Corso Annibale 200, Marina di Ugento, Torre San Giovanni, Italy | (888) 551-4925
Modern design hotel right on the coast
Artistic, contemporary guest rooms; some have sea views
Private beach accessible via a tunnel under the street
Saltwater swimming pool directly overlooks the beach
On-site restaurant serves Italian cuisine and fresh seafood
Outdoor terrace features several whirlpools
Lobby bar serves coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoon
Free breakfast
Both the beach and pool can get crowded with locals using day passes
Some complaints of noise from the nearby disco
First floor guest rooms don't get much natural light
L'Isola di Pazze is a simple, modern hotel with a private beach and saltwater swimming pool on the coast of Torre San Giovanni. Guests access the beach via an underground tunnel, so crossing traffic isn't a problem. There's an on-site restaurant serving fresh seafood and Italian wines. Rooms are contemporary and chic with brightly painted walls, and some have sea views. First floor rooms don't get much natural light and have been reported as dark. Past guests have complained about late night noise from a nearby disco as well. The hotel is ideal for those who want a stylish beach vacation but it's less convenient for exploring the historic center of Torre San Giovanni, which is about a 20-minute walk from the property.
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Scene
Modern three-story boutique hotel decorated in tones of white and gray
From the road, the starkly white L'Isola di Pazze looks cool and sophisticated. Tall palm trees and a white wall topped with red flowers draw one’s gaze, while the hotel's reflective glass windows add to the modern vibe. Inside, the lobby is painted in tones of light blue, gray, and white. Shiny silver sofas offer a cozy spot to sit, but white tables and chairs on the outdoor patio have better views of the gardens. The vibe is definitely chic, yet kids are welcome and catered to.
Location
On the coast in Torre San Giovanni, though a bit of a hike to the town center
Though L'Isola di Pazze is open all year round, many of the hotels and restaurants surrounding it close in the low season. The center of Torre San Giovanni is about a 20-minute walk from the hotel, making it less than convenient for those who want to visit the shops and osterias in the village itself. One super-cool mention about the location of L'Isola di Pazze -- there's a small uninhabited island close to the beach.
Rooms
Modern, with bold colors and balconies; some have sea views
Rooms inside L'Isola di Pazze have lipstick red tile floors and stark white walls with colorful accents -- like graphic print words in Italian -- over the white linen-covered beds. Furniture is tightly packed without much space between beds and narrow gray couches. Private balconies add some much needed space, though only some rooms have full sea views. Bathrooms are decorated with the same red tiles found in the bedroom. Some bathrooms have full bathtubs, though there isn't much space for unpacking toiletries alongside the square white sink.
Features
The private beach and pool are highlights, and the on-site restaurant has vegetarian/gluten-free options.
The beach facilities include a small saltwater swimming pool, beach chairs with umbrellas, a restaurant with a poolside bar, and a lifeguard. Live music is regularly provided. Two heated hot tubs are located on the deck (with ocean views) at the hotel, along with an indoor bar and restaurant featuring an a la carte menu with fresh seafood as well as vegetarian and gluten-free options. The breakfast buffet is included in the price of a room, as is Wi-Fi and parking. There is no on-site gym or spa.
