Vacation Rentals in Salento

A vacation rental in Lecce? A beautiful holiday apartment in Brindisi? Or would you prefer a stately finca with its own pool in Otranto? The Salento region, which stretches across the peninsula that forms the heel of the Italian boot, is known for its great beaches and many attractions. Whether you prefer traditional Italian or luxurious and elegant - here you will find the right vacation rental for every taste and requirement!

The Solento peninsula stretches over about 100 km in length and 40 km in width, making it Italy's boot heel. The peninsula belongs to the Apulia region and includes the provinces of Lecce and parts of the provinces of Taranto and Brindisi, which are also the three largest cities in the region. Due to its unique location you will not only find typical Italian architecture, but also many influences of the Greek islands - for example the whitewashed flat roof houses in some villages.

Well, the end of the world is not to be found in Santa Maria di Leuca at Punta Ristola, but a long time ago it may have seemed so. At the southernmost point of the boot there are numerous grottos and historical buildings such as the imposing lighthouse and the Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae Basilica right next to it. In addition, Europe's longest aqueduct ends at the Cape - and when its locks are opened and millions of tons of water plunge down the rocks, it is a truly unique natural spectacle.

To the south of the small town of Castro is the Grotta Zinzulusa, nestled in a steep rock face that slopes down to the sea. Already the walk to the grotto becomes a real highlight. The grotto itself leads more than 100 meters into the rock and ends in the impressive cathedral. The underwater part of the grotto is closed to visitors.

Taranto - or Taranto as the Italians call it - lies on the Ionian Sea and is a popular destination for excursions. Of course you will also find one or the other finca or apartment here. But mainly visitors come because of the breathtaking castle Castello Aragonese from the 9th century. Also the Centro Storica, which is situated on an island and can be reached over a bridge, attracts with history: here there are remains of old Greek monuments.

On average, what was the cost for vacation rentals in Salento last year?

Last year, rentals in Salento had an annual average price of around $175 per night.

What time of year offers, on average, the best vacation rental prices in Salento?

If you would like to save the maximum during your vacation to Salento, travel in April ($156 per night on average), May ($160), or November ($161), to find the lowest prices for the whole year.

In which months is it more expensive to rent a vacation rental in Salento?

At the time of booking a vacation rental in Salento, the highest prices can usually be seen in the month of August (with an average of $225 per night), followed by July ($201), and then January ($179).

Is Salento a good location for a last-minute getaway?

When planning a vacation to Salento, it is necessary to think ahead as 58% of rentals are usually booked, according to last year's data.

When are more vacation rentals available?

The months when it's easiest to find available accommodation in Salento are May (the average amount of properties that are free reached 60% of the total last year), October (53%), and April (52%).

When are fewer rentals available in Salento?

According to data from last year, the months when it is most difficult to find accommodation in Salento are, in order, August (with 11% of available rentals), July (24%), and January (36%).

Are there many rentals in Salento?

Our catalog features around 20,000 vacation rentals from 78 partners, giving you plenty of choices when searching for your next dream vacation rental!