If you want to see the real Italy then stay among the locals, not in hotels. Conversano is a lovely small town only 30 minutes from Bari airport and only 6 miles from the coast. The majority of tourists are Italians.
Leonardo has a beautiful stylish top (3rd) floor apartment situated within 5 minutes walking distance to the central castle, parks and restaurants. The 2 beds and 2 bathrooms make this perfect for all combinations of holiday groups plus there is a spare sofa bed in the lounge and a large balcony. All the linen was excellent quality and there were ample quantities. There was laundry facilities if needed on the roof.
The air conditioned rooms were greatly appreciated in the hot month of August.
He is a wonderful host with daily contact to suggest places to eat, see or visit. His recommendations are as good as his taste in his design for living.
Parking in the area was random but easy and there was always somewhere close. Local supermarket and health food deli also within 5 minutes walk. Very safe and quiet area but not a town for wild party-goers.
The town is a perfect location as a base from which to drive to see the rest and best of Puglia. All top attractions are within 30-90 minutes drive.
This is the perfect place for those who appreciate and value another person's home to the point that when leaving at the end of a holiday they have every intention and desire to return. Highly recommended. Thank you Leonardo.