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Castle Elvira
Lecce , Italy
Castle Elvira, built in the early 20th century and abandoned 100 years ago, has reopened following a magnificent restoration. Inviting up to 12 guests we welcome you to luxuriate in our uniquely designed suites and enjoy exclusive use of our elegantly landscaped private gardens and pools as well as 37 acres of olive and citrus groves and glorious parkland. Indulge in our refined Pugliese hospitality, relax, and let us spoil you. Our experienced team is here to create your dream bespoke experience.
Good To Know
The Hotel offers a variety of luxury rooms to choose from, you can choose to stay in The Castle, The Cottage, The Tower or The Masseria.
From the moment you get in touch to plan your bespoke visit to the moment you leave, their general manager Giacomo, and his hand-picked team are here to help.
They can arrange transport to and from the airport, create tailored experiences for your group, and even plan an exquisite party for a special occasion.
During your stay they are always on hand: just pick up one of the numerous hospitality phones you’ll find around the property for room service, concierge, and housekeeping.
Food and Beverage
Their chefs Marino and Fabiana, from Salento, who have decades of experience cooking for many high-end palazzos, are passionate about traditional Cucina Salentina.
Their menus, which include using their homegrown citrus fruit, pomegranates, and fresh herbs, are full of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, to which they add their own twists to create new takes on classic Pugliese cooking.
The castle’s rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to gaze at the glory of a Southern Pugliese sunset. Guests are invited to sip cocktails, and sample local wines and Prosecco whilst taking in the spectacular 360-degree vistas. Our team is on hand to serve rooftop aperitif under the stars whilst you enjoy the gentle background music played on our Sonance bespoke sound system, we can even provide you with a live string quartet, as you wish.
Insider Tips
Here are some insider tips to enhance your experience at Castle Elvira.
If you are looking to enrich your stay there is a wide variety of activities to partake in:
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Pugliese Pasta Making Classes
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Pizza & Prosecco nights
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Sunset At The Castle Roof Terrace Bar
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Enjoy Beauty and Wellness Treatments
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Wine tasting
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The Elvira Adored & Adorned Portrait Experience
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Christmas at Castle Elvira
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Weddings and Events
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Visit The Elvira Boutique
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The Elvira Life Drawing Classes
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Running, Walking & Cycling
