Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

This place is absolutely unique. Very rare type of luxury. Don't expect huge flat screen TVs, latest tech etc. - this is much better than that. Located in the heart of Sassi, this place offers authenticity, large doses of subtle luxury, and impeccable hospitality of the staff members. It is hard to find accommodation like this - even harder to find one, where hospitality and professionalism of the staff matches the premises. Breakfast is superb, offering large options of top quality local produce. Cleanliness of the rooms and frequency of cleaning is top notch - you even wonder when and how they do it. Very luxurious, yet subtle and cozy. Unmatched setting and surroundings. Huge respect to the vision, hard work, attitude and hospitality of all the staff members. 100/10 would recommend, hope to come back soon.

Sensational location, one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed. Matera is stunning but their spot, with the views out into the national park, truly special The staff are superb and incredibly attentive and kind. They could not have been more accommodating especially when we had an issue with our room. Design is gorgeous throughout, furnishing comfy, the whole place is a dream aesthetically speaking You feel good because by staying there you’re also preserving amazing history - the hotel is a conservation project

The caves converted to modern rooms are well appointed with details remaining or reconstructed of the cave inhabitants. Soaker tub. Comfortable bed and bedding. Location offers a great view across the river looking at the park. Easy hiking access to park. All your needs are met with in walking distance.

If I could give 100 stars I would. Our expectations were exceeded in every way possible. From check-in being a breeze, to the staff taking note of a message I had sent and wishing my Father happy birthday, to upgraded rooms for the occasion, everything was perfect. They shared the incredible history of the hotel and the property did an exquisite job rennovating the location to maintain its original features. Any question or ask that we had they answered immediately. The rooms were gorgeous, the baths were luxurious and all of the products on site were so nice. We booked the private dinner option and it was out of this world. The food was exquisite and the venue was remarkable. They went so out of their way to make our stay beyond what we could have ever expected. My only regret was not staying longer!

This is a very interesting hotel, made up of a series of cave houses that have been very well modernized (while still retaining the original structures). The staff were excellent: friendly and very helpful (and clearly very motivated by the "mission" of rescuing these types of historical properties). The breakfast was very good. And Matera is an amazing city, in general.