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Via Bruno Buozzi 102, 75100 Matera, Italy

#22 of 47 hotels in Matera

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 201 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    10
    Excellent location, very nice rooms, good breakfast and wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too short

    Well maintained with a gracious owner and staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean and modern property! Valentina- the lady in the reception was very friendly and helpful! Highly recommended!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    9.0
    This hotel was a great find and I enjoyed every minute of my stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, super clean and well appointed room, spacious and unique as well. Location was wonderful, close to everything.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    Great location, host and breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights

    From the moment we arrived to the hotel, the host welcomed us with such warmth and attentiveness, making us feel right at home. His was always eager to accommodate our needs and share local tips. The breakfast was delicious, with a wide variety of options to suit all tastes. It was the perfect start to our day, filled with fresh and high-quality ingredients. Location-wise, the hotel is nestled in a serene area (in the heart of Sasso Caveoso), offering the tranquility we desired after a day of exploring. Yet, it's conveniently close to local attractions, making our explorations of the area hassle-free and enjoyable. Overall, our stay was delightful, thanks to the wonderful host, great breakfast, and ideal location. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat near the heart of the action.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Being in the heart of the action did mean there was some outside noise.

    Perfect location and very unique style. The room was very comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    9.0
    Modern design integrated in the Matera historic caves.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The attention to detail to integrate the integrity of the caves with the modern amenities was the highlight of the property. Service was exceptional and the staff was very flexible.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2024

    10
    Beautiful hotel, great location, fantastic staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is in a great location near restaurants in the old sassi, it’s so incredibly beautiful. The staff were so welcoming and friendly, nothing was too much for them. We asked to move rooms and paid to upgrade which was so worth it as the new room was so beautiful and spacious. Well worth booking above the lead in room if you can. Breakfast was tasty and good range. We loved our stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    10
    The people of Matera are so friendly and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unique and comfortable

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing I’d add is a hook by the shower for towels.

    Everything was fabulous. Great staff, beds, temperature and humidity control. Great stay

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We like everything about the property, the perfect location in the center of old city of Matera. We had the chance to have a room upgrade and we really liked the room. The staff was excellent and we didn't have anything to complain about.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location walking distance to all key sites
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    cave room does not have a view

    Staff was helpful in providing information, directions and advice

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    9.0
    Luxury rooms in the middle of Matera.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely no shield or curtain whatsoever between the bathroom and the bed/main room. Why not?

    Luxury hotel room in the middle of Matera. Great room and breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was simply not good. We were the only couple apart from another 2 people. The eggs were cooked and allowed to go cold, we said this so they microwaved them, ughhhhh. bad cappucino

    The lady on the reception was very friendly and very good at her job

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    10
    Neat location, great breakfast, and well worth the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night

    No complaints.

    Situated in the heart of Sassi di Matera, the location was so convenient for us to walk around the rest of the old town. Sara was very helpful and made us reservations for lunch at Quad. She took the time to orient us to the town with a free map, and suggested a self-guided walking tour. The breakfast was very nice.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2023

    10
    We loved it so much that we plan to return to visit during Christmas.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is perfect

    Amazingly designed cave room, great location, easy to find, wonderful staff.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room was excellent. The beds were comfy, breakfast was abundant for Italy. They verified at check-in that we didn't have any allergies/intolerance so they would have proper ingredients for breakfast. The woman who checked us in gave us recommendations for an excellent walking tour.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    9.0
    Matera was a highlight of our Italian vacation. We loved the hotel, had very nice dinners, an excellent private tour, an
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I really didn’t have any complaints regarding the property. Throughout Matera, because of all the stone on the paths and roads, you need to be careful and wear shoes that makes sense for the area… I don’t recommend heels.

    Centrally located, beautiful room and a lovely breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    The perfect stay in a unique city in the world
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything, in the heart of Matera old town, very clean and modernised cave.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2023

    10
    Ancient city with Modern touches, amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a thing that We didn't like.

    Loved everything about Le Malve Cave Retreat and Matera, such an amazing place to visit and stay. I wish we were there longer. Best restaurant we had dinner at in Italy called QUID, a total must to go there!! The whole atmosphere of the old city was fantastic!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    10
    I love this place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    10
    A very special place
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing we did not like, actually we did not like leaving the place and wonderful staff who are working there 😍

    Everything, we cannot put it into words, the kindness and the human touch of everyone working there, especially Pier, we will always be grateful for everything you did for us! The location was also fabulous with an easy access to all the magnificent things you need to see in Matera. We highly recommend this beautiful place, but above all we recommend the dedicated team of people who make this place so special.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Front desk: sometimes no one there but the other staff would have to summon them. Breakfast not well served. Staff polite but did not circulate: offering coffee, cleaning used tables, etc. There should be a space under or near the breakfast offerings with plates, bowls, utensils, etc. Patrons had to pick up from their table plates etc. & carry them back & forth for everything. Not 4 star level.

    For a 4 star hotel, breakfast food was good but too limited. Pleasant staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    9.0
    Good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Address difficult to find. Better to indicate address by landmarks than numbers which not regular

    Traditional hotel resuming Matera: cave room and traditional furniture . You feel old centuries’ life. Kind staff especislly Pietr

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    9.0
    Great experience in a cave room. Comfortable and well located.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Helpful friendly staff. Comfortable room. Good location.

    Stayed in October 2023

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