ibis Styles Bari Giovinazzo

The hotel has plenty of parking, a pool we didn’t use, and a very clean, spacious room. The staff were very friendly. But the decor is badly outdated, especially in the room, and the bathtub curtain was shocking. It looked like it might not have been replaced in 30 years. The bathroom products were really cheap, not luxurious. The bed was rock solid, with what felt like no mattress at all, and the pillows were thin and not fluffy. Breakfast was a complete disappointment apart from the barista-made cappuccino. The pastries were stale, and the custard in my doughnut was curdled. There wasn’t much else that looked appetising, just a banana and an apple for fruit. The juice machine may have been malfunctioning, because it served lukewarm, very cheap juice. This didn’t feel like a four-star hotel experience.

The sound carries so much that you can hear what’s happening in the corridor and the rooms beside you. Breakfast could be better too, with very few options.

It’s an okay hotel, and the beach is about a 10 minute walk away. It’s free to access, but rocky and wild. Getting around is difficult without a car, and taxis are expensive, so the cost adds up. The train station is a few km away. The hotel restaurant has lots of food options, and the bar is alright. It works well if you have business nearby, but if you want to see more of the area, you’re kind of stuck.

The staff were fantastic and the service was great during my quick stay at the Ibis. The room was clean and breakfast was nice. The hotel feels a little rundown and lacks some life, and the very old bathroom shows its age.