Nothing.

Everything. Alessandro and Nicoletta were wonderful hosts and the meals prepared by Moussa were excellent. Very relaxed, classy and exactly what we needed.

Stayed in May 2024

Anyone appreciating the charm of an 800 year old home restored for modern use but preserving all its original character will find nothing to fault at all.

The owners made us comfortable and provided service way beyond the usual.

Stayed in May 2024

That we had to leave!

Roberto is the perfect host. Along with Moussa they do everything to ensure that you have a memorable stay. The place has been carefully renovated and the beauty of this shines through in every detail. It's a very easy place to interact with other guests. Dinner was a treat prepared with fresh local produce. Breakfast was the best ever. A series of delights served at your table. Fruit, freshly baked pastries and brioches, salad, eggs to order, great coffee. It's a perfect location to tour the heel of Italy and Roberto will advise on where to go depending on your interests.

Stayed in September 2023

We came to the area specifically to stay at Critabianca after reading reviews on Booking.com. The hotel and the family running it, absolutely blew us away. It was a dream vacation. Moussa, who makes all the food is an incredible chef and is so kind. We will dream about the amazing breakfasts, dinners, and aperitivos for a very long time. I want everyone I know to have the experience of staying at Critabianca. Roberto and his family go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and have the best recommendations for visiting towns close by. I would give it 11 stars if I could!

Stayed in September 2023

Absolutely loved my stay at Critabianca the house abs gardens were absolutely beautiful. The family were very kind and welcoming and really went above and beyond to make the stay comfortable. The food was also amazing!

Stayed in September 2023

The food and service were amazing. Roberto and his assistant Moussa are world class hospitality pros.

Stayed in September 2023

Loved it! We had a wonderful stay at a beautiful place run by truly beautiful people... Roberto, Roberta, Nicoletta and Mousa made us feel like we were special guests in their home.. everything was perfect. They really went above and beyond making sure that we had the best time, the best food, the best recommendations and the best conversations... and by the time we left we really felt like we had just stayed with friends.. you won't be disappointed staying here!!!

Stayed in June 2023

Absolutely nothing.

Roberta, Roberto, Nicoletta, Alessandro, and Moussa made us feel at home from the moment we arrived, welcomed us even when we checked in later than regular hours, and waved us off when we left. The rooms were exceptionally clean, breakfast was excellent (and prepped by the family every morning), and the poolside lounging and the estate could easily compete with the beautiful beaches of Puglia. This place has such a serene atmosphere that we didn’t want to leave after almost a week. Nicoletta was spot on with her beach recommendations, and thanks to her, we swam in the calmest waters and best beaches of southern Puglia until we found ourselves again by the pool at the Masseria for some afternoon iced coffee and sorbet. We couldn’t have asked for a better, more relaxing stay.

Stayed in June 2023

The hosts Alessandro, Nicolette and Mousa were amazing. Always helpful, considerate and kind. Alessandro prepared us an amazing itinerary and gave good restaurant recommendations, while Mousa and Nicolleta prepared us local, freshly baked and prepared breakfast in a beautiful garden. Crittabianca is very well located in Salento region within a 30 minute ride to most cities around on both east and west coasts.

Stayed in July 2023

I really can't think of anything.

What an incredible place. Roberto and his family are the friendliness people you will ever meet and the hotel is incredible. The breakfast and evening food were also exceptional. I cannot fault Critabianca and will be staying again.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing!

The family are the most hospitable people I've ever met. They genuinely care about each and every guest and make sure you have the best time in the area. The hotel is beautiful, the rooms are all so nice and comfortable, the pool is great and the breakfast and dinners are wonderful. I would recommend this place to everyone!

Stayed in May 2023

We loved it! The most special stay of any of our trips. More than anything, Critabianca is an exceptional boutique hotel experience at an affordable price. The owners and staff were genuinely warm-hearted and friendly. They made our stay so much more than we had expected. The breakfast was extraordinary and made from local produce, some even from their own garden. Everything is home made and delicious! Our special diets (vegan+gluten free) were no problem at all. The dinner was to die for - best we have ever eaten! Next time we will also take part in the cooking class. The suite with its own terrace, was even more beautiful than in the pictures. The suite is spacious and with very high ceilings, some of the old frescos have even been saved. Due to the off-season we could enjoy the whole hotel to our selves. The property with garden and pool is really beautiful, the pictures don't do it justice. The weather was cold during our stay so we didn't get to enjoy it fully, but when it is warmer, the breakfast and dinner is served outdoors in the courtyard. The cute house cat can be greeted from time to time. You will receive excellent tips for your adventures around Puglia (do visit the coast from Otranto to Leuca!) by the owners. Effortless, easy and fun communication. We truly recommend Critabianca from the bottom of our hearts!

Stayed in May 2023

Everything! superb! Fantastic hosts, Roberto and Roberta, Nicoletta, and Mousa. So kind and friendly, and they had an Incredible knowledge of the area. Beautiful meals in the most glorious setting. Most helpful regarding places to visit in the area. A quiet, country, exquisite boutique hotel.

Stayed in May 2023

To have to leave ....

Perfect quiet place to visit Salento. Beautiful and confortable home. The hosts Roberto and Roberta received us like family. Mussa cooked wonderful breakfasts and suppers. Very convenient to eat at the masseria after driving all day. Roberto speaks very good french and english and give us very good informations on places to visit and itineraries. We would return with pleasure.

Stayed in May 2023

nothing

I wanted to pick up this beautiful place and carry it with me all over Italy so I could continue to stay here. We had the “Princess Room” which is so spacious and has so many wonderful features including the gorgeous ceiling, the walls with frescoes and the two balconies. I also loved sitting in the various garden seats scattered around the garden, especially the one near the roses for an evening wine - so peaceful and relaxing. Not only did we have breakfast at the masseria we also dined there each evening and Mosaic, the chef, presented us with delicious, fresh food every time. The attention to detail and care with which everything is done to ensure your stay is as elegant and stylish as possible is something I will always remember and hold dear. Roberto and Roberta are wonderful warm, generous hosts who offer sage advice and assistance. Their restoration of the masseria is a very interesting story and they have worked with great care to keep the atmosphere and sense of history while also creating somewhere very comfortable snd elegant. we loved the area, particularly the town of Galentina.

Stayed in May 2023

Beautifully presented, very stylish masseria. The owner Roberto, was charming, delightful, and incredibly helpful - nothing was too much trouble. The breakfasts, made and prepared by the wonderfully talented Moussa, were feasts for both the eyes and stomach, and the dinner we had during our stay was delicious.

Stayed in April 2023

- Having to leave after 4 nights. Really nothing else.

- Roberto is an exceptional host. From sharing all he knows about food, culture and things to do to in the area to making sure that everything one asks for is taken care of in a very friendly and polite way. It was a true pleasure to tap into his experiences and getting to know him as a person. - Moussa is an incredible chef who made breakfast and dinner for us on a number of evenings. He also provided us with a cooking class, which we highly recommend. The food is predominantly self-made, straight from the garden. Truly exceptional quality and taste. - The hotel is beautifully restored with a lot of taste for design and historical aspects. Our room was large, the bed was great, lots of nice little details etc.

Stayed in April 2023

nothing

If you appreciate personal attention by a family dedicated to make your stay a happy and comfortable one, Critabianca is the place to go. Lovely people, great food (with in particular an exceptional breakfast) and such a beautiful country estate are not easily matched elsewhere. A joyous welcome immediately made us feel at home. The enthusiasm displayed by Nicoletta and Roberto when proudly showing the house, was easily matched by Roberta and Mousa in the kitchen. Of course, the house being in a more rural area, it is much more quiet than if it were in town. That also implies that you require transport to get around. But the location is very suitable to reach most other parts of the southern heel of Italy’s boot well within the hour. We will certainly return!

Stayed in October 2022

Where to begin?! Critabianca was a dream. We had a day of delays and didn’t arrive until midnight. Nicoletta was in communication with me all day and stayed up with Roberto greeting us on entry and showing us to our room. When we woke up we went to breakfast and was served the freshest, most delicious food by Roberto and Moussa. The whole family was incredibly accommodating, it was clean, beautifully decorated and we felt very relaxed. We chose to eat dinner at Critabianca in the night which was the local cuisine with fresh produce and absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back and will tell all our friends and family to stay here.

Stayed in September 2022

We stayed at Critabianca for our honeymoon and we can honestly say every part of it was perfect. When we first arrived we were in complete awe of the house, such a peaceful feel and impressive design as well as great warmth from the lovely family who run it. I could write a whole essay on our stay but have chosen a few favourites that really stood out. Roberto basically planned our whole stay, he told us about the best restaurants and the best towns to visit - along with which days to go where according to the weather. He and Alessandro were so generous with their time and every suggestion was just perfect. Roberto knows where all the good food is! Secondly, Moussa, the in-house chef. Wow wow wow, so much detail in everything he cooks and all from scratch! We had dinner one night at the hotel and also did a cooking course where we made fresh Orecchiette pasta, focaccia and cake! We enjoyed eating his delicious breakfast each morning and he always greets you with a smile. Thanks also to Roberta and Nicoletta who helped us when booking and were so kind. Clean rooms, beautiful countryside, amazing places. We rented a car at the airport (a must, very straightforward - I would recommend pre booking), this enabled us to see lots of different towns and beaches. Highly recommend to anyone seeking an unusual, beautiful authentic holiday! We will definitely be returning and miss them all already! X

Stayed in September 2022

Nothing.

There was nothing not to like about Critabianca, it was by far the best place we’ve stayed in Italy. The Gione family and Moussa can not do enough to make your stay special - As we drove up to the property we were greeted by the whole family, and from that point on Allessandro, Roberto and his family looked after us as if we were old friends! The property has been restored to a exceptional level, the interior design and architectural details are stunning, and the rooms are very comfortable and clean. Last but definitely not least, we could not do justice to explaining how phenomenal the food truly is - Moussa and the family make each breakfast unique and delicious and the evening meals really are Michelin Star quality and more… so good that we stayed in the hotel twice for dinner rather than going out exploring! We’re already looking at our return trip! Thanks so much for everything!

Stayed in August 2022

Roberto, Roberta, Nicholetta, Alessandro, and Moussa made our stay perfect. They were so warm and welcoming and the masseria is so beautiful and relaxing. It was a perfect stay, thank you to the entire family and team.

Stayed in September 2022

The mattresses are quite firm and while many people many enjoy them, we personally found it a bit less comfortable.

Our stay was one we never could have imagined. The Ghione family redefines what it means to be in the hospitality business. They poured their heart into this property and it is a true labor of love. While the design is beautiful and the history of the masseria is rich. Roberto, Roberta, Nicoletta, Alessandro and Moussa truly treat each guest like family and create an environment that makes you feel like you're at home. They are warm, inviting and take a real interest in all of their guests. Their morning breakfast is nothing like we have ever seen. Ask about their cooking classes! My partner and I took a cooking class with Roberto and Moussa and it was the highlight of our trip. Critabianca is a great homebase to explore the southern, coastal towns of Puglia.

Stayed in September 2022

Incredible place. From the quality and pure friendliness of the service, to the incredible food, to the tranquil property it exceeded our expectations in every way. We wish we had stayed longer and can’t wait to go back!

Stayed in August 2022