We were thrilled with our accommodations in Matera. Yes, it was a cave carved into the side of a hill and front the front of our cave we could see acrtoss the valley to other caves on the other side of the Sassi. Perfect English was spoken here and the owners were knowledgeable about the area, area restaurant and the... more

This hotel is really the ideal place to stay in this wonderful city. It is right in the middle of the old city and has been built into the mountian making the rooms look like warm caves. We took our exteneded family here for New Year's Eve and I think everyone was speechless about the city and the hotel. Wonderful... more

Stayed at the Locanda last week while in town for a wedding. This place is perfect - tremendous value, beautiful and unique rooms, impeccable service from the staff. They accommodated everything needed to make the stay for all easy, relaxing, and fun. Each room is uniquely bulit into a cave making for a great experience. When in Matera, there is... more

Matera is a must-see if you are travelling in the area. Sleeping in a cave was definitely a unique experience and the rooms get pitch black at night (as what you would expect from a cave). As you open your windows, the light shines in so brightly, and you understand why this town was chosen for the film, Passion of... more

Matera is an unbelievable town, and we should have booked two nights at this hotel. As we rolled our luggage in, the front desk staff woman was unbelievably warm and welcoming, and she offered to park our car and then return it to the front of our hotel when we were ready to leave for 15 euros. After hours spent... more

I'm currently living in Matera, but decided to indulge in an evening in the Sassi at Locanda di San Martino, and it was completely worth it. The service was perfect, the breakfast was absolutely delicious and abundant (a far cry from the more typical continental breakfast), and the room was simple, but elegant, comfortable and utterly charming in a way... more

Basilicata is perhaps the least visited areas of Italy, and visiting Matera we felt like we got to see the "real" Italy. This hotel is located in the sassi district, which is an extremely unique area. The hotel rooms are amazingly carved into the ravine and beautifully appointed. The calm of the setting is very relaxing. Breakfasts are generous and... more

We visited in early february and found the town very quiet, the hotel had but two other guests. Staff were extremely helpful, pointing out where to park car as no parking availble in sassi district., as well as recommending good restaurants away from the tourist areas. One member of staff showed fossils discovered in the walls of the building, which... more

Matera itself is an amazing place; unique, as one of the guidebooks puts it. The Locanda di San Martino was very easy to find, albeit at the very BOTTOM of one of the sassi; great signage, which helped alot. Our room, #23, was a junior suite, and near the top of the hotel. Our very own cave! HUGE bathroom, good... more