The Thalasso centre is compact, but houses a heated seawater pool, Finnish sauna, steam room, 8 treatment rooms dedicated to thalasso (wraps and such), Vichy-massages and jet showers, 14 regular treatment rooms, a relaxation area and Kneipp pools.

• Golf: an 18-hole golf course wraps around the hotel
• Water sports (during summer period only; additional fee applies)
• 2 tennis courts
• Fitness centre with Technogym equipment (70m2)

There are four restaurants at the resort: Il Fico (open year-round), San Domenico (Winter), Al Fresco and San Domenico a Mare (Summer). Each has a unique ambiance; from elegant 18th century dining hall to al fresco dining by the pool or beach.

A ‘Wellbeing Consultation’ with Doctor Agostino Grassi will give you a personalised healthy nutrition programme to follow based on your body and lifestyle. The next level of consultation is more extensive: in the ‘Biologic Nutritional Consultation’, the doctor will assess your current diet and evaluate your body and metabolism. Dr Grassi devises the plans around your health objectives.

• The olive oil produced from the resort’s own olive groves
• The passionate chef and his light, healthy creations - sublime!
• The town of Alberobello: UNESCO heritage site famous for its traditional trulli houses with conical roofs. Not to be missed if you’re in the area!
• In this part of Italy, the weather is good all year round. The temperatures stay high until November. Perfect for an autumn break!

• The resort is driving distance from Lecce, one of Italy’s most beautiful cities, full of theatrical baroque architecture. Hiring a car is certainly worthwhile
• The two private beaches are easily accessible by hotel shuttle or on foot, via the olive grove trail. The San Domenico a mare beach is exclusive to Masseria San Domenico guests. La Fonte beach is shared with guests staying at Borgo Egnazia, where children are permitted and may, as such, play on this beach
• Children below the age of 12 years old will not be allowed in the hotel