Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Unique accommodation
High-quality amenities
Excellent food
Cons:
High price noted by some reviews

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The accommodations were described as spectacular and impeccably clean.
Service
10
Staff was described as attentive, kind, and extremely professional throughout the reviews.
Location
10
The location was consistently praised for allowing easy exploration of the city.
Room Quality
10
Rooms were highlighted as beautiful, cozy, and unique, providing a memorable experience.
Amenities
10
Amenities were well-thought-out, contributing to a fabulous experience.
Value for Money
10
While considered luxurious, the price was noted as high, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast was described as excellent quality and well-presented, enhancing the overall stay.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experience was described as unique and unforgettable by multiple guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:30

Property Description

Unique Cave Accommodation
Experience a one-of-a-kind stay at Le Grotte della Civita, offering rooms and suites set in large caves in Matera's Sassi area, a UNESCO site. The rooms boast stone floors and antique furniture for a truly authentic experience.

Panoramic Terrace Views
Relax and unwind on the panoramic terrace overlooking the stunning Murgia National Park. Perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or a sunset cocktail while taking in the breathtaking scenery.

Exclusive Dining Experience
Indulge in a unique dining experience at Albergo Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita. Enjoy fresh fruit and cool water in a candle-lit dining area, and don't miss the opportunity to savor an exclusive dinner in the property's former church for a truly memorable evening.

Ready to immerse yourself in luxury and history? Book your stay now at Le Grotte della Civita for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

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.Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BRI

Location

Guest Reviews

10
Based on 940 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
J
John • couple • au
10
Perfect and memorable
Pros:

From the moment we arrived at the designated parking spot with easy transfer to the hotel to the welcoming arrival at reception with Pietro was nothing short of amazing . The room was stunning and our degustation 1950 dinner brought us back in time. Everything was impeccable. We loved our stay at Sextantio and Matera. It was memorable and we will never forget it. Thank you

Cons:

There was absolutely nothing not to like about our stay.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sarahjane • extended_group • gb
10
A magical and memorable experience! A must do!
Pros:

Beautiful cave stay, wonderful staff, fantastic breakfast and the view was amazing!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Pascale • couple • fr
10
A must to do in a life time
Pros:

The amazing historical experience , the wonderful breakfast , the kindness of the staff

Cons:

A bit cold at night

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Hillary • couple • mx
8
Great and unique experience and location.
Pros:

Staying in a cave after the town’s history, it’s a unique experience, you have to be prepared because it’s beautiful but it’s not like a hotel, it’s a cave, we would definitely do it again for our first time in Matera.

Cons:

Incredible service, and location

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
M
Marilyn • couple • br
10
A melhor experiência hoteleira que eu já tive na vida
Pros:

It’s the most incredible experience i’ve ever had in a hotel! Sleeping in a original cave it’s such amazing that i can’t tell in Words

Cons:

Não há nada que eu não tenha gostado

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
9
Once in a lifetime
Pros:

It maintained the history of the region but added luxury

Cons:

The steps to reach the room

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Colm • couple • ie
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Our cave exceeded our expectations. It was an experience like no other. We loved the bath setting and the fresh fruit and water.

Cons:

The humidity was high but the fans did help

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • family_with_children • au
10
Absolutely incredible
Pros:

Such an incredible experience staying in Sassi Matera at Sextianto Le Grotte Della Civita. We knew that we would be staying in a cave but we were still awestruck by the beauty and authenticity that was upheld from centuries ago. The layout of the room was amazing, the staff were very professional and friendly and the tour guide with our guide Maria Teresa that was recommended to us by the staff was fantastic. I’d highly recommend staying for at least two nights, we only stayed for one night which was not enough. The location is great as well and the shuttle service from the parking lot to the accommodation was smooth and well organised.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • de
10
Ein wunderbares Hotel in Matera
Pros:

Matera ist ein Traum und das Hotel ebenfalls. Am Rande der Altstadt gelegen mit einem wunderbaren Sonnenaufgang am Morgen ist dieses neue Hotel ein wirklicher Traum. Das Hotel ist erst ganz neu eröffnet worden, weshalb es noch nicht ganz rund läuft, aber da bin ich sehr optmistisch, dass das alles behoben wird. Der Hotelmanager ist sehr engangiert und alle sind sehr freundlich. Wir sind mit dem Auto gekommen und wir wurden in ein Parkhaus geleitet. Ein Fahrer brachte uns dann mit einem Shuttle in die Altstadt. Die Koffer wurden ins Zimmer gebracht. Unser Zimmer war groß, gemütlich mit einem wunderbaren Badezimmer. Die Beleuchtung selbst könnte etwas mehr bzw. heller sein. Aber sonst alles sehr fein ! Auch das Frühstück war hervorragend. Wir haben einmal ein Abendessen gebucht, dass wirklich sehr gut war. Also wir können das Hotel wärmstens empfehlen. Achso unser Hund wurde auch sehr herzlich aufgenommen.

Cons:

Leider ist die Bar abends nicht sehr lange geöffnet, aer ich denke das ist nuir eine Frage der zeit bis das auch gut läuft.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ana • family_with_children • gb
8
1000% yes. We will come back
Pros:

Breakfat and dinner is increadible, the quality of linen in the room and general set up is fantastic

Cons:

We had to fight to get the dinner reservations in the hotel we stayed at. Apparently, there was some private function and part of the restaurant was reserved for it. After we got the table, the service and the food were fantastic so if you want to eat in the hotel, make sure to book in advance

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Deirdre • couple • au
2
Sadly, it was way too damp to be sleeping in.
Pros:

The property is quite extraordinary in its idea about keeping caves as original as possible and we were blown away when we entered our bedroom as it looked very special. Breakfast was outstanding.

Cons:

It was so damp that I simply could not sleep. The musty smell was so overpowering. It felt very unhealthy. Our clothes and bags were damp the next morning It was too dark and we needed our phone torches to move around. The staff mentioned that this was because the weather was humid. But if I had known the conditions of our room was based on the weather then I would not have chosen to stay there, especially as it is so expensive.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Yevgeny • couple • us
7
Unique Matera experience, but the €460 candlelight dinner was an overpriced disappointment.
Pros:

A truly unique property in an extraordinary location. The staff was warm and welcoming, breakfast was very good, and staying in an authentic cave was a fascinating experience that we are glad we had.

Cons:

For us, one night was more than enough, the cave was extremely humid and, despite the restoration, there appeared to be mold on some walls. Our biggest disappointment, however, was the €460 candlelight dinner: a magical setting, but the food and wine were nowhere near the standard or price, the music stopped after about 80 minutes, and after nearly three hours of waiting we left before dessert. I would strongly recommend experiencing the hotel, but dining elsewhere.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • fr
3
Totalement surcoté
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Tarif totalement excessif pour une « Suite » sans aucun confort, et avec une odeur de moisi telle qu’on a hésité à aller dormir sur la terrasse. Lumière minimaliste, obscurité oppressante, aucun service

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
G
Georgiana • couple • ch
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • au
6
Not sure I would stay again …
Pros:

The GREAT: Daniel the porter, as well as the restaurant and breakfast staff - brilliant- thank you so much!!

Cons:

The mediocre: 1000AUD per night for a “charming” rustic cave experience at a UNESCO site was “interesting” value. No fridge and no safe in the room - not even a toilet-roll holder!! The lighting is mostly provided by candles with some dim hidden lighting. So there is not enough light to read a book. Oh - did I mention? No TV!! So make sure you have some content downloaded onto your phone or tablet. The bad: strong concert piano at breakfast and dinner is not very relaxing. I want to call out the male reception staff member starting with an ‘M’. Mate, you were BRUSQUE to the point of being almost RUDE, when I paid my account. You are “the face of the company” and supposed to provide customer service. You really need to do better. Or perhaps it’s time for a career change?? You really left a poor impression on me. Would I come back to stay?? I am not sure I would. James from Australia

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • gb
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • couple • at
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
B
Ben Michael • couple • nl
10
Totally unique hotel experience in historic Matera
Pros:

Totally unique experience! Caves converted into hotel rooms. Incredible work was done to preserve the authentic Matera caves. The room, overall hotel facilities, staff were all excellent.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Lots of steps!

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee