Il Melograno, Monopoli

Hotel Introduction

In a little known corner of Italy, once part of Magna Graecia, rich in history and architecture and blessed with a tradition of fine cuisine, you will find Il Melograno: a 17th century "Masseria" or fortified farmhouse built originally as a defence against Saracen and Byzantine invaders.

Today, after an impeccable restoration, it is a luxurious five star Relais & Chateaux hotel, nestled in a sea of olive trees bent by breezes from the Adriatic and gnarled by the passing centuries.

Each of the 37 rooms, classics, classics with patio, deluxes, jr suites and suites, nestled around the central piazza has been individually furnished with antiques under the care of the owner Camillo Guerra, an art and antique dealer.

All of the rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV, security safe, mini bar and internet access.

Flanked by olive trees dating back to biblical times, Ristorante Il Melograno specialises in the Apulian version of the much acclaimed Mediterranean cuisine. Puglia is renowned for its vast variety of dishes based on local vegetables and hand made pastas unique to the region.

The olive oil is pressed from olives grown on the estate, and many of the seasonable vegetables come from the hotel garden.

Wellness and relax

With all the essential elements for well being, The new Orlane SPA (1000 sq. mt.) is equipped with state of the art features like the hammam with rassoul, the Evian douche and gym. With the help of an expert aesthetician and an appropriate choice of products and activities you will enjoy a natural, rejuvenating treatment that will improve skin dehydration, muscular relaxation and promote a reduction of wrinkles.

For those who like outdoor activities the hotel features two floodlit tennis courts and jogging track amid olive, citrus and almond trees.

Nearby 18 holes golf courses.