Our recommended beaches between Monopoli, Capitolo and Savelletri

The closest sea to Putignano lies along the Monopoli coast, where sandy beaches, rocky coves and beach clubs alternate just a few kilometres apart.

We have selected a few places, about 30 minutes from our suites, that we recommend to our guests for quality of experience, accessibility and atmosphere, to help you choose the sea that best suits your way of living Puglia.

For families and children

Hotel Lido Torre Egnazia – Capitolo

Mood:comfortable and welcoming, with a sea suited to children.Booking:recommended on summer weekends.

Sabbiadoro Luxury Beach – Capitolo

Mood:well-kept and comfortable, ideal for a relaxing day with full facilities.Booking:recommended in advance.

Cala Paradiso

Mood:lively and family-friendly, with a sandy beach and full facilities.Booking:recommended in high season.

Archeolido

Mood:simple and authentic, perfect for families.
Booking:recommended on summer weekends.

Cala Masciola

Mood:relaxed and elegant, with a good balance of comfort and informal atmosphere.
Booking:recommended for sun loungers and the restaurant.

Tamerici Beach Club

Mood:elegant and well-kept, with kids’ and teens’ entertainment service.
Booking:recommended, especially in high season.

T Beach

Mood:simple and family-friendly, a long sandy beach in the Capitolo area.
Booking:recommended on summer weekends.

Kamaya

Mood:well-kept and versatile, suited to families, couples and groups of friends.
Booking:recommended in high season.

Lido Ottagono

Mood:historic and iconic — Savelletri’s famous “orange lido”.
Booking:recommended on weekends and in high season.

For couples

Lido Santo Stefano Beach Club 

Mood:romantic and evocative, overlooking one of the coast’s most beautiful bays.
Booking:recommended, especially in July and August.

Lido Bambù 

Mood:elegant and contemporary, perfect for a day of sea, refined cuisine and sunset aperitivi.
Booking:recommended a few days ahead on weekends and in high season.

Lido Calderisi

Mood:exclusive and relaxed, ideal for those seeking privacy and comfort.Booking:strongly recommended.

Macramè

Mood:refined yet informal, with a contemporary Mediterranean atmosphere.
Booking:recommended on weekends and throughout high season.

Cala Verde(caletta con scogli non attrezzata)

Mood:authentic and natural, ideal for lovers of the sea and rocky shores.
Booking:not necessary.

Cala Cimì

Mood:refined and music-driven, a sea club & sound with an essential seafood kitchen and a curated soundtrack.
Booking:recommended, especially in the evening.

The Sanctuary

Mood:bohemian-chic and exclusive, a Bali/Tulum-inspired atmosphere with DJ sets and curated sunsets.
Booking:strongly recommended.

Coves (small coastal inlets or bays, with a narrow entrance and sheltered waters)

Cala Tre Buchi 

Mood:wild and authentic.Booking:not necessary.

Porto Ghiacciolo

Mood:one of the most scenic bays on the coast.Booking:not necessary for the free beach.

Cala Sottile

Mood:quiet and intimate.Booking:not necessary.

Porto Rosso

Mood:lively and popular with locals.Booking:not necessary.

Porto Bianco

Mood:more intimate and relaxed.Booking:not necessary.

Calamarena

Mood:a scenic, wild cove popular with locals; rocky sea access, not ideal for small children.
Booking:recommended on summer weekends.

How it works:
The coves don’t require booking, but they have no facilities; we recommend arriving early (by 9:00) to find a spot and parking.

Photo: Mauro De Luca

Practical tips

In high season (July and August) it’s best to book in advance via theSpiagge.itandCocoBuk apps, especially on weekends.

FAQ

The main beaches along the Puglia coast are within a 30-minute drive of Putignano. Polignano a Mare and Monopoli are among the closest and most easily reached.

We’ve selected a range of beaches, coves and beach clubs easily reached from Putignano — from the rocky coves of Polignano a Mare to the wider beaches of Monopoli and Torre Canne — with practical tips to help you choose the option that best suits your needs.

Yes, our selection also includes equipped beach clubs along the Adriatic coast, ideal for those looking for facilities and comfort right on the beach.

Yes, the recommended beaches are mainly reached by car. For organised excursions or e-bike tours to the coast, we can put you in touch with our local partners.