S. Martin Hotel is a beautiful old building with all modern conveniences integrated. Hotel staff are all extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel is ideally situated on the edge of the centro storico of Giovinazzo and the beautiful lungomare. There are numerous excellent restaurants nearby. Everywhere was fairly quiet during the first two weeks of December and we welcomed that, but I imagine S. Martin Hotel would be buzzing with activity in the summer season, when rooftop bar & other amenities are open

The hotel restaurant was only open for dinner at the weekend.

Our hotels location was very convenient, it has such breathtaking view on the sea side. Since Giovinazzo is small, it’s close to Restaurants, Terraces, shops, Cathedral and its so nice for a seaside walk. The hotel itself has a long history and story, everything is beautifully decorated with art and plants. The rooftop is stunning and there are some other areas outside which are lovely with the best views. The food, the hospitality was so warm and full of love and care, which made us fell in love with this place.

Great hotel in Giovinazzo old town historical center. Hotel is located in central area and near to all main attractions by foot. Hotel is not really accessible by car (they have a collaboration with a parking garage 1 km away, where you can park your car and they provide drop-off/pick-up to the hotel for a reasonable price). The property is historical, medieval, out of stone, but renovated nicely. Modern rooms and facilities, has elevators. Reception staff was kind and polite. Room was clean, spacious and nicely designed. Plenty of storage space. Amenities (TV, chairs, AC and heater, mirror, closet, charging sockets and reading lights on both sides of the bed, good lighting, free Wi-Fi, towels, shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, toiletries, etc.). The bed / mattress was comfortable (especially for people with back problems). Bathroom was clean and had a shower, but a bit old style. Breakfast was good, delicious. Plenty of great restaurants, bars and cafes in the vicinity.

Does not have 24x7 reception, which could have been better for this quality of hotel. No fridge or mini-bar in the room (there was a mini-bar in the lobby but chargeable). The Wi-Fi speed is terribly slow and we had no coverage in our room (and it took us multiple calls with the hotel manager in the night to get this fixed, which was truly annoying). The breakfast could have had more healthier options (e.g., fresh fruit).

There is something special about staying in such a wonderful historic building that has been restored and renovated in such a sensitive and professional manner. This heritage building is steeped in history, yet lends itself beautifully to it's present purpose as a structure dedicated to hospitality. The refurbishment makes the hotel really comfortable and includes a lift to ease access to the different floors. The decor is wonderfully artistic and jazzed up beautifully with modern works of art that sit comfortably along a few displays of some of the material culture discovered in situ. Staff are relaxed and very accommodating. I needed a late check-out which was sorted easily and at the last minute. A lovely breakfast is provided with fresh local products and a nice selection from a standard buffet station. I was there in low season, yet, the selection was lovely. And the lady serving breakfast was quietly efficient. I hope to return soon. On a practical note, Giovinazzo is close to Bari airport so a perfect location to stay in the event of late arrivals, or early departures.

I havent tried the restaurant, but I hope to remedy this on my next visit.

Good quality old building with good quality rooms, very close to the old town and good restaurants. Good breakfast with great staff who helped in any way possible, very tranquil breakfast room with lots of two tables. The reception staff were all very helpful and recommended very good restaurants, they sorted out any small problems very quickly, were always very friendly and happy to help and give good information about the area.

Lack of a lounge where you could sit, relax, chat and have a drink, they have a sky- bar on the rooftop but was only open at the weekends for drinks from 6pm, lack of sun beds and sitting out areas, they could easily put sun beds and parasols on the rooftop and on the 2nd floor terrace to make good sunbathing and socialising areas. The car parking, although very secure, was a ten minute drive away, the car park owner did come and pick you up and also drove you back to near the hotel, which worked ok, but was sometimes a long wait after the hotel phoned him !

Beautiful old world and charming hotel right on the sea, with a window view overlooking a courtyard and the sea. Location was within a few minutes walking within the lovely historic center. Comfortable beds and nice amenities. Hotel and restaurant staff were so delightful and helpful. Car had to parked off site but pick up and drop off was very easy and quick. Train station was also an easy 10-15 minute walk.

We drove our car there but It was difficult to find. You cannot drive up to it. Better instructions on how to arrive by car would be helpful. That said it was very easy to park our car in the secure site a few minutes away and they arranged quick transport to and from.

Just finished a lovely 4 day break in Giovinazzo. S. Martin Hotel was our base whilst we visited nearby Altamura, Ostuni, Alberobello, Monopoli, and Locorontondo. Giovinazzo is a lovely neighbourhood with great restaurants to dine in every evening. The hotel is an experience in itself and staff are great. We booked rent a car through the hotel and they were spot on with their recommendation. Enza from where we rented the car is a very polite lady and always ready to help. You can park the car in the car hire carpark and Enza or her son will drive you back to the hotel. Will surely visit again.

Almost nothing. Would recommend coffee facilities in the room.

The atmosphere of the hotel located within the 13th monastery walls is charming. The advantage is a large number of publicly accessible terraces and balconies where you can drink coffee or a glass of wine. The reception staff was very nice and helpful. Although there is no restaurant in the hotel, there are many small, charming restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

The problem is finding a parking space near the hotel. The parking lot is quite far from the hotel, but I must admit that the transport from the parking lot to the hotel and from the hotel to the parking lot is organized very well.

This hotel is magical. The staff couldn’t be kinder - they’re helpful and there when you need them but giving you total space and privacy. The building is beautiful with all its history in harmony with modern comfort. There are two incredible terraces with views over the city. In winter, you hear nothing but the wind and the sound of the waves crashing on the shore and then this beautiful rustling as they draw back all the small rocks on the shore. We love this place so much.

nothing. it’s perfect.

A week's stay at the S.Michel hotel was an unforgettable experience. It is an extraordinary place. Located right next to the sea. With a wonderful terrace from which you can admire the panorama of the sea, but also the old town. In addition, an excellent atmosphere and tasty breakfasts with fresh made ricotta and crostini baked on site by Patrycja. The ones with apricots - insane. Patricia! Thank you very much for the recipe. The hotel is in the historic part of Giovinazzo. Lots of great places around for dinner in the evenings. You can't get bored there. The town itself is also an ideal place to explore the surrounding area. Bari, Ostuni, Matera, San Giovanni Rotondo. When we add to this the sun and warm sea, it is hard to imagine a better place. We highly recommend the Hotel S. Michel and Giovinazzo itself.