"We had a wonderful stay here whilst attending a wedding nearby. The owners were so flexible and kind and helpful, and the room itself was brilliant with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bed, dressing gowns, air con - just everything you could need. Perfect location too. Which we’d stayed longer."

"We were excited to stay at Palais Gentile based on the reviews and photos, but we had no idea what Matino would be like. Carolina and Aurelian were wonderful and adorable hosts. Our rooms were scattered over three buildings, all right near each other. Rooms were generous in size and charming classic Puglia style. A lot of stairs to some rooms and to the rooftop terrace, so be aware though was not an issue for us. The terrace was gorgeous and breakfast there was delightful, and we took advantage of it for pre dinner aperitivo as well. We were celebrating a couple of birthdays and could not have had a better day based on their recommendations. Beach day at Le Cinque Vele, a club about 45 minute drive in Santa Maria de Leuca. Just fantastic, on the Salento coast known as the Maldives of the Salento. Just a dream, a very luxurious club, the water was incredible. Super table service at our beach chairs, best birthday day ever!! We had lunch there, very good and fun, Carolina and Aurelian surprised us by having a cake sent to our table — talk about thoughtful!! Fresh fig and cream cake!!! Just a fabulous fabulous day. When we returned to Palais Gentile they had birthday balloons in our room. Aperitivo and Dinner was next door at Foscolo, hip and beautiful restaurant and cocktail bar. What a gem. They also referred us to a private captain for a sail boat outing again in Santa Maria de Leuca. Great way to pass a day!! Matino is small but you learn to appreciate its charms. By the time we were leaving, we had come to love Matino. Super people, Foscolo, a few other good restaurants, just a chill little town with some beautiful quality homes and delightful little streets. The Yeast Photography exhibit in town was the icing on the cake. We loved and appreciated our stay at Palais Gentile and in Matino!! Grazie mille Carolina and Aurelian!!"