Palazzo Daniele Salento

At the very tip of Italy’s heel, located in Salento, is the small town of Gagliano del Capo, where you’ll find Palazzo Daniele – a 9 suite artist guest house, and aristocratic palazzo built in 1861. It’s the newest addition to the GS Collection, created by entrepreneur Gabriele Salini owner of G-rough in Rome.

Built in 1861 (the year of Italy’s reunification) by local famous architect Domenico Malinconico and remodeled by the owner’s family in the early 20th century. Palazzo Daniele was home to four generations of Daniele’s family.

The last member of the family being Francesco Petrucci, who lived abroad for some years while beginning to collect contemporary art before returning to his roots, moving to Gagliano del Capo, and bringing a bit of his world and passion into the palazzo.

The building at that time was ancient, heavy and full of old furnitures, so he decided to restore and renovate it with Ludovica + Roberto Palomba from Milan. He entrusted them with the architectural restoration and the space redistribution of Palazzo Daniele.

Founder of Capo D’arte, he transformed Palazzo Daniele into an art house hosting artists from all over the world. He wanted to strip the rooms, highlighting only the history, details and absence, in order to create a flow of energy for the needs of the artists that Francesco hosted, allowing them to imagine and create new works.

In September 2018 after speaking with his close friend and art collector Gabriele Salini, he decided to hand over the keys of the Palazzo, allowing him to open the doors to new travelers and art lovers.

In April 2019 Palazzo Daniele opened its doors to the world with a different hospitality concept where historical spaces are still preserved, maintaining its majesty while combining it with contemporary art and local culture.

DESIGN
Reshaped by the milanese duo Ludovica + Roberto Palomba, inspired by the idea of absence, stripped back as much as possible while restoring historical features such as ornate frescoes and mosaic flooring to create the space for a contemporary art collection all around the property.

Monastic décor and bare walls boost the 19th century frescoes ceilings with cracks. Each room has a different artwork. Ancient family portraits alternate with works of contemporary art.

The 19th century history, architecture and art are fused to serve the needs of the latter in order to stimulate the creation of art and installations that have become intrinsic parts of the house. Artworks and minimalist designed furnitures are combined in all rooms.

Art pieces become functional such as the light box of Simon D’Exea illuminating most of the rooms or the rain shower installation in a bathroom where the shower is replaced by an archaic source of water falling from a 6 meter high ceiling in a large basin designed by Andrea Sala.

MEET THE OWNERS
Palazzo Daniele is a hospitality project born by the combination of the vision of Italian entrepreneur Gabriele Salini, and Francesco Petrucci, the last descendent of Daniele’s family and owner of Palazzo Daniele. The passions shared between the two friends and the similarities between their “homes” made this new story possible.

Gabriele Salini, after the success of his first property G-rough (based in Rome), decided to create an Italian hotel collection, “GS Collection”, bringing together art, design, history and music to redefine the idea of Italian hospitality.

Honoring the originality and uniqueness of each property, each unique hotel will be a “spot” with an individual personality and an authentic story connected to each city and place.

Francesco Petrucci, last descendent of Daniele’s family, belongs to an aristocratic family that has always lived in the Palazzo. After a few years abroad in the world of law, he decided to return to his roots bringing a bit of his experience.

He founded Capo D’Arte, a non profit contemporary art exhibition that brought together the entire town of Gagliano Del Capo, from townhouses, to chapels, to an abandoned train and a Piazza.

Artists like Yang Fudom and Michelangelo Pistoletto have participated. The exhibition was so successful that it has become an annual event, bringing together some of the most well known artists from around the world. This time of year, Palazzo Daniele, becomes the headquarter for the event.

ROOMS
Minimalism meets majesty. Each of the 9 suites represent a timeless experience where contemporary art, 150 years of history, and design coexist- with monastic décor, minimal furnishings, bare walls, and vaulted frescos ceilings.

MASTER SUITE
With an original living room from the 19th century, the Master Suite has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living room and an enviable contemporary art collection.

Resplendent with frescoes ceilings and original floors from the 19th century, the Master Suite has a 40sqm living room equipped with contemporary design furnitures, two bedrooms (35sqm each) with king-sized beds and two private bathrooms.

The Master Suite showcases artworks from Palazzo Daniele contemporary art collection such as: lightbox by Simon d’Exea, lamp by Luigi Presicce, Pino Pascali’s picture taken by Claudio Abate, Eva Jospin’s wreath, Carla Accardi’s lithography, Niccolo Gandolfi’s photo, Christian Frosi’s photo and original mirrors of the 19th century.

The Master Suite is equipped with two bedrooms, each with a king bed, aristocratic and frescoed living area with large sofà, table and desk, two private bathrooms with walk-in shower and a view of the town square.

PALAZZO JUST FOR YOU
Look beyond the traditional holiday: enjoy the true soul of Puglia! Palazzo Daniele can become your private palazzo ! Our 9 rooms, frescos saloons, spa and pool will be your retreat to unwind not only your soul. Don’t miss this chance……….. Palazzo can be at your disposal anytime from 1st November to 15th March!

FOOD & DRINK
The informal atmosphere and view of the pool makes this a primary gathering point for guests. The big kitchen island is our chef’s “headquarter”, and a place where guests can sit, eat, drink and chat with our chef while she cooks. Our chef Donata hand picks fresh products from local farmers on a daily basis – serving breakfast, light tapas and dinner on demand.

Breakfast is served everyday from 8 am to 12 pmLunch is served from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm while dinner is served from 7:00 pm until 10:30 pm. An open-air courtyard for guests to gather and enjoy a glass of wine, breakfast or sit by a fire on a chilly night.

ORANGERY & KAFFEEHAUS
At the far end corridor of the palazzo you’ll find the amazing garden, “Giardino degli aranci”, with green pastures filled with orange trees. In the summertime, guests can enjoy cocktails and an aperitivo while listening to music in the garden.

Inside the garden is the Kaffeehaus, a small typical ancient building where past and present meet. A place where nobles sat and sipped coffee and hot chocolate while entertaining guests. The Kaffeehaus can host special dinners for two.

POOL & SPA
“It’s a good idea always to do something relaxing before making an important decision in your life”Paulo Coelho The black bottom pool is the place to be in the summer time.

Take your time to lounge at the pool, relax in our steambath or sauna and enjoy around and enjoy the delights of our local kitchen by Donata and the best selection of our cocktails at the pool bar.  Our SPA & pool are exclusively open for our guests from 8 am to 9 pm

EVENTS
Palazzo Daniele, with its new hospitality philosophy, is the perfect place for bespoke experiences in a spectacular frame where every event is crafted with sophistication in mind. The only place in Salento where contemporary art and history merge together in a breathtaking atmosphere.

The perfect location to organise any event you want, from a simple trendy and cool evening to mark a special moment, with the possibility to extend a dinner to an incredible after-dinner party with a different approach. Even more exceptional is the exclusive use of the hotel, where every inch of our venue is yours to enjoy. Imagine guaranteed privacy, absolute flexibility…

FEATURES
Palazzo Daniele can offer the possibility to celebrate your special occasion inside or outside the Palazzo. If you want, you can choose to experience the original 19th century frescoes ceilings inside the palazzo or enjoying our orangery, courtyard and pool. Sit-down dinner: max capacity 120 pax. Buffet dinner: max capacity 170 pax. After dinner event: max capacity 220 pax

SUNSET TIME ON BOARD
“Sunsets are my escape into the reality I want to continuously live” (Rachel Roy)
Few things can match the beauty of Salento’s sunset from the sea! Step aboard our private boat where our sailorman will guide you through the beauties of Salento’s hidden bays, ending with an amazing aperitif on sunset time on board. The experience includes: 3 hours on a private boat with our sailorman + Sunset Apulian aperitif

SPORTS & ADEVNTURES
A day off from beaches and quiet time?Fill your life with experiences, not things… have stories to tell, not to show.Palazzo Daniele will tempt your sports and adventurous side by offering dedicated activities:

• Biking: 4 hours around the most beautiful spots of Salento with a final tasting aperitif
• Kite Surf and Windsurf: full course for beginners and advanced in Ugento and Torre San Giovanni
• Trekking: 3 hours exploring the Salento hidden beauties: from Ciolo Bridge to Cipollane caves, going through the Paiare rural buildings and the typical Apulian dry stone walls
• Climbing: climbing on the rock inside Otranto Leuca park and Tricase small forest
• Horseriding: riding a horse together with the Ranger exploring Otranto and the beaches

FISHING
Spend half day in our boat with our captain, an expert fisherman, practicing sport fishing and learning how to catch a sea urchin. At the end of the day, an aperitif on board will be served. The experience includes: 3 hours boat with the captain + Aperitif on board

VINTAGE TOUR
“A good traveller has not fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.” (Lao Tzu)
A journey back to the 60’s to discover the unknown Salento and its local jems, in the mythical vintage vehicles from the 60’s and 70’s.The package includes: 4 hours vintage car tour with driver discovering the unknown Salento + Palazzo Daniele aperitif

DONATA’S COOKING CLASS
Savour authentic Apulian cuisine on a fun-filled cooking class led by Palazzo Daniele’s local cook Donata.Immerse yourself into the tradition of the fresh Apulian orecchiette and more, discovering the secrets of Donata!!

Once your meal is ready, enjoy your “table chef dinner”! The experience includes: 2 hours “cooking class” in Palazzo Daniele’s kitchen with Donata + 3 courses table chef dinner (local top quality wine is included)

THE LAST OF THE ROMANTICS
“Romanticism is the abuse of the adjectives”. Lose yourself through a labyrinth of senses, sensuality and smells. Palazzo Daniele – the place where the only way to get rid of temptations is to yield to it…The experience includes: private 4 courses dinner for 2 people with a dedicated service (wines and spirits are not included) + exclusive use of the Kaffehaus area

SO SPA-CIAL
We love our community! If you are not staying in Palazzo Daniele and want to have a daybreak at our exclusive club spa, you can enjoy our pool and spa accompanied by a delicious healthy Apulian light lunch.

Rooms: 9

Price: from 261 EUR per night

Source: www.palazzodaniele.com