro on this page.

  • Check-in at Palazzo De Castro is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Palazzo De Castro offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live music/performance
    • Cooking class
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour