Masseria dei Monaci, Otranto, Italy

A magical retreat in one of Salento’s most beautiful areas

Surrounded by olive groves and the scent of Mediterranean brush, Masseria dei Monaci is where Salento’s ancient spirit meets understated luxury. Just outside the historic town of Otranto, this former 5th-century monastic dormitory has been reimagined as a tranquil hideaway—its U-shaped architecture embracing a sunlit courtyard, its past preserved in stone and silence.

The rooms and suites are spread across two levels, with light-filled living spaces below and quiet sleeping lofts above. Some open directly onto the gardens, all come with contemporary comforts and elegant simplicity. From Superior to sea-view D...