I would definitely recommend Paola’s place it was in a really good location just a stroll away from the lively centre and the despar a supermarket. We really felt like we were staying amongst the locals and loved the feel of the apartment, it definitely has everything we needed. We stayed for a week and used the apartment as a base for trips to Monopoli, Lecce & Polignano a mare. Although many have a car to get a round we managed fine getting round by the train as there is a reliable bus service that takes you from the station to the centre and vice versa. Paola was extremely helpful and responsive and also the check in process was very easy! Also there are many nice beaches nearby which can be reached by bus.