Bari, the capital of the Apulia region of Italy, dates back to the Roman Empire in the 3rd Century BC. Located in Southern Italy on the mainland and off the Adriatic Sea, it's known as a university city and culture center for Italy. Bari has many hotels within the city limits, including properties that offer plenty of old-world charm.
Since its inception in 1956, the Palace Hotel has prided itself in providing luxurious accommodations in downtown Bari, offering guests a convenient locale amidst the historic city. All 185 rooms feature a storable third bed, balcony, wireless Internet and views of downtown. The hotel offers accommodations such as a fitness center, courtesy car service, privately owned beaches and childcare services. Less than one mile from the shores of the Adriatic Sea, Cathedral of Bari, Normanno-Svevo Castello and Prefeturra of Bari, it's within walking distance of some of the city’s key landmarks.
The Bed and Breakfast Battaglini is located in the eastern section of Bari, less than 1,000 feet to the Adriatic Sea. All rooms feature original artwork from local artists, views of downtown, wireless Internet and closet space; they were remodeled in 2009. Featuring a complimentary breakfast and a private outdoor seating, this Bed and Breakfast is within walking distance to key locales such as The Stuart Pub, Institute of Germoplasma Consiglio Nazionale Delle Ricerche (A Research University in downtown Bari) and Ambasciatori Movie Theater.
The Hotel Moderno, a boutique hotel established in 1931, features room amenities such as mini kitchens, city views, wireless Internet service and private bathrooms with Italian tiling. The hotel also offers full-size apartment suites that are good for extended stays. One block away from the University of Bari, 2,500 feet away from the beach and only 10 blocks away from the famous opera and theatre house Teatro Petruzzelli, the Hotel Moderno's is centrally located in the city.
The Mercure Villa Romanazzi Carducci in Bari is a 123-room hotel situated in the city center in the middle of an historic park. The hotel features a swimming pool, manicured gardens and walking paths. The sauna, gym, Jacuzzi bath and fitness center are available to all hotel guests. All rooms feature openable windows, downtown views, a safety deposit box, and wireless Internet, and all bathrooms feature a bidet and full-size bathtub.
