Phone: (+39)08331850720
Address: Via Castello, 13, Ugento, Italy, UGENTO
City: UGENTO
Menu Dishes: 4
Reviews: 440
Website: https://castellodiugento.com/
"In September of 2023, my wife and I spent a magical week at Castello di Ugento. We had been looking for a place to stay in Puglia and I happened upon the Castello in an internet search. It was all that we had hoped for. The quality of the accommodations and the food were matched only by the attentiveness of the staff. Our stay was not inexpensive, but it was worth every penny. We have paid more at other five-star hotels but never have we had such an all-round amazing vacation experience. Apart from one day, when we visited a local winery and olive oil company (both arranged by the hotel), we barely budged. Uncharacteristically, we ate every meal at the hotel restaurant and each night the elegant and creative menu was exceptional. The sommelier served us exclusively local Puglian wine, which he selected to match each course. One of the features that had drawn us to the Castello was the Puglia Culinary Centre, housed in the hotel. In the off-season, classes are held for students from cooking schools, both in Italy and in the United States. We took three cooking lessons, each taught by the chefs of the Castello, which were outstanding: three hours of cooking in their state-of-the-art teaching kitchen, followed by a full meal with the chefs. Both of us love to cook and we have taken lessons elsewhere, including at the Cordon Bleu in Paris, but this topped them all. The Castello has only ten rooms. We had reserved the Alcova di Diana ahead of time, the best room in the house. The Alcova is a 60 meter2 (600 ft2) two-room suite on the second floor of the hotel with its own large terrace, the only room on that floor. It has a view of the town and the countryside that stretches as far as the Mediterranean Sea. The Castello has a large walled-in garden, filled with fruit trees and herbs, which the chefs use in cooking. We spent hours reading there in the afternoon, completely undisturbed. The town of Ugento is at the very tip of the heel of the boot of the Italian mainland. The nearest airport is in Brindisi, about 90 minutes away. We flew into Bari, an hour further north, because we were able to get a direct connection in Rome to our flight from JFK, which meant that our luggage went straight through. We then rented a car. The roads to and from both airports are mostly limited access divided highways with no tolls. Ugento is a quaint local town, not touristy at all. It is only a few minutes from beaches on the Ionian Sea and not far from a good number of wineries. The hotel offers a variety of discounts if you pay in advance. The details are spelled out on the excellent website (castellodiugento.com), which also has photos of all the rooms and information about the cooking classes. The weather at the end of September was perfect and the crowds of tourists were greatly diminished from the height of the season in August. As I put it at the outset: magical."
Full menu - 4 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Rice
Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection, with a rich blend of Parmesan and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Schnitzel
Cordon Bleu
Breaded chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese, served with a creamy sauce.
Dessert
Chicken
Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden fried chicken with juicy, tender meat inside, seasoned to perfection for mouthwatering flavor.
Stefano
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Simona
Affreschi molto ben conservati e ambienti ben curati, da vedere !!
User
Utter perfection. If you think about staying in Castello di Ugento, stop thinking about it. Book the trip. I couldn't be happier.
User
beautiful castle hotel with exceptional staff, especially roberta, the most helpful, professional receptionist/concert/tourist adviser of all time. the restaurant and the bar team were also excellent. good food in and near the estate. wonderful Italian hospitality. room: 5 service: 5 location: 5. View menu
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Prenotato un tavolo per la cena, vengo contattato 30’ prima dell’orario previsto dove mi viene comunicato che il ristorante e’ chiuso a causa di un guasto della cucina. Successivamente mi viene riferito che il ristorante era chiuso per riposo settimanale. Personale molto scortese e per nulla professionale. Esperienza mai successa prima d’ora!Strange things…
Crissy
One of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had! They made me feel so welcome, especially as a solo traveler, and the staff were all wonderful. Highly recommend staying for a few days and taking some of the amazing cooking classes, good for all levels and very thorough (plus you get to eat the food after). There’s also some spectacular beaches right nearby that you can get to with the driver or on your own. This is a gem in a beautiful city that you don’t want to miss.
richard
Stayed with family for a week in August. The cookery classes for us parents and accompanying teenagers were great fun (we had private lessons for 4 hours over 3 days and then ate what we had cooked with the chefs), the chefs excellent. Nearby it was possible to visit the local Italian beaches where the traditional summer holidays see lines of people sunbathing under rented parasols; the beaches were very pleasant. If you have the time it is worth passing by Matera (2 hours from Ugento), the spectacular hill town made even more famous recently by James Bond. View menu
Sabina
Volevamo visitare il castello ,ma il portiere ci ha detto che avremmo potuto farlo prenotando un aperitivo essendo ormai una proprietà privata... Le 5 stelle le diamo sicuramente alla location ma assolutamente no ad un aperitivo di tarallini ,pizzette,tramezzini e panzerottini congelati che solitamente preparo per il compleanno dei miei figli ... 6 cocktail €25 l'uno e 3 gazzosa €6 l'uno , e stuzzichini al costo totale di €298 ... Senza nemmeno aver potuto visionare un listino prezzi ... Costo che non avremmo avuto obiezioni a pagare davanti ad un aperitivo gourmet e con tovagliato in tessuto ... Dopo il conto ci stava pure passando la voglia di visitare il castello ..ps: Il tutto SENZA RICE...
Roberto
Castello. Risalente al periodo normanno ma ampiamente rimaneggiato nel corso dei secoli, può essere definito una dimora-fortezza dall'impianto trapezoidale irregolare con torrioni ai vertici, voluti e fatti realizzare nel XV da Angilberto Del Balzo. Torrioni da ascrivere all'interno del grande progetto di difesa ossidionale delle coste salentine e meridionali, voluto dalla dinastia aragonese; da riconnettere all'interno del ridisegno generale delle difese del Regno commissionate dai regnanti napoletani agli architetti toscani: a Giuliano da Maiano prima e poi Francesco di Giorgio Martini[21]. Nel corso dell'XI secolo, Pecicco de Trebigne divenne il primo feudatario della baronìa di Ugento, m...
Mark
In September of 2023, my wife and I spent a magical week at Castello di Ugento. We had been looking for a place to stay in Puglia and I happened upon the Castello in an internet search. It was all that we had hoped for. The quality of the accommodations and the food were matched only by the attentiveness of the staff. Our stay was not inexpensive, but it was worth every penny. We have paid more at other five-star hotels but never have we had such an all-round amazing vacation experience. Apart from one day, when we visited a local winery and olive oil company (both arranged by the hotel), we barely budged. Uncharacteristically, we ate every meal at the hotel restaurant and each night the ele... View menu
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Vino A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
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Pasta Delight in our selection of classic and contemporary pasta dishes, each crafted with fresh, quality ingredients and flavorful sauces that capture the essence of Italian cuisine in every bite. View menu
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Pranzo Satisfy your midday cravings with our delicious lunch menu. From fresh salads and hearty sandwiches to savory soups and vibrant bowls, each dish is crafted to give you the perfect midday boost.
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Colazione Start your day with our delicious breakfast options, featuring everything from classic eggs and pancakes to healthy smoothies and yogurt. Perfect for a hearty meal or a light morning bite!
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