Hotel Grotta Palazzese
Five-star rooms cut into the cliffs of Polignano a Mare
A place to stay in Polignano a Mare
Hotel Grotta Palazzese is a 5-star property perched on the limestone cliffs of Polignano a Mare, on the Adriatic coast of Puglia. The hotel carries a guest rating of 4.5/5 across 125 reviews, with location, comfort, and staff each singled out positively. Two on-site restaurants anchor the dining options, alongside a bar and full room service. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are included. The private beach area is available, with access charged separately.
Who this stay suits
A high-end clifftop stay with direct sea views, two restaurants on-site, and attentive staff — at prices that reflect the setting.
Best for
- Couples after a landmark Puglia stay
- Travellers who want sea views from the room
- Guests who prefer dining on-property
- Special-occasion trips
Less suited to
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Those wanting a wide choice of room categories
- Guests who prefer self-catering
Clifftop setting above the Adriatic
The hotel sits directly on the karst cliffs that define Polignano a Mare's coastline. Rooms look out over open water, and the architecture works around the natural rock formations rather than against them.
Two restaurants and a bar
Dining stays entirely on-property if you want it to. The hotel runs two separate restaurants and a bar, with room service available around the clock. Wine and champagne can be arranged for the room at an additional charge.
Suite 251 — terrace, sauna, sea view
At 48 square metres, Suite 251 has a king bed, a private terrace, a balcony, and a sauna inside the room. Soundproofing, an iPad, and an iPod dock are standard. The sea view is unobstructed.
Private beach access
A private beach area is available for hotel guests. Access carries an additional charge, separate from the room rate. The Adriatic water here is clear enough to make it worth factoring into your budget.
Rooms & suites
Suite 251 with Sea View
48.0 m² · 1 king bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Standout features
Inside Hotel Grotta Palazzese
Amenities at Hotel Grotta Palazzese
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Room service
- Bar
- Private beach area
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- 2 restaurants
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Sea view
- View
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Arriving in Polignano a Mare
Hotel Grotta Palazzese is 41.8 km from Bari Airport (BRI), where the Ferrovie del Nord Barese line runs to Bari Centrale. Polignano a Mare station is about 0.4 km away, roughly a 5-minute walk. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
Across 125 reviews, the property scores 4.5/5. Guests consistently point to three areas: the location on the cliffs above the Adriatic, the comfort of the rooms, and the quality of the staff. No single negative theme dominates the review pool.
- Staff9.6
- Facilities9.1
- Cleanliness9.3
- Comfort9.9
- Value For Money7.5
- Location10
- Free Wifi8.5
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Hotel Grotta Palazzese?
The hotel is in Polignano a Mare, a coastal town in Puglia, southern Italy. It sits on the limestone cliffs above the Adriatic Sea. The town centre is walkable from the property.
Is parking available, and does it cost extra?
Free parking is included. Guests do not pay an additional charge for the on-site parking facility.
Is there Wi-Fi, and is it free?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
What dining options are on-site?
The hotel has two restaurants and a bar. Room service is also available. Wine and champagne can be ordered to the room for an additional charge.
Is there a beach, and can guests use it freely?
There is a private beach area attached to the hotel. Access carries an additional charge on top of the room rate — it is not automatically included.
What room types are available?
The hotel lists Suite 251 with Sea View: 48 m², one king bed, a terrace, a balcony, a sauna, and sea views. Rates start from $1,421 per night. Contact the hotel directly for current availability on other room categories.
What is the guest rating?
Hotel Grotta Palazzese holds a rating of 4.5/5 based on 125 guest reviews. Location, comfort, and staff are the most frequently praised aspects.
What is the price range?
Room rates start from $1,421 per night. This is a 5-star cliffside property, and pricing reflects its position and facilities.
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
The facts provided do not specify family facilities or policies. It is worth contacting the hotel directly to confirm suitability for young children, especially given the clifftop location.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
Non-smoking rooms are available. The property is listed as a non-smoking hotel.
What in-room amenities are included?
Rooms include a flat-screen TV, iPad, iPod dock, cable and satellite channels, telephone, pay-per-view channels, fruit, slippers, bathrobes, free toiletries, hairdryer, and air conditioning as standard.
How do I book the hotel?
You can book directly through the hotel or via major travel booking platforms. For specific room requests, suite availability, or special occasions, contacting the hotel directly is recommended.