Patria Palace
A stay at the Patria Palace Hotel in Lecce is an immersion into history, elegance, and timeless Italian charm. Housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century palazzo, this refined hotel enjoys a privileged location in the heart of the city, directly facing the magnificent Santa Croce Church—one of the most iconic landmarks of Lecce’s Baroque splendour.
About This Hotel
Surrounded by historic palaces, lively squares, beautiful churches, and charming alleys, the Patria Palace is the perfect base for discovering the city’s architectural beauty, vibrant culture, and rich traditions. Step outside, and you’ll find yourself enveloped in the warm hues of Lecce’s Pietra Leccese stone, while the sounds of daily life—cafés buzzing, local artisans at work, and distant church bells—create an atmosphere that is both lively and enchanting. Inside, the hotel’s art deco-style rooms each room and suite is uniquely designed, reflecting the palace’s historical architecture and offering views of the Basilica of Santa Croce or the charming city alleys. Each room features a marble bathroom, elegant furnishings and refined details that enhance the hotel’s timeless appeal. Patria Palace Hotel features an elegant restaurant offering a refined dining experience inspired by Apulian traditions. Located within the historic 18th-century palazzo, the restaurant blends flavours of the region with contemporary culinary creativity allowing you to savour expertly crafted dishes made with fresh, local ingredients, including seafood from the Adriatic, handmade pastas, and regional delicacies like orecchiette with turnip greens and burrata cheese. Whether you’re strolling through Lecce’s atmospheric streets, indulging in local specialties like pasticciotto and rustico leccese, or simply admiring the interplay of light and shadow on the city’s Baroque façades, the Patria Palace Hotel offers an unforgettable stay in one of Italy’s most beautiful and culturally rich destinations.
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- A complimentary welcome drink on arrival
- Complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability)
- Early check-in and late check-out, where available
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Roman Theatre (Teatro Romano)
Augustan Roman theater with an adjacent museum housing artifacts discovered at the site
Lecce Cathedral (Duomo di Lecce or Catedral de la Asunción de Santa María)
Multiple chapels compose this ancient cathedral with an elaborate façade and a bell tower
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