The Best Hotels in Gelso, Polignano a Mare - 2026 Updated Prices

A coastal town with historic stone buildings perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.

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Where to stay in Gelso

Find the best Gelso areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A crowded beach with people under umbrellas, rocky cliffs, and white buildings along the coastline.

Pozziglioni

Pozziglioni might not have many top sights, but Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A rocky coastline with a beach, buildings, and a bridge.

Historic Center

When in Historic Center, you can plan a visit to Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Macello

While Macello isn't home to many top sights, Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are some notable places to visit nearby.

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San Vito

While visiting San Vito, you might make a stop by sights like San Vito Beach and Porto Cavallo Beach.

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Top Gelso Hotel Reviews

Cala Ponte, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and staff, only downside was gym was small and in the basement. Although there was a bar by the pool (the only one outside) it closed at 7pm - it would be nice to be able to have a drink outside in the evening."

Borgo Egnazia

8/10 Good

"This Hotel is both outstanding in some respects and has negatives in other respects. We had one of the villas. We were not told that our villa was up the stairs. We were there in June with 90 degrees temperature, and had to walk several minutes outside and then climb the stairs in the heat. Its location is also away from practically everything and there are no simple transportation to get around. Don’t be fooled by the Uber App. It works but there are no Uber drivers to accept your request. Their Beach Club and sanding beaches are nice. Then again you have to wait for the shuttle for up to 20 minutes for the ride to the Beach Club."

CDSHotels Pietrablu Resort & SPA

8/10 Good

"This property was well maintained and clean, very quiet very relaxing. We didn't use the pool but there is a regular size pool. We had breakfast included and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Food was good and had multiple options. The beach was pretty but it has a lots of rocks, still easy to swim and plenty of lounge chairs to use. Great location if you have a car, a few minutes away from polignano a mare, monopoli and Bari. Include parking but also offers a free shuttle bus for near by towns. Great view of the ocean, I would come back to this place again."

Palazzo Indelli

10/10 Excellent

"Great property in a super easy, convenient location! Walk right out the door into the square filled with cafes & shops! We paid to park in the private garage & Vito took us everyday to retrieve it & back it out of the right space. He was amazing. A good continental breakfast…but if you get there late they don’t seem to replenish once items are gone, so get there earlier than later. Front desk staff were very nice & spoke good English which was helpful of course."

Barion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"View & ease of entry to the hotel was really why I rated this so high. The front desk & restaurant staff were good & professional. Free parking onsite, which always a bonus (poorly maintained areas). We ate in the restaurant for dinner & breakfast. The food was tasteful, but the servers & atmosphere are very flat & lifeless."

Torre Cintola Greenblu Sea Emotions

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at Torre Cintola Greenblu Sea Emotions with our 2-year-old. The resort has a lovely peaceful setting right by the sea, with excellent pools (lncluding a large children pool area), spacious green gardens, and a relaxing natural atmosphere that made it easy to unwind. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout. Especially the high level of care after I was bitten by a camel during a day trip to Zoosafari. Dr Alessandro Bifulco from the Vesuvius was exceptional — calm, professional, and incredibly skilled. He provided thorough medical care, which prevented us from needing multiple hospital visits. His kindness and competence turned a worrying moment into something manageable, and we are so grateful to him. The resort is very family-friendly, with comfortable rooms and a welcoming vibe that suited us perfectly. We really appreciated the seafront location, beautiful pools, and relaxing environment. Torre Cintola is a great choice in Puglia. We felt well looked after the whole time and would happily return. A big thank you to the team, especially the magnifico Dr Alessandro Bifulco for his outstanding help!"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gelso?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Polignano a Mare's Gelso neighbourhood. Are you looking for Gelso travel tips? Make sure that you visit Statue of Domenico Modugno and Lama Monachile Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Gelso?

Based on our traveller data, Covo dei Saraceni is one of the top choices for your stay in Gelso. This hotel is steps from Lama Monachile Beach, and offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Suite 10 - Home, Design & Spa and Dimore del Malù.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Gelso area?

Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodation options in Gelso to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Polignano a Mare area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gelso, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Gelso.

What can I see and do in this Polignano a Mare neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Gelso are Statue of Domenico Modugno and Lama Monachile Beach. When you're sightseeing in Polignano a Mare, Cala Paura Beach and Grotta Palazzese are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Gelso hotels

Covo dei Saraceni

Musae In Lama

Dimore del Malù

Suite 10 - Home, Design & Spa

Dimora Grottone

Da Riva Apartment

Elisea Your City Escape

Da Riva Suite&Pool

B&B Nel Blu

Spazio Origine

Cala Ponte, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Nina Trulli Resort

Borgo San Marco

Borgo Dei Lecci Puglia

Borgo Egnazia

Bambarone L'Agriturismo

Ottolire Resort

Masseria Torre Coccaro

San Lorenzo Boutique Hotel & SPA

San Tommaso

Where to stay in Gelso

Pozziglioni

Historic Center

Macello

San Vito

Top Gelso Hotel Reviews

Cala Ponte, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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