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See why so many travelers make Palazzo Guido their guest house of choice when visiting Lecce. Providing an ideal mix of luxury, style and comfort, it offers a historical setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Palazzo Guido for an unforgettable experince It’s a wonderful historic residence located in the heart of the historic center of Lecce, and propose stunning Suites and Apartments, Runned by Geltrude Guido, heir of the family owner of the Palazzo, this Boutique Hotel is far from the clichè of traditional luxury: it’s a unique place to feel at home but surrounded by elegance and splendor, ideal for all appassionated travelers. The art of hospitality has been transmitted for generations to Geltrude and now to her staff who, with this mission in mind, proudly boasts a reputation for unparalleled attention to detail. To give guests a unique experience and let them enjoy a traditional noble life int he Palace, all our rates include excellent services: Welcome Drink, Concierge Service, International Breakfast, Complementary Minibar, Free Access to the SPA, the Panoramic Terrace and the Honesty Bar. Nearby landmarks such as Porta Napoli (0.2 mi) and Chiesa di Sant'Irene (0.2 mi) make Palazzo Guido a great place to stay when visiting Lecce. As your “home away from home,” the suites offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. And, as an added convenience, there is street parking spotes not far away. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Centro Storico, Lecce (0.2 mi), Basilica di Santa Croce (0.2 mi), and Museo Faggiano (0.4 mi), which are some popular Lecce attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the BnB. At Palazzo Guido, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Lecce.
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Palazzo Guido is an exceptional place to stay. The staff provides outstanding service, ensuring every detail is carefully attended to. It's location is ideal, and the properties stunning historic architecture creates a unique experience. If you are looking for a blend of elegance and history, Palazzo Guido is perfect, offering a timeless atmosphere that transports you between the 1600s and modern day comforts.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It's true that this noble house has a timeless elegance :) I'm happy that you could appreciate it and that your stay with us was really nice! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your experience! I hope to have you here again, all the best, geltrude
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This elegant palazzo consists of several palatial rooms and apartments serviced by very helpful staff and our gracious and energetic host, Geltrude, whose recommendations and advice made our stay so much more enjoyable.
The location new the main gate of the old city was perfect for us to venture both in the old city and elsewhere to other towns.
Breakfast was included and scrumptious. Lots of choices, including fresh fruits, meats, pastries, cakes and cereals. Delicate and omelets or scrambled fresh eggs filled with local hams, cheese and peppers were made to order each day.
The staff made delicious cocktails every evening and these were served on one or other of several terraces or ornately restored sitting rooms. A range of quality wines are available to buy per bottle or glass.
Beds are very comfortable and facilities including the spa and a variety of massage services of a high standard.
We had a relaxing and delightful stay and thank Geltrude for her dedication and energy in making it so.
Michael and Mary Brisbane, Australia
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 21 Sept 2023
Dear Michale and Mary, your words really move me. Our job is really beutiful but when we meet guests like you it becomes amazing. Your description is very helpful for us, becouse makes us really proud and at the same time, it is also for other potential guests who, crossing fingers, will choose the Palazzo becouse of your attention to details and appracitings. It has been lovely having you here, and, seriusly we miss you. Hope to see you again...here or in Australia ;) I send you lot of love and two big hugs, geltrude
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5 nights in Palazzo Guido was like a romantic step back in time. The palazzo is beautifully preserved, its common rooms all have period furnishings and the array of photos and other objects given them a warm welcoming feel. You truly feel like you are living in a chateau. All rooms and apartments are different. We stayed in the Alcantarine suite, which was absolutely lovely. Service is discreet and courteous. Signora Geltrude is most welcoming. Breakfast was fulsome, with a great variety of torte, cornetti, meats, fruits and jams. Apperitivi are available in the Palazzo, as are other « snacks » should you wish to pre-order them. The Palazzo is located near Porta Napoli, and we were able to easily find free street parking just outside the Porta. Two tips: (I)We had been forewarned by Signora Geltrude that the Alcantarine suite might not be a good choice for light sleepers as it has two beautiful large windows overlooking a piazza, occupied by two restaurants having terraces. On a busy night, it can be noisy (especially clean up time after the restaurants close). Something to keep in mind when booking - other suites have windows on the inner court and are probably more quiet. (II) if you enjoy the beautiful long-standing tradition in Italy of wonderful caffè (read « expresso »), you’ll need to go around the corner « al bar » to get one from a barista. The palazzo serves expresso made from coffee machines that use single dose capsules. That just doesn’t cut it. With those two caveats, I would happily stay at Palazzo Guido on a return trip to Lecce!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 6 Jun 2024
Thank you so much for this amazing and very useful review; I'm sure that the beautiful compliments and the description of the services as well as the habient will be useful to potential customers. I always recommend to contact us before booking as each room is different and has its own peculiarities. Our mission is to give our customers an unforgettable experience, talking together about habits (sleep, space and light) helps to create a perfect stay together. I like to define the Alcatarine Suite for "city people" because as it overlooks a square we can not guarantee silence, as actually for other rooms. Even the observation on the coffee (which almost everyone finds excellent) is very helpful: at Palazzo Guido we offer the unique experience of noble hospitality living in a noble house dated back the 1500s: I wanted to maintain as much of what is home as possible so if from one side we have espresso coffee pods, on the otherside we propose something that bars don't make, such as real American coffee or real moka coffee. I'm happy that you enjoyed staying with us and I really hope to see you again in the future. Every year we improve with some new features, so come visit us soon and discover them! Thanks again for the wonderful review! Best regards, geltrude
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We are retired and love travel but we adore Italy even more!
We have visited Italy 14 times during lifetime but have never enjoyed ourselves or been swept off our feet with such a fantastic. romantic and truly magical place as our experience as staying at Palazzo Guido in the old center city center of Lecce,Italy.
The Palazzo is hosted by the incredible equally magical owner and host, Geltrude Guido.
Ms. Guido, or as she prefers to be called, Geltrude, is a wonderful, and truly charming young woman who I think never sleeps! She is always available to offer suggestions and solve any issues you may have. When she says “I am at your total disposal” she really realty means it! Geltrude gave us her own personal mobile phone number and was in total and complete communication with us even before we arrived.
Geltrude was always around to provide great local restaurant recommendations and gave ongoing help in planning our holiday in Lecce and other nearby cities .
A fantastic customizable Breakfast was included and there is even a stocked mini-bar at no charge. Damiano is not only the server at the breakfast he is a master baker. I’m a bit of a baker myself but he really impressed me when we exchanged recipes on making a crostata. I use double zero floor. So does he but my preserves come from a jar he Makes it from scratch! Everything at breakfast is organic or as they say “biologico”
So if you want to live in a restored palace Palazzo Guido is the place to stay.
It’s difficult to describe the ambiance because it seems you were transported back in time, but with a all the modern conveniences of today’s world and as Americans we loved the great air conditioned bedroom and ultra modern bathroom. It was a heatwave in Lecce and we really appreciated our cool room.
The entree way of the hotel is where, in previous times, you could possibly imagine the horse and carriage would enter and the affluent owner or Royal party would disembark before ascending the stairs to their Royal home.
At this hotel You just get the feeling you are an honored guest at their home.
To add to the our romantic atmosphere is the magical extraordinary authentic organic food.
Geltrude suggested that after our long journey ftom New York, we might want a light bite. I guess in her hotel “light bite” translates to what we would call a gourmet feast! It was fantastic and the breafast was equally a gourmet delight.
We consider ourselves to be foodies and at times difficult to impress. But here at this place We were impressed.
The pastries by Damiano were home-made and delicious and if you come order the mini crostata and apple cake - all made in house. I had a different crostata every day.
It’s really difficult to convey how magical this place is so I hope the attached photos help tell the story.
We’ve never visited the same city or hotel in Italy but this will be our only exception. We hope to return to celebrate a magical and romantic fiftieth year wedding anniversary.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 6 Apr 2023
your beautiful words really explain a lot about our place. Our mission is always satisfying our guests who choose this special place for an unforgettable experince. I do think that your words can help several potential guests to get the good vibes of this place and how much our guest enjoying our pampers as well as all our services. Thank you very much,not only for choosing us but also for having been a perfect testimonial of how much we care about guest's stay. I really hope to meet you again, here or somewere in the world. all the best, geltrude
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I loved my stay at Palazzo Guido! A great location in the old town of Lecce, the hotel has a beautiful charm and guests are made to feel right at home. The owner Geltrude was so welcoming and attentive, providing fabulous recommendations for eating and day trips. Highly recommend a stay in this beautiful hotel!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 20 Jun 2023
thank you very much for these lovely words for our Palazzo and our staff. I'm really happy that yo've enjoy our special place. Sharing your experince here is so important for our business, so truly thank you for your contribute. I hope to see you soon again here at Palazzo, or, why not somewhere in the world ;) thank you again, all the best, geltrude
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A precious jewel located in the heart of Lecce. You enter the majestic entrance door and a warm home atmosphere takes you back to the past, with an ancient style expertly mixed with design elements that enhance its value. Hospitality is the dominant note of the building, as all rooms are at the complete disposal of guests who can relax and enjoy their stay in total relaxation. Don't miss out on a relaxing and invigorating massage.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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Che meraviglia! What a wonderful stay! We are still dreaming. Palazzo Guido is a real hidden gem. This place has a soul and is incredibly charming. As soon as you walk through the door of the Palazzo, you enter a unique atmosphere and you feel at home. With a 5* service, the staff will take care of you like if you were a countess who has lived here forever. The place is confidential and calm, which is very relaxing. Start your day with a delicious breakfast served on porcelain and silverware, and finish it with a tasty cocktail on the Palazzo rooftop with an incredible view on the Church. A huge thanks to the owner Geltrude and to Christina & Antonio for making us feel special.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 29 Jul 2024
The entire staff and I are so proud of your beautiful review...we've achieved our mission: to make you feel at home but surrounded by 5-star services. Palazzo Guido is a special place where you can live the unique experience of living as the nobles did in the past; actually as my family, the Guidos, lived. It was a privilege to pamper you and we can't wait to do it again. Thanks again for sharing your experience at Palazzo. Hoping that many potential guests are inspired by your words (fingers crossed) I send you a big hug, geltrude
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Palazzo Guido is a beautiful boutique hotel in an area of Lecce which is close walking distance to many restaurants, shops, and sights. Our 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom room with living room, dining area and kitchen was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. The hotel has a 24 hour hot tub and sauna which is very relaxing, and a great feature since it’s always available. The common rooms of the Palazzo are beautifully decorated, such as the dining area and reading room. Most important is the customer service during our stay. The staff is wonderful, especially Geltrude the owner. She is on site all day to assist you in anyway possible, such as restaurant reservations and excursions. Geltrude goes out of her way to make every guest feel at home and special. Our stay here was really amazing and we can’t wait to return. If you are traveling to Lecce, do not hesitate to consider your stay here!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 6 Jun 2024
This review is amazing, thank you very much for spending such beutiful words for my Family Palazzo. Thank you for telling all our key bnefits: our idea is to make the guest feel like at home...for this reason for direct reservation we include many services like the unlimited use of the SPA as well as the access to the honesty bar in the night. It has been a real pleasure having yuo here! I really hope to meet you somewhere in the future, or just hosting yuo again ;) Thank you again, I wish you the best, geltrude
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My husband and I (plus a few other couples who were traveling together) stayed at Palazzo Guido in early October for several nights. We were incredibly impressed by the warm and gracious staff and the enchanting accommodations!! Our room was magnificent with a soaring ceiling, two room bathroom and a comfortable king sized bed under an incredible chandelier (the Studio Suite) - it is as good as the pictures. The location is great and walkable to shopping and sights. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and our hats off to Geltrude and the entire staff who took such good care of us!!
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Geltrude Guido, Owner at Palazzo Guido
Responded 8 Dec 2021
Oh Wow! This review moves me and makes me really happy! Thank you It is a real honor to welcome and host wonderful people who choose Lecce as a destination for their holiday and accomplishing our welcoming mission makes me really proud. I'm so glad that Palazzo Guido has lived up to your expectations. Having you and the rest of your group here has been so great! I really hope to see you again in the future... thanks a lot for your beautiful words! All the best, geltrude
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This beautiful Palazzo is kept in an excellent condition but most important was that it has a wonderful taste of a real Palazzo. Different rooms but all in a very aesthetic arrangement. The interior and the staff gave us a joyful feeling for the entire stay. And the landlady was always available to host us with really useful recommendations.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Room Tip:Just enjoy. And if needed - support will be always available.
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Response from Palazzo Guido, Proprietario at Palazzo Guido
Responded 9 Aug 2023
I love this place beacouse it attracs amazing people who apprciate every detail and whom we are more then happy to care about. it's a magical and perfect fit. It has been a real pleasure having you here at Palazzo. Your words will help potential guests to understand how mach love we put on hosting, so thank your from the botton of my hart for sharingin your experience.I really hope to meet you again here, or somewhere in the world. All the best, geltrude
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Palazzo Guido is located in the heart of the historical center in Lecce.Unfortunately, it’s forbidden to
park a car in the historical Centre if you are not a resident. So, after the check-in, it's mandatory to park outside of the old city. There are three different parking areas, 100 metres far aqway from our place.
There are more places to choose from in the Lecce area.
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$690 - $867 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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