Name: Masseria Donnaloia
Address: Monopoli, IT

Masseria Donnaloia, MonopoliMasseria Donnaloia in Monopoli, Italy has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 4 of 5 hotels we score in Monopoli. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.4 before correction: Booking.com 2.1, Tripadvisor 2.6.Masseria Donnaloia is a restored 18th-century fortified farmhouse located in the Lamandia area of Monopoli. The property consists of 27 rooms featuring air conditioning, minibars, and private balconies or patios. Guests can use the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the gym, or the sauna. Dining takes place in a converted barn, and the grounds include a panoramic terrace and a solarium. The hotel is situated within walking distance of the sea and offers complimentary bicycle hire for exploring the local coastline. It suits travellers looking for a quiet stay near the beach, though the WiFi connection can be unreliable.What stands out

Traditional dining in a converted barn

Seasonal outdoor swimming pool

Complimentary bicycle hire

Close to local beaches

Watch out for

Unreliable WiFi service

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