Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Exceptional service
Clean and spacious rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Some difficulty accessing the hotel
Room humidity initially uncomfortable

Categories

Cleanliness
9.13
Rooms were noted as very clean, fitting standards for high-quality accommodations.
Service
9.8
Staff were described as exceptionally helpful, friendly, and professional.
Location
9.64
Beautiful location with stunning views and convenient access to local attractions.
Room Quality
9.69
Rooms are large, beautifully furnished, and tranquil, creating a unique experience.
Amenities
9.52
Included modern amenities in historic cave rooms, enhancing the stay.
Value for Money
9.38
Perceived high value due to quality of service and experience relative to price.
Food and Beverage
9.93
Breakfast was fantastic with beautifully arranged self-serve options.
Overall Experience
9.7
Guests expressed immense satisfaction and a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 14:42

Property Description

Unique Accommodation in Matera Sassi Area

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Discover the blend of history and modernity in our air-conditioned rooms, some carved into the rock or nestled in an 18th-century building. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, and terrace views in select rooms.

Scenic Views and Local Delights
Indulge in a buffet breakfast with panoramic city views. Explore nearby bars and restaurants offering authentic local cuisine.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Located near Matera Train Station and cave churches, our family-run hotel is the perfect base for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don't miss the chance to visit the seaside, just a short drive away.

Ready to experience Matera's charm? Book your stay at Palazzo Degli Abati now!

Important information:

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 25 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 6 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1421 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.13
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 9.69
Amenities: 9.52
Value for Money: 9.38
Food and Beverage: 9.93
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Yukiko • extended_group • jp
10
毎回素晴らしいです。
Pros:

洞窟を美しく生まれ変わらせた部屋は素敵で、景観が素晴らしい。ホテルのBarからの眺めは最高です。朝食もとても良いです。今年はビュッフェではなくオーダーする形式でしたが、私たちはその方が良かったです。

Cons:

ホテル自体には何の問題もありません。観光客が多い時間帯は駐車場へ入るのが大変です。

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • couple • cl
10
10/10
Pros:

Todo excelente. El personal siempre nos respondió
y ayudaron con todo.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • extended_group • gb
8
Boutique hotel in the Sassi
Pros:

The property is well placed in the Sassi with beautiful views. The restaurant is good serving delicious food. The staff were overall friendly and helpful .

Cons:

The restaurant was closed when we arrived on a Thursday and it is not possible to have a drink or any food at the hotel on this day other than what is in the bedroom. The beautiful views attract many influencers who are desperate to take their perfect photograph while you are dining !

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • ar
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
S
Silvia • couple • br
10
Experiência inesquecível
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
B
Brown • couple • au
10
Absolutely amazing stay a MUST
Pros:

Every was just perfect,staff, location, breakfast, intro to the area view,omg a must stay

Cons:

That we had to leave and go home

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Wendy and Kev
Pros:

Everything about this hotel is excellent ! The location in centre of Matera and the experience of sleeping in a cave room and the welcoming staff .
Clean comfortable facilities and a lovely Bistro on a terrace with amazing views

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • family_with_children • br
10
Experiência maravilhosa
Pros:

Quarto super bonito, limpo e moderno, cama confortável, bom gosto em tudo. A equipe foi muito gentil e simpática, principalmente a Cristina que nos recebeu super bem. E a vista do hotel é maravilhosa! Adorei e recomendo muito :)

Cons:

Tudo perfeito

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • fr
10
Magique
Pros:

L’hôtel est idéalement placé. Le personnel est au petits soins. Le petit déjeuner sur la terrasse devant une vue sublime est magnifique.

Cons:

La lumière rentre très tôt dans la chambre le matin. Les rideaux ne sont pas occultents

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • au
10
Perfect location in a beautiful room
Pros:

Location and beautiful room

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • extended_group • de
10
Der perfekte Platz für Matera!
Pros:

Die Lage ist für Matera perfekt: tolle Aussicht von der Terrasse auf die Stadt; und das schon beim Frühstück.
Frühstück ist extrem umfangreich , man kann von der Bistro Karte auswählen , was man und soviel man will. Selten so gefrühstückt, und das bei tollem Panorama. Unsere Höhlensuite war einfach super elegant und schön und ist sehr zum empfehlen, zumal man direkt davon eine Sitzecke hat, von der man Abends das Panorama des beleuchteten Matera geniessen kann.
Das ganze Team ist ausgesprochen freundlich; Christina hat uns alles erklärt , was man machen sollte und hat uns perfekte Tipps für das Abendessen gegeben.
Die Anreise mit dem Shuttle von P 4 lief einwandfrei - wie auch die Kommunikation mit dem Hotel vor der Ankunft.

Cons:

Da gibt es gar nichts, was hätte besser sein können.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • se
10
Hörlig miljö - rum o terass
Pros:

Terassen utsikten o enkelt att hitta. God service hos personalen:)

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Serap • couple • at
10
Insgesamt ein wunderschönes Hotel mit einzigartigen Zimmern, tollem Service und traumhaftem Ausblick.
Pros:

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt und waren begeistert von unserem wunderschönen Cave-Zimmer. Das Zimmer war sehr großzügig geschnitten, stilvoll eingerichtet und etwas ganz Besonderes – wir waren von Anfang an fasziniert.

Besonders praktisch war auch die Parkgarage, die nur etwa 5 Minuten entfernt liegt. Mit den Koffern mussten wir nicht viele Treppen bewältigen, was in dieser Gegend ein großer Vorteil ist.

Das gesamte Personal war freundlich und hilfsbereit. Außerdem hatten wir einen traumhaften Ausblick auf die Sassi, den wir jeden Tag genossen haben. Direkt neben dem Hotel befindet sich ein sehr gutes Restaurant. Als Hotelgäste erhält man dort 20 % Rabatt.

Cons:

Nicht-Hotelgäste können auch an den Zimmern vorbeilaufen. Einmal kam es vor dass fremde Personen auf unseren Terrassenmöbeln saßen

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Olger • couple • nl
10
Mesmerizing
Pros:

Beautiful room in a cave. Good looking and high end materials make the room authentic and luxurious at the same time time. The location is great, in the sassi, with easy access to the car park (the instructions, including a video, shared by the hotel make it even more easy. Very friendly and supportive staff. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommended!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
C
Caroline • couple • gb
9
Really good
Pros:

Very nice room, newly refurbished. The shower/bathroom was superb

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Fernanda • couple • br
10
Muito bom!!
Pros:

Quarto confortável, bem iluminado. Ótimo atendimento da recepcionista. Localização e café da manhã sensacional.

Cons:

A acomodação precisa de alguns reparos.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • couple • gb
8
An incredible location and view with wonderful staff and breakfast
Pros:

What an incredible location! The view from the terrace is probably the best we saw in Italy and having our (delightful) breakfast overlooking that view felt so special. The welcome from Cristina was very warm; she was a fantastic host and gave us lots of info and help. The staff generally were really responsive and easy to get hold of when you needed anything.

We stayed in one of the cave rooms and it was very impressive with all the amenities you'd want/need. There is a dehumidifier to lessen the obvious damp that comes with being in a cave and the air con keeps you nice and cool.
One thing we would note is that the bed on both nights felt quite damp and that effected our sleep quality. However, we didn't tell Cristina or the staff because we assumed we were just dealing with what is probably pretty much expected if you choose to sleep in a cave! Saying that, we haven't seen other reviews mention damp sheets so maybe this was out of the ordinary and something we should have flagged in retrospect.

Aside from that, the stay was wonderful and we loved our time in Matera - we would love to return. Thanks for everything, Cristina and co!

One more thing - if you have a rental car, I'd highly recommend taking the offer to park your car just outside Matera in a secure carpark and then use the transfer minivan to just outside the hotel - avoids too much sweaty walking with suitcases!

Cons:

The bed felt quite damp when we were going to sleep though we put that down to sleeping in a cave..!

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • us
10
Magnificent stay in Maginificent city
Pros:

The location was excellent. We enjoyed the feeling of being in a cave. Nadia was great at the front desk. She was helpful both before and during our stay.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Mario • solo_traveller • ba
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee