Canne Bianche

The whitewashed walls and turquoise pool of Canne Bianche look out over the golden sands of Torre Canne di Fasano, Puglia, and offer a 5* escape with an authentic sense of place. The simplicity of the design lets it slip seamlessly into its beachside setting, while delivering a refined elegance. From the seafront pool to the palm-fringed gardens strung with hammocks, the focus here is on relaxation, though horseback rides, bike tours, wine tasting, cooking classes and watersports mean you’ll never be bored.

The restaurants are equally honest to their Puglian roots, with an authentic Apulian experience at Timo, laidback beachside dining at Aneto and two bars to quench your thirst. The gym and spa are equally relaxed and balance the traditions of Puglia with innovative techniques and know-how to deliver harmony-restoring treatments. The 53 rooms and suites continue this harmony, with natural tones and textures drawn from the Puglian landscape, Simmons memory foam mattresses, and Italian marble bathrooms balanced with LCD TVs and minibars stocked with regional products. While views vary, all rooms boast a terrace or balcony for enjoying the fresh sea air.