Kate Dougherty

Masseria Torre Maizza

  • Where:
  • Why:Our great friend’s wedding.
  • When:September 2014
  • Who:Me and my hubby-to-be.
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Masseria Torre Maizza One of the most striking components of this hotel are the massive olive trees everywhere, some more than 1000 years old. I love the way they twist.

One of the most striking components of this hotel are the massive olive trees everywhere, some more than 1000 years old. I love the way they twist.

Masseria Torre Maizza The reception area...beautifully simple furniture everywhere.

The reception area...beautifully simple furniture everywhere.

Masseria Torre Maizza The hotel rooms all lined up.

The hotel rooms all lined up.

Masseria Torre Maizza The hotel room was so relaxing and peaceful…and very <br data-src=

The hotel room was so relaxing and peaceful…and very
comfortable beds.

Masseria Torre Maizza The Aveda Spa...we did a seaweed mud wrap and turkish bath – it was heaven. Stop by, even just to check out the overall design.

The Aveda Spa...we did a seaweed mud wrap and turkish bath – it was heaven. Stop by, even just to check out the overall design.

Masseria Torre Maizza Take a bike out for an adventure among the olive trees and surrounding farms...and the sister beach club is just a 15 minute ride away.

Take a bike out for an adventure among the olive trees and surrounding farms...and the sister beach club is just a 15 minute ride away.

Masseria Torre Maizza The bar area.

The bar area.

Masseria Torre Maizza The restaurant.

The restaurant.

Masseria Torre Maizza Right out of a Fellini film.

Right out of a Fellini film.

Masseria Torre Maizza Piscina

Piscina

Masseria Torre Maizza A secret hammock in the lime trees.

A secret hammock in the lime trees.

Masseria Torre Maizza The entrance to the hotel.

The entrance to the hotel.

Highs & Lows

  • The restaurant – beautiful buffet in the morning and unbelievably fresh fish dishes at night.

  • The sister beach club is a must see for the day.

  • The hotel’s Aveda spa is incredible – go for a seaweed wrap and turkish bath, it was deluxe.

  • The hotel’s golf course is so beautiful and teeny, it’s a fun afternoon to play the nine holes (all par 3) with a beverage… and preferably barefoot!

  • A little isolated and a drive from the beach.

  • Super simple – not your typical Italian beach holiday.

The Barometer

  • Design

  • Website

  • Environmental Consciousness

  • Night's Sleep

  • Service

  • Amenities

  • Takeable Treats

  • Refer a Friend

  • Overall Value

  • Life Changing

Total: 47/50

Important Bits

  • Type

    Luxury hotel in a small town.

  • Vibe

    Peaceful & hidden with five star amenities.

  • Location

    A short car ride away from a small beach town with all you need.

  • Rooms

    30 rooms & suites.

  • Music

    Classical...it felt right.

  • Year Opened

    Originally built more than 500 years ago.

  • Designed By

    Beautifully simple design by the hotel's owners.

  • Health & Wellness

    Yes pool, no gym. There is a tiny nine hole golf course that is beautiful - we had a blast playing it.

  • Restaurant

    Yes

  • Bar

    Yes

  • Minibar

    Standard mini bar.

  • Children

    Leave them at home (however if you cannot, babysitter services are available).

  • Price

    Rich but not crazy.

  • Website

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