Fiore Hotel Masseria
Designer former fort — rustic-luxe masseria with an eclectic mix of historical artifacts and contemporary interiors. Calm, unhurried and genuinely family-run.
Ask owner Mariana Giannone for her hand-annotated map of Pisticci — she's marked the best antique shop, cheese spots and local cafés
Why It Matters
One of the very few upscale options in Basilicata, and likely the best. The Giannone family built it with their own history in mind — the suites incorporate symbolic details referencing the Ottoman invasions and local farming life. The restaurant sources hyper-locally, including ricotta from a sixth-generation local cheesemaker. Tablet Hotels member. Featured in the New York Times.
A 16th-century fortified farmhouse turned 13-suite boutique hotel, sitting on a hill in deepest Basilicata with views toward the Ionian Sea and the hilltown of Pisticci. Originally built as a military outpost against Turkish invasions, it was bought by the Canadian-Italian Giannone family and lovingly converted. What started as a family vacation home became something much better. Every suite is different, decorated with antiques and regional artifacts — cow bells, antique keys, stirrups hung from stable walls — alongside contemporary design pieces. It's relaxed, it's personal, and there is nowhere else quite like it in southern Italy.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Classic Room
From EUR240 / nightA spacious bedroom with a king-sized bed and an en-suite marble bathroom with a shower for two. Air conditioning, mini-bar, WiFi, cordless phone, alarm clock radio and iPod/iPhone dock included. Buffet breakfast is included in the rate.
1 king-sizedDeluxe Room
From EUR260 / nightLarger than the Classic, this room adds an 'angolo relax' sitting area and a luxurious 2-person shower bathroom. LCD flat-screen TV with Sky Hotel channels, mini-bar, WiFi. Some rooms have beds that split into two singles. Buffet breakfast included.
1 king-sized or queen-sized (separable into two singles in select rooms)Junior Suite
From EUR310 / nightA separate sleeping area plus a living room with sofa bed. Select suites feature a freestanding Antonio Lupi bathtub. High ceilings, marble bathrooms, flat-screen TV. The chapel suite (Suite 8) retains a subtle religious theme. Buffet breakfast included.
1 king-sized or queen-sized (separable into two singles), plus sofa bed in living areaStalla Suite
From EUR390 / nightAccessed from a beautifully landscaped and furnished courtyard called the 'mangiatoia'. Super high ceilings. Main floor master bedroom has a king-sized bed and a freestanding Antonio Lupi bathtub. Upper loft sleeps additional guests. Stirrups hung from the walls are a nod to the stables this space once was. Sleeps up to five with its own outdoor seating area. Buffet breakfast included.
King-sized on main floor plus upper loft with single and double bedsSuperior Suite
From EUR460 / nightA large ground-floor suite with two separate bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed and an en-suite with an oversized shower and bidet. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed that can split into two singles. Buffet breakfast included.
1 king-sized + 1 queen-sized (2 separate bedrooms)
Torre Suite
From EUR500 / nightThe top-of-the-house pick. A second-level panoramic suite inside the tower itself, with 360-degree views taking in the Ionian Sea, the pool, the valley, Pisticci and the surrounding countryside. Two separate bedrooms, the master with a king-sized bed, freestanding Antonio Lupi bathtub, open rain shower, and balcony/terrace. Second bedroom has a queen-sized bed (separable into two singles). Central living room with sofa bed, a former 'cucina' dining area, and three flat-screen TVs. Four turrets and two terraces. Buffet breakfast included.
1 king-sized + 1 queen-sized (2 separate bedrooms), sofa bed available · 110 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Bicycles available to rent on site for exploring the local countryside.
Stables are located directly across the street from Torre Fiore. Hotel can facilitate bookings for exploring the surrounding valley and countryside on horseback.
The hotel's chef leads hands-on cooking demonstrations and classes focused on authentic Basilicatan cuisine. A genuine introduction to the region's food traditions — rated as a highlight by repeat guests and listed as a signature experience on Mr & Mrs Smith.
Staff will plan full or half-day itineraries to nearby sites including Matera (UNESCO World Heritage cave city, 50 min away), Craco ghost town, the Volo dell'Angelo zipline between Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, the Tavole Palatine Greek ruins, and the Metaponto Archaeological Museum. Golf, sailing and hiking can also be arranged.
The hotel runs shuttles to the Ionian coast beaches, about 15–20 minutes away. Staff can arrange reservations at a private lido at Marina di Pisticci on request. Policoro beach is about 30 minutes away and has a seafront promenade.
Hotel can arrange the famous Volo dell'Angelo zipline connecting the hilltop villages of Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa at 120km/h. About 40 minutes from the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site wine cellar stocked with Basilicatan regional wines. Guests can also try Amaro Lucano, the local Pisticci liqueur, at the restaurant.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi in all rooms and common areas. Note: cell signal is effectively zero in this location — the hotel WiFi is the only reliable connectivity.
360-degree virtual tour of the property available on the official website.
Complimentary buffet breakfast included in all room rates, served 8–10am in Il Patio restaurant. Highlights include ricotta made by a sixth-generation local cheesemaker.
All rooms stocked with Fragonard courtesy kits, plus bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.
Free private self-parking on site. Valet parking also available.
U-shaped outdoor infinity pool with a waterfall and views toward the Ionian Sea and Lucanian hills. Heated during peak season (not heated in April, May and October). Sun loungers, umbrellas and pool towels provided. Children's paddling pool also on site.
Available 8–10am, 1–2:30pm and 8–10:30pm. Guests can order anything from the daily restaurant menu for just €5 per couple delivered to the suite.
Dry cleaning, laundry and ironing available for a surcharge.
24-hour front desk with multilingual staff. Concierge services including regional itinerary planning, restaurant reservations, and beach lido bookings.
Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge. Guests must contact the hotel with arrival details before travel. A Navetta bus also runs twice daily from Bari airport to a stop 10 minutes from the hotel.
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