Palazzo Margherita
Bernalda Coppola-Restored Palazzo 19th Century Relic
Palazzo Margherita was once a crumbling 19th-century relic, but while re-discovering its roots in the hilltop town of Bernalda in the 15th century, Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola pledged to restore the declining building to its former glory. Guests can dine in the eat-in kitchen or in the courtyard to encourage a home-away from home atmosphere. Food is local and it|s shockingly simple. Home-fired pizzas are available at night. The nine-room hideaway is set between Puglia, Calabria, Campania and the Ionian Sea in Bernalda, in eastern Basilicata, a somewhat remote, underserved, beautiful region in southern Italy. Bernalda is also Mr. Coppola's paternal grandfather's hometown. This luxury boutique hotel is set in the freshly stuccoed walls of a villa restored by local artisans working with French architect Jacques Grange.
Hilltop Hideaway Between Four Regions
This nine-room hideaway is set in Bernalda, eastern Basilicata. The location rests between Puglia, Calabria, Campania, and the Ionian Sea. It is situated in the hilltop town that houses Mr. Coppola's paternal grandfather's origins.
19th-Century Relic Refined by French Design
A crumbling 19th-century structure was meticulously restored by local artisans alongside French architect Jacques Grange. The freshly stuccoed walls now house this 3.5-star boutique property. The restoration honored the building’s roots dating back to the 15th century.
Communal Dining and Wood-Fired Evening Fare
The atmosphere encourages a home-away-from-home feeling through its dining setup. Guests can choose the eat-in kitchen or the courtyard for their meals. The focus remains on shockingly simple, local food, supplemented by home-fired pizzas after dark.
Wellness in harmony with nature.
It provides natural beauty with a holistic approach that involves and respects each person while simultaneously benefiting the planet. The Sublime Spa holds a simple yet valuable treasure – the opportunity to take a deep breath and reconnect with our essence and with Nature every day.
What people are saying about this place!
“The trip to Puglia was a spectacular experience. The extraordinary agenda was clear, interesting, varied, and done with love and knowledge of what we like. We got to know the heart of each town in the South East region of Italy and in each one of them we were able to enjoy its traditions, local dishes and culture. Francisco's 80th birthday trip was a great success!”