Visitors to Porto Cesareo can partake in underwater excursions and experience seahorses, unique coral formations, turtles, and more. With diverse flora and fauna, this seaside area is also a nature preserve and marine protected area. It was an important seaport that was established as part of Magna Grecia.
Found by the Ionian Sea, 28 km (17.4 mi) away from Lecce, the Protected Marina Area here is among the largest in Italy and visitors can drop by the Oceanography Museum as well as the Research Station of Marine Biology and beautiful beaches. There are also watchtowers with a fascinating history such as Torre Cesarea and Torre Lapillo. Covered with a thick pine grove, Isola dei Conigli (Rabbits’ Island) can be found nearby.
The traditions of life at sea are strong here. The experienced sailors can bring you on wonderful fishing trips and the fish markets which supply Salento are always open. Read our picks on the best hotels and vacation rentals in Porto Cesareo!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 11, 2025.
1. Apartment Porto Cesareo, Apulia (from 86 USD / 72.34 EUR)
This lovely villa apartment is located near the ocean and is suitable for families. Guests get an iron and ironing board, hair dryer, washing machine, wireless Internet, and more. Guests can also prepare their own meals as dishes and utensils, a coffee maker as well as an oven, refrigerator, and stove are all provided. Children are welcome here and smoking is allowed.
The property is near attractions such as museums and activities like paddle boating, sailing and scuba diving.
Apartment Porto Cesareo, Apulia
Price: from 86 USD / 72.34 EUR
Number of Guests: 8
2. Bricola's blue room (from USD 76)
Located near lovely beaches as well as 15 to 20 minutes on foot to the town center, there is also a market across the street and free parking on the premises. Guests get a 32" (81.2 cm) LED TV, heating, and air conditioning in this child/family-friendly spot. There is also a king-sized bed and a fridge.
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy, Italy
6.31 km (4.0 mi) from Spiaggia di Sant'IsidoroAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
elena and her husband roberto were really welcoming hostRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the room is very comfortable clean and calmvery friendly very clean carpark available and for free
3. Casa Elisa Porto Cesareo (from 73.15 USD / 61.53 EUR)
Located close to the beach, wonderful panoramic views, and restaurants, this property is clean and suitable for solo travelers, couples, and families with children. Guests get free parking on the premises and smoking is allowed. There is also air conditioning, a single bed, and a queen bed. This property also does not charge for extra people.
Casa Elisa Porto Cesareo
Price: from 73.15 USD / 61.53 EUR
Number of Guests: 4
4. ''The Ballroom'' Casadimare (from USD 165)
Located in a quiet neighborhood, this apartment is just a short distance from the beach and from streets full of restaurants, local shops, and a supermarket, which is around the corner.
There is a nice outdoor space as well as a kitchen area (with fridge) where you can make coffee or tea. Juice, cookies, milk, water, and more are provided. The property is tidy and clean with a spotless bathroom and there is also a small terrace as well as a comfortable bed and deckchair.
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy, Italy
5.54 km (3.5 mi) from Spiaggia di Sant'IsidoroAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
francesco is a wonderful hostour host was very helpful and caringhe is very nice and helpful hostit’s the best appartment and host that we’ve never hadthanks for being such a great hostLocation:
this is a nice place to stay visting porto cesareoRead more reviewsCleanliness:
francesco place is clean and pleasant neighbourhood is quiet
5. Monolocale Onda a Porto Cesareo (from USD 76)
Stay in this spacious studio apartment that is big enough for a couple and/or a child. This studio home is fully furnished and offers guests breakfast on their first day in the property. For an easier time exploring the area, there is a travel cot available for those traveling with an infant. Neary points of interest include a supermarket, a bank, a pharmacy, and the post office. This apartment sits in a quiet neighborhood in the Italian countryside and is just a five-minute walk away from the beach, as well as the city center of Porto Cesareo.
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy, Italy
5.94 km (3.7 mi) from Spiaggia di Sant'IsidoroAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
maria is a great hostmaria lucia was a great host and respnded quickly with communicationgreat place super new and very clean :) easy check in & out and really friendly host anytime againLocation:
the location is fantasticgreat flat very close to both beach and old townthe apartment is very clean and comfortable and it's walking distance to the beach grocery stores and restaurantsstudio apartment newly refurbished clean good location short walk to the beachi recommend this placeCleanliness:
room is clean wide cosy and you have everything you need just round the cornerRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very comfortable air con iron etc etc and all we neededapartment was clena and so nicegreat position (near the sea front) clean tidy functional all kitchen amenities comfortable beds air condition
6. Porto Cesareo the House of Anna (from USD 49)
This property is set in a residential area just a 5 to 10 minute walk from some lovely beaches as well as the center of town, shops, and restaurants. Porto Cesareo is a great base from which to explore the rest of Salento as Gallipoli, Lecce, and more which are just a short drive away.
This independent villa is spacious, well-equipped, and clean. There’s a wonderful terrace and garden where guests can have outdoor breakfast or read among the lemon trees. Guests get a kitchenette with a fridge and oven, living area, air conditioning, and a parking space.
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy, Italy
5.86 km (3.7 mi) from Spiaggia di Sant'IsidoroAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
maria rosaria was an especially good hostoverall i would highly recommend maria rosaria as a hostshe also made us a truly delicious tiramisu one evening which was very kind of herLocation:
the location was also very nicethe location was what we wanted and our hostess was very graciousthe flat had everything we could possibly need the location was amazingsuch a lovely place to stayRead more reviewsCleanliness:
it was clean spacious and well-equipped with a nice garden and terrace
7. Loving room in the heart of the village (from USD 165)
Located just a 5-minute walk to the beach, right in the middle of town, this property has a spacious, private bathroom with a great shower. Pharmacies, supermarkets, restaurants, and shops are all near the property. Guests also get a wonderful terrace with a view of the sea, a small fridge, a decent amount of wardrobe space and a 32" (81.2 cm) TV. The property is well-maintained with room cleaning done on a daily basis. Toilet paper and a hairdryer are also provided.
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy, Italy
5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Spiaggia di Sant'IsidoroAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host were really welcoming and niceantonello and his staff were pleasant hospitable and easy to communicate withsabrina was super friendly and helped us find a place to lock up our bikesLocation:
the location is perfect - right in the middle of town and 5min walk to the beachand good place to walk around the centroCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe toilet is nice and cleanthe room is big enough and cleanvery central clean and big roomRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
you get your own private bathroom which is quite big and has a really good shower
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With prehistoric dry-stone architecture and archeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age, there’s much to see and do here. Check out these places to stay in Porto Cesareo, Apulia, Italy.
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