"I arrived and found a completely abandoned place, very creepy, no one welcomed us and that night we had to drive 5 hours looking for a place to stay, it was the most horrible experience I have ever had in my life."
"I arrived and found a completely abandoned place, very creepy, no one welcomed us and that night we had to drive 5 hours looking for a place to stay, it was the most horrible experience I have ever had in my life."
"Nun ja. Als wir vor etwa 12 Jahren schon im Albergo Italia genächtigt haben waren wir begeistert. Die riesige Terrasse der King Suite (Zi 115) mit Blick über die Sassi hat uns begeistert. Man hat sich damals gut vorstellen können, dass Mel Gibson während der Dreharbeiten zur „Passion Christi“ hier gewohnt hat.
Aber Matera hat sich verändert. Unzählige Privatzimmer und B&B‘s sind entstanden und man kann sich bei dieser Auswahl heute kaum noch vorstellen, dass sich jemand mehr als nur eine Nacht...
"Nun ja. Als wir vor etwa 12 Jahren schon im Albergo Italia genächtigt haben waren wir begeistert. Die riesige Terrasse der King Suite (Zi 115) mit Blick über die Sassi hat uns begeistert. Man hat sich damals gut vorstellen können, dass Mel Gibson während der Dreharbeiten zur „Passion Christi“ hier gewohnt hat.
Aber Matera hat sich verändert. Unzählige Privatzimmer und B&B‘s sind entstanden und man kann sich bei dieser Auswahl heute kaum noch vorstellen, dass sich jemand mehr als nur eine Nacht...
"Stay was saved by the pool, table tennis and a comfortable bed. Be prepared to drive a lot as not much in walking distance. Breakfast was poor. Shower was rubbish as shower head broken. No multilingual staff."
"Stay was saved by the pool, table tennis and a comfortable bed. Be prepared to drive a lot as not much in walking distance. Breakfast was poor. Shower was rubbish as shower head broken. No multilingual staff."
"The resort is aimed at families with young children. Thus the restaurant menu is child focused and its super busy.
The room was not sound proof as stated
Enjoyed the pool with hundreds of others."
"The resort is aimed at families with young children. Thus the restaurant menu is child focused and its super busy.
The room was not sound proof as stated
Enjoyed the pool with hundreds of others."
"We had dinner at the Nuvole, menu a la carte. It was fantastic and we got the best service and food ever! The surroundings of the hotel and the view from there is spectacular, a must see!"
"We had dinner at the Nuvole, menu a la carte. It was fantastic and we got the best service and food ever! The surroundings of the hotel and the view from there is spectacular, a must see!"
"The best full-service hotel in the neighborhood, with friendly English-speaking concierge, commanding views of Picerno and road connections to the rest of the province."
"The best full-service hotel in the neighborhood, with friendly English-speaking concierge, commanding views of Picerno and road connections to the rest of the province."
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This was the MOST AMAZING place I have ever stayed at. This is not a hotel it's truly an experience. From the minute you walk in the doors you are transformed back in time. I have traveled alot it is my job and this is a one of a kind. The staff is outrageously qualified and beyond helpful. The room amazing. The food and culture exceedEd my expectations. I will forever love this place
This was the MOST AMAZING place I have ever stayed at. This is not a hotel it's truly an experience. From the minute you walk in the doors you are transformed back in time. I have traveled alot it is my job and this is a one of a kind. The staff is outrageously qualified and beyond helpful. The room amazing. The food and culture exceedEd my expectations. I will forever love this place
Wendy
Reviewed November 7, 2026Reviewed November 7, 2026
Great location if u are w a car; staff was very attentive, room was lovely and very functional and breakfast was great w variety and fresh items.
Antonella checked me in and since the gym was not open, she let me borrow 2 weights so I could work out in my room; both male bartenders in the evening (my apologies, I did not get their names) were so accommodating and Laura at breakfast on Sunday was so lovely and attentive. GREAT hotel when u visit Matera.
Great location if u are w a car; staff was very attentive, room was lovely and very functional and breakfast was great w variety and fresh items.
Antonella checked me in and since the gym was not open, she let me borrow 2 weights so I could work out in my room; both male bartenders in the evening (my apologies, I did not get their names) were so accommodating and Laura at breakfast on Sunday was so lovely and attentive. GREAT hotel when u visit Matera.
Jacqueline
Reviewed October 25, 2026Reviewed October 25, 2026
Vittorio is an amazing super host. Can't thank him enough for his hospitality and making us feel right at home. He stayed in contact with us until we reached Scalea by train. He then picked us up at the station and drove us back when we left. His rooms are sparkling clean, spacious and have beautifully tiled, large bathrooms. Breakfast was the best which was cooked personally by Vittorio... scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, toast, croissants, ham and cheese AND the most delicious coffee any way you...
Vittorio is an amazing super host. Can't thank him enough for his hospitality and making us feel right at home. He stayed in contact with us until we reached Scalea by train. He then picked us up at the station and drove us back when we left. His rooms are sparkling clean, spacious and have beautifully tiled, large bathrooms. Breakfast was the best which was cooked personally by Vittorio... scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, toast, croissants, ham and cheese AND the most delicious coffee any way you...
THERESA
Reviewed November 26, 2023Reviewed November 26, 2023
We had an amazing stay at the Cenobio Hotel! It can be a bit tricky to find if it's your first time in Matera, and you can't drive directly to the hotel. Plus, there are some steps to navigate both downhill and uphill. Knowing this from other reviews, we contacted the hotel before our arrival. They arranged a shuttle from the car park, which made things super easy for us. I highly recommend doing this if you're planning to stay here. The staff were incredibly nice and helpful, making us feel...
We had an amazing stay at the Cenobio Hotel! It can be a bit tricky to find if it's your first time in Matera, and you can't drive directly to the hotel. Plus, there are some steps to navigate both downhill and uphill. Knowing this from other reviews, we contacted the hotel before our arrival. They arranged a shuttle from the car park, which made things super easy for us. I highly recommend doing this if you're planning to stay here. The staff were incredibly nice and helpful, making us feel...
THIS IS BY FAR THE MOST AUTHENTIC CAVE HOTEL IN MATERA. IF YOU DO NOT STAY HERE YOU WILL HAVE CHEATED YOURSELF OF A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE. I VISITED NUMEROUS CITIES IN ITALY AND MATERA WILL TOUCH YOUR HEART AND TRANSPORT YOU BACK TO BIBLICAL TIMES (NOTE: THE MOVIE ," PASSION OF THE CHRIST " WAS FILMED HERE). OH , AND IF THAT ISN'T ENOUGH , THE FOOD HERE IS AMAZING.
THIS IS BY FAR THE MOST AUTHENTIC CAVE HOTEL IN MATERA. IF YOU DO NOT STAY HERE YOU WILL HAVE CHEATED YOURSELF OF A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE. I VISITED NUMEROUS CITIES IN ITALY AND MATERA WILL TOUCH YOUR HEART AND TRANSPORT YOU BACK TO BIBLICAL TIMES (NOTE: THE MOVIE ," PASSION OF THE CHRIST " WAS FILMED HERE). OH , AND IF THAT ISN'T ENOUGH , THE FOOD HERE IS AMAZING.
We were in the wellness suite, room 1007. What a fantastic room! Carved out of a cave, with four levels, including a huge hot tub and a sauna, the room was so unique. The bedroom is on the main level, with the bathroom being about 3 steps down, the hot tub about 10 steps down from there and the sauna on the lowest level about 5 more steps down. You will never find another one like this. The staff was very helpful in finding our way around and addressing any needs that we had during this stay....
We were in the wellness suite, room 1007. What a fantastic room! Carved out of a cave, with four levels, including a huge hot tub and a sauna, the room was so unique. The bedroom is on the main level, with the bathroom being about 3 steps down, the hot tub about 10 steps down from there and the sauna on the lowest level about 5 more steps down. You will never find another one like this. The staff was very helpful in finding our way around and addressing any needs that we had during this stay....
Robert
Reviewed September 19, 2026Reviewed September 19, 2026
Everything about this property was excellent; from the initial greeting, to the final farewell! It is truly a luxury boutique hotel, with beautiful decor including Elemis amenities, very clean, and a lovely breakfast. Daniela was amazing and made us feel so welcome in addition to providing us with great directions and tips to see Matera in all its beauty. The private parking option was easily accessible and only minutes away. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Everything about this property was excellent; from the initial greeting, to the final farewell! It is truly a luxury boutique hotel, with beautiful decor including Elemis amenities, very clean, and a lovely breakfast. Daniela was amazing and made us feel so welcome in addition to providing us with great directions and tips to see Matera in all its beauty. The private parking option was easily accessible and only minutes away. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Kelly
Reviewed October 12, 2026Reviewed October 12, 2026
Great location with very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful breakfast. Lovely rooftop bar.
You cannot drive directly to the hotel. Parking is a short distance away and you must walk to the hotel on cobblestone streets with your luggage, but this is not too difficult and true of many places in central Matera.
Great location with very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful breakfast. Lovely rooftop bar.
You cannot drive directly to the hotel. Parking is a short distance away and you must walk to the hotel on cobblestone streets with your luggage, but this is not too difficult and true of many places in central Matera.
This hotel met our expectations in every way. Beautiful clean rooms. Warm inviting staff. Ideal locations. Great value. If we ever end up back in Matera we would seek to stay here again.
This hotel met our expectations in every way. Beautiful clean rooms. Warm inviting staff. Ideal locations. Great value. If we ever end up back in Matera we would seek to stay here again.
This is a wonderful, beautifully maintained property right near the duomo (principal cathedral) and just above the famed sassi areas of Matera. My room was cozy, breakfasts were excellent and the woman who rents the property from its owners is exceedingly gracious and welcoming. I highly recommend this B&B!
This is a wonderful, beautifully maintained property right near the duomo (principal cathedral) and just above the famed sassi areas of Matera. My room was cozy, breakfasts were excellent and the woman who rents the property from its owners is exceedingly gracious and welcoming. I highly recommend this B&B!
stuart
Reviewed November 8, 2021Reviewed November 8, 2021
This is an amazing family owned and family run hotel…we met the whole family and they are amazing! Great hotel…beautiful grounds…great pool…and amazing restaurant/food…find an excuse to go to Potenza so you can stay there!
This is an amazing family owned and family run hotel…we met the whole family and they are amazing! Great hotel…beautiful grounds…great pool…and amazing restaurant/food…find an excuse to go to Potenza so you can stay there!
Hotel and golf course stay was great, very out of the way place but staff (Enzo) made it a great stay taking care of everything. Course is in good shape but greens are a bit slow. Course knowledge is key here and my golf app helped a lot. Staff are all great and helpful
Hotel and golf course stay was great, very out of the way place but staff (Enzo) made it a great stay taking care of everything. Course is in good shape but greens are a bit slow. Course knowledge is key here and my golf app helped a lot. Staff are all great and helpful
Paul
Reviewed September 4, 2023Reviewed September 4, 2023