Tipico Resort

We stayed for one night at one of the historic Trulli homes in Alberobello. Let me begin by saying that there comments aren't necessarily meant as a criticism, just that it's almost impossible to know this stuff without going through the process. First off, we received an email asking us what time we planned to arrive, as the check in, is as per usual, 3pm. However, the main office where you have to check in is closed between 1 & 3 pm daily so if you're at all early, you sit outside waiting in the sunshine. We were told check out is 10:30 at the latest. It was made clear that even that was stretching things. When we got to our assigned place, some minor annoyances: no pillowcases on the spare pillows; no Kleenex tissues. And the wifi didn't work. We had parked in a lot recommended by the hotel. The guy at the lot said the car had to be out by 9 am. The person at the resort office said 10:30 am. Given we were ready to leave by 9 we went to the lot only to find a chain and barrier across the entrance/exit. We called the office and they said if you look carefully you can unhook the chain yourself and remove the barrier, and oh yeah, please put them back once you have the car out. None of the above was a crisis just a series of annoyances so I would think carefully before recommending the place.

A great 2 night stay in a trullo in the heart of Alberobello. Our trullo was very comfortable but a word of warning - headroom is limited in places so be careful. Breakfast was provided at a nearby restaurant and was substantial. The staff at reception were both friendly and efficient.

We were on a cycling holiday & stayed in our own little Trulli house which was lovely and private and was on a quiet street yet right in the centre of town, it was very spacious and clean. Laura on reception at the Tipico Resort was exceptionally kind and helpful. The hotel reception area and the little bar where the breakfast was served was only a few moments walk away from our room. Everything was perfect, we would certainly stay here again.

First, the Trulli. In my opinion highly overrated experience. They look very nice from the outside, but nothing special inside. However, just as the tour books say, the town of Alberobello is filled with people...worse than Main Street Disney World, that if you want to see it better, it is a good idea to stay there as it is much more than the Trulli. But you can stay there at any other hotel, nicer hotel that pretend to be a Trullo. Now, the Tipico. The staff is super friendly and very professional. We had an issue with the AC and it was fixed immediately (probably change of season). The amenities are ok, but you have a full kitchen and utensils. The only thing I would say is that the door in the bathroom has a frosted glass that does not cover much. And depending which Trullo you get, be prepared to walk uphill with your luggage. I guess you can drive and park closer and then move your car. But we arrive at a time that if we moved our car from the main parking lot to town (where we can pay online), we would lose the spot. By the way, they have breakast which is ok near by. Anyway, if you want to stay in a Trullo, this is a good value and I would recommend it.