The Grand Hotel Riviera is in the picturesque village of Santa Maria al Bagno in the region of Puglia. Surrounded by lush pine forests, it sits on the Gulf of Gallipoli, close to Salento and a 20‑minute drive from the Nature Reserve of Porto Selvaggio. It has three panoramic terraces and two swimming pools with impressive sea views. At the front of the hotel, a flat rocky shore is ideal for swimming and 400 metres south of the hotel there is a white‑sand beach that gently slopes into the sea. In the opposite direction, just 800 metres away, you’ll find the pretty beach of Santa Caterina. The hotel has a restaurant serving both Italian and international fare and guests can enjoy the food here from the large terrace offering sea view. Additionally, there is an American‑style bar with a pianist for further entertainment. There is also an outdoor snack bar for guests to use for refreshments, while the outdoor hot tub is an ideal location to take in the gorgeous weather.

General description:
Only a few steps from the private rocky beach is located the beach hotel Grand Hotel Riviera. At the beach are sun umbrellas and sun loungers free of charge. The city Gallipoli is approx. 8 km away. It is 300 m from the hotel to the nearest bars and restaurants. The following attractions can be reached from the hotel: Gallipoli (approx. 8 km away) and Lecce (approx. 33 km away). For mobility there is a car rental company. Locations further away can be reached via the railway station in a distance of around 9 km. The airport (BDS) is approx. 80 km away. The hotel and airport are linked by a shuttle (for a fee). Another airport (BRI) is located approx. 200 km away.

Amenities:
Recently renovated in 2016, the 4-storey 4-star hotel has 98 rooms, and spread over one main building and one adjoining building. It is equipped with a 24h reception (check-in from 16:00, check-out until 09:00), a lobby, a lift, an air conditioning, a safe (for free) as well as a parking area (for free). For the meals, there are two restaurants. You will be warmly welcomed in both the hotel’s bars. WiFi is available for free. Additionally the hotel has a conference room with a total 180 seats as well as an internet access. Concierge service is free of charge. Room service is available for a fee. The hotel also has a wake up service.

Pool:
In the outdoor area of the hotel you will find 2 pools. Here, there are sun loungers and sun umbrellas for free available.

Sport and Leisure:
Sports and entertainment: Fitness. Bicycle rental. Spa area, whirlpool and massages available for a fee. Child supervision: babysitting (for a fee).

Additional information:
Additional fees may apply for certain facilities, amenities or activities. Some services depend on the local climatic conditions and the season. Languages spoken: English, German and Italian.

Double Standard Room:
With baby cot (for free), minibar (where applicable, for a fee), internet (for free), safe (for free), sat TV and individually adjustable air conditioning.

Double Standard Room (Promotion):
With baby cot (for free), minibar (where applicable, for a fee), internet (for free), safe (for free), sat TV and individually adjustable air conditioning.

SingleUse Standard Room:
With baby cot (for free), minibar (where applicable, for a fee), internet (for free), safe (for free), sat TV and individually adjustable air conditioning.

Superior Room (SeaView):
With baby cot (for free), minibar (where applicable, for a fee), internet (for free), safe (for free), sat TV and individually adjustable air conditioning.

ERRATA:
Tax Payable Locally, type:city tax