Caveoso Hotel

We stayed here ten years ago and now have two fond memories. The ambiance is fantastic. We had a nice view across the valley. Room was clean. Breakfast was great. Caveoso filled our little coffee Thermos for the road. Good coffee! Ten years ago the smart phone map apps weren't as good but now Google maps made it easy to get in and out.

Great location! Very easy to arrive by car and a tiny walk up some steps to get there. It’s right next to the Piazza San Pietro Caveoso and also an incredible view point at the church of Saint Mary Idris. It’s in a nice quiet part of old town and a great base to explore Matera. When we checked in our host gave us restaurant recommendations, told us about great viewing points and made other helpful suggestions. They also were able to recommend a driver for one of our transfers. The room was very clean and spacious. We really enjoyed our stay. Staff were lovely!

Very nice "cave room", with plenty of space, comfortable beds, air conditioning and plenty of fesh water in the room fridge (much appreciated). The view on a "chiesa rupestre" from just outside our room was also spectacular. We were given plenty of useful information at the check-in, which helped us finalize our plans for visiting Matera in the short time we had (1 night stay only). Hotel staff was always friendly and supportive.

Like everything about Matera, it was unique experience, and one that you will probably not find anywhere else in the world: staying in an actual cave! The staff were warm, welcoming and accommodating and ensured you had a 'unique experience'. They gave great advice on visiting the city, what to see and where to eat etc. They also went above and beyond such as making me a delicious breakfast pack for my room and arranging a taxi to take me to the bus station for a 7:30am coach. Bed was one of the best hotel beds I've ever stayed in. Location was perfect you were not too far away from anything! If I come back to Matera I will certainly stay at this hotel again!

I booked a junior with balcony. in pic it clearly overlooks the church on hill but they throw a few extra photos in there that still look like that is the room u are booking but it is not. be careful and make sure u are in room 9 (beautiful room) as room 2 ( although nice) was not worth the same $$. the younger fellow at the front desk proceeded to argue with me which was uncomfortable. the young gal called me later and I was able to get the better room for one night. I feel I was overcharged for 2 nights as I would not of booked the room they initially put me in . the good things… bed is soft but I liked it room was clean I thought breakfast was good although I just have coffee and croissant I left early and they brought me my coffee/croissant at 7 am which was super nice!! just be aware of room u are expecting