Hotel Minerva

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Otranto Waterfront

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Front of property
Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Restaurant
Junior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Pioppi 46, Otranto, LE, 73028
  • Place, Otranto Waterfront
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Otranto Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Otranto Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room with Courtyard

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Otranto

Located within a 5-minute walk of Otranto Castle, Hotel Minerva is within a 15-minute stroll of Otranto Waterfront. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and 2 beach bars, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Otranto Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Otranto Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Otranto Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cava di Bauxite - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Alimini Lakes - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Otranto Station - 15 min walk
  • Papola Casale Airport (BDS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Castello - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sofish - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪L'ortale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angeli Ribelli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Postofisso - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Minerva

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Otranto Waterfront
At Hotel Minerva, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you drive, self parking is EUR 15 per day, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Phones and wardrobes or closets are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day); discounts available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 June, EUR 1.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 July - 31 August, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 September - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (492 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with discounted offsite parking.
Property Registration Number IT075057A100075089

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Hotel Minerva Otranto
Minerva Otranto
Hotel Minerva Hotel
Hotel Minerva Otranto
Hotel Minerva Hotel Otranto

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Minerva?

Hotel Minerva offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Hotel Minerva?

Located steps from Otranto Castle, this hotel is in Otranto, and within a 10-minute walk of Otranto Waterfront and Spiaggia degli scaloni. You'll also find Port of Otranto and Torre Pinta less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Minerva?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 15 per day with in/out privileges. You'll find a max of 3 spaces per unit.

Does Hotel Minerva have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Minerva doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Minerva?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Minerva?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 beach bars and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Does Hotel Minerva have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel Minerva offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Minerva allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Minerva.

Does Hotel Minerva have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Minerva?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Minerva offer a deck and may feature courtyard views.

Hotel Minerva Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this vj property. The room is very clean and comfortable. The European breakfast had fresh cut fruit and croissants. The owner is so sweet and great to talk with. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Murad

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Convenient and clean hotel friendly host

You get your moneys worth

8/10 Good

Duarte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel with value for money

A nice comfortable hotel.

10/10 Excellent

LAURENCE

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel bien situé proche du centre historique Accueil sympathique Petit déjeuner copieux Sans luxe mais très propre
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grande efficacité et amabilité extrême. Petit déjeuner très bien. Hotel calme . A recommander.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the staff was really generous and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Tommaso

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comodo al centro storico

Hotel in posizione molto comoda per visitare il centro storico di Otranto, La stanza al piano terra e' risultata ampia ma molto buia con affaccio su di un muro del cortile interno e luci fioche. La maniglia della finestra e' rotta e cosi' anche quella della porta che conduce nell'ingresso. Il bagno e' piccolo ed un po' trascurato(manca una lampadina). In compenso la ragazza che ci ha accolto e' stata molto gentile e simpatica, peccato che non ci fosse neanche una piantina del centro storico ne' nessun tipo di materiale informativo. La colazione sufficiente ma migliorabile. E' un 3 stelle sicuramente migliorabile con qualche attenzione in piu' ai dettagli.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel comodo personal agradable bien situado desayuno muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vitina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
L'hotel Minerva offre semplicità e accoglienza. Il personale alla reception è preparato , cordiale e disponibile.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Ruggiero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Struttura discreta

La struttura è discreta, la titolare è stata disponibile e gentile, la camera pulita, l'unica pecca è stata la notte, a causa del minifrigo rumoroso e di un fastidiossisimo cane della palazzina difronte, che ha abbaiato tutta la notte. Non abbiamo chiuso occhio.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel modesto, di prossima ristrutturazione, comodo per il centro storico di Otranto, colazione abbondante e Valentina che ci ha accolto, gentilissima.

8/10 Good

Niklas

6/10 Okay

Julia, stockholm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Godkänt hotell

Trevligt hotell med hjälpsam personal. Även läget var bra. Tyvärr var sängen och kudden väldigt obekväm.

10/10 Excellent

Mariann, Brindisi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo

Consiglierei questo albergo a chiunque volesse soggiornare nella bellissima Otranto senza spendere troppo ma senza rinuciare a niente. A pochi passi dal centro, è in un'ottima posizione sia per visitare Otranto che per spostarsi nei luoghi vicini (come i Laghi Alimini). Personale cordiale e disponibile e stanze pulite dotate di tutto il necessario. Buona anche la colazione.

8/10 Good

antonio, battipaglia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

week end in salento

Un ottimo rapporto qualita' prezzo per chi non vuole per forza il lusso, posizione molto comoda con parcheggio stradale gratis ed una responsabile che potremmo definire wonderwoman. Un appoggio affidabilissimo per gustarsi questa perla del salento.