The JR Hotels Oriente Bari is a very nice property. It is located just a short walking distance from the historic center of Bari, The staff was attentive and the rooms were clean. The hotel has parking and if you are driving, you will give your car key to an attendant and he will park the car for you.)As we were driving, having a hotel with parking was a must - as finding a parking spot in Bari might take 45 minutes or more - if you are lucky. Please know there is a parking slot in front of the hotel to only unload your luggage and check in (however, this might be an issue to access if others are checking in at the same time). The parking cost is 25-30 Euros per day. The breakfast at the hotel was fine and generous. Regarding driving to hotel, please know that there might be some detours - so what seems to be an easy shot to the hotel, might take a bit longer (and your GPS won't help either). There are plenty of things to see and do in Bari. Do not miss taking the tour of the Opera House (Teatro Petracciello) right next to the hotel. There are tours several days a week at 10 am - both in English and Spanish. The archeological museum in Bari is also very worth visiting, as well as Bari Cathedral and the Basilica di San Nicola. You will need to spend a full day in the Bari Vecchio (old town) to visit most of the sites and enjoy wondering around the maze of streets and sopping at craft shops, as well as having a nice dinner in old town as well.
Buggy service (additional charge)