Puglia is where olive trees meet the sea, and every moment feels enough.
A Curated Selection of the 12 Best Airbnbs in Puglia – Handpicked by The Revel Stay
Puglia feels like a place unbothered by time. Light settles softly on pale stone, olive trees shimmer across the hills, and the air carries a calm that lingers. This is slow travel at its purest, shaped by the land and its rhythm. Days begin gently, with no reason to rush, and meals celebrate what grows nearby, from citrus and olives to the salt of the sea. Our curated selection of the best Airbnbs in Puglia captures that spirit through thoughtful design and quiet authenticity. Homes restored with care, surrounded by nature, made for those who move a little slower and stay a little longer.
01. Modern-design home in the center of Nardò, Lecce
Centro Storico, Nardò
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 baths
Why this stay stands out
Designed by Studio Palomba Serafini, Casa Piana is a calm, sculptural home in the center of Nardò. White stone, barrel vaulted bathrooms, and a glass and iron volume create a dialogue between heritage and contemporary craft. The rooftop kitchen opens to sky and quiet terraces, a rare city perch. Materials feel intentional, from linen to polished concrete. For design lovers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this house reads like a magazine spread yet lives softly, with light and proportion doing the work.
Life inside this home
Days move slowly here. Cool stone underfoot, filtered light in the living room, the hush of thick walls. You climb to the rooftop kitchen, enclosed in glass and iron, where dinner stretches into late evening above the town. Cicadas outside the season and church bells on weekends set the pace. Walk to the baroque piazza for an aperitivo, then return to linen sheets and a deep bath. Beaches in Salento are close, yet the best moments happen at home, unhurried and private.
Light, proportion, and quiet abundance.
02. Trulli OraziO – Trullo Love
Countryside, Monopoli
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
Built around 1700 and lovingly restored, Trulli OraziO is a quiet retreat where stone and stillness meet. Its vaulted walls and chianche floors hold centuries of calm, while handmade furnishings in wood and iron add a simple grace. The bathroom, carved from its own trulletto, is the soul of the house – a deep stone bathtub framed by limewashed walls and soft light. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, it’s a place to slow down and let time dissolve into water and air.
Life inside this home
Life unfolds slowly here. The kitchen is compact, just enough for coffee, fruit, and a quiet meal outdoors. Most days are spent beneath olive trees or in the hammock with a book. Evenings return you to the stone bath, where salts scent the air and music hums low from a Marshall speaker. Beyond the gate, Monopoli and the coast wait, but it’s easy to stay – everything you need is already here, pared back and peaceful.
A house made for soaking.
03. THE SEVEN CONES – TRULLO EDERA
Countryside, Ostuni
4 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
A classic trullo in white stone, restored with care and furnished with reinvented pieces from old farms. Limewashed walls, cool chianche floors, and quiet rooms open to two terraces for coffee and long sunsets. The shared pool sits just beyond with a wide valley view, calm and green. Simple, functional comforts keep the focus on place. For design-minded travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, Trullo Edera offers authenticity with an easy rhythm, set among olive trees and small country lanes.
Life inside this home
Days slow to a countryside pace. Wake to still air, pick a terrace for breakfast, then drift to the pool where the horizon opens and afternoons stretch. The kitchen is straightforward and well equipped, good for simple plates and barbecues. Read beneath olive shade, hear crickets, watch the light move across stone. Evenings are quiet, with Cisternino and Ostuni an easy drive when you want a meal out. It feels rural yet connected, restful yet close to everywhere.
Simple living, wide sky, rest.
04. Suite Santa Maria – L’Opera Dell ‘Architetto
Civita, Matera
4 guests // 1 bedroom // 2 beds // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
In the heart of the Sassi, this suite occupies an ancient palazzotto a few steps from the cathedral. Stone walls and high, vaulted volumes meet a quiet, modern fit out, with a generous bathroom, a well considered kitchen, and lighting that warms the rock. The patio opens to the Gravina and the canyon of the Park of the Rock Churches, a view that feels timeless. A suite that sits comfortably beside the best Airbnbs in Puglia, crafted with restraint and light.
Life inside this home
Mornings begin on the patio watching swifts trace the ravine, coffee in hand, the city slow around you. Wander stairways through the Sassi, then cross to the park trails when the air is soft. Return to cool stone for an afternoon rest, cook something simple, and step back outside as the canyon turns gold. Night brings silence, distant bells, and lamplight on limestone. There are many steps here, so travel light, move slowly, let the rhythm set the pace.
Design and history in perfect stillness.
05. Romantic and charming suite in the heart of the city
Centro Storico, Lecce
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
Set on a quiet square in Lecce’s historic center, this suite is carved entirely from Lecce stone with star and barrel vaults. The renovation keeps texture and mood, pairing sculptural lighting with a generous, two room bath and a deep stone tub. Details feel considered, from sound to linens, so the space reads intimate and refined. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, it delivers romance and craft in equal measure, a private retreat steps from churches and cafés.
Life inside this home
Light stays low and flattering, the stone holding a steady cool as you slip off the street and close the shutters. Music hums softly, a kettle on, a simple breakfast in the small kitchen before wandering to the Duomo. Afternoons invite a long soak in the deep tub, then a slow walk for aperitivo nearby. Night returns you to quiet, thick walls, and linen sheets. It is a moody, romantic refuge, made for couples who like to keep things simple.
A moody bath of limestone.
06. Casa A Corte
Centro Storico, Nardò
10 guests // 5 bedrooms // 5 beds // 5 baths
Why this stay stands out
Sixteenth and seventeenth century bones, a private courtyard, and a pool at the heart of town. Inside, terrazzo and patterned tiles run cool underfoot, walnut pieces echo mid century lines, and original stone sculptures ground the rooms. Five suites keep company and privacy in balance, each with its own bath. The kitchen opens to the courtyard so meals move easily outdoors. For design minded travelers looking for the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this villa layers history with quiet, contemporary grace.
Life inside this home
Mornings open to orange blossom and soft echoing water, espresso at a long table while light slips across stone. Days pass between the pool, the shaded sitting corners, and slow walks to the baroque piazzas. Rooms are spread for peace, so friends and family can drift and reconvene. When the sea calls, Santa Maria al Bagno and Santa Caterina are a short drive, then back to dinner in the courtyard. Night settles warm and still behind old walls.
Historic walls, mid century ease.
07. Masserina D’Aloia – Little treasure in nature
Countryside, Carovigno
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 baths
Why this stay stands out
Once a stone press for grapes, now a quietly refined retreat five minutes from the sea and the lanes of Carovigno. Local materials anchor the renovation, from cool masonry to cotton linens, while a 2×8 meter pool, shaded lounge, and fire pit settle into the landscape. The garden is part of the stay, with citrus, herbs, and a field of olive and almond trees. For design minded travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, it balances craft, comfort, and open sky.
Life inside this home
Mornings start in the garden with figs and coffee, then a swim before the heat gathers. The kitchen is set for real cooking, so lunch is simple and fresh, or you light the oven outside and eat beneath the canopy. Afternoons drift between hammocks and water, the scent of thyme in the air. Evenings move to the fire pit and long conversation. Bedrooms sit side by side with no interior connection, a thoughtful detail for couples or families who like their own space.
Olive shade, firelight, unhurried meals.
08. Charming Trulli with Pool immersed in the Forest
Bosco Selva, Alberobello
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
Set between two low hills at the edge of Bosco Selva, Trulli del Bosco is a cluster of historic stone cones restored with care. Your trullo keeps its domed geometry and limewashed calm, paired with a kitchenette and a quiet gazebo for eating outside. Almond and olive trees frame a shared pool, while a generous breakfast brings local breads, cakes, and fruit. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this forest retreat offers peace, craft, and sky within minutes of Alberobello.
Life inside this home
Days move softly among trees. Take the path into the oak forest, return to shade beneath your gazebo, then swim when the light is high. The trullo stays cool and quiet, stone holding the day, a small kitchen set for simple plates or a bottle opened after a ride. Breakfast is unhurried and generous, a local spread that sets the tone. Nights are starry and still, the pool lit pale, crickets steady, and sleep deep under the curved ceiling.
Breakfast, birdsong, the forest pool.
09. Cjase Madràc (Trullo)
Hills above Fasano
6 guests // 3 bedrooms // 3 beds // 2 baths
Why this stay stands out
An 1861 trullo reimagined for quiet living, with domed cones, arched doorways, and tiled floors that stay cool through the day. Handcrafted wood, rope wrapped lamps, and shuttered windows set a rugged, elegant tone. Outside, aromatic gardens step down to an infinity pool cut in natural stone, with hillside lines that carry your eye to the Adriatic. Pergola dining, vine shade, and long views make evenings linger. For design minded travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this is heritage with ease.
Life inside this home
Mornings start on the terrace as thyme warms in the sun. Choose an alcove sofa or the broad steps by the pool, then drift to the pergola for a slow lunch. Rooms are simple and well spaced, with a queen ensuite and two doubles sharing a rain shower. A welcome dinner brings Apulian plates to the trellis table, the rest of the week shaped by swims, garden light, and short drives to sandy coves. Nights are for stars, quiet air, and sea on the horizon.
Rugged cones, refined countryside calm.
10. AREA 8 Design apartment with stunning terrace
Centro Storico, Nardò
3 guests // 1 bedroom // 2 beds // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
Steps from Piazza Salandra yet tucked into a quiet lane, Area 8 is a soulful city hideout with an extraordinary rooftop. Vintage pieces, linen textures, and soft lighting give the rooms a calm, curated rhythm. Upstairs, a compact kitchen opens to a private terrace that frames the baroque façade of San Domenico. It feels intimate and stylish, perfectly placed for evenings in town and day trips to the sea. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, the terrace alone seals it.
Life inside this home
Mornings begin with light on stone and coffee on the terrace, the square just out of view and the bells close by. The bedroom is airy and cool, the bathroom generous with a walk in shower. Climb to the top floor for simple plates and long sunsets, the city moving softly below. Everything you need is a short walk, from pasticciotti to late spritzes, with free parking a few minutes outside the ZTL. Nights end under stars in quiet privacy.
Terrace, bells, slow evenings.
11. Casa Civita, the house in the village.
Civita district, Vico del Gargano
4 guests // 1 bedroom // 2 beds // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
In the oldest quarter of Vico del Gargano, Casa Civita pairs wabi sabi elegance with small village soul. Stone, timber, and quiet craftsmanship set the tone, while a rooftop terrace opens to rooftops, the sea, and the Tremiti on clear days. You arrive on foot through narrow alleys, then slow into a gentler rhythm with citrus on the air and the Foresta Umbra and sandy coves a short drive away. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this hidden retreat captures the spirit of slow southern living.
Why this design works
Step into a bright living room with dining table and a well equipped kitchen for simple meals. An iron spiral stair leads to a romantic mezzanine double and the terrace, the place for coffee at sunrise and stars at night. A wood lined passage brings you to the serene bedroom and a modern bathroom. Thoughtful touches wait on arrival, from fresh fruit and flowers to coffee, a Marshall speaker and smart TV. Parking is 250 meters away, the last stretch is a lovely walk.
Cozy Out Of The City Escape
12. Trullo Pinto
Countryside between Locorotondo & Alberobello
4 guests // 1 bedroom // 2 beds // 1 bath
Why this stay stands out
Between the whitewashed charm of Locorotondo and the fairytale cones of Alberobello, Trullo Pinto captures the essence of rural Puglia. Nestled among olive trees and low stone walls, this restored trullo feels both rooted and refined. Its rustic textures, vaulted ceilings, and handcrafted details blend simplicity with quiet elegance. Mornings begin with birdsong, evenings with cicadas and fading light over the fields. For travelers seeking the best Airbnbs in Puglia, this countryside escape is an authentic slice of slow living.
Life inside this home
Inside, pale stone walls and terracotta floors hold the day’s coolness. The bedroom is calm and minimal, the kitchen stocked for easy meals, the living space opening onto the garden. Outside, a terrace invites long breakfasts and late glasses of wine under the stars, surrounded by olive groves and the scent of thyme. You’re five minutes from Locorotondo’s trattorias and a short drive to Alberobello’s winding alleys. Hosts are warm and welcoming, offering local tips and fresh fruit from the land.
Olive trees, stone walls, stillness.
