The trendy city of Matera is full of attractions, such as Palombaro Lungo and Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches, and is loved for its spas and churches.
Sasso Caveoso is loved for its coffeehouses, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario and Piazza San Pietro Caveoso.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches— just one of the monuments in central Matera.
Statue of Christ the Redeemer is just one of the landmarks located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Santa Caterina, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Cathedral of Matera— just one of the monuments in central Sasso Caveoso. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the churches in the area.
Ski the fall line at La Sellata-Pierfaone Ski Resort located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Abriola. If you master the slopes, Ski Sellata is also located nearby.
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Metaponto Beach, located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from central Metaponto. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at The Philosophical Beach, Ti Blu Spiaggia, and La Spiaggetta.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Piazza San Pietro Caveoso— just one of the monuments in central Sasso Caveoso. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the churches in the area.
If visiting museums in Sasso Caveoso are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario, located in the heart of town. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the churches in the area. If you want to see more of the museums in Sasso Caveoso, you can easily walk to Museo della Scultura Contemporanea or National Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata.
Wonderful boutique hotel with fabulous attached restaurant. Barbara, the manager/owner was warm and gracious and gave us great recommendations for traveling around. Highly recommend!!
Wonderful boutique hotel with fabulous attached restaurant. Barbara, the manager/owner was warm and gracious and gave us great recommendations for traveling around. Highly recommend!!
I was looking for an authentic place to stay in Muro Lucano and Nonna's was it! You can walk to many places but know that there are many steps and hills. Grocery store a minute walk down the street.
I was looking for an authentic place to stay in Muro Lucano and Nonna's was it! You can walk to many places but know that there are many steps and hills. Grocery store a minute walk down the street.
Barbara
Reviewed September 14, 2025Reviewed September 14, 2025
The hotel is as good as expected. The staff is super helpful and always check in to see whether you need dinner reservations.
the recommendations given were excellent as well.
The hotel is as good as expected. The staff is super helpful and always check in to see whether you need dinner reservations.
the recommendations given were excellent as well.
Martino was,a great host. He reached out ahead by email with a welcome and last minute instructions for our arrival. The property is first class and our "cave room" was beautifully detailed with a great view.
Martino was,a great host. He reached out ahead by email with a welcome and last minute instructions for our arrival. The property is first class and our "cave room" was beautifully detailed with a great view.
James M
Reviewed September 26, 2026Reviewed September 26, 2026
Our room was done very beautifully and artistically and overlooked the Sassi Barisano for a great view. The bathroom is American sized and the room contained a large closet and cute balcony. It sits on a main piazza just a couple minutes to any of the major sites. Mimmo was an excellent host and even if we said the room didn’t need to be cleaned since we were staying only two nights, he had it cleaned anyway. We enjoyed our stay!
Our room was done very beautifully and artistically and overlooked the Sassi Barisano for a great view. The bathroom is American sized and the room contained a large closet and cute balcony. It sits on a main piazza just a couple minutes to any of the major sites. Mimmo was an excellent host and even if we said the room didn’t need to be cleaned since we were staying only two nights, he had it cleaned anyway. We enjoyed our stay!
Robert
Reviewed October 17, 2019Reviewed October 17, 2019
Each of the four suites are beautifully designed and decorated—maintaining the original structure of each space. Staff are courteous and friendly and helpful in places to go and visit as well as restaurant recommendations and reservations.
The bed is very comfortable with luxurious linens. Plenty of delicious food and juice choices for breakfast and the best cappuccino!
Thank you Paola and her staff for making our stay memorable!
Each of the four suites are beautifully designed and decorated—maintaining the original structure of each space. Staff are courteous and friendly and helpful in places to go and visit as well as restaurant recommendations and reservations.
The bed is very comfortable with luxurious linens. Plenty of delicious food and juice choices for breakfast and the best cappuccino!
Thank you Paola and her staff for making our stay memorable!
The hotel is an amazing property. Unique and fitting for the cave-town experience. High end with an underground pool. Highly recommend for the experience! Just fyi there are a lot of stairs to get to the lobby/checkin and rooms. And there aren’t bellhops to help with luggage. The entry is hidden so be sure to get clear instructions ahead of time.
The hotel is an amazing property. Unique and fitting for the cave-town experience. High end with an underground pool. Highly recommend for the experience! Just fyi there are a lot of stairs to get to the lobby/checkin and rooms. And there aren’t bellhops to help with luggage. The entry is hidden so be sure to get clear instructions ahead of time.
I stayed on short notice at Casale di Maria and I couldn't have been happier with my choice. The room was very charming and unique - in one of the historic sassi (cave hewn into the rocks) but with all the modern amenities you could wish for.
I had parked a long way away but Walter, the owner, gave me a ride to my car and guided me to a parking spot near the house where I could park without getting a ticket till the next morning. Domenica, who manages the property day-to-day, stayed in online...
I stayed on short notice at Casale di Maria and I couldn't have been happier with my choice. The room was very charming and unique - in one of the historic sassi (cave hewn into the rocks) but with all the modern amenities you could wish for.
I had parked a long way away but Walter, the owner, gave me a ride to my car and guided me to a parking spot near the house where I could park without getting a ticket till the next morning. Domenica, who manages the property day-to-day, stayed in online...
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.
Beautiful property, great spacious room, nice bath, plenty of storage, good breakfast, They use a ambient scent that was a little strong for me. Location is a 20 min walk to Matera sights. The music from parties in the event spaces can get loud in the evening. We liked it very much anyhow and likely return if in the area.
Beautiful property, great spacious room, nice bath, plenty of storage, good breakfast, They use a ambient scent that was a little strong for me. Location is a 20 min walk to Matera sights. The music from parties in the event spaces can get loud in the evening. We liked it very much anyhow and likely return if in the area.
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.
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...