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' favorite part of Matera, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular 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 Jul 22, 2010

Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Matera, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

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


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
2 king beds
Bedroom :
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 1
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Frank
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Authentic, comfortable accommodation with access to all parts of Matera
  • Clori
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    So incredibly unique. Staff was excellent and accommodating. Everything was clean and felt as authentic as possible with most modern amenities.
  • Bruce
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    EVERYTHING! AMAZING STAFF , SERVICE WAS IMPECCABLE!
  • Steve
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    What an interesting and unique experience at Matera’s Hotel Sextantio la Grotte Della Civita. The ad, photos, description and post-booking followup emails gave an accurate representation of our stay. The checkin engagement was perfect. Their...
  • Wendy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The cave rooms are like nothing else I’ve ever seen or experienced! Exceptionally preserved and appointed rooms and spaces. Excellent staff and breathtaking location!
  • Robert
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    everything. one of a kind unique property. magical
  • Kanittha
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    the cave room is so exotic and beautiful. the room is big and all the staffs are so nice, friendly and helpful.
  • Cesar
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    A unique stay, very atmospheric and as authentic as it gets to a cave room stay…Fantastic views of the sassi. Fantastic caring and professional staff, felt like part of the family.
  • Dolores
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The location great for exploring the city. Loved the experience of staying in a cave- very magical. Breakfast was very good and there was evening aperitivo available which was nice.(for a fee) Loved all the candlelight provided.
  • Amanda
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The environment is spectacular! Its the most romantic hotel I’ve ever stayed in! The stone surroundings and the furnishings in each room were accentuated by candle light making the ambiance unforgettable. The historic significance only added to...

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • 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 area info *

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Ristorante #1
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 35 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit 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
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • 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 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

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

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

FAQs about Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

  • Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is 1,500 feet from the center of Matera. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita has 1 restaurant:

    • Ristorante #1

  • Room options at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Family

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

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinners
    • 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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

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