Borgo San Marco

“A superb holiday in Borgo San Marco”

Borgo San Marco is within easy reach of Bari or Brindisi airports. It is surrounded by olive trees and an ancient wall. The first six nights of our stay were in the wonderful apartment ‘La Isola Piccola’ which is located in the middle of an olive grove - this was absolutely perfect to unwind in al… more

Borgo San Marco is within easy reach of Bari or Brindisi airports. It is surrounded by olive trees and an ancient wall. The first six nights of our stay were in the wonderful apartment ‘La Isola Piccola’ which is located in the middle of an olive grove - this was absolutely perfect to unwind in almost complete isolation. We spent the last two nights in the magnificent apartment ‘Cavaliere’, which is part of the main historic house. We arrived at Borgo San Marco as guests, but we left as firm friends. The staff were amazing and all deserve special mention (Carmen, Lucrezia, Rosanna, Ilaria, Giusy, Natasha, Vito, Gianmario & Fernando). We didn’t meet the kitchen staff, but we can say that the food they produced and the hospitality that we enjoyed throughout our stay was absolutely superb, whether it was breakfast, lunch or dinner. We have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Borgo San Marco very highly indeed to all who read this review. It was a superb holiday and within reach of so many beautiful places in Puglia. We will definitely return.

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“Nice stay in a beautiful borgo”

We stayed here for 3 nights; its a good way to explore this part of Puglia. The Borgo is well maintained and the rooms are in style and cool. The pool is divine! We have two young kids but I noticed the borgo is mainly visited by couples which is fine but if you are looking for kids distraction, th… more

We stayed here for 3 nights; its a good way to explore this part of Puglia. The Borgo is well maintained and the rooms are in style and cool. The pool is divine! We have two young kids but I noticed the borgo is mainly visited by couples which is fine but if you are looking for kids distraction, there is just the pool! The breakfast is good and we enjoyed lunch here once which was homemade and delicious!

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“Not 5*”

Not what we expected- we were in accommodation described as a “junior suite 200m from main building.” This is a cave like building consisting of 2 small beds, a sink, kettle and coffee making machine in the first part. Then a double bed and TV followed by a shower, toilet and sink. Literally one … more

Not what we expected- we were in accommodation described as a “junior suite 200m from main building.” This is a cave like building consisting of 2 small beds, a sink, kettle and coffee making machine in the first part. Then a double bed and TV followed by a shower, toilet and sink. Literally one long room with nowhere to sit and absolutely nothing to call luxury. Certainly not what I call a suite.The whole building was very cold and an extra blanket was provided when requested. The outside space was in need of a good clean and on the edge of a quarry so not at all picturesque. To walk to the main building was very rough territory and no lights at night - I did mention this to the receptionist who said she would look into it. The pool is fine for children but as it is very shallow really not for swimming. We ate in the restaurant one night of our 4 night stay and for €50 per person found it rather expensive. You can only eat from 830-900pm so everyone arrives together. There is nowhere nearby to eat so you need to drive to find alternative eating places. Breakfast was adequate but nothing special and the same every morning. The one redeeming feature is the staff who are very polite and friendly but I feel this really is not 5*accommodation. Luckily the rest of our Puglia accommodation was much more comfortable. My feelings are the “junior suite” needs some TLC to meet the 5* description. However I appreciate that we all have different standards - just not for us.

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