The hype
Guests are blown away by the view and location but consistently complain about the tiny bathroom and dangerous stairs.
Finisterre Casa di mare
$200-350 / noite
Reservar se You want the single most famous view in Puglia from your private balcony and don't care about steep stairs or a cramped bathroom.
Por Que As Pessoas Adoram
- The balcony hangs directly over Lama Monachile beach (the postcard shot)
- Located inside the historic center's pedestrian zone
- Split-level loft design feels like a local home, not a hotel
Resumo Rápido: You are paying for the balcony and the Instagram shot; the apartment itself is a quirky, slightly uncomfortable historic cave with a toilet inside the shower.
Revisado por @stephmylifetravel: I stayed at Finisterre Casa di mare and the view from my balcony was absolutely insane. Waking up to the sight of Lama Monachile and watching the sunset turn the town pink was the highlight of my trip. Worth it for the location alone.
Hóspedes Que Ficaram Aqui Disseram
Reality check
The 'romantic' loft bedroom has a low ceiling (6ft+ guests can't stand up straight) and the AC unit is loud.
- Your primary goal is a private sunset aperitivo overlooking the famous cove
- You are a couple with light luggage and good knees
- You want to be steps away from the best restaurants and cliff diving spots
Limpeza e Manutenção
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally clean upon arrival, but no daily housekeeping service (it's an apartment).
- Bathroom hygiene: Spotless but cramped; the 'wet room' design makes it hard to keep dry.
- Maintenance: Some complaints about 'superficial' renovations and peeling paint.
- Linens & towels: Fresh linens provided, but towels can be worn and no beach towels are included.
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though some winter guests noted a cold/damp feel.
Sleepability™
6MODERADO
0-4BARULHENTO
4-7.5MODERADO
7.5-10SILENCIOSO
- Crowds at Lama Monachile beach directly below
- Loud air conditioning unit
- Street noise entering through wall vents
Antes de reservar
Bom saber
- Check-in is by appointment; communicate your arrival time clearly to the host.
- The kitchen has a coffee machine but no kettle for tea drinkers.
- Heating can be insufficient in winter months (January/February).
O que levar
- Earplugs for the street noise and AC hum
- Backpack instead of rolling suitcase (cobblestones + steep stairs)
- Beach towels (none provided)
Room Genie
Melhores escolhas
- Finisterre is a single standalone apartment unit, so there is no choice to make.
Quartos a evitar
- N/A - Single unit property.
Room Request Genie – copiar e colar
“Hi Vito, we are booking Finisterre specifically for the balcony view. Please confirm if the AC unit has been serviced recently to reduce noise, as we are light sleepers.”
FAQ e dicas ocultas
Tudo o que você realmente quer saber antes de reservar.
Is there parking?
No. You must use public parking like 'San Francesco' (paid, chaotic) or 'Pugliamare' (guarded, shuttle available) about 10-15 mins away.
Is the bathroom really that bad?
Yes. It is a 'pokey' space where the toilet is effectively inside the shower area. Functional but not luxurious.
How many stairs are there?
A steep flight to enter the apartment, plus an internal staircase to reach the loft bedroom.
Is it private?
Mostly, but the balcony overlooks a very public beach, so thousands of people can see you if you're out there.
Is there breakfast?
No, it is a self-catering apartment. However, there is a kitchenette with a fridge and coffee maker.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, the property is listed as pet-friendly, but confirm weight limits with the host first.
Dicas de Insiders
- ✨
The 'Pugliamare' parking lot in San Vito offers a shuttle to the center—much less stress than fighting for a blue line spot.
- ✨
The loft bedroom gets hot; crank the AC early in the evening.
- ✨
The balcony is small; it fits two people and a bottle of wine, but not much else.
5 coisas que deve saber antes de partir
💡The 'hole in the wall' for the AC installation is a major sound leak.
💡You can't stand up fully in the bedroom if you are tall.
💡The toilet gets wet when you shower.
💡There are no beach towels provided despite being named 'Casa di mare'.
💡The decor is described by some as 'cheap 1970s hotel' style, contrasting with the historic exterior.
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