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Boasting a garden and views of city, ART TO DESIGN B&B is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Lecce, 1.1 km from Piazza Mazzini. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet, slippers and a desk. Each unit has a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms include a patio and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and lounge. A bicycle rental service is available at the bed and breakfast. Popular points of interest near ART TO DESIGN B&B include Sant' Oronzo Square, Lecce Train Station and Lecce Cathedral. The nearest airport is Brindisi - Salento, 42 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Lecce, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

Private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Lecce
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  • Nancy
    Canada Canada
    room included a great breakfast at a nearby cafe; hosts were very helpful with restaurants, day trips, things to see in Lecce; overall fantastic experience.
  • Carol
    United States United States
    Alessandro went WAY above and beyond to get us a reservation at a restaurant we wanted to eat at but couldn’t get through to. He called and called and when there was no answer, actually rode over on his bicycle to the restaurant to personally make...
  • Emir
    Ireland Ireland
    Nicolò is the best host ever really. He made us feel welcome from the first minute and helped with everything from recommendations in Lecce to beach bookings, the room details, etc. The house is so elegantly decorated and has all the comforts you...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Alessandro Maria Betocchi

9.8
9.8
Host review score
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Alessandro Maria Betocchi
Since July 2017 we are in the beautiful city of Lecce, with a refined B&B in the heart of the historic center, just a few steps from Porta San Biagio. In this place, art and design color and furnish environments according to our philosophy of well-being. In this small home of the 1500's, warm and welcoming atmosphere, we offer the comfort of two fully furnished suites designed for relaxation of mind and spirit, between art and design; an invitation to the pleasant discovery of the unique baroque city in Italy: Lecce. The attention to detail and the originality of the spaces characterize this small palace overlooking the church of San Nicolò. Breakfast is served at two steps in the historic ASTORIA caffé of Porta San Biagio under a fresh acacias hat with a choice of local and vegan pastries, smoothies, centrifuges, cold and hot drinks and the typical ice coffee. For the lovers of excellent Italian pastry, there is the chance to have the breakfast at the PASTICCERIA PINTI in front of the caffé ASTORIA. Check-in: from 2.30 pm. to 7.00 pm. on the day of arrival. THE ARRIVAL TIME CONFIRMATION IS STRICTLY REQUIRED 24H BEFORE YOUR CHECK-IN SINCE WE DON'T HAVE AN ONGOING CONCIERGE
After my law studies, I work from mre then 20 years as a sales/marketing consultant for important companies in the fashion market, where I've build up a specialization in the luxury segment. After managing for 10 years my own ART TO DESIGN gallery opened together with my boyfriend Nicolò Riguzzi in the center of Bologna, in April 2017 we moved to the beautiful city of Lecce to live the magic of Salento's Baroque and to dedicate ourself to our new B&B activity.
Our property is about 8 km from the beautiful beaches of Cesine on the Adriatic coast where the WWF oasis is located. Based on customer needs, we organize guided tours of the city and of Salento, to offer suggestions and trails among the most fascinating of this region. Lecce, in Puglia, is one of the most beautiful art cities in the Italian South. Known as "the Florence of the South", Lecce can surprise and fascinate tourists and visitors. Its ancient Messapic origins and the archaeological remains of Roman domination blend in fact with the richness and exuberance of the baroque, typically seventeenth century, of churches and palaces in the center. In this beautiful city you can easily walk on foot, along the streets and small streets and vikings rich in surprises: monuments, portals of the sixteenth century, effigies, bas-reliefs, engravings etc. Walking around this city is definitely the best way to discover all its secret corners, but also the bicycle is a valid ally for knowledge of so much beauty.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of ART TO DESIGN B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 20 per day.
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    ART TO DESIGN B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:30 to 19:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa CartaSi American Express Cash is not accepted ART TO DESIGN B&B accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform ART TO DESIGN B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    License number: LE07503561000018062

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about ART TO DESIGN B&B

    • The prices at ART TO DESIGN B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • ART TO DESIGN B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Temporary art galleries
      • Bicycle rental

    • Room options at ART TO DESIGN B&B include:

      • Double

    • ART TO DESIGN B&B is 600 yards from the centre of Lecce. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at ART TO DESIGN B&B is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.