Reviewed by Lonely Planet Puglia, 2019#guestsloveus |
Until now, more about 200 reviews between airbnb, booking, google and tripadvisor
Airbnb evaluation: 4,95 stars/5 and Superhost Booking guests evaluation: 9,5 Published reviews V: This was my second stay at Mina's loft and I still loved it. The loft is stunning, tastefully decorated, bright, quiet and extremely clean, in addition to being well located. The bed is very comfortable. I again immediately felt like at home. Mina is a great guest, very reactive while remaining discreet. I definitively recommend Mina's loft and I will come back next time I am in Brindisi. (by airbnb, November 2019) S: This apartment was in a perfect location. We loved the roof top terrace . Mina was the perfect host greeting us with a beautiful and delicious lemon cake. Restaurant suggestions, maps, breakfast foods and even taxi reservations all were provided with a smile. We loved this experience. Be aware there are stairs. With 3 of us and 1 mirror it was a bit difficult to all get ready in the morning. I'm certain Mina will correct this oversite. (by airbnb, October 2019) R: Top Lage - mitten in der Altstadt. Schöne Terrasse. Das renovierte Schlafzimmer ist schön. (by airbnb, October 2019) M: Good location, great place, excellent host! (by airbnb, October 2019) T: Mina was a great host, very communicative which we really appreciated. She had a delicious cake for us upon arrival! It was such a treat. The location is very close to everything, the Airbnb was very clean and big, the terrace is amazing though we didn't have time to spend up there, and checkin was very easy. Would recommend it to anyone visiting! (by airbnb, September 2019) K: We loved Mina’s BnB, Templari. Mina is the perfect host, gracious, kind and helpful. Mina has done a nice job in restoring her historic house, keeping all the charm but adding the modern conveniences. Each apartment has A personal entry, clean, comfortable, and with perfect roof tops terraces for morning cafe or evening wine relaxation. It’s in the heart of old Brindisi, everything is close; groceries, fruit stands, restaurants and easy walk to the waterfront promenade with many restaurants and night life! We plan to stay here on our next visit to Brindisi! (by airbnb, September 2019) K: Mina herself is a very elegant lady. One who is very kind, thoughtful, and generous. My stay in the loft was absolutely wonderful. You are supplied with everything you need to feel as if you are at home. I was only there for 5 nights and my loft was cleaned more than stated in the direction. Almost as if my own family was making sure I was taken care of. Next time I come I will surely stay here again. Also, Location is outstanding!!! Easy to get to absolutely everything. This review doesn't give justice to how great her home and generosity is. Thank you, thank you, thank you! (by airbnb, September 2019) Y: It has a very good location. Mina is great lady. The room is quite clean. I can buy some food from store nearby house. I wish I will stay there again. (by airbnb, September 2019) A: I became very lost on my way (completely my fault) and Mina was very understanding about the long delay in my arrival and the arrival of my friend before me. The space is huge and beautiful and we loved that Mina provided coffee and breakfast snacks. The deck area is also amazing. Truly a beautiful place to stay! Thank you! (by airbnb, August 2019) E: Fantastic location - very central it’s only a 10 minute walk to anything including the beautiful port. Home made cake was much appreciated, as were Mina’s brilliant restaurant recommendations, ignore these at your peril! Great to have 2 bedrooms and a small area to sit in - we enjoyed having the terrace and small area outside the rooms to sit out and enjoy the sunshine as well. (by booking, August 2019) R: Mina was extremely responsive, and helped us find a beach and transport to/from the beach (and at an affordable price). The room is very clean as well, and we had no issues with the wifi (which we have experienced in other air bnbs around Puglia). Thanks so much Mina!!! (by airbnb, August 2019) S: Two lovely roof terraces, owner very friendly and helpful. Lovely old building. (by booking, August 2019) B: Mina's place was exactly as described. Perfect for a relaxing holiday. She also was able to give me some amazing tips on things to do around brindisi. The place was central. Will definitely come back! (by airbnb, August 2019) R: Petit paradis, à recommander les yeux fermés. Grazie per tutto Mina (by airbnb, August 2019) N: The apartment is beautiful! Super clean and in a perfect location! It is in the middle of the old center. There are several nice restaurants just around the corner (by booking, July 2019) F: Everything is perfect with Mina’s place : it’s very well situated, clean and well furnished, the place is beautiful and Mina’s very sweet and nice. We definitely recommend Mina’s place. (by airbnb, July 2019) E: Coole Wohnung mit kleiner Küche und Bibliothek mitten in der Altstadt. Wunderbare Dachterrassen mit Blick über die Stadt. Mina ist sehr freundlich und gibt gute Tipps für den Aufenthalt in der Stadt. D: Super b&b (by booking, July 2019) M: Appartement spacieux pour deux personnes, très bien rénové.L’appartement est très calme. La terrasse est vraiment un petit plus. La situation est idéale pour visiter le centre historique de Brindisi et profiter des restaurants. Mina est une hôtesse accueillante. (by airbnb, July 2019) Coole Wohnung mit kleiner Küche und Bibliothek mitten in der Altstadt. Wunderbare Dachterrassen mit Blick über die Stadt. Mina ist sehr freundlich und gibt gute Tipps für den Aufenthalt in der Stadt. (by booking, July 2019) K: We spent 4 nights at Minas place and it was perfect! The space is beautiful, one of the most stylish places I’ve stayed in, and location great. Mina was an incredible host with fab communication and she even had a freshly baked cake ready on arrival. We had a bit of drama with out flights and Mina handlers everything really well. Would 100% recommend! (by airbnb, July 2019) P: Mina place is fabulous, very authentic. It is situated in a very central area with very easy (and walkable )access to all cultural and historic places in Brindisi. It is also so convenient for use of public transport for travel to Bari, Lecce and other places along the coast . Mina’s attention to detail in the apartment was fantastic. Cleanliness and comfort was exemplary and air conditioning was very welcome. I was thrilled to have been with her for 2 week and I found using Templari B&B as a base for exploring Puglia very convenient. Thank you Mina for a lovely Italian house to stay in and for your hospitality (by airbnb, July 2019) P: Mina's apartment was well located in the old city, beautifully appointed and stylishly decorated. There were wonderful additional touches such as a delicious home-made lemon cake for our breakfast, chilled water, yoghurt etc. We also had access to a lovely roof terrace with it's expansive view of the sky and surrounding area. Mina was a delightful host and very happy to engage in conversation and assist in any way she could. She was also extremely responsive. We would highly recommend the Templari B&B as the perfect place from which to explore Brindisi. (by airbnb, June 2019) F: Oltre le aspettative. Meglio di un hotel a 4 stelle!!! Tutto fantastico! Accoglienza super e struttura ottima. La proprietaria è gentilissima e la camera è ampia, pulita e confortevole! Normalmente viaggio per lavoro e soggiorno in hotel, ma qui avevamo praticamente un loft a disposizione! Spettacolare!!! (by booking, May 2019) F: Stay here and you won’t be disappointed. Comfortable indoor space with everything you need and outstanding outdoor space. Ideal walkable location and the perfect host in Mina. (by airbnb, May 2019) M: La gentillesse de notre hôte la beauté du logement les superbes terrasses des chambres spacieuses le charme et le style du lieu. (by booking, May 2019) K: Beautifully restored and maintained. Convenient re location and facilities and Mina is absolutely lovely. (by booking, May 2019) F: La titolare della struttura ha fatto uno straordinario lavoro di recupero di un bellissimo edificio storico, merita la visita. Il loft è ampio e pulitissimo. Le terrazze sovrastanti sono sorprendenti. (by booking, May 2019) S: Sehr zentrale Lage, sowohl zum Hafen als zur Stadtmitte sehr kurzer Fußweg. Sehr sauber und groß genug. Tolle Dachterrasse zum entspannen in der Sonne :) (by booking, May 2019) A: Tutto perfetto, accoglienza pulizia e confort. La proprietaria persona eccezionale e gentilissima! CONSIGLIATISSIMO! (by booking, May 2019) J: Mina’s place in Brindisi is so homey the moment you walk in. She adds touches like homemade cakes that really make the difference. The space is beautifully rustic with wonderful terraces. (by airbnb, April 2019) S: Wonderful place with outstanding service and quality of furnitures. The host is very nice and pro. Le petit dejeuner est delicieux et varié. J'avais demandé du café décaféiné et c'est ce qui a été pourvu. (by booking, April 2019) C: Accueil chaleureux (by booking, March 2019) S: The studio is really nice renovated, very clean, near to the city center, close to supermarkets, nice roof terrace, very friendly and helpful host (by booking, August 2018) A: Ci ritornero' sicuramente passando da Brindisi (by booking, August 2018) R: Bellissimo B&B in un palazzo storico centrale ristrutturato ed arredato con gusto! Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo (by booking, August 2018) A: Best in Brindisi (by booking, July 2018) S: This was my family's second time stay in Mina's place. This is truly a lovely home hidden in the heart of old Brindisi. It is a short distance from the port, from the main commercial thoroughfares, as well as from the train station. The home is comfortably arranged and enjoyable to spend time in--our family favorite is breakfast with the door open to the patio and the light streaming in through the dining room window. Mina's cakes and pies are out of this world. She is an expert on the city and the local area, so she can point you in all the right directions. My family and I look forward to returning! (by airbnb, July 2018) L: Mina's place is a special one - beautifully restored, well cared for, and it feels like home the moment you walk through the door. The outdoor terrace is wonderful, too! As a solo traveller I felt completely at ease, and both the train station and Brindisi port are a mere 5 minutes walk away - making it easy to get around without a car. The experience was topped off by the delicious homemade cake & jam, plus Mina's beach tips! Thank you again, Mina! (by airbnb, July 2018) C: Great place. Friendly and accomodating owner. Lots of character - would definitely return! (by booking, June 2018) P: This was my second time staying at Mina’s place. It is such a find! Great location, super clean and a beautiful home with lots of space indoors and outdoors. Thanks for another wonderful stay and also for the delicious lemon cake and fruit pie!! (by airbnb, June 2018) K.: Great place, comfortable, very attractive interiors with history. Close to everything, transport, shops, restaurants, attractions and locals very friendly to tourist who does not speak Italian. Mina was a great host, cooked a delicious pie for me, which I did devour and helped me get paperwork attended for posting of package back home which was confusing as in Italian. I would recommend this studio appartment to anyone, first class. (by airbnb, May 2018) L: Thanks to the perfect hospitality of Mina, the useful equipped and spotlessly clean „studio“-appartement we could get well recovered during our stay in Brindisi and Puglia. Highly recommended! (by airbnb, May 2018) Helle, geräumige Ferienwohnung im Herzen der Stadt (by booking, 2018) B: Der perfekte Ort, um sich rundherum willkommen und wohl zu fühlen. (by booking, April 2018) A: A thoroughly enjoyable break in a lovely town and great accommodation. (by booking, April 2018) C: warme ontvangst - aan te bevelen - wel als uitvalsbasis gebruiken - niet veel te beleven in de buurt (by booking, April 2018) B.: Der perfekte Ort, um sich rundherum willkommen und wohl zu fühlen. (by booking, April 2018) A.: A thoroughly enjoyable break in a lovely town and great accommodation. (by booking, April 2018) C.: warme ontvangst - aan te bevelen - wel als uitvalsbasis gebruiken - niet veel te beleven in de buurt C.: Lots of little extras that make the difference. Very attentive host. (by booking, April 2018) D.: Lovely place in great location!! (by airbnb, Jenuary 2018) M.: Really cute Airbnb. Updated and modern bathroom and kitchen. Near groceries and the water. A great place (by airbnb, September 2017) S.: A lovely place with an interesting history and great location This is a lovely place with a great central location. It's spotlessly clean and a good size. We shared with our adult son and whilst the single bed was small it was comfortable with a good mattress. Facilities are good and the small kitchen is well equipped. Breakfast is help yourself and included good coffee, home made cakes and jam with fruit juice. Mina is very friendly and helpful. We only stayed 2 nights and one arrived very late so we didn't get to use the lovely terrace. (by booking, August 2017). J.: What an amazing holiday we had. The Templari BnB is in the perfect location to wander an interesting and beautiful town, to dine by the port, to visit beautiful beaches and to explore other parts of Puglia. Mina is an exceptional host - it is great to have her there in the building to advise and direct with everything from restaurants, supermarkets, where to buy bus tickets etc etc the BnB itself was perfect for us 2 and our 9 year old daughter - plenty of space, great air con (which was vital) a perfect size functioning kitchen for storage of cold beer and wine and to make breakfast, picnic lunches for the beach and to store Minas home made breakfast cakes Lecce is a must see trip and only 20 mins by train We loved visiting Polignano a Mare also Couldn't recommend this BnB, location and host more highly We will be back (by airbnb, August 2017) U.: Das B&B "I Templari" war genau so schön, wie auf der Seite dargestellt. Von Mina, unserer Gastgeberin, wurden wir sehr freundlich in Empfang genommen. Sie gab uns viele wertvolle Restaurantstipps und konnte zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten der Gegend sehr viel sagen. Jeden 2. Tag wurde im Appartement alles frisch gemacht und wir freuten uns immer riesig über das leckere Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen. Danke, Mina!!! (by airbnb, August 2017) M.: Reserva de última hora. Perfecta. La situación en el centro, la amabilidad de la propietaria y como se ha restaurado el espacio (by booking, August 2017) B.: Place To be. Accueil, confort, emplacement, calme, excellents, sans compter le gros matou câlin (by booking, Agoust 2017) E.: Had the most wonderful time steht Mina's beautiful apartment! The historic building is amazing, and Mina's was most helpful! Thanks very much! Highly recommend! (by airbnb, Agoust 2017) A.: Anfitriona excelente y apartamento muy acogedor, muy bien situado y con todos los servicios. Muy limpio y cómodo!! Si volvemos, repetiremos sin duda alguna. Mina ha sido una persona muy acogedora y disponible a darnos información de la zona y consejos muy válidos. Muchas gracias Mina por todo!!!! Un abrazo desde Barcelona (by airbnb, July 2017) K.: Mina's apartment was a perfect hub for my time in Puglia. It was centrally located about a 10 minute walk from the bus and train station and a few minutes from the port and historic area. The apartment was just as pictured and Mina was a great host. I'd definitely recommend it. (by airbnb, July 2017) A.: Our stay at Mina was one of the most memorable during our trip to Puglia, she welcomed us with a homemade cake and a fantastic bottle of local wine, she gave us all the needed informations about the small town of Brindisi and the beaches; what to see, visit, where to go , etc... we tried 2 restaurants she advices us , both were excellent : la colona : buenavista terrasse and la locanda del porto : tasty and very correct prices with local food. When we enter Mina's place immediately we get the home feeling and Mina was always available for tips and advices. we definitely recommend this splendid B&B and Mina's advices. (by airbnb, July 2017) A.: Un logement que nous vous conseillons. Vous pouvez vous y rendre les yeux fermés. La propriétaire Mina est aux petits soins pour ses locataires et veille à ce que nous ne manquions de rien (tout en restant très discrète). Le cadre du logement est tout simplement superbe et plein d'âme. Logement très bien situé, à 5 min à pieds de la gare. 2 min de l'arrêt de la navette pour l'aéroport et 5 min du centre-ville. Une supérette à 500 m du logement. A l'intérieur du logement, tout est fait pour que nous nous sentions comme chez nous. Très bien équipé et très propre (nous sommes restés 1 semaine et le ménage a été fait 2 fois lors de notre séjour). Le rapport qualité-prix est excellent. A découvrir de toute urgence ! (by airbnb, July 2017) J.: So great to be in an AirBnB apartment with style and history. This place is so convenient too. (by airbnb, July 2017). S.: Buongusto, attenzione al dettaglio e pulizia impeccabile da aggiungere all'eleganza e squisita disponibilità della padrona di casa. Assolutamente consigliato! (by googlemaps, June 2017). I.: Very cosy and confortable room. The owner is very pleasant and helpful. (by booking, June 2017) S.: Mina's house is steeped in history and the apartment she has created is both beautiful and modern, light and airy with high ceilings and tastefully furnished with a very comfy bed and everything you will need for a relaxing holiday. It's just a short walk from the station and to the port where you will find some fabulous restaurants to eat out in the evenings. Mina very kindly made us a reservation at a restaurant on our first night as we were arriving late and could not have been more helpful and approachable during our stay - she is a very special person! A perfectly placed apartment for exploring Brindisi and the surrounding area, and if you don't have a car public transport is very easy. A gem of a place and a wonderful host - don't hesitate to book! (by airbnb, June 2017). D.: Mina is the perfect host. Super kind and generous. The studio is like the house one would dream to have as its own. Beautifully decorated and with all the details and things to make your staying relaxed and complete. Even her mom's homemade marmalade! The place has an ideal location close to everything but still quiet and residential. Definetively recommend this appartment to everybody! (by airbnb, June 2017) S.: Ci avevamo visto bene! Siamo stati fortunati a prenotare questa Dimora Storica a Brindisi. --- Architettura ---- Siamo rimasti affascinati dal fine restauro delle sistemazioni, vivere alcuni giorni in questi spazi è un’esperienza assolutamente da non perdere. Anche Lonely Planet Puglia suggerisce di soggiornarvi. --- Storia --- L’edificio era sede dell’Ospitale di San Martino dell'XI secolo, dove i Cavalieri Templari ospitavano i pellegrini che arrivavano a Brindisi lungo le vie francigene per imbarcarsi per Gerusalemme. All’interno i segni della storia sono visibili in alcune incisioni medioevali presenti nell’appartamento padronale. --- Ospitalità --- La disponibilità e la gentilezza della proprietaria, i prodotti locali fatti in casa rendono il soggiorno veramente unico e senza eguali. (by tripadvisor, June 2017). S.: Templari has become my favorite place to stay in Brindisi. Beautiful place, great location, wonderful host and clean, comfy bedrooms and bathroom. What more can you ask for? (by airbnb, June 2017) E. (SE): Tack för fyra underbara dagar i denna lägenhet. En annorlunda, fantastisk och mysig plats att få bo i. Ett litet kök men fungerar utmärkt. Sköna sängar. Bord och stolar utanför dörren, en trappa upp, finns det en terass som har vilstolar, stolar och bord. Fö att bada tar man buss 4, då rekommenderar vi Oktagona Beach. Väldig bra. Solstolar,Rent, snyggt, god mat!! har allt. kan också bada i fina vikar, men ej tillgång till solstolar eller parasoll. Brindisi som stad kanske inte är så intressant, men många mysiga ställen finns det. Besök stråket runt hamnen som har bra restauranger. (by booking.com, June 2017) T.: The place is much more better than the photos . Great location, very clean , lovely terrace and Mina is so nice and welcoming . Definitely i will stay there next time to Brindisi. (May 2017, by airbnb) S..: Excellent holiday, good location and lovely apartment. Mina was so helpful and attentive. The home made cake and peach jam were delicious and a lovely attention to detail. The weather was warm and sunny and local food delicious. (by Homeaway, May 2017). L.: My husband and I spent the month of April in Mina's modern, but historic apartment. We did much of our own cooking, and since a farmers market with fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as a grocery store was only 200 meters away, it was easy to do. We also took advantage of numerous restaurants and cafes along the shopping streets and waterfront. The train station was an easy 10 minute walk, and we often took day trips by train to the many scenic small historic towns on the coast. The apartment is in a residential neighborhood that we felt safe walking in anytime, day or night. We attended several music events at the Verdi Theater only a 5 minute walk! We recommend Mina's place highly...her sunny rooftop terrace filled with plants and flowers just another plus! (May 2017, by airbnb) H.: My 10-year old and I had a lovely stay in Mina's beautiful apartment - just four nights, but enough to enjoy the highlights of Brindisi, Lecce, Ostuni and Polignano a Mare. Mina was a very welcoming and helpful host, and it was interesting to look through some of the books on her shelves. The apartment was wonderfully spacious with some lovely decorative touches, and all within easy walking distance of the port, railway station, 10 mins away from the airport by bus and a minute from the local market groaning with artichokes, spring greens, strawberries and garlands of garlic bulbs. Fantastic! Weather wasn't so great, so we'll have to come again when it's warmer and enjoy the terrace! Thank you Mina for a short but memorable stay! (April 2017, by airbnb) E.: An excellent place to stay if you want to feel some of the history of Brindisi. While in the heart of the old city centre, the house is very silent and well cured, offering nice spaces on the roof terrace. Very pleasant stay with Mina, who has a great eye for detail. ( by google, March 2017) C.: Lovely apartment, well situated and full of charm, and thanks to Mina for her disponibilité and kindness (Dicember 2016, by airbnb) R.: Mina is a great host, very helpful with suggestions about things to do, places to hang out and facilities in town. (November 2016, by booking) N.: Super Wohnung mitten in Brindisi! Wir haben es wunderbar gefunden und die kleine Auszeit sehr genossen (October 2016, by airbnb) C.: We had a great stay in the Templari B&B. Mina is a wonderful host - she made us feel very welcome, showed us around the apartment and gave us some useful tips on the neighbourhood and places to visit. The apartment was very comfortable - we especially liked the library room - and in a handy location for the market, nearby restaurants and the town center. (October 2016, by airbnb) K.: Beautiful place full of books!:) great location and staff. (October 2016, by booking) S.: Mirna ist ein superhost-sie hat sich um einen Parkplatz gekümmert,obwohl wir unerwartet früher angekommen sind. Das History des Hauses -als ehemalige Unterkunft der Templer- ist tatsächlich von ihr dokumentiert. Die Lage ist sehr zentral, Mirna eine liebevolle Gastgeberin und auch die frühstücksterasse ist genial. wir waren zu viert da und wir waren einer Meinung -perfekt! (October 2016, by airbnb) R.: I Templeri is an old place where pilgrims rested on the way to the holy land. We had a very nice stay at Mina's place. Her cat visited us often. It's a quiet place in the heart of the Brindisi town. We had breakfast on the roofterrace in the sun. Lovely! Mina responds very quick. She also managed to find a safe spot to park our car. Everything in walking distance! Very nice (October 2016, by airbnb) A.: Staying at Mina's has made my experience at Brindisi unique - I really felt like home. The apartment is cozy and charming, with love and cure for details. Mina has been super helpful all along, and allowed me to leave my luggage the day I arrived even if early. Had I not have to come back to NYC immediately after, I would have prolonged my stay for another week at least! Such a lovely host, and lovely apartment. Definitively recommended. K. taying in Mina's apartment was lovely in Brindisi. A nice little port town with old streets to wonder and a great gelateria on the harbour front! Mina's apartment is clean and very sweet. You can have breakfast outside on the terrace which is lovey. Agosto 2016 K.: Staying in Mina's apartment was lovely in Brindisi. A nice little port town with old streets to wonder and a great gelateria on the harbour front! Mina's apartment is clean and very sweet. You can have breakfast outside on the terrace which is lovey. (August 2016, by airbnb) Fijne B&B: Mina is vriendelijk en wil je al het moois over Brindisi vertellen. Prachtige accommodatie. (August 2016, by booking) V.: C'était ma première expérience avec B§B, grâce à Mina ma découverte des Pouilles a été sublime. Dès mon arrivée tardive, Mina a pris le temps de m'indiquer des lieux dans Brindisi où passer une bonne soirée selon ses envies. Le lendemain matin, nous avons pris un long moment pour échanger sur mes projets de visites de la région, connaissant parfaitement les Pouilles qu'elle aime, ça se sent, Mina m'a indiqué d'autres villes moins décrites dans les guides mais d'un charme authentique. Dans sa maison, on respire un peu d'histoire, celle "des Templiers" mais bien plus confortablement installé ! La bibliothèque est une mine pour qui lit l'italien ou l'anglais, et découvrir les Pouilles autrement. J'ai adoré mes petits-déjeuners sur la terrasse. Goûtez ses confitures maisons exquises ! Mina est à la fois disponible et discrète, à l'écoute et souriante, de belles qualités humaines. Grazie mille Very (August 2016, by airbnb) D.: Logement de qualité à Brindisi qui a été mon point de chute pour visiter la région des Pouilles. J'ai été très bien accueilli par Mina qui s'est montrée très accueillante et serviable. L’appartement est spacieux, propre, calme, la literie confortable, la terrasse très agréable. Je recommande vivement ce logement. Un grand merci à Mina pour sa gentillesse et ses attentions. (July 2016, by airbnb) C.: This apartment is so beautiful, and such a pleasure to stay in, that I almost hesitate to write this for fear other people will book it. I'm already scheming to come back as soon as possible. Every detail is perfect -- from the neighborhood to the beautiful, lovingly restored historic apartment, to the small details that match consideration with good taste. Thank you, Mina, for your mother's home made jam and cookies! As you can tell by their disappearance -- I loved them. Mina's B&B is immaculately clean, quiet enough for me to finish a last-minute writing assignment, and full of mysterious charm. Highly recommended. (July 2016, by airbnb) E.: El apartamento se encuentra en un bonito edificio historico en el casco Viejo. La calle es tranquila y bien situada. Mina tiene un apartamento alegre, limpio y bien cuidado. Desde el momento en que llegamos Mina nos trato con el maximo cuidado y atendio a nuestras preguntas y peticiones, no solo se comporto como nuestra anfitriona sino como nuestra amiga. Una experiencia realmente agradable, que repetire con seguridad. (June 2016, by airbnb) G.: We had an absolutely amazing time in Brindisi. The apartment is beautiful and full of history. Mina is a wonderful host and such a lovely lady. The bottle of wine and homemade jam are a lovely touch. The location of the apartment is ideal for exploring and the bed is so comfy! We loved the little door between the two bedrooms so we could get to the bathroom quicker! Also the sun terrace is great and lovely in the evening. Only downside is that parking in Brindisi is very difficult. We managed to park outside the apartment on two out of the three nights as the building next door is empty but it was a nightmare to park on the Saturday night. We would definitely recommend Mina's apartment to everyone. You really do live like a local and we couldn't have asked for a better stay. (June 2016, by airbnb) M.: The place is great and perfectly described on Airbnb site. Mina is living next door, sharing the same entrance/terrasse and it is perfect in case you have any question. See you at the occasion of another visit. (June 2016, by airbnb) S.: Mina's home is on a quiet street leading to the eleventh-century church of San Benedetto, whose cloister and doorway frieze you may well have the privilege of enjoying in solitude. Pass through the large wooden doors of the B&B, climb the two flights of stairs, and enter the terrace garden. The apartment itself is lovely: of impeccable taste, spacious, functional, with an impressive library of Italian books, as well as guides in English and Spanish. My wife and I traveled with three children all under age 6. They all loved it. You will want to take care of children on the steps leading to the roof terrace, but the top is worth it. We spent an afternoon playing up there, as flights of swifts darted and chattered overhead. Everything was as it looked in the photographs. Mina is a splendid host. She is at once discreet and generous. She made us a delicious apricot crostata (you are sure to be as lucky) and had the fridge stocked with some essentials when we arrived. This was as good a stay as I have ever had in Italy (forty years of experience); Brindisi deserves more hosts like Mina. The city also merits appreciation. Wander the streets from her house and you may be surprised by what you will discover well away from the regular crowds. I hope to return soon. (June 2016, by airbnb) R.: It was a very nice and comfortable staying at Mina's place and she was very kind and hospitable with me. The location is very good (downtown) and at the same time quiet. For sure I'll take into account in next visits. (May 2016, by airbnb) J.: Mina was very welcoming and helpful. We arrived late on a Friday and she kindly told us the best place to eat at that time. The apartment was spotless and exactly what we had been hoping for. Mina's restaurant recommendations were exactly right - particularly Gina's pizzas! If we ever return to Brindisi we will certainly stay with Mina again. Thanks again for a wonderful stay! (May 2016, by airbnb) K..: mina is such a lovely and helpful host and the apartement is so charming. we felt so at home. thank you dear mina s wonderful bed and breakfast. (May 2016, by airbnb) J.s: What a lovely spot in center city Brindisi. And Mina quickly responded to my needs and questions! The apartment is cozy, quiet, clean, with an updated bathroom. While there, I walked to the nearby morning market for fresh vegetables and fruit, stopped at a shop only two short blocks away for delicious local cheese. I highly recommend this listing! (April 2016, by airbnb) A.: Mina was an absolutely fantastic host. She was so understanding when we were late arriving, and throughout the stay she ensured we had everything we needed. The apartment itself was lovely. Beautiful high ceilings, a great view over the street and an amazing balcony area for sitting out in the hot nights. The bedrooms were beautifully decorated. We really enjoyed our stay in Brindisi. The town is very quaint, and every restaurant we went to was delicious. If you can, explore the surrounding countryside too as it has a lot of rustic charm. We would highly recommend Mina's apartment to anyone wanting to stay in Brindisi. (April 2016, by airbnb) L.: Dear Mina, We've had a wonderful stay at your B&B in Brindisi. Everything was just so enjoyable: the studio was beautiful and clean, the rooftop terrace was a particular delight and the location was very convenient. Also thank you a lot for all you help, regarding information, tips for restaurants and for letting us into you wonderful house. We can only recommend your place to everyone. Thank you so much. Kind regards, Elvi and Lieuwe (the Netherlands). (April 2016, by airbnb) V.e: The apartment is perfectly located, walking distance from everything, and still really quiet. It was perfect for our little family, spacious, clean, well equipped and decorated with taste. Mina is really a perfect host: responsive, helpful and friendly. She arranged a parking place for us (parking is not easy in Brindisi), brought fresh bread every morning and gave us some good tips for restaurants. We would definitively go back! Highly recommended. (March 2016, by airbnb) S.: Mina was a thoughtful and generous host for our two weeks in her lovely apartment. She helped us find parking and English-language newspapers in the neighborhood, suggested a number of good restaurants within a short walk, and even picked us up at the train station. Brindisi turned out to be an interesting place for our base to explore Puglia. The only negative was the weather in March: we had some rain every day. But I understand that followed two months with none at all. (March 2016, by airbnb) A.: The bed and breakfast is absolutely amazing, Mina made me and my friends feel very welcome and she has great tips about Brindisi and surroundings. The beds are very comfortable and it is just the best Italian experience you can have. If you go to Brindisi you have to stay here! Thank you Mina! (November 2015, by airbnb) G.: A third time in this Airbnb location, it becomes more and more a home away from home. You always are received with sweet surprise and a smile. It is located by foot as far from the railway station as from the water taxi dock (7-10 mins). Super markets and bakeries are around the corner, very convenient. The kitchen is well equipped, even for the espresso and café late lovers. Wonderful place. (November 2015, by airbnb) F.: Beaucoup d'attentions de toutes natures, des conseils personnalisés. .. Vraiment charmant (October 2015, by airbnb) B.: Mina was great as was her apartment She kindly met us and guided us from the station on a wet night when we got lost There was a very nice cake there for us plus essential items in the fridge It was in a very central location and she was a wonderful host We had a great time in Brindisi Thanks Mina (October 2015, by airbnb) S.: Mina was a friendly, helpful and welcoming host, who did her utmost to make sure our stay went smoothly. The apartment was just as described - comfortable, spotlessly clean and full of historic features and character. It was spacious enough for us to enjoy spending time there, and the outside space on the roof terrace was a lovely place to relax in the Brindisi sunshine. We very much enjoyed our visit to Brindisi and if ever we return we'd happily stay with Mina (and Topolino) again. (October 2015, by airbnb) K.: Väldigt fint och trevligt boende, Mina var väldigt hjälpsam och tillmötesgående. Boendet ligger väldigt centralt men lugnt område i Brindisi så det var väldigt enkelt att röra sig i staden! (September 2015, by airbnb) H.: Templari B&B is a very charming and historic house. Both the apartment and the terrace were beyond beautiful, and Mina was a very lovely and helpful host. She allowed us to check in early, had a delicious cake waiting for us, and was ready to answer our many questions about the town! I would heartily recommend staying at TemplariB&B and plan to return :) (September 2015, by airbnb) R.: Mina est une très charmante hôtesse. Nous avons été très bien accueilli. L appartement est très beau. Le petit déjeuner avec le gâteau et la confiture fait maison était un délice. (August 2015, by airbnb) A.: Sisustus, vaikus, puhtus (August 2015, by booking) D.: I absolutely LOVED my time at Mina's. This place is a little paradise. It has everything you could ever need for a relaxing stay. Mina was an extremely kind and gracious host. She allowed me to arrive early and had a beautiful cake waiting :). Brindisi is a wonderful little Italian town with beautiful architecture and a nice coastal feel. Also probably the best gelato I've had in Italy. The cafe Betty downtown lets you rent out a bike (for free) which was amazing! I felt so comfortable and at home in Brindisi and in this apartment, and I hope I can return one day in the future. Grazie mille, Mina! (August 2015, by airbnb) M.: Mina's apartment is wonderful, superclean, big and cozy, and it is well located in a quiet street in the heart of Brindisi's historic area. It is very close to the airport, too. Mina was a really nice and helpful host; she gave us complete privacy but was always available whenever we needed her. Moreover, she greeted us with a homemade cake baked for the occasion and provided a full breakfast and lots of good advice on what places to visit (Torre Guaceto beaches are not to be missed; thank you, Mina!). Of course, we're looking forward to coming back soon. Thank you so much, Mina! You made us feel at home and we're so happy we met you! Hope to meet you again very soon! (August 2015, by airbnb) G.: A nice place that needs to be checked out, whenever you come to Brindisi; it is in the historic town, and is spacious and has all you need for your stay, including a large outdoors (patio/terrace) and a host that gives you a personal feel, rather than the impersonal hotel approach. On top of that, you pay half of what you pay in a hotel in Brindisi, with four times more living space. (August 2015, by airbnb) G.: As a welcome there was a delicious cake waiting for me; in the course of the week other delicious cakes followed. This was the second time I stayed at the Templari B&B and host Mina has built in a small kitchen, a great improvement compared to the situation before. It has made the place really a great option for a small sized family, a couple with a child, or just those who live on a shoestring. Nearby there is a supermarket, while a bakery and take-away pizza bakery are only a block away. The place is in the middle of historic Brindisi town, with the shopping streets (3-5m), the railway station (5-7m) and the boulevard (10-13m) at short walking distance away. The place is tastefully furnished and offers an outdoors that is as large as the indoor space. A place to check out in Brindisi, as it is worth every single euro. (August 2015, by airbnb) P.: Great and really friendly host. The studio is cosy and has everything you need during your stay. It also has the perfect location! I really felt like home and I miss the place already! (July 2015, by airbnb) M.: L'appartement de Mina est charmant et parfaitement situé à Brindisi. Mina nous a réservé un accueil très chaleureux, avec notamment un gâteau fait maison pour le petit déjeuner et de très bons conseils pour notre séjour. Encore merci ! (July 2015, by airbnb) D.: Mina's flat is lovely, it's a little studio to the side of her own house. The main bedroom is very comfortable and quiet and there's a terrace on the roof which is a great spot to sit and have a glass of wine after a day of sightseeing. The place was clean and there's a small but well equipped kitchen. We didn't spend much time actually in the studio, but it's a great place to stay if you just want a base from which you can explore the area as we did. Mina was lovely and very welcoming - she answered messages almost immediately and was on hand to deal with any issues. I fell down the stairs leading to the flat as we were moving in (they're very slippy when wet...) and Mina was incredibly nice, she allowed us to check in early, brought us homemade cake and a bottle of prosecco, offered to arrange a doctor... Some very minor drawbacks - there's no air con in the main sitting room, but if you leave the bedroom door open then the cool air drifts through so it's not a big issue, and the bed in the second room is quite small for 2 people although the couple we were travelling with didn't mind too mind too much. (July 2015, by airbnb) (note: now the bed in the second bedroom is double French type, from February 2016) G.: From the second we arrived we felt welcomed and Mina made the extra effort by already stacking our fridge with fruit, milk, bread, coffee, etc and she even made us a little coffee cake that was delicious! Cute place, great for small families, great location, walking distance to everything. (July 2015, by airbnb) J.: Mina made us feel very welcome as soon as we arrived with a tour of the apartment and a delicious home made cake! The apartment itself is immaculate and beautiful. It's in a wonderful location on a peaceful street and we spent hours on the roof terrace sunbathing. We felt very at home and well looked after by Mina. Brindisi is also a really nice area with lots of delicious restaurants and a real Italian experience. We would really like to stay again some day as we had the perfect holiday. Thank you Mina. (July 2015, by airbnb) R.: The best Airbnb experience so far! What a wonderful apartment and what a welcoming, friendly en inspiring host is Mina. We booked the apartment for 12 days and every day was perfect. During our stay Mina baked cakes for us, gave us fresh fruits from the market en asked about our days. She also gave us advise about where to go and how to get there. She even took us a night out when it was midsummer night. The neighbourhood is a good place to stay. Shops are close, just as the restaurants, the bus stop en the harbour. I can not make up anything that I would change about our stay in this apartment with Mina. (June 2015, by airbnb) V.: Mina was extremely welcoming and each day I felt like I was coming back to my own home. The location is very central but not noisy, and the apartment is very nicely decorated and renovated. I loved watching the sunset from the rooftop, and Mina was very friendly helping to answer all my questions. I will definitely stay again when I'm next in Brindisi. (June 2015, by airbnb) T.: Это были чудесные дни в прекрасном доме. Дом старинный,но очень удобный. Он находится в центре города на тихой улице. Рядом есть рынок, где можно купить свежие овощи, фрукты, рыбу, несколько пекарен, кафе и ресторанов. До главной улицы можно дойти пешком за 5 минут. До железнодорожной станции- за 10 минут. Мина очень приветливая и гостеприимная хозяйка. К нашему приезду она испекла фантастический вкусный кекс! Мне бы очень хотелось приехать еще в Бриндизи! С Миной мы прощались как друзья. (June 2015, by airbnb) M.: Appartement très agréable et charmant situé au coeur de Brindisi. Mina est toujours disponible pour des conseils sur la ville. Une adresse que nous recommandons à tous ceux qui désirent s'établir pour quelques jours dans cette sympathique ville. (May 2015, by airbnb) M.: Mina was a wonderful host! She baked a delicious cake with local products for our arrival, let fresh greens on the table, and she invited us to a memorable aperitivo with her where we have learned a lot about Italy, architecture, environmental issues, politics and religion. It was one of the best Airbnb experience I never had and of course, the house is lovely, clean, comfortable, perfectly calm and well organized. Thank you Mina for your kindness, your energy and your wonderful personality. (May 2015, by airbnb) R.: I stayed at Mina's B&B for two weeks and I was so glad I had chosen her place! The rooms are beautiful! The B&B is a two bedroom, with a bathroom/shower, study/library, and a mini-kitchen. It is in a beautifully renovated historical building right in the center of the old town, five minutes walk away from pretty much everything in town. Mina is a lovely and welcoming host, whose home-baked cakes and tarts are amazing! (April 2015, by airbnb) A.: Mina is a very warm hostess who provided us with delicious home baked cakes and also her mothers home made jams - which was a real treat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Templar B&B - it is exactly as advertised and spotlessly clean. The location is very central for strolling the lovely streets and visiting historical places in Brindisi. Templar B&B itself is beautifully and lovingly restored by Mina and it was wonderful to see some original Templar drawings and especially the original Templar Knight artifacts. It was a very special experience to stay there. Thank you Mina. (April 2015, by airbnb) J.: The place was great, special detail is the front gate. Mina made us feel very welcome and offered to help us out with additional services. Of course her restaurant tip was spot-on (Siamo Fritti). (March 2015, by airbnb) E.: Very nice appartment in perfect location (March 2015, by airbnb) G.: What a lovely experience this was! We informed our host beforehand we would bring an infant and specially for that occasion Mina had arranged a baby bed, baby bath, changing pad and high chair. There were some items in the fridge (like homemade jam, fruits) and a bottle of wine as welcoming presents. Mina regularly checked up on us to see if we were doing ok, or if we needed something. Shops, bakeries, restaurants, the railway station and the city's boulevard are all within minutes from the historic location. An unforgettable experience and a reason more to come back to Brindisi! (November 2014, by airbnb) R.: Mina hat mich herzlich willkommen geheissen und mir ihre mit sehr viel Geschmack restaurierte Wohnung gezeigt. Sie hatte alles fürs Frühstück bereit gestellt, eine grosse Auswahl an Tee- und Kaffeesorten, frische Früchte, Yoghurt, Milch, selbstgemachte Konfitüre etc. Alles in der Wohnung ist bestens eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Die Lage ist sehr zentral, in einer kleinen Strasse in der hübschen Altstadt von Brindisi, ein paar Minuten vom Bahnhof, vom Meer und allen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Absolut zu empfehlen! (November 2014, by airbnb) D.: Stylish, warm and elegant are some of the words that come to mind when I think back to this wonderful appartment. It's ideally located within walking distance from both the train station and the old harbour. There is even a bike rental shop just around the corner for those who want to wander further away without taking the car. The appartment is situated in a truly historic builing which still bares traces from its origins as a hospital in Templar times! Mina, the owner, made our stay even more delightful. Stylish, warm-hearted and elegant herself, she provides her guests with small attentions like artisan bread and cookies, coffee, tea plus marmelade, milk and mineral water in the refrigerator. She even surprised us with some rosé wine while we were relaxing on the roof terrace! Thank you once again, Mina! We certainly hope to come back some day. (September 2014, by airbnb) L.: This was a great little place to stay in Brindisi with very good value for money. The host was helpful and kind. The location is great. (September 2014, by airbnb) J.: My stay at Mina's B&B was the best airbnb-experience I ever had. This is really the best example for how airbnb should always works. The entire contact was very kind, warm and helpful. Mina answered always directly and helped me a lot in this foreign area. At first, she arranged a really good solution for parking, only a few meters away from her house and helped me, because it was a little bit difficult to communicate with the owner of the parking station, because he only speaks Italian. Furthermore she gave me a lot of good and interesting insider tips to visit and at least she helped me also to get my boarding pass printing. In addition she supplied me with traditional bread of Apulia or self-made marmalade of her mother. It is really impressive, that she is the directly neighbor and also owner of the apartment, but she is in any way very inconspicuous. But if you need her or some help, she is always present. She is really a perfect host and I'm still impressed of her kindness. So she invited me to have a glass of wine with her and her family and at my last evening we had also a nice communication. Thank you Mina again for this familiar atmosphere. It was really a pleasure for me. The apartment is very nice and well-decorated with a lot of love in detail. The great work of Mina as an architect is shown in the whole surrounding of this great house with such an interesting history. I felt very well, there was so much space for me and I liked the terrace, where you can enjoy the view on top of the roof about Brindisi, have a glas of wine or read something. The spirit of this old town area was amazing and inspired me a lot. The apartment is also located near by every nice place of Brindisi and only a little walk away from the harbor with some great bars and restaurants. The beach is also not far away, but although to catch by car or bus (10 Minutes). I highly recommend a stay at Mina's B&B. I would say, in this moment it is still an insider tipp to get a wonderful airbnb-experience in a nice and immaculate area of Italy. (September 2014, by airbnb) K.: What a house! They say that designers have attention to detail and Mina's house does not disappoint! The view is incredible and the house is close to everything. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. The house was immaculate and everything was beautiful. Mina was charming and we were very happy to have chosen her house to stay at. Definitely we would choose it again and recommend you to stay there. She was very sweet and even welcomed our dog, Beast, into her home. I hope that her cat wasn't too scared! :) (August 2014, by airbnb) J.: I had a great time at Mina's place. Mina is warm and friendly and the apartment felt peaceful and calm. I was completely fascinated by the rich history of the building, and Mina has done a fantastic job of using her architectural design skills to combine the building's Medieval history with clean, contemporary design. I had a chance to visit the very local (and very friendly) restaurants and bars, and I left Brindisi feeling super relaxed and happy. I totally recommend Mina's place and wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if I return to Brindisi... (July 2014, by airbnb) J.: I really enjoyed my stay with Mina in Brindisi. The apartment is wonderful; tastefully decorated, very clean and excellent value for money. The air-conditioning was also a real bonus for a July visit! Mina is a thoughtful host and lives in a house with a fascinating history. The location is very central and the directions to the flat were accurate and easy to follow. The apartment is full of useful information on local transport, history and places to visit. I would definitely recommend staying with Mina when you visit Brindisi. (July 2014, by airbnb) S.: I chose this B&B for our 4 nights in Brindisi because of the excellent location in the historical center and therefore I came with high expectations. I couldn't have made a better choice! It is situated in a beautiful part of the City, particularly quiet and close to everything. Mina received me with a warm welcome and she provided lots of recommendations on the city, including maps and booklet, she even arranged a safe parking space solution nearby. The room, living room and bathroom were super clean, spacious, confortable with all necessary equipment and on the top of that it’s very nicely decorated with a lot of taste and well arranged. I will also never forget the lovely and quiet patio immediately accessible from the room and embellished with plants and flowers. I would definitely recommend and would stay again in Mina’s B&B. Do not hesitate to stay there, you will enjoy !!! (July 2014, by airbnb) D.: This was my best AirBnB experience ever! Mina is a gracious host who went above and beyond any other host in making our stay comfortable and enjoyable on Brindisi. The apartment is just as it appears on line ... But even better in person! I so glad we stayed here, and just can't say enough good things about it. (June 2014, by airbnb) C.: A splendid place I will definitely go back! Mina is lovely, the room very clean and full of history, the location is perfect .... I spent some time but unfortunately I felt really good (June 2014, by airbnb) S.: E stata una vacanza bellissima ! Mina è una persona squisita e il suo B&B è un angolo di paradiso... Il caffé prima della partenza con Mina ed un suo amico era un momento di grande relax e di begli scambi. Merci beaucoup Mina :-) (May 2014, by airbnb) S.: - 2 weeks in Mina piazza in B & B Templari - Mina is a very lovable person, full of warmth, humor, kindness and helpfulness - it's been a really wonderful experience ... the place is very cozy and beautiful - even the cat Mickey Mouse was sweet ... already dreaming of going back and experience spring in Puglia ... Thanks for a great time (Jenuary 2014, by airbnb) R.: Brindisi Templari B&B was a charming oasis for a quick overnight stay. The room was comfortable, well appointed, easy to find and walking distance to the harbor and just about anywhere in town. I had a short stay this time, but definitely would come back again. Mina was a sweetheart and shared some of the history of the B&B with me. All in all a very good experience. (September 2013, by airbnb) L.: Mina is a very welcoming woman. The B&B is separate (accross the courtyard) from her living area so you get total privacy. The rooms are located in a tastefully decorated, elegant 18th century building with high ceilings. Mina kindly helped with our travel plans and gave ideas about what to do in the city. She recommended an excellent restaurant where we had a fabulous seafood dinner. We would never have found it without her help. I wish we could have had the chance to stay longer so we could have got to know her better. (September 2013, by airbnb) C.: Mina was a terrific host and I would certainly recommend her to anyone. Her apartment was lovely and she was very helpful. (August 2013, by airbnb) M.: BEAUTIFUL PLACE and GREAT LOCATION! Mina was an outstanding host. She even provided us with some of her mothers homemade fig jam, which was delicious. THANK YOU for a GREAT EXPERIENCE (August 2013, by airbnb) R.: Unfortunately due to a plumbing problem at the property I could not stay for the night. However, despite being ill Mina very kindly arranged alternative accommodation nearby so as not to inconvenience me which I think shows exemplary service and so thank you Mina for your thoughtfulness and for putting yourself out for me despite your condition. (June 2013, by airbnb) D.: We spent one week with Mina and enjoyed every single day with her! The house and the apartment is so charming and beautiful restored. For me as an architect it was a pleasure to stay here. She arranged everything with so much sensitivity and love! We felt like being with a friend, which was perfect! And she was always taking care of us, arranged us a parking lot for the whole week and gave us some suggestions to places we should go to. Anyone who is planning a trip to Apulia, you should stay with Mina ... it´s a perfect place to be! (June 2013, by airbnb) R.: Where to begin as this is a true gem of a place, a jewel of what essentially is a mini apartment with a fantastic bathroom, tea/coffee on hand and a nice breakfast with home-made treats included! The bedroom itself is both stylish and comfortable and all the flowers and Mickey Mouse (Mina's cat) are a lovely bonus! Mina was also very kind enough to meet me at the airport but as I didn't get her message due to not being to check my emails en-route then sadly I missed but it showed how thoughtful and kind MIna and that she will always go that extra mile such as booking a restaurant for lunch! There is a wonderful calm and serene atmosphere at the Templari which despite it being not far from the hustle and bustle of Brindisj is a glorious haven and so having the opportunity to stay in such a beautiful and sensitive renovation is an absolute joy. But best of all is Mina herself, a charming and delightful host whose company I greatly enjoyed and I only wish I could have spent more time with as she is such an interesting person so thank you Mina and I will look no further when returning to Brindisi. (May 2013, by airbnb) M.: I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Mina's B&B while on a training course in Brindisi. Set in a beautiful building in the historic centre, it was very convenient for all the local sights and some great restaurants. Mina is very attentive to her guests, and I certainly hope to stay there again when i am next in Brindisi. (April 2013, by airbnb) L.: It's an incredible experience living in an house that is so full of history and encountering such a charming host. (April 2013, by airbnb) C.: I flew 3 hours and left snow and ice behind in Sweden to arrive at Mina's lovely and interresting place in central Brindisi. Clean, practical, private and comfortable with Wifi, patios with sunchair, and coffeetable makes being in or out easy. Mina is a gracious host who takes special care to tune into each of us different visitors and our needs. Living in Brindisi at Mina's special place was a very convenient choice for discovering Brindisi as well as Lecce, only 25 min away by train at a cost of less than 3 Euro. From the Airport you simply take a local bus for 1.50 Euro. It is so convenient to travel that I already long to go back to spend a few days at Mina's in Brindisi Templari B&B! (April 2013, by airbnb) T.: Had a lovely evening in the apartment in Brindisi. Mina was a very help and friendly hostess and went out of her way to make us feel welcome and to help us with aspects of our future travel. We would love to have stayed longer. (October 2012, by airbnb) R.: Mina has a beautiful home with adjacent but seperate B&B quarters lovingly converted from an old Templari residence in the centrally located Brindisi historic district. Mina is an architect and the detail of this residence is simple and elegant. Mina is a gracious host and recommended a great restaurant close by on the waterfront. This was a charming experience for my wife and I. We would go back in a flash. (September 2012, by airbnb) A.: We booked to stay at Mina's for only one night but once we arrived we wished we'd booked for a much longer stay. The B&B is beautiful, the rooms massive, the location perfect (very close to the airport, restaurants and bars) and Mina was such a great host. She gave us great recommendations on where to eat. We will definitely be back. Thanks Mina! (September 2012, by airbnb) M.: A really gorgeous b&b in a lovely old secret town - Brindisi. Much overlooked by the traveller this little city holds much historic mystery once you delve a little deeper. Mina is very knowledgeable of the area and its stories, and because she is a talented architect has even created some her own history in some much-loved places in Brindisi. I couldn't recommend a stay here any more highly - thank you Mina! (August 2012, by airbnb) C.: La estancia ha sido estupenda. Mina es una gran anfitriona! (August 2012, by airbnb) C.: Charming and well located building in center of Brindisi, very convinient and close to shops and the harbour area. Mina knows how to take care of her host and she'll make you feel at home.. No doubt I will come back! (July 2012, by airbnb) M.: Mina is a architect so of course she has very good taste. I supposed to met my friend but planed was changed. So Mina invited me to hangout with her friends, and more over I felt like I was not only the guest of but also being accepted like a friend. Brindisi is a small town and the people are very kind. Each part of the house is designed by Mina, the house is huge and with a massive roof terrance, newly renovated, with a history since year 1200, located less than 5mins slow walk to town centre. I had my own place on the other part of the house, own TV, bathroom and own smoking area. It is clam and quiet. I was well taking cared by Mina in her beautiful house, welcomed with some nice cool rose wine, breakfast ready right after I woke up. You may also be lucky to have a lift between airport and the house if Mina is not busy. Mina is chill and clam, besides that she is absolutely cool house host. Thank you MIna and your friends. (July 2012, by airbnb) S.: Very nice host, very nice, clean, and comfortable room. (June 2012, by airbnb) F.: I Templari has been the best B&B we have stayed at. Daniela and I were hesitant to stay with Mina, as she had no reviews at the time we were debating booking this place. I could write a novel stating how great the templari b&b and Mina were--so I am going to try to keep it short. Her home decor makes you feel relaxed. Mina has restored the entire place giving it her own taste, while preserving the Templar history. Her B&B used to be a hospital during the Christian crusade so there are all these Templar inscriptions in the her home. The rooms(there are 2) are simple and elegant with comfortable beds; the bathroom is spacious and clean, and the entire place had the clearest wifi we had in all of Italy! Mina was AMAZING! She picked us up from the train station around 11 p.m. The next day she invited us to go to the beach and dinner with her and her friends. Our last night there she walked us around the town and pointed out other archeological and historical sites! Not to mention, the next day, she helped us make our last minute ferry bookings and told us how to get to our port to go to Crete. I must say, this is the first time I have felt comfortable and safe while traveling(we have been traveling for 2 months now). We left everything out because the place is extremely secure. We felt as if we were staying with a friend or family member. Mina is a kind, honest person. You will not regret staying at this B&B! (June 2012, by airbnb) |