Monopoli Gem

The highlight of this city apartment is truly the rooftop terrace, which offers bird's-eye views over the surrounding scenery. Cook up a light bite in the compact kitchen and dine under the stars, or enjoy your breakfast alfresco – the choice is yours. The sleeping quarters are set up perfectly for a family travelling with little ones, too, with the main bedroom featuring a double and single, as well as a pull-out sofa in the living room. And, while at max capacity it may feel a bit snug, if you're planning to spend your days seeing the city sights, this place ticks a lot of boxes.

Home truths:
*At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area.
*There's no lift here. You'll need to be able to climb two very steep flights of stairs to reach the entrance of the home.
*You won't find a full oven here – though there is a hob. We think the kitchen is better suited to prepping lighter bites than large meals.
*If you're travelling for work, you won't find a dedicated desk here. However, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace.
*This property is in a limited parking zone. Its location in the historic district makes it easy to explore on foot, but taxis can only drop you very close by, not right at the front door.