Past, present and future. Matera is the best representation of their link with solution of continuity and no interruption over its ancient history. In this spirit, Idris Loft has been conceived to give our guests the opportunity to live the past thanks to its exclusive location in the heart of the “Sassi”. Present and future are reflected in its simple and modern interiors style and features. Our accommodation is suitable for couples, lone adventurers, business travelers, families (with children) and furry friends (pets). Idris Loft has been designed and created by restoring an ancient ruin cleverly placed in front of one of the most famous rock churches of Matera: Madonna dell'Idris. The accommodation is modernly furnished and equipped with the latest generation energy saving systems, it fits harmoniously into the historical context of the neighbourhood due to an appropriate external restoration. We will be at your disposal for every need throughout your stay with us.

Matera is one of the most ancient cities in the world in terms of continuity of living, its territory has witnessed human settlements starting from the paleolithic without interruptions until today. It represents an extraordinary chapter, written from the man through thousands years of its incredibly long history Matera is the city of “Sassi”, developed from natural caves carved into rock and shaped by time in more complex structures over the time, inside two big natural amphitheaters giving life to Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. Walking along the main road which connects the two Sassi neighbouroods and adjacent to our lofts, Via Bruno Buozzi, it is possible to enjoy also the landscape on the other side of the fascinating ravine home of “Parco dellla Murgia Materana”. Explore the numerous lanes between the old buildings and look at the old city from an ever changing perspective. Main places of interests you can’t miss during your stay at “Sassi di Matera” are the Rupestrian churches that can be easily reached as they are very close to our lofts. Those of major interest and visitable are: Santa Maria de Idris Santa Lucia alle Malve San Pietro Barisano