In the small and reserved village of Vaste, in Poggiardo, stands Empireo Riad, a 4-star boutique hotel that elegantly combines the Baroque soul of Salento with the enchanted atmosphere of Morocco. A carefully restored old farmhouse gives life to a unique place, where historic architecture and exotic design blend in harmony.

The eight different suites are inspired by mythological and Dantean characters, designed to offer an immersive and emotional stay. The suites characterized by white tuff stones and barrel vaults have private bathrooms and elegant outdoor spaces for a relaxing moment under the Salento sky.

Inside the courtyard there is the swimming pool with waterfall, framed by white curtains and oriental details.

The restaurant, overlooking the pool, offers an intimate and exclusive setting, perfect for experiencing moments of authentic pleasure. The cuisine is rooted in the gastronomic tradition of Salento, but it is reinterpreted with an innovative and creative look that enhances the flavors of the territory with contemporary techniques and surprising combinations.

Just minutes from the crystal clear waters of Castro Marina, Empireo Riad is perfectly positioned to discover the best of Salento.

Guests can easily access some of Salento’s most renowned lidos, such as Punta della Suina in Gallipoli, Cocoloco in Ugento, Bonavista in Torre Lapillo and Lido Ficò in Marina di Marittima.

Empireo Riad is an invitation to slow down. A place where time gains value and travel becomes intimate and insightful. Every detail celebrates beauty, culture and well-being, offering guests an elegant and authentic retreat, here luxury means time: to find yourself, to experience new emotions, to create memories.