Masseria San Domenico

The Masseria San Domenico lies about eight hundred meters from the coast of Bari and Brindisi. It is one of the oldest watchtowers built in the XIV century. This fortified building was used to warn against attacks by the Turks. After a careful restoration, completed respecting the old shapes and the original building materials, the tower was converted into a deluxe resort whose charm recalls the region's history, a land where the Eastern and the Mediterranean cultures have mixed well together. Against the backdrop of the blue sky and sea, the whitewashed stone buildings stand out amidst ancient silver olive groves, among which there lies a magnificent irregularly-shaped pool encircled by rocks and plants.

Accommodations

The hotel has 30 double rooms and 16 suites. Every room has similar decor, with marble floors, crisp white walls, cheerful floral drapes, matching bedspreads in different colors, stenciled designs accenting the ceilings, and fanciful painted wrought-iron headboards. Every room is provided with a minibar, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, access to the Internet, safe box, air-conditioning, and hairdryer. Some of the rooms capture the blue of the Adriatic Sea across an expanse of olive trees.

Facilities

As well as the outdoor swimming pool, the hotel has 2 private beaches (one sandy, one rocky), two tennis courts, a sauna and a steam bath, and an 18-hole golf course overlooking the sea. Masseria San Domenico is home to one of Italy's best thalassotherapy spas. The spa offers various treatments and uses the rich seawater and seaweed found in the nearby Adriatic Sea, just 500 meters away.

History of The Masseria

The main nucleus of Masseria San Domenico dates back to the 15th century and consists of a watchtower belonging to the Knights of Malta who had their main base in Puglia in the nearby port of S. Stefano. The Tower still intact with its machicolations and smokestacks stands proud of its historical role at the center of the residential agglomeration that was gradually transforming itself until the 18th century, becoming one of the most important fortified farmhouses in the area.

The "Massaro" lived there all year round and was responsible for the conservation and defense of the harvest of the 100 hectares of surrounding land, consisting of orchards and mostly olive groves. Some of these centuries-old olive trees are reflected with all their grandeur in the spectacular swimming pool among the rocks which is the flagship of the current hotel destination of the structure. They seem like sentinels in defense of the tranquility and privacy of the guests of the comfortable hotel whose excellent service has allowed them to become part of the "Leading Hotels of the World" since 2003.

Dining

Located in enchanting locations that change according to the season, the restaurants offer guests a unique and authentic experience. In winter, convivial moments are spent in a charming room with a large stone fireplace and large star-vaulted ceilings; in summer lunch and dinner are served by the pool or by the sea, in the annex of San Domenico a mare. Whatever the location, traditional recipes are made with zero km ingredients such as Adriatic fish and vegetables harvested in the Masseria's estates.

"San Domenico" Restaurant - Reference point for refined traditional cuisine. Located in the evocative hall with ribbed vaults dating back to the 18th century, it was originally the oil mill of the Masseria which was in operation until the early 1900s. The restaurant offers specialties of the typical Apulian cuisine with research of ancient traditional recipes and with the accent on seasonally available ingredients accompanied by a rich selection of local and international wines. Vegetables and vegetables, oil and most of the fruit, come from the 150 hectares of the farm that surrounds the structure and the fresh fish and seafood come from the nearby Adriatic Sea.

"San Domenico By The Pool" - Mediterranean recipes by the pool. In the summer, the San Domenico restaurant moves to the poolside, to tempt its guests with inviting buffet lunches and refined à la carte dinners. Very fresh raw materials, salads, grilled vegetables, meat, fish, handmade pasta and the best recipes of the Apulian cuisine, recognized worldwide for its variety and richness.

"The Nassa At The San Domenico A Mare" - Aperitif pieds dans l'eau and dinner with fish menu. Against the backdrop of the Adriatic Sea, the elegant La Nassa restaurant at the San Domenico a mare guarantees a truly unforgettable experience every evening, to taste seafood delicacies accompanied by your favorite cocktail.

"Ulivo" Bar - Aperitifs that remain in the memory. In a warm and enveloping atmosphere, the Ulivo bar recreates the atmosphere of a country house with a large stone fireplace and multiple private rooms that guarantee an ideal environment for reading and leisure. In summer, its sunny terraces with breathtaking views of the swimming pool and the gardens of the Masseria are the ideal place to enjoy an aperitif at sunset with live music. A wide choice of spirits and liqueurs for blending and an inviting selection of snacks and cold dishes offer guests an ever-changing choice.

Wellness Services

Thalassotherapy is the basis of the wellness services and has a long tradition. Since ancient times, the use of sea water was known as the primary source of purification for the body. The richness of minerals and the abundance of trace elements help relieve stress and revitalize the body and mind. The selection of cosmetic and massage lines, treatments, rituals and therapies for face and body complete the experience in a personalized way with results that are not only visible but also felt. Wellness And Happiness – The mission is to promote a healthy, joyful and sustainable lifestyle, inspired by the principles of the Mediterranean lifestyle, the essential elements of thalassotherapy and the benefits of olive oil.

The Beaches

"La Fonte" Beach - Spacious white sand beach shaded by tamarisks with a spring water source, La Fonte beach is equipped with a snack bar service, deck chairs, umbrellas and cabanas and is also accessible to guests of the Borgo Egnazia facility with children.

"San Domenico A Mare" Beach - San Domenico a Mare is the beach reserved exclusively for guests of the Masseria, with a panoramic platform on the rocks and easy access to the sea in a sandy cove with shallow waters. Among the services available, the renowned fish restaurant "La Nassa", a bar service and an elegant lounge for relaxing moments