"Steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce, entering this historic palazzo feels like slipping into an atmospheric hush; the courtyard and subterranean wellness space are arresting, and the Fiermonte family’s sensitive restorations—especially the high‑ceilinged piano nobile rooms—showcase a refined eye for color, proportion and the property’s rich history, making it a deeply Leccese and intimate place to stay." - Liam Hess