Reviews of L'Antico Monastero
Via Santa Maria delle Grazie 18, 71028 SantʼAgata di Puglia, Italy

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Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe view was spectacular! Very pet friendly and the staff were very kind and helpful. Lovely small village and a real mindfullness experience.
The room was not cleaned properly - under the bed some trash and lots of dust. The bedcover was not clean. I am not super picky but as I paid a bit more to get a nice room I expected it would be atleast clean.
Hi Sophia, I'm Carmela. Cleanliness is essential to me, and I check several times to make sure everything is impeccable. You didn't tell me anything; in fact, you told me the room you booked was beautiful. The day after your arrival, after you stayed, the staff told me the room was very messy and had food leftovers. We cleaned the room again, and on the day of checkout, it was in the same condition. Thank you for being our guest, and I'm sorry if you didn't like anything. I hope to have you as a guest again. 😊
Hi Sophia, I'm Carmela. Cleanliness is essential to me, and I check several times to make sure everything is impeccable. You didn't tell me anything; in fact, you told me the room you booked was beautiful. The day after your arrival, aft… Show more
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewTHe breakfast was great. The staff were wonderful and the location is superb. Such a quaint little town and the perfect place to stay for a relaxed weekend in the city center.
Ideally the breakfast could have had some protein with some prosciutto or something or eggs
Thank you so much for the beautiful review, it's a shame you didn't tell us that you also wanted a savoury breakfast, it will be a good reason to have you as guests again 😊
Reviewed: 17 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and brilliant views
It was fine. No dislikes
Thank you so much for the review, it was a pleasure having you as guests😊
Reviewed: 15 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewGood location, beautiful athmosphere
Thank you so much for the review, it was a pleasure having you as guests 😊
Reviewed: 3 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe host was charming and very welcoming. We had a lovely room with beautiful views.
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewOur room was very spacious and so clean. The views were gorgeous of the countryside. The owners were really nice and helpful and the breakfast was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to go back!
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as guests and we hope to have you as guests again 😊
Reviewed: 26 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewAmazing location! Stunning views and fantastic, friendly service. It’s like Turscany but without the crowds. If you have a chance to spend a night in this gorgeous hilltop historic town, then take it.
No issues
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Reviewed: 16 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewEverything! The owner, Carmella, was a delight. Her associate, Monica, was charming. The hotel is gorgeous, perched high above overlooking the pugliese countryside. Do visit Bistrot Clio for a truly authentic meal. And don't miss Degli Amici Bar where Raphaele makes the best aperol spritz. L' Antica Monastero is almost a zen experience as is the town of Sant Agata. I travel extensively. This is a very special place. I urge you to visit. Tell Carmella I sent you.
Everything. The people. The town. The food. The air. The hotel, especially.
Thank you so much Anthony for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as a guest 😊
Reviewed: 24 October 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewFantastic location with a breathtaking view. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Thank you so much for the review, it was a pleasure having you as guests 😊
Reviewed: 14 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewThe property was the most beautiful, tranquil and clean place to stay. Monica and Carmela were fantastic hosts who were so helpful with everything (including showing us how to use the coffee machine at breakfast!)
There was nothing bad about staying at this property. We would highly recommend if going to Sant Agata di Puglia
Thank you very much, it was a pleasure having you as guests 😊
Reviewed: 3 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewGreat location and very easy to deal with the people at the Monastero. Very accommodating on parking, arrival time and breakfast time. Internet was very good. Overall this was an awesome place in a great location with phenomenal views. Would definitely stay again and wish we could have stayed longer.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as guests 😊
Reviewed: 27 August 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewIt's a jewel of a place to say with great views. The village is incredible!
Could be a little better air conditioned but that's a small price to pay.
Thank you so much, it was a pleasure having you as guests 😊
Reviewed: 27 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewThe hosts were very friendly. The breakfast was delicious, though a little too sweet for my tastes. The views were amazing! The place is magical. I would certainly stay there again.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as guests😊
Reviewed: 24 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewBreakfast was superb. Location was not a tourist location, loved it.
Not a thing!!
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Reviewed: 21 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewWe absolutely loved our stay at L’Antico Monastero. Sant’Agata is a beautiful, picture-perfect Medieval town, perched high on a hill. The views from our family suite were incredible. The room was spacious and clean, and breakfast was the highlight of our day! Monica was so wonderful, always went above and beyond.
The mattress in the main room was a little hard, but we managed fine!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as guests :-)
Reviewed: 28 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewRoom (La Chiazza) was very nicely remodeled, very clean and comfortable with a great view from the hilltop. The staff was extremely friendly. Breakfast was splendid. There is free parking nearby. Sant'Agata di Puglia is a wonderful village. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Thank you so much Michael for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you as our guest :-)
Reviewed: 12 October 2022 · Stayed in October 2022
Verified reviewSensitively and stylishly renovated monastery accommodation in a gorgeous hilltop town. Lovely helpful staff, great breakfast, brilliant value. We loved it!
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Reviewed: 25 September 2022 · Stayed in September 2022
Verified reviewExtremely friendly and helpful staff. Very good breakfast. For me just perfect.
Thank you very much, it was a pleasure to have you as a guest :-)