MOYSEION Matera - Immersion in a distant past

Hotels
9.7 (134 reviews)
Gradelle San Nicola del Sole, 3 , Matera , it

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Non-smoking throughout
Heated pool
Shallow end
Television in common areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing staff
Unique experience
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Pool temperature
Towels not drying well

Categories

Cleanliness
8.54
Some comments on towels not drying well and the pool being too warm.
Service
10
Staff consistently praised as amazing, accommodating, and professional.
Location
10
Exceptional location mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are well-appointed and comfortable.
Amenities
9.51
Amenities including a stunning pool were frequently highlighted.
Value for Money
9.55
The overall value is considered good given the unique experience.
Food and Beverage
10
Food described as interesting, delicious, and beautifully presented.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experience rated highly with unique and immersive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 15:39

Property Description

Unique Location in Sassi di Matera
Immerse yourself in history at MOYSEION Matera - Adults ONLY, conveniently located near popular landmarks Matera Cathedral and MUSMA Museum.

Comfortable and Modern Accommodations
Relax in air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, featuring a terrace and some rooms with a balcony offering stunning city views.

Wellness Facilities for Relaxation
Indulge in the indoor pool and hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Matera's attractions.

Book your stay now at MOYSEION Matera - Adults ONLY for a remarkable experience like no other!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 134 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.54
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.51
Value for Money: 9.55
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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John couple us
10
THIS is how you stay in Matera.
Pros:

Amazing location, amazing staff, amazing experience!

Cons:

The pool was as warm as a jacuzzi and the jacuzzi was as hot as a bowl of soup! Not a deal breaker, since the staff are more than happy to accommodate.

2025-10-18 via Nuitee
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christian couple fr
10
Pros:

L'ambiance crée par le personnel et le décor est très surprenante et pour nous cela restera une expérience fabuleuse.

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
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Walter couple us
10
Pros:

This place is beyond impressive. It's beautifully decorated. All authentic for thousands of years ago . The staff is amazing and perform beautiful rituals (shows) for apertifs (included in price) The pool is outrageously gorgeous. The breakfast is authentic and unusual and really good. Pomegranate and Barley salads, a variety of cakes with local fruit , olives, nuts and meats. All beautifully displayed. The kind staff that also performs music and rituals make the place what it is. They provided a shuttle with parking . This is an ancient rocky city with many steps.

Cons:

Nothing! It was perfect

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
couple us
10
Unique opportunity that does not disappoint.
Pros:

We loved the whole experience. Everyone was exceptional at their roles and those that played instruments were extremely talented. The interactive portions were unique and engaging. The room was well appointed and we had the best night sleep of our trip. The way they hid technology and paid close attention to the authenticity of the distant past was fabulous. The water areas were amazing and were a highlight. The food was interesting and delicious. The opportunity to walk back in time was much appreciated and the attention to detail to get you in that past time head space was impeccable. They did allow us to visit the water area on our check out day after check out which we felt was incredibly kind and took full advantage of. Being in that area was cathartic and healing.

Cons:

One of the symposiums was in Italian which was very interesting but since we don't speak Italian it was hard to follow along completely. Would be helpful to have a summary of the speech for those who don't speak the language so we can follow along. While it didn't detract from our experience we did note that some other guests left during the symposium because they didn't understand the language. Also this is an interactive, immersive experience but some of the guests during our stay giggled or poked fun at times. I would say that they likely didn't get as much out of the opportunity as those that suspended reality and joined in fully. We just avoided sitting near those folks or being in the water area when they were there.

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
M
Mathieu couple fr
10
2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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Annie couple fr
9
Une belle expérience dans un endroit magnifique
Pros:

L accueil est très agréable et original. Le cadre de la piscine est exceptionnel. Tout est très beau à l intérieur de l hôtel.

Cons:

Les serviettes qui n essuient pas. La piscine est un peu trop chaude.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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Stefano solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Tutto quasi perfetto staff veramente preparato professionale e gentile colazione ottima ma manca qualcosa ancora per renderla perfetta tipo miele, ricotta fresca, qualche dolce tipico in più

Cons:

E talmente particolare che non ho idea di cosa si possa migliorare

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
C
Celeste couple au
8
2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Lukas-Florian couple li
10
2025-10-13 via Nuitee
C
Congyi solo_traveller ca
10
Recommend this property to everyone who will go to Matera!
Pros:

Exceptional location! Wondering experience! Best staff! Comfortable room! Thanks for the shuttle, it helped a lot!

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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NICHOLAS couple us
10
Unique experience right in the heart of Matera
Pros:

A very unique place, probably unlike any hotel you've visited before. The performances are fun and not at all kitschy, and the staff clearly take great pride in their work. Our ("neolithic") room was comfortable and spacious, despite its attempts to mimic cave living. The breakfast is fresh and delicious and the pool is truly special. Don't hesitate, this place is great!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth couple pt
10
Indiscritível, memorável
Pros:

Este não é apenas mais um hotel — é o hotel a não perder em Matera.
Aqui, mergulhamos no tempo e deixamo-nos embalar pelo murmúrio das pedras antigas.
Respira-se a história em cada canto: nos talheres que contam memórias, nos pratos de barro moldados pelo tempo, na cama de madeira maciça que guarda sonhos antigos, nos lençóis e nas toalhas que parecem abraçar-nos com ternura.
Os empregados são de uma simpatia rara — atentos, gentis, e tão imersos na alma do lugar que parece que nasceram dentro desta época.
Tudo aqui é vivido com alma, tudo aqui é inspiração.

Cons:

Adorei tudo, cada detalhe.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
L
luis couple es
10
Hotel de ensueño
Pros:

Excelente

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
C
Christophe couple fr
10
une team magnifique et un lien magique
Pros:

vraiment top

Cons:

rien tout est top

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
H
Hans Bolli solo_traveller ch
9
Zurück in der Geschichte
Pros:

Neue Art "Hotel" und Kulturstätten (Matera) und zurück in die Vergangenheit (Griechen - so wichtig für die Entwicklung Italiens) zu erleben!

Cons:

Habe nichts auszusetzen

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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Guy couple il
8
2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Diane family_with_children us
10
2025-10-09 via Nuitee
A
Avraham couple il
8
מלון מיוחד לאוהבי הז'אנר
Pros:

המלון מדהים במיוחדותו.
המקום לאוהבי הז'אנר בלבד

Cons:

לא נוח.
החל מעיניין החנייה והשטלים,דרך מיטה לא נוחה וארוחת בוקר שמנסה לדמות עבר,אבל פשוט לא טעימה.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Davide couple it
9
Bellissima esperienza
Pros:

Davide e tutto lo staff era fantastico

Cons:

Suggerirei l’installazione di una lampadina vicino il letto per la lettura, un armadio e magari qualche sedia/piccolo divano nella camera

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Manas couple in
10
Must stay if in Matera
Pros:

Fantastic and very unique hotel. Right in the heart and yet very peaceful. The room was quite big and had all the amenities. The unique old-style swimming pool is the best we have seen in a hotel. Breakfast was great, unique, and filling. All the complimentary experiences were designed with a lot of thought and detail.

Cons:

Everything was perfect.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee