When visiting Otranto, Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages at the spa, and local cuisine is served at Ristorante interno, which is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a steam room.
Languages
English, French, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–11 AM
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Free bicycle rentals
Electric bike charging stations
Bike storage
Facilities
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
Sauna
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Ristorante interno - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 June, EUR 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 July - 31 August, EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Hosted evening meal costs EUR 38
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Hotel Otranto
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Hotel
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Otranto
Masseria Mongiò dell 'Elefante
Masseria Mongio Dell'elefante
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Hotel
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Otranto
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Hotel Otranto
Frequently asked questions
Does Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna. Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante also has a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante?
Yes, Ristorante interno offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante like?
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante is located a short 4-minute walk from Baia Dei Turchi Beach.
Masseria Mongiò dell'Elefante Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
Pool is amazing very clean, room was great, staff was great. Breakfast was a bit weird and with just a little more this place could be amazing. Overall very happy with our stay.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2023
Tania
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10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2023
Encantador
Hermoso! Te reciben muy cordiales, el spa es hermoso y la playa es increible. El spa es maravilloso
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2023
Beautiful location, comfortable, friendly staff
LAWRENCE
LAWRENCE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2022
This is a great property located 300 metres walking distance from a splendid beach and a short 15 min drive to Otranto. The breakfast selection is amazing, the room was clean and spacious and parking was easy. The outdoor pool was nice but the water was a bit cold in September.
Mitul
Mitul, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2022
Beautiful property, great dinning experience. Very close to the beach
Marine
Marine, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2022
A relaxing and special stay here. Our room was beautiful and was great to sit in your own courtyard for your own apperitivo hour. The pool was excellent and was a short drive to otranto. We used the free hotel bikes and bikes into otranto too which was fun. Ivan the host was excellent.
Simone
Simone, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2022
A little oasis near the beach front, which is accessible via a short pathway through the vegetation. Great pool. Good food, even though options are limited for lunch and dinner. Phenomenal staff that goes out of their way to make your stay pleasant. Relatively close to Otranto ( 5 minutes car ride ). Free bikes available on the premise to explore the surroundings. I would strongly suggest to anybody looking to vacation around Otranto.
Roberto
Roberto, 5-night family trip
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6/10 Good
22 September 2020
Nice stay close to the beach
The property is located very close to one of the most beautiful beaches in the area. With a 10 minutes walk along a beautiful path you can reach the beach. The masseria has all the services you need, we liked the bicycle service to reach Otranto and everyone does it’s best to accommodate requests. We felt however the design of the masseria exteriors is kind of “cold” due to a renovation that has gone too far and it misses the ambience that some other Masserias can offer.
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2019
Great family masseria with a lot of charm and a really good restaurant
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3-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair
12 October 2019
Disappointed - pictures fool you!
Rather disappointing. 10 min walk to the beach. Need to walk through little Forrest and bushes with huge spiders. Room not as luxurious as hoped. Breakfast rather simple. Spa area a complete joke! Two saunas and a big jacuzzi we didn’t feel comfortable using. I’d choose a different place next time, sorry!
Staff is very nice but just didn’t feel comfortable. Also, place needs some yard work.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2019
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5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2019
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2019
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10-night trip
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6/10 Good
17 September 2019
Staff are amazing really really friendly but the overall Masseria is overrated. They have spoilt it by making it modern taking away all the original quaint charm of it. The pool is stunning but the site is small and breakfast is tacky and not pleasant. Much much nicer Masserias in Puglia and for this reason it’s really over priced. Rooms are small and facilities are minimal. There isn’t much to this site other then the pool whereas the other masserias have groves or land to be explored. Nice place but wouldn’t stay again
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1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
22 July 2019
This was advertised as a 5 star resort. It very definitely is not. The decor is cold, gardens badly maintained and layout sub-standard .
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3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2019
Mouth watering experience!!
Amazing beach just a couple of minutes from hotel. You can feel the fresh outside and clean smell from the open fields. Ivan is an outstanding host full of energy and happy in helping in guiding you on having an excellent trip
Luis Antonio
Luis Antonio, 2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
1 June 2019
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2019
The spa and staff are amazing. Short walk to secluded beach. What vacation dreams are made of.
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2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2019
We loved our two days in this masseria and can't wait to return. The staff were the most earnest and eager-to-help that we have ever encountered in years of travel. It was hard to believe how big and beautiful the breakfast was.
We were really tired when we arrived, decided against driving downtown for dinner, and decided to have dinner at the Masseria. We were so amazed by the quality of the food and wine that we ate there a second night even though we had intended to go to Otranto.
Enjoyed sitting in the garden chairs out the back door of the room with the beautiful vineyard stretching out in the distance.
Edwin
Edwin, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
28 October 2018
Everything was fine but the room had a smell and the set up was weird. However it is a very nice hotel and people are friendly. The bikes are a very nice touch. I would advise them to have the restaurant on a covered terrace rather than downstairs as it is too dark to have diner in what is the basement.
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2018
Great property close to a wonderful beach and to the old town of Otranto that offers plenty of dining and shopping options. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the staff is extremely kind and efficient.
stefano
stefano, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2018
Very nice flats in an amazing location peaceful and calm surrounded by nature and 5 minutes walking to the best beach around Otranto (Baia dei Turchi) - very nice staff and always ready to support us - they also have a restaurant on reservation with excellent food
DT
DT, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 August 2017
Very nice and close to thebeach
Very nice small hotel. Staff is super kind and friendly. Breakfast is not the best that I had around thee
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1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2017
Beautiful stay
Had an amazing time at the masseria. They made us feel at home and super happy every day. Perfectly located and so comfy!