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Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

Via Civita 28, 75100 Matera, Italy – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.9/10! (score from 450 reviews)

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9.6
Exceptional
448 reviews

An exceptional experience, cave rooms are beautifully done. Lovely staff. Great agreement with local car park and provide shuttle to hotel. Great position to explore Matera. Just be aware, unsurprisingly, the cave rooms are quite damp.

Lucy United Kingdom

Unique cave living experience in the centre of historic Matera. Very nice breakfast!! Parking arrangements worked well!

Chris South Africa

unbelievably beautiful, wabi sabi rooms. an honour to stay in a space that has been inhabited for 1000s of years. staff could not have been more helpful or inviting.

Jo-jo United Kingdom

original elegant styling with the history restored

Donna Australia

The most fabulous stay- this hotel is like no other we had stayed at; the location is surreal, set within the stone/ caves it felt like stepping back in time without losing the luxury of a hotel. Set within the UNESCO area the hotel has kept the charm of the area, with candles, original keys and other small touches. The breakfast was incredible with a large array of fruits, meats, cheeses, yoghurts, cereals, traditional cakes, breads etc. The staff provided an impeccable service, providing recommendations for restaurants, the room was spotless and extra touches provided for our honeymoon.

Katherine United Kingdom

The location was great. Beautiful, exceptional accommodation in a cave. Minimalistic and lovingly decorated with original materials. Bathtub in the room and underfloor heating. Delicious breakfast and very friendly stuff.

Marisa Switzerland

Super unique room, no alternative around the world. Tasty breakfast. Kind staffs!

Yutaka Japan

Excellent breakfast and very unique property. Domenico the tour guide was excellent!!!

Vanessa Canada

Fascinating and beautiful - unusual and adventurous. Not for those who want the regular 4 walls of a five star hotel experience.

Nicola Australia

Authenticity. Breakfast galore!!! Very accommodating staff THE BED... best sleep I had since I was a baby. The candle lights and sound proof cave contributed to the magic too! Accessibility for dropoff and pickup using toktok.

Macatulad Philippines
9.6
Exceptional
448 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “An exceptional experience, cave rooms are beautifully done. Lovely staff. Great agreement with local car park and provide shuttle to hotel. Great position to explore Matera.”
    Lucy Lucy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Unique cave living experience in the centre of historic Matera. Very nice breakfast!! Parking arrangements worked well!”
    Chris Chris South Africa South Africa
  • “unbelievably beautiful, wabi sabi rooms. an honour to stay in a space that has been inhabited for 1000s of years. staff could not have been more helpful or inviting.”
    Jo-jo Jo-jo United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “original elegant styling with the history restored”
    Donna Donna Australia Australia
  • “The most fabulous stay- this hotel is like no other we had stayed at; the location is surreal, set within the stone/ caves it felt like stepping back in time without losing the luxury of a hotel.”
    Katherine Katherine United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location was great. Beautiful, exceptional accommodation in a cave. Minimalistic and lovingly decorated with original materials. Bathtub in the room and underfloor heating.”
    Marisa Marisa Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Super unique room, no alternative around the world. Tasty breakfast. Kind staffs!”
    Yutaka Yutaka Japan Japan
  • “Excellent breakfast and very unique property. Domenico the tour guide was excellent!!!”
    Vanessa Vanessa Canada Canada
  • “Fascinating and beautiful - unusual and adventurous. Not for those who want the regular 4 walls of a five star hotel experience.”
    Nicola Nicola Australia Australia
  • “Authenticity. Breakfast galore!!! Very accommodating staff THE BED... best sleep I had since I was a baby. The candle lights and sound proof cave contributed to the magic too!”
    Macatulad Macatulad Philippines Philippines

Categories:

  • Staff9.8
  • Facilities9.5
  • Cleanliness9.7
  • Comfort9.6
  • Value for money8.9
  • Location9.9
  • Free WiFi8.8
9.6
Exceptional
448 reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
8.8
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Offering rooms and suites set in large caves, Le Grotte della Civita is located in the Matera's Sassi area, a UNESCO site. Rooms feature stone floors and antique furniture. The panoramic terrace overlooks the Murgia National Park.

Albergo Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita welcomes guests with fresh fruit and cool water, served in a candle-lit dining area. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.

All rooms are air-conditioned and uniquely decorated. The bed linen is made from antique cloth.

On request, you can enjoy an exclusive dinner in the property's former church.

Guests can enjoy discounted rates at a nearby partner car park.

This is our guests' favourite part of Matera, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 22 Jul 2010.

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Most popular facilities
Private parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Matera, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.9

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Private parking available

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Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom :
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lucy
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “An exceptional experience, cave rooms are beautifully done. Lovely staff. Great agreement with local car park and provide shuttle to hotel. Great position to explore Matera. Just be aware, unsurprisingly, the cave rooms are quite damp.”
  • Chris
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Unique cave living experience in the centre of historic Matera. Very nice breakfast!! Parking arrangements worked well!”
  • Jo-jo
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “unbelievably beautiful, wabi sabi rooms. an honour to stay in a space that has been inhabited for 1000s of years. staff could not have been more helpful or inviting.”
  • Donna
    AustraliaAustralia
    “original elegant styling with the history restored”
  • Katherine
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The most fabulous stay- this hotel is like no other we had stayed at; the location is surreal, set within the stone/ caves it felt like stepping back in time without losing the luxury of a hotel. Set within the UNESCO area the hotel has kept the...”
  • Marisa
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “The location was great. Beautiful, exceptional accommodation in a cave. Minimalistic and lovingly decorated with original materials. Bathtub in the room and underfloor heating. Delicious breakfast and very friendly stuff.”
  • Yutaka
    JapanJapan
    “Super unique room, no alternative around the world. Tasty breakfast. Kind staffs!”
  • V
    Vanessa
    CanadaCanada
    “Excellent breakfast and very unique property. Domenico the tour guide was excellent!!!”
  • Nicola
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fascinating and beautiful - unusual and adventurous. Not for those who want the regular 4 walls of a five star hotel experience.”
  • Macatulad
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    “Authenticity. Breakfast galore!!! Very accommodating staff THE BED... best sleep I had since I was a baby. The candle lights and sound proof cave contributed to the magic too! Accessibility for dropoff and pickup using toktok.”
Property questions and answers
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  • We are staying with you 10/10 Monday. May we make a reservation for dinner in your restaurant Mon eve at 7 pm? Robert Ranney and Maureen Kirk grazie
    Dear Maureen & Robert, thank you for your request. We do not have a proper restaurant, we organize a very exclusive Candlelight dinner in our XIII Century Church. Please reach us direclty for further information.
    Answered on 9 October 2022
  • Hi can you arrange a taxi from Bari airport?
    dear Guest, we inform you that we can arrange a pirvate dirver waiting for you outiside your gate with a named board. The value is of 120€ each way. We remain at your disposal. Giusi
    Answered on 11 February 2022
  • Are dogs allowed?
    Thanks for your message. We are pleased to inform you that dogs are welcomed. A fee of €35 total is required for the final cave sanitazion. For which day are you planning to book? Thank you and best regards.
    Answered on 29 June 2021
  • Hello, can you arrange transport from Matera to Bari airport on a Sunday and roughly how much would this cost? Thanks
    We can arrange private transfer: our driver will be waiting for you just outside your gate with a named board. This private service has a value of € 125 each way and, in one hour driving, you will be here.
    Answered on 8 February 2023
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5
Most popular facilities
Private parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 35 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch

House rules

Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi Diners Club American Express Cash ATM card Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that this property is set in a restricted traffic area. Access by car is allowed for loading and unloading of luggage only, and for a limited time.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Please inform Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

  • Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is 500 yards from the centre of Matera.

  • Guests staying at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/performance
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class
    • Yoga classes

  • The prices at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Family