Via Litoranea, per Santa Cesarea Terme 238, Castro, LE, 73030
What's nearby
Zinzulusa Cave - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Castro Marina - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Cala dell'Acquaviva - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Santa Cesarea Terme Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Terme di Santa Cesarea - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla) - 152 min drive
Sanarica Station - 14 min drive
Poggiardo Station - 14 min drive
Muro Leccese Station - 15 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Train station pickup (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Isola del Sole 365 - 17 min walk
Isola del Sole - 2 min drive
La Pesceria - 6 min walk
Rosticceria Cico - 7 min drive
Le Currenti - 17 min walk
About this property
Hotel Piccolo Mondo
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Hotel Piccolo Mondo. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, an outdoor tennis court and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
33 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
No on-site parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Train station pickup*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Tennis
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Working away
Business centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Television in common areas
Seasonal outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant overlooks the pool. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per person (return)
Ferry terminal shuttle and train station pick-up services are offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 13.0 per day
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 3 costs EUR 50 (return)
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per accommodation, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May to September
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Hotel Piccolo Mondo Castro
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Piccolo Mondo Castro
Hotel Piccolo Mondo Hotel
Hotel Piccolo Mondo Castro
Hotel Piccolo Mondo Hotel Castro
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Piccolo Mondo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Piccolo Mondo 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Hotel Piccolo Mondo.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per person return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Piccolo Mondo and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Piccolo Mondo?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers pool views.
What's the area around Hotel Piccolo Mondo like?
Hotel Piccolo Mondo is a short 6-minute walk from Zinzulusa Cave and 16 minutes' walk from Castro Marina.
Hotel Piccolo Mondo Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
29 June 2024
Overlooks the Adriatic Sea .. very comfortable but requires a lot of stair climbing.
Robert
Robert, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
31 October 2023
Awful, rude and rufused a refund
It's such a shame that awful management and upkeep spoiled what could be a lovely hotel. We checked out early because of all the problems we had and were told we would get a refund. Since then the manager has refused to process a refund and respond to messages. I have never felt so ripped off by a hotel This is in NO way a 4-star hotel, the facilities and condition are barely 3 stars. We booked for a week in September to find that our room, a bungalow suite, was shabby, dirty and needed repair. There was no wifi at all in the room and no mobile reception, so we had to ask especially for a coffee machine which seemed to be a problem. The shower didn't work! What was worse was the staff and management. Staff were having audible arguments over breakfast service, we were made to feel like a nuisance for asking for foods which had run out. The cleaning staff just left bags of dirty laundry from other rooms on our porch. A change of management and a refurb is seriously needed
Jonah
Jonah, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2023
Beautiful hotel, excellent staff, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveller
5-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
30 June 2023
Beautiful location and views with lovely and accommodating hotel staff
Adele
Adele, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2023
Richard
Richard, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 August 2022
Cheri
Cheri, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
2 October 2020
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 October 2019
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 September 2019
Sonia
Sonia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 September 2019
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2019
A stunning place
We had a very enjoyable stay, the hotel is very elegant and the location breathtaking, The (salt water) pool area is particularly nice. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
The rooms were spacious and simply decorated, the only downside was that we had a memory foam mattress which we personally don't get on with.
Marc
Marc, 5-night family trip
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6/10 Good
2 September 2019
Good views but too many steps and you need a car as a little out of the way
Verified traveller
6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 August 2019
Dont like it when websites are forcing me to write reviews
Verified traveller
4-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2019
The cliff top setting is magical, and the view from the restaurant and public room absolutely stunning. Our stay was made so much better with the help of the very helpful owners who helped book restaurants and trips to places we would not have otherwise found. The Castro Wine festival was a final bonus that made our stay very memorable. Lovely saltwater pool and the best morning swim down a set of steep steps to the sea. Thank you. It will be very hard not to come again. The hotel is spread out and requires some walking, but h LP is there for baggage and The payoff is a healthy appetite and and privacy with individual views of the sea through or over the pines and Cypresses
Verified traveller
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2019
Perfect choice - Outstanding hotel
This is a family run hotel (for 40 years!) with a beautiful chic 60s vintage feel, incredible pool, lovely staff, the most beautiful balcony overlooking the sea (room 81). We loved everything about it, especially climbing down the stone steps to swim in the grotta under the hotel every morning. It’s 10 minutes to Castro harbour and a short walk to Castro square. We loved everything about this hotel and the area, and can’t wait to return.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2019
We spent 3 amazing nights in this “small world”. The staff were welcoming & helpful. We love that it’s still run by the family and made us feel like guests in someone’s home. We had great dinner service. It’s a good place to just relax and enjoy the tranquility of the place. You even get to enjoy private access to the sea with some climbing. The Castro marina is a short drive & you can spend a day there with the locals swimming, sun bathing & enjoying local seafood. We stayed in room 81 with our own balcony with sea view.
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3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
9 June 2019
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2018
beautiful authentic hotel
The staff were lovely, we had a large family and they helped even my granddad come up and down the steps. The view was incredible, the pool is refreshing and so quiet. The chapel and amphitheatre give the hotel such charm. the room was cleaned every day and the breakfast was sweet and wonderful, minus a few wasps. Would happily come back again. Thanks for a great stay
Verified traveller
7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2018
Most relaxing holiday to date
I spent a week here with my family and we stayed in one of the family rooms - absolutely amazing! The location of the hotel is beautiful and peaceful, it is up in the cliffs and our particular "cabin" was overlooking the sea (it seemed that most of the rooms did). The salt water pool was great and had beautiful sea views, the rooftop restaurant was wonderful and the food was excellent value; we ended up going there several times for dinner, since there was no need to go elsewhere. The staff were all so kind and welcoming, and always willing to go out of their way to help when needed. We borrowed tennis rackets and had a game or two on the tennis courts - despite our questionable skills, the staff who were around cheered for us at the end. All in all, a truly wonderful experience and I am sure we will be back again in the future!
Ladan
Ladan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2018
Nice but could be much better after renovation
While the place has an amazing staff and the location is very good, it does need a proper renovation because the rooms and especially the bathroom are very outdated. Otherwise, we had a nice stay.
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4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2018
What a spot!
Superb position and helpful staff. Needs a little TLC but I believe that is in the process of happening anyway.
Scott
Scott, 1-night business trip
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4/10 Fair
10 August 2017
beautiful view
hotel has a spectacular view, but that's all it has the hotel is old and run down
was expecting a 5 star hotel but found a 3 star hotel, very disappointing
breakfast was very poor and disappointing as well .
we travel a lot and this hotel is by far the worst that we have ever booked.
we had no safe in our room. We had to carry our belongings everywhere, we advised the front desk and they did nothing about it ,the air conditioning was not working properly.it was just fan air, again were advised and did nothing about it . pool chairs were broken and just patched up and not properly repairs or changed .
The outcome of all of this made us leave 1 day earlier.
M.V.
Mimma
Mimma, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
5 August 2016
Italian style villas in Castro,Italy.
Stayed one night and was hoping that the location was near the center and it was not and the hotel itself has beautiful grounds with villa style rooms but they really need some remodeling. Compleleemenarty breakfast was nice and service is good. My 2 complaints are location and condition of the room.
Verified traveller
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8/10 Very good
27 July 2016
This hotel can be great with a few improvements - although the hotel advertised free wifi, it was non-existent in the room or pool area, only near or in the reception area. There were no additional free power points in the room to recharge mobile devices. Finally, there was little information that was able to be provided about Castro (eg a map of the town) and surrounding towns other than advice from staff, when requested. Notwithstanding these comments, we did enjoy our stay and the area very much.
Saverio
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 June 2016
Nice hotel with cliff sea views
Great stay. Restaurant good and good all-round service. Rooms a little dated