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Torre Rinalda Beach Camping & Resort
Lecce, Apulia, ItalyShow on map
3.5Accommodation from € 899,73 per week
- Free cancellation until 15 February
- Only 25% deposit
At a glance
Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort is a 4-star beachfront family camping resort located directly on the Adriatic coast in Salento, Apulia. Spanning 15 hectares with direct sandy beach access, swimming pools, and extensive sports facilities, it's ideal for families with children aged 4-16 seeking a Mediterranean seaside holiday near Lecce.
- Stars
- 4
- Location
- Torre Rinalda, Salento, Apulia, Italy
- Distance to Lecce
- 15 kilometres
- Site size
- Approximately 15 hectares
- Beach
- Direct access to a private sandy beach
- Swimming pools
- 2 outdoor swimming pools, 1 toddler pool
- Accommodation types
- Mobile homes, glamping tents, pitches for caravans, campervans and tents
- Facilities
- Restaurant, pizzeria, bar, supermarket, playgrounds, sports fields, beach volleyball, archery, bike rental, entertainment programme
- Plenty of swimming opportunities
- Proximity to cultural attractions
- Diverse facilities
In Salento, where Italy narrows to its sun-bleached heel and the Adriatic turns an impossible turquoise, there is Torre Rinalda Beach Camping & Resort — Puglia at its most elemental and most indulgent.
The resort stretches over 15 hectares of unspoiled nature, directly on the crystalline sea of Salento. Fifteen hectares of low maquis, maritime pine, and wild olive, all edged by a private, powder-soft beach with direct access to the beach on a 15-hectare estate. You wake to the scent of salt and oregano, you fall asleep to the hush of waves. This is barefoot luxury, Italian-style.
Location is everything. Just 15 kilometres from Lecce — that impossibly beautiful Baroque city — and about 20 minutes' drive from its golden piazzas and papercut churches. From here, both Otranto and Gallipoli lie about 50 kilometres away, perfect for languid day trips between swims. You are in the heart of Salento, yet deliciously removed from it.
Days here move between sea and pool with effortless grace. You'll find two pools — one for grownups, one for little ones — plus an indoor pool and toddler's pool for early and late season swims. Between dips: two tennis courts, a football pitch, a sports court, a playground that actually delights, cycle hire for pine-shaded rides, a fitness centre, and watersports — windsurfing and diving — available just beyond the dunes.
Evenings are pure Puglia. The restaurant-pizzeria on site has an a la carte menu specialising in Salentino-style cuisine alongside traditional Italian dishes, from orecchiette with cime di rapa to wood-fired pizzas blistered just so. The beach bar with takeaway serves spritzes at sunset. A kids' club, evening entertainment, and a multilingual animation team create that rare benefit: time — for you.
Torre Rinalda is not a place to stay. It's a place to belong, if only for a sun-drenched week.
- Plenty of swimming opportunitiesDirect access to a beautiful sandy Adriatic beach combines perfectly with extensive outdoor swimming facilities.
- Proximity to cultural attractionsExceptional Salento location places historic Lecce and stunning coastal attractions within easy driving distance.
- Diverse facilitiesLarge family-focused resort offering sports, entertainment, dining and beach holidays all in one destination.
Why this campsite
✔ Direct Sandy Beach Spend days enjoying crystal-clear waters and soft golden sands.
✔ Large Pool Complex Alternate between beach fun and refreshing family swimming daily.
✔ Salento Coast Location Discover Puglia's famous coastline and charming historic towns.
✔ Family Entertainment Programme Keep children engaged with activities, games and evening shows.
✔ Sports And Activities Enjoy beach volleyball, archery and numerous outdoor adventures.
✔ Spacious Holiday Resort Benefit from extensive grounds offering comfort and freedom.
✔ Near Historic Lecce Explore spectacular Baroque architecture and vibrant Italian culture.
✔ Excellent Family Facilities Enjoy dining, shopping and leisure amenities conveniently onsite.
- Lagoon pool
- Pool
- Kids pool
- Outdoor pool
- Solarium
- Sunbeds and Umbrellas - Pool
- Sunbeds must be rented at pool
- Bathing cap
- Bathing cap obligatory
- Bermuda
- Bermudas allowed in Pool
- Showers
Two outdoor swimming pools.
Large family pool.
Children's paddling pool (approximately 60cm depth).
Sun terraces and loungers.
Pool Depths: Children's pool approximately 0.60m; main pool varying depths.
Swimming Pool Opening Dates and Times
Opening Period: Approximately May to September.
Opening Hours: Typically 09:30 – 19:00 daily.
- Windsurfing
- SUP
- Fishing
Water sports at Torre Rinalda start with the sea itself: crystal-clear water right beside the campsite, perfect for swimming and splashing. Our tip: pack a snorkel and mask for the whole family. Fancy a change of scenery? Porto Cesareo, 35 km away, is famous for its clear waters.
- Sea
- Sandy beach
- Public beach
- Private path to the beach
- Sunbeds and umbrellas
- Sun umbrellas for hire
- Sun umbrellas included
- Sunbeds included
- Sunbeds for hire
- Dogs allowed at beach
- SUP board for hire
The Adriatic is practically your front garden here. The campsite has direct access to its private sandy beach, with clear water and safe bathing for families. Pack the buckets, claim your spot on the sand and wander back for lunch. For a change of scenery, Torre Chianca Beach is 5 km away.
- Restaurant
- Pizzeria
- Take away available
- Beach bar
- Pool bar
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Gluten free food available
- Lactose free food available
Where does a Puglian beach day end? Right on site, with a table at the restaurant, a pizza at the pizzeria or a drink at the bar. In high season the restaurant is open from about 08:00 to 23:00, so early starters and late diners are both covered. Our tip: make pizza night the reward for a day on the sand.
- 5-a-side football
- Basketball
- Volleybal
- Beach volleyball
- Tennis court
- Padel
- Tabletennis
- Sports tournaments
- Organized excursions
- Bicycle hire
Who says holidays mean sitting still? At Torre Rinalda the sports courts are ready for friendly family showdowns, and beach volleyball keeps the competitive spirit fizzing. Budding Robin Hoods can try archery, while sports tournaments give teenagers a stage to shine. Hire bicycles and pedal along the Salento coast at holiday pace, or join an organised excursion to discover the region with zero planning. Active days here end with happy, pleasantly tired children.
- Playground
- Table soccer
- Live Music
- Mini club
- Outdoor theater
- Big screen for Live sports
- Animation
- For toddlers
- For children
- For Adults
- Limited in low season
- Animation languages
- Italian
- Mini disco
- Dance nights
- Junior Club
- Beach Games
- Cabaret
What does a day at Torre Rinalda sound like? From June to early September the entertainment team keeps the whole family busy. Children's activities usually run 10:00-12:00, sports sessions follow at 16:00-18:00, and evening entertainment typically starts at 21:00 with shows and events. Younger children make friends quickly, teenagers get their tournaments, and parents get a well-earned sundowner.
- Access for persons with reduced mobility
- Info point
- Night Watchman
- Doctor available on call
- Transfers to airport
- Languages spoken
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Payments
- Mastercard
- Pets allowed
- Dogs allowed
- Cats allowed
- Some accommodations only
- Dangerous breeds not allowed
- Dog Facilities
- Dog exercise park
- Dog shower
- Paved Roads
- Gravel Roads
- Parking zones in the park
- Charging points
- Parking available next to accommodations
- Pitches for tents
- Pitches for campers and Caravans
- Pitch with water connection
- Pitch with drainage
- Electricity on pitch
- Baby changing facilities
- Private bathrooms available
- Showers
- Camper stop
- Launderette
- Washing machines
- Clothes dryers
- Outdoor fitness
- Fitness / stretching
- Free
- Available in all areas
Details
- Location
- Near the sea
- Terrain
- Flat
- Distance sea/lake
- Directly at sea
- Accommodation type
- Safari tent, Pitch, Mobile home
- Suitable for
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12), Teenagers (13+), Seniors, Adults
- Luxury level
- Deluxe
- Address
- Via Simeone D’Antona, Loc. Torre Rinalda (Marina di Lecce) 1, 73100, Lecce
Click to enlargeThe surroundings
What does the countryside around Torre Rinalda look like? Think Salento at its most photogenic: a sandy Adriatic shoreline backed by coastal dunes, pine trees casting welcome shade and olive groves rolling inland. Mediterranean scrubland and coastal wetlands attract plenty of birdlife, so bring binoculars for early-morning walks. Torre Chianca Beach, 5 km away, adds more sand and turquoise water. Just 15 km away the scenery switches to Lecce, a Baroque city of lively piazzas. Nature in the morning, culture by evening: all within easy reach of your pitch or mobile home.
Distances
- Distance sea/lake
- Directly at sea
- Nearest airport
- Brindisi (Salento Airport) (BDS), 35 km
- Distance from Utrecht
- 2070 km
- Distance from Calais
- 2115 km
Getting there by bus
Torre Rinalda Centro bus stop, about 800 m away
- Beach
- Sea
- Historical Attractions
Sights & attractions
- Lecce Historic Centre15 kmAdmire magnificent Baroque architecture and lively Italian piazzas.
- Torre Chianca Beach5 kmRelax on beautiful sandy beaches beside turquoise waters.
- Acaya Castle25 kmExplore impressive Renaissance fortifications and fascinating history.
- Cesine Nature Reserve28 kmObserve wildlife within protected coastal wetlands and forests.
- Brindisi Waterfront40 kmDiscover maritime heritage and bustling Mediterranean atmosphere enthusiastically.
- Porto Cesareo35 kmEnjoy stunning beaches and famous crystal-clear waters nearby.
- Gallipoli Old Town55 kmWander charming historic streets surrounded by the sea.
- Otranto50 kmVisit one of Puglia's most picturesque coastal towns.
- Zoo Safari Fasano95 kmExperience exciting wildlife encounters and family attractions together.
- Santa Maria di Leuca80 kmDiscover dramatic coastal scenery at Italy's southeastern tip.
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Pets
Yes, dogs are generally permitted on selected pitches and accommodation types. Cats are also accepted, subject to campsite regulations.
Cars and parking
Roads on site are mostly paved or compacted gravel, so getting around is smooth. Parking is usually beside your accommodation or on a designated space nearby, so unloading the car after the long drive south is easy.
Reception
Arrival at Torre Rinalda is refreshingly relaxed: check-in runs 16:00-20:00, so the journey south can take its time. Check-out is 08:00-10:00, leaving the rest of the day for one last beach stroll. Our tip: ask about bicycle hire and organised excursions, and start exploring Salento with zero planning.
Supermarket
Holiday shopping made simple: the onsite mini-market covers your everyday essentials without leaving the resort. For a bigger stock-up, the supermarket in Torre Chianca is about 4 km away, and Farmacia Torre Chianca is about 5 km away. Quick errands, more time on the beach.
Wi-Fi
Planning to share holiday snaps in real time? Our tip: ask the reception team at check-in (16:00-20:00) how to get online on the campsite. Then switch to holiday mode, with the sandy beach, the pools and the Salento coast waiting just outside your door.
Additional information
Address: Via Simeone D'Antona 1, Loc. Torre Rinalda, Marina di Lecce, 73100 Lecce, Italy. Distance from Utrecht: Approximately 1,930 km by road. Suggested Route: Utrecht → Cologne → Frankfurt → Munich → Brenner Pass → Bologna → Bari → Lecce → Torre Rinalda. Distance from Calais: Approximately 1,970 km / 1,224 miles by road. Distance from Pozzallo (Sicily): Approximately 760 km by road. Nearest International Airport: Brindisi Salento Airport (BDS), approximately 26 km. Total Number of Pitches and Accommodation Units: Approximately 1,000 pitches and accommodation units Nearest Petrol Station: Q8 Service Station Torre Chianca, approximately 4.5 km. Nearest Pharmacy: Farmacia Torre Chianca, approximately 5 km.
Tip from our team
Guests who return regularly to Torre Rinalda often say the greatest advantage is its direct beachfront location. Many families recommend starting the day at the beach before temperatures peak, then moving to the pool complex during the afternoon. Reviews frequently praise the spacious pitches, well-maintained grounds and the abundance of shade provided by mature pine and olive trees throughout the resort. One of the most common recommendations is to explore Lecce during the evening. The city becomes wonderfully atmospheric after sunset, when illuminated Baroque buildings and lively cafés create a truly memorable experience. Returning guests also suggest hiring bicycles to discover the surrounding coastline and nearby beaches at a relaxed pace. Families consistently highlight the entertainment team and children's activities as a major strength during the summer season. Younger children quickly make friends, while teenagers enjoy the sports tournaments and evening events. Many reviewers also praise the convenience of having a restaurant, supermarket and beach facilities all within walking distance. Nature lovers should visit the nearby Cesine Nature Reserve, while beach enthusiasts often recommend taking day trips to Porto Cesareo and Gallipoli to experience some of Salento's most famous coastal scenery. Guests frequently comment that Torre Rinalda offers an excellent combination of beach relaxation, family entertainment and cultural discovery, making it one of the most complete holiday destinations in the Lecce area.
Reviews
3.5Good876 reviews via Tripadvisor
All reviews on Tripadvisor 876 reviews via Tripadvisor
Not recommended“Campsite looks beautiful at first glance. Staff at arrival very friendly. The horror began on the very first evening, due to the entertainment from the neighboring campsite. Music at an abnormal volume until after midnight. I must say, we love music and have understanding for the entertainment, but when it exceeds a level that leads to headaches, then that is unacceptable. Supermarket almost empty, fruit and vegetables that were still available were rotten; even if it is almost the end of the season, at least the basic food items should be available and edible. Due to the points mentioned, we cut our vacation short after 3 days and described this to the reception as well. Here, the friendly staff ended very quickly and cancellation fees were added to the bill. Stay away from this place if you want to have a relaxing vacation.”
910ankeg
Camping vacation!“I stayed with my family the last week of August at this actual village that includes both a campsite and a resort with bungalows, mobile homes, and glamping tents. The village is very large but overall well laid out, even if without a bicycle some services can be a bit far. It is on the sea, so it takes very little to be on the beach. Sandy beach and fabulous sea, nothing to say. I stayed in a bungalow, very nice, practically new and well laid out, found it clean and with everything necessary. Beautiful and large pool. There are various playing fields, some for a fee and honestly I don't quite understand the choice. There is a market, with an excellent butcher shop but the prices are a bit high especially for some products. Entertainment is present, they are all young people but in my opinion it is not fully convincing, especially the miniclub which is not very engaging when it should instead be a strong point, and often the programming is not very clear. There are bars and restaurants, in particular the one on the beach is an excellent self-service for lunch. Overall I can say I am satisfied, fair price/quality ratio.”
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Frequently asked questions
Is er wifi op Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
This is not explicitly mentioned in the available information. Please contact the resort directly to confirm wifi availability.
Mag ik mijn hond of kat meenemen naar Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
Yes, Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort is pet-friendly and welcomes dogs and cats.
Heeft Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort een zwembad?
Yes, the resort features two outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool, and a lagoon pool.
Hoe ver is Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort van het strand of een meer?
The camping is located directly on the Adriatic coast with direct beach access and a private sandy beach.
Wat zijn de aankomst- en vertrektijden op Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
Rental accommodations (e.g. mobile homes): Arrival: 17:00 - 20:00 (sometimes from 16:00) Departure: 08:00 - 10:00 (no later than 11:00) Camping pitches (tent, caravan or motorhome): Arrival: usually from 12:00 Departure: usually before 10:00 or 12:00
Zijn er restaurants of een supermarkt op Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
Yes, the resort has a restaurant, pizzeria, takeaway restaurant, bar, pool bar, and a supermarket on-site.
Is Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort geschikt voor gezinnen met kinderen?
Yes, Torre Rinalda is perfect for families with children aged 4-16, offering beaches, swimming pools, playgrounds, and entertainment programs.
Kan ik gratis parkeren bij mijn accommodatie op Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
Parking information is not explicitly mentioned. Please contact the resort directly for details about parking arrangements.
Welke talen worden er gesproken op Torre Rinalda Strand Camping & Resort?
English, German, Italian, and French are spoken at the resort.
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