Castellaneta accommodation from NZ$189

The Ticho's Hotel is 13 kilometres from the central part of Castellaneta. Or, alternatively, the I Turchesi Club Village is 11 kilometres away. Some other hotels and apartment options are the Agriturismo La Stornara and the Hotel Sacco.

You'd be crazy to leave without seeing the other things on offer in Puglia. Check out the ruins, castles and traditional villages in Puglia, or simply head off with that someone special and admire its rural landscapes. Energetic travellers might enjoy mountain biking and mountain climbing in this part of Italy.

35 kilometres from Castellaneta you will find Martina Franca, where you can spend the day enjoying the Basilica di San Martino, Pianelle Forest and Church of Carmine. The B&B Fumarola and Relais Casabella are a few of the great accommodation options in Martina Franca. 60 kilometres to the southeast of Castellaneta, you can also stay at Maruggio, which is home to the Villa SalentOnTheBeach and Grand Hotel dei Cavalieri. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Maruggio, be sure to visit the Port of Campomarino, Parish of Nativity of the Virgin Mary and Campomarino Dunes.

New Zealanders are world famous for their love of sport, so why not visit Stadio San Nicola? Reach Stadio San Nicola 55 kilometres to the north of Castellaneta. Sleep close to the action at the Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro or the Olive Tree - Hostel.

Karol Wojtyla Airport is the most practical airport and is located 65 kilometres away from central Castellaneta. Hotels that are nearby include the Hotel Riviera and the Best Western La Baia Palace Hotel.