Where to Stay in Lecce: My Selection of the Best Accommodations

Wondering where to stay in Lecce? Looking for the best areas and districts?

You’re at the right place!

As I know Lecce very well, I have created this guide of:

• Lecce’s best areas for your stay (with details about the best places to visit and nearby attractions)
• For each area and district, the best hotels depending on your budget

Let’s find your dream hotel now!

My favorite hotels in Lecce

Here’s a quick summary of my favorite hotels in Lecce, in case you don’t have time to read my detailed article.

Simply click on the hotel names in orange to access details and rates:

• Where to stay in Lecce for the first time: Vittoria Luxury House, located in the historic center
• Where to stay in Lecce for a luxury stay: Patria Palace Lecce – The Leading Hotels of The World, a beautiful 5-star hotel in the heart of the city
• Where to stay in Lecce on a budget: Eos Hotel or Arryvo Hotel (a bit more expensive)
• Where to stay in Lecce with family: Palazzo Sant’Anna Lecce
• My favorite hotel in Lecce for a romantic stay: Palazzo De Noha – Boutique Hotel

In Lecce Historic Center (Centro Storico)

The historic center of Lecce, or Centro Storico, is the heart of this beautiful Baroque city.

This area is famous for its stunning architecture, with buildings made from the local “Lecce stone”, giving the city a warm atmosphere.

It’s the best area if you want to be surrounded by history and have all the main sights within walking distance.

You should stay in this district if you want:

• To explore the city’s main attractions easily on foot.
• To enjoy the evening atmosphere, with countless restaurants, wine bars, and cafes.
• For a trip full of culture and history.

This is the perfect area to see:

• Piazza del Duomo, a stunning square, where you can find Lecce Cathedral
• Basilica di Santa Croce, famous for its incredibly detailed and ornate Baroque facade.
• Roman Amphitheater, an ancient ruin located right in the main square, Piazza Sant’Oronzo.
• Castello Carlo V, a massive fortress that now hosts cultural events and exhibitions.
• The charming narrow streets of the old town
• Museo Faggiano, a private museum where you can see archaeological layers of the city’s history.

Where to Stay in Lecce Historic Center?

• Dimi House: Just a short walk from the historic center. Bright and modern double rooms from 105€, with an excellent breakfast included. Strong points: very welcoming host, immaculate cleanliness, delicious homemade breakfast, great location for exploring the city.
• Vittoria Luxury House: Located about 10 minutes on foot from Piazza Sant’Oronzo. Stylish and modern suites, some with a private jacuzzi, starting from 150€, breakfast included. Strong points: private jacuzzi in some rooms, very comfortable bedding, modern design, friendly staff. A great choice for its excellent value for money.
• Dimora San Giuseppe: In the heart of the historic center, just a few steps from the Duomo. Beautifully restored rooms in a historic building starting from 190€, breakfast included. Strong points: perfect location for exploring the old town, charming historic building, exceptional breakfast, and a very welcoming host.
• Palazzo De Noha – Boutique Hotel: A beautifully renovated historic building. Elegant double rooms from 320€, breakfast included. Strong points: rooftop plunge pool, fantastic breakfast, attentive service. My favorite hotel for a romantic stay in Lecce’s historic center!
• Palazzo Sant’Anna Lecce: Located in the historic center, in an amazingly restored palace. Spacious rooms and suites available from 330€, breakfast included. Strong points: beautiful rooftop terrace, excellent breakfast, amazing staff. Another excellent option for a romantic stay!
• Patria Palace Lecce – The Leading Hotels of The World: This 5-star hotel overlooks the Basilica di Santa Croce. It offers luxurious, classic rooms from 340€, breakfast included. Strong points: exceptional location, rooftop terrace, highly professional staff. Simply the best luxury hotel in Lecce!

Around Mazzini District and in modern Lecce

Mazzini district, centered around Piazza Mazzini, is Lecce’s main commercial and modern neighborhood.

Just a short walk from the historic center, this area is filled with high-street fashion stores, cafes, and modern apartment buildings.

Staying in the Mazzini area allows you to enjoy modern comforts and shopping while still being very close to the old town.

You should stay in the Mazzini district if you want:

• If you love shopping, with all the main Italian and international brands.
• To find more modern accommodation options, often with easier parking.
• To be close to the historic center but in a slightly less crowded area.

This district is perfect for discovering:

• Piazza Mazzini, the city’s main modern square.
• Via Salvatore Trinchese, the main shopping street in Lecce.
• The open-air market, where you can find local products, clothes, and household goods.
• Giardini Pubblici Giuseppe Garibaldi
• Local cafes and pasticcerie, ideal for tasting local treats like the pasticciotto.

Here are my favorite hotels in Mazzini district and other parts of modern Lecce

• Mercure Hotel President Lecce: A 10-minute walk from the historic center. Modern and spacious double rooms from 110€, breakfast included. Strong points: helpful staff, clean and comfortable rooms, good location.
• Glass House Smart Rooms & Parking: Located a short walk from Lecce’s historic center. Modern, high-tech double rooms starting from 120€. Strong points: secure on-site parking, very clean.
• 8piuhotel: A modern design hotel just outside the main center. Bright, contemporary rooms from 150€, with a fantastic breakfast included. Strong points: free parking, excellent breakfast buffet, very helpful staff
• B&B Il Palazzotto di Luca Luxury Suites: Very close to the historic center. Elegant and spacious rooms from 150€, very good breakfast included. Strong points: incredible location, excellent breakfast on the rooftop terrace and attentive service. Excellent value for money!
• La Fiermontina Luxury Home Hotel: A stunning 5-star resort on the edge of the historic center. Unique, art-filled rooms from 550€. Strong points: beautiful garden with a large swimming pool, exceptional service, serene atmosphere. This is my recommendation for a luxury stay just outside the busiest area!

Where to Stay in Lecce on a Budget

If you’re traveling on a budget, here are a few great hotels for a stay in Lecce without spending too much:

• Merabulò: Located about a 10-minute walk from the historic center. Spotlessly clean double rooms from 75€. Strong points: excellent value for money, very friendly host, shared kitchen available, and exceptional cleanliness.
• Eos Hotel: Modern, clean rooms from 100€. Strong points: rooftop terrace, very helpful staff, and a great breakfast. This is definitely a great choice if you want to stay in Lecce for cheap.
• Hotel Delle Palme: Situated between the station and the center. Simple but comfortable double rooms from 90€, breakfast included. Strong points: free parking, friendly service, walking distance to attractions.
• Arryvo Hotel: On the edge of the historic center. Stylishly decorated double rooms from 120€. Strong points: cool design, shared lounge and bar, great atmosphere. Another great place to stay in central Lecce on a budget!

Where to Stay in Lecce with Family

• Hilton Garden Inn Lecce: In the modern part of the city. Family rooms available from 170€. Strong points: rooftop pool which kids will love, on-site restaurant, spacious rooms.
• Il Giardino della Scuncerta: Located a bit outside the city center, offering a quiet retreat. quadruple rooms perfect for families starting from 180€. Strong points: beautiful garden, quiet location, and very welcoming hosts.
• Oronti Accommodations: Located just a 5-minute walk from the historic center. Quadruple rooms or apartments available from 200€. Strong points: clean and modern rooms, great location, friendly staff, and some rooms have a balcony.
• Ada Suites & Spa: Situated right on the edge of the historic center. Spacious quadruple rooms and suites from 220€, breakfast included. Strong points: spa with a jacuzzi and sauna, excellent location for exploring, beautiful historic building with modern comforts.

What is the best hotel in Lecce?

If you are looking for the best hotel in Lecce, I recommend you the Patria Palace Lecce – The Leading Hotels of The World or the excellent La Fiermontina Luxury Home Hotel if you’re looking for a hotel with swimming pool.

And if you’re looking for something a little more affordable but still luxurious, you should book a night or more at Palazzo De Noha – Boutique Hotel or Palazzo Sant’Anna Lecce.

Where to stay in Lecce: The best hotels

To give you a better overview of the best hotels in Lecce, whether in the historic center or elsewhere, I’ve prepared a table summarizing all the ones I talk about in this article.

You can sort them by price or by district!

Hotel	District	Price (from)
Dimi House	Historical Center	105€
Vittoria Luxury House	Historical Center	150€
Dimora San Giuseppe	Historical Center	190€
Palazzo De Noha - Boutique Hotel	Historical Center	320€
Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce	Historical Center	330€
Patria Palace Lecce - The Leading Hotels of The World	Historical Center	340€
Mercure Hotel President Lecce	Mazzini / Modern Lecce	110€
Glass House Smart Rooms & Parking	Mazzini / Modern Lecce	120€
8piuhotel	Mazzini / Modern Lecce	150€
B&B Il Palazzotto di Luca Luxury Suites	Mazzini / Modern Lecce	150€
La Fiermontina Luxury Home Hotel	Mazzini / Modern Lecce	550€
Merabulò	Cheap Hotels	75€
Hotel Delle Palme	Cheap Hotels	90€
Eos Hotel	Cheap Hotels	100€
Arryvo Hotel	Cheap Hotels	120€
Hilton Garden Inn Lecce	Hotel for families	170€
Il Giardino della Scuncerta	Hotel for families	180€
Oronti Accommodations	Hotel for families	200€
Ada Suites & Spa	Hotel for families	220€

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