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9.8/10Excellent230 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/10 10.0
Service10.0/10 10.0
Comfort9.8/10 9.8
Condition10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood10.0/10 10.0
Amenities9.8/10 9.8
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About Thymus Residence Nei Sassi
With a stay at Thymus Residence nei Sassi, you'll be centrally located in Matera, steps from Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and within a 5-minute walk of Convent of Sant'Agostino. This townhouse accommodation is 0. 6 mi (0. 9 km) from Piazza San Pietro Caveoso and 0.
7 mi (1 km) from Church of Santa Maria de Idris. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this Mediterranean townhouse accommodation include complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the townhouse accommodation's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
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Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. 32-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets.
With a stay at Thymus Residence nei Sassi, you'll be centrally located in Matera, steps from Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Convent of Sant'Agostino. This affittacamere is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Palombaro Lungo and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Museo della Scultura Contemporanea.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
7:30 PM
Check-out until
10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Events/parties not allowed
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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Property Alerts
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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You need to know
- All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
- Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. If driving, please contact this property in advance for more information (e.g., directions). Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Tax ID - 01312250770
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Covered self parking fee: EUR 30 per night
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- A late check-out fee will be charged
- Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Italian
Nearby attractions
Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Casa Grotta 'Once Upon a Time...'
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Rock Churches of San Nicola dei Greci and Madonna delle Virtù
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Convent of Sant'Agostino
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cathedral of Matera
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Casa Noha
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
San Giovanni Battista Church
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Palombaro Lungo
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Chiesa del Purgatorio
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Museo Nazionale Ridola
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Domenico Ridola National Archaeological Museum
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Museo della Scultura Contemporanea
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
0.7 km / 0.5 mi
La Raccolta delle Acque
0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Church of San Pietro Caveoso
0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 5
- hotel
- Car parkExtra charge
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Secure parking
- Airport Shuttle
- Laundry service
- Hotel safe
- Terrace
- Bicycle storage
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- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Bar
- TV lounge
- Turkish bath (hamam)
- Breakfast
- Breakfast buffet
- Snacks
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans
Meal plan types
Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.
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Room types
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SUITE DELUXE KING BEDSUITE • DELUXE KING BEDSUI.DX-KG
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
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- DELUXE KING BED
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SUITE DELUXE KING BED
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- DELUXE KING BED
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Room code: SUI.DX-KG
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CAVE STANDARDCAVE • STANDARDCUE.ST
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- Guests: 2–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- CAVE
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- STANDARD
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CAVE STANDARD
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- Guests: 2–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- CAVE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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Room code: CUE.ST
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SUITE DUPLEXSUITE • DUPLEXSUI.DP
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DUPLEX
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SUITE DUPLEX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DUPLEX
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Room code: SUI.DP
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SUITE TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- TWO BEDROOMS
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SUITE TWO BEDROOMS
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- TWO BEDROOMS
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Room code: SUI.B2
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SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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SUITE DELUXE
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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Room code: SUI.DX
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Room ECONOMYRoom • ECONOMYROO.EY
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- Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
- Room type
- Room
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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Room ECONOMY
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- Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
- Room type
- Room
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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Room code: ROO.EY
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STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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STUDIO STANDARD
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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Room code: STU.ST
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STUDIO KING SIZE BEDSTUDIO • KING SIZE BEDSTU.KG
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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STUDIO KING SIZE BED
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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Room code: STU.KG
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SUITE SUPERIORSUITE • SUPERIORSUI.SU
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR
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SUITE SUPERIOR
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR
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Room code: SUI.SU
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SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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SUITE STANDARD
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.ST
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CAVE DELUXECAVE • DELUXECUE.DX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- CAVE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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CAVE DELUXE
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- CAVE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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Room code: CUE.DX
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DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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DOUBLE ECONOMY
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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Room code: DBL.EY
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SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX-1
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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SUITE DELUXE
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.DX-1
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SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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SUITE KING SIZE BED
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.KG
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Double or Twin ECONOMYDouble or Twin • ECONOMYDBT.EY
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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Double or Twin ECONOMY
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- ECONOMY
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Room code: DBT.EY
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Thymus Residence Nei Sassi
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Mark
Very nice place to stay in and experience Matera. Staff really pleasant and breakfasts very good
Lynn
We absolutely loved our stay of 4 nights at Thymus! Incredibly clean and so cool to stay inside a cave. Breakfast outside while looking at the hills of matera will never be forgotten. Well worth every penny!
Martha
We could not have enjoyed our stay more.
From the moment of check in to our check out, the staff at Thymus were incredibly helpful. They provided a list of recommended restaurants and then offered to even make the reservations. We were able to enjoy two fabulous dinners.
This is a fabulous hotel in a perfect location!
From the moment of check in to our check out, the staff at Thymus were incredibly helpful. They provided a list of recommended restaurants and then offered to even make the reservations. We were able to enjoy two fabulous dinners.
This is a fabulous hotel in a perfect location!
Robert
Excellent stay. Wow cave room, great location, helpful staff. Would recommend to everyone and would stay again
Michael
Great location and the cabe experience was awesome
Claudia
Excellent location, beautiful room, good breakfast
Rajesh
Breakfast was excellent. The reception staff were very helpful in providing information on the places to visit. The room was very tidy and all the facilities were great. Highly recommended.
David
Spacious, clean room and a great location. Very friendly and helpful staff.
LETICIA
The location was superb. Breakfast was excellent! We loved everything!!
Sebastian
Beautiful stay with amazing fresh breakfast. The staff were very helpful and even arranged a taxi service for our early morning checkout. Wonderful stay in an amazing city
Belgheis
The breakfast was fabulous. As many coffees as you wanted, and the best service in the friendliest manner possible.
Chester
My wife and I spent an amazing time there. The customer service was excellent and very friendly. The room was incredible, very clean and spacious.
Maria Lourdes
Nice place!!!
Bert
This hotel made our trip to Matera amazing. Our room was beautiful, authentic and so well done. The breakfast was great and the staff was extremely helpful. The location was perfect. I strongly recommend staying here to compliment your trip to Matera.
Gary
Great location and very helpful owners.
Laura
Loved the experience to stay in a Cave. The room was beautiful and comfortable. We left the car in a private parking and were driven into town near to the hotel. Matera is amazing and worth visiting.
Margaret
The rooms are unique and spacious. The hosts were warm and welcoming and provided information about this historic area. Perfectly located to explore the city!
Janie
Host arranged parking outside of the city with shuttle for check in and check out. This was perfect!
Kellie
Our stay here was amazing. The location, staff and room. We would highly recommend it.
Susan
Loved that we could leave our bags behind in day of checkout to site see Matera, more importantly the breakfast was amazing. Rooms were very comfortable.
lida
5-star experience. We really enjoyed our stay here from the room, the staff, the breakfast, and everything else. This was the best place we stayed at in our 12-night Southern Italy trip. The Duplex Room was really nice, the spa was very unique and special. The staff went out of their way to make sure they provide the best service. They also made great dinner recommendations and arranged for easy parking pick-up and drop-off.
Jeffrey
Truly unique hotel in an amazing, amazing city.
Friendly staff who encouraged and supported us to
explore a city unlike any other.
Friendly staff who encouraged and supported us to
explore a city unlike any other.
siavash
Unique Experience in Matera!
A real adventure—sleeping in a beautiful cave room was unforgettable! The breakfast was fantastic, and the people were so kind and friendly. The atmosphere was peaceful, and the design of the room kept the history alive. Plenty of great restaurants around, all within walking distance. We would love to come back again!
A real adventure—sleeping in a beautiful cave room was unforgettable! The breakfast was fantastic, and the people were so kind and friendly. The atmosphere was peaceful, and the design of the room kept the history alive. Plenty of great restaurants around, all within walking distance. We would love to come back again!
Alejandra
Very nice hotel in a convenient location with delicious breakfast. Bora the reception girl is amazing, she help you with absolutely everything.
Gabriela
A night in
I loved Matera and this place!! It was a magical place!! Breakfast and service were superb!! They help me transport my luggage so that I don’t have to walk with it through rocky roads.
Kelly
This place is centrally located in the Sasssi. Staying in the cave was magical. Exceptional cleanliness! Amazing breakfast - made cappuccinos to order for us. Owners were so accommodating and set up parking for us and a shuttle. She also made dinner reservations for us! This was the best part of our trip to Italy! Stay here - you will not regret it!
Wanda
We absolutely loved Matera. We loved our hotel. What a unique place. The staff were so very helpful too.
Stephen
We loved our spa cave room at Thymus. It had a pool and a Turkish steam bath. The room accommodated four easily and was very clean and well appointed. The staff was wonderful and the breakfast was excellent. We would stay again and highly recommend to anyone. Matera is a unique place and this is a one of a kind, top tier property.
Mark
The hotel itself was great, location terrific, and the type of hotel room being in a cave mostly was remarkable. Matera itself is an interesting town with much history, not just Rome, Byzantium and Arab slavers but of the surprising nature of its topography and how the residents made it work. All this was great to see and Thymus itself did very well in showcasing it.
What was annoying was the fact that only 3 days before we were due to arrive, Thymus sent me a message saying that no cars were possible in the city, and that I was left with either trying my best somewhere in town or outside, or utilize their covered parking option at 25 euros per day. No option really, but that was not the issue for me.
The city itself makes cars impossible. I understand that having seen it. What annoys me is the fact that the hotel never mentioned this on the booking site. Had they stated that parking was impossible but they had a work around, I would likely have been happy with this. Or alternatively I would have dismissed this hotel and maybe even the town and traveled somewhere else. However I was not given the chance to make this choice. It was concealed.
There are plenty of hotels in the city, both old town and new town. Plenty of parking options in the new town. None in the old town. Armed with this information from the hotel I may have decided to go somewhere else.
Long rant I know, but this leaves a really bad taste in the mouth. Hence the rating.
What was annoying was the fact that only 3 days before we were due to arrive, Thymus sent me a message saying that no cars were possible in the city, and that I was left with either trying my best somewhere in town or outside, or utilize their covered parking option at 25 euros per day. No option really, but that was not the issue for me.
The city itself makes cars impossible. I understand that having seen it. What annoys me is the fact that the hotel never mentioned this on the booking site. Had they stated that parking was impossible but they had a work around, I would likely have been happy with this. Or alternatively I would have dismissed this hotel and maybe even the town and traveled somewhere else. However I was not given the chance to make this choice. It was concealed.
There are plenty of hotels in the city, both old town and new town. Plenty of parking options in the new town. None in the old town. Armed with this information from the hotel I may have decided to go somewhere else.
Long rant I know, but this leaves a really bad taste in the mouth. Hence the rating.
Margarita
The hotel was lovely but the service and hospitality was wonderful
MAYA
We booked the suite with the hot tub, and it was so spacious and clean.
The staff were excellent and provided a lovely breakfast in the morning!
The staff were excellent and provided a lovely breakfast in the morning!
David R
Loved this property. Hosts were very accommodating, room and location were charming. Wish the bed was softer but otherwise wouldn’t change a thing.
AMALIA
Would stay again.
Barbara
Bravo to Bora who was more than helpful. Your restaurant picks were excellent as well!
The property was immaculate, can’t imagine there is a nicer place to stay.
Breakfast had lots of choices. The spa tub was great after a long very hot day.
The property was immaculate, can’t imagine there is a nicer place to stay.
Breakfast had lots of choices. The spa tub was great after a long very hot day.
Craig
Thymus Residence is a unique and charming hotel. The hostess met us with a warm welcome and the hotel was exactly as we imagined - a charming, high end, cave experience. In the heart of the Sassi and close walking distance to one-of-a-kind sites. The rooms were very nice, the food delicious. I would definitely stay again!!
Vanessa
Hosts were so lovely, friendly and helpful. The breakfast bruschetta and coffee absolutely delish and would go back for sure
Michael
Excellent experience! We loved our stay at Thymus Matera. Our hostess, Bora, made our stay even better with all the helpful info she provided
Michael
Amazing
Amazing experience. The location was easy to get to with the internal bus shuttle from the car park outside the ZTL zone.
The cave experience was amazing. Fabulous buffet breakfast, spacious room and bathroom, v helpful , knowledgeable and friendly staff
The cave experience was amazing. Fabulous buffet breakfast, spacious room and bathroom, v helpful , knowledgeable and friendly staff
Michael
Amazing
Amazing experience. The location was easy to get to with the internal bus shuttle from the car park outside the ZTL zone.
The cave experience was amazing.
The cave experience was amazing.
Peter
The staff went over and above to ensure we were comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the assortment was amazing!
Harry
Beautifully restored Cave property. Everything was perfect
MARION
Thymus Residence is just such a different place to stay with breakfast taken just next door to our accommodation in a former medieval church. So many interesting features in the immediate area. We chose a cava suite at Thymus for 3 nights. Simply had to have one of the former cave rooms if you’re going to Matera! Such a different experience to staying in a regular room. But while still visibly a cave architecturally, it had every convenience to a high standard. Absolutely amazing.
william j
Beautiful. Well designed, well appointed, the staff was lovely. Our room had a steam sauna, which was a nice treat after an unusually cold and windy March day.
Jonathan
Lovely stay, friendly staff, convenient location. Love the jacuzzi
Joanne
Great (modernized) cave stay in Matera.
Loved the hotel. Very caring and helpful managers and staff. Beautiful room, well equipped. Modern within the cave setting. Great breakfast- Matera has the best bread (and the light ricotta with fig syrup - amazing). Convenient location to everything (but note- parking is outside the old city for all hotels and a bit of a challenge to find).
Maria
I loved Matera! And their people and the staff at Thymus and the room clean, quiet, cozy! And the delicious diverse breakfast! Matera is now my favorite destination ever!
Melissa
Unique stay in a cave suit, perfectly decorated with the bonus of a hot tub. The staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable and we were even given a gift when we checked out.
Susan
Fantastic stay that offers comfort and ambience
Loved this hotel! It allowed us to experience Matera more authentically while still enjoying the luxury of a well-appointed cave. Wonderful staff and prime location. Don't hesitate -- book here!
Mariela
Loved everything about this hotel and the parking garage with shuttle service recommendation was great! We would definitely return!
Janna
Staff was so kind and helpful
Susana A Hernandez
Beautiful place to stay, host was very helpful and attentive to every detail
Willem
Great stay
Beautiful hotel with cave rooms, good service and breakfast, super clean …..
Silvia
The resort Thymus is exceptionally unique. Gorgeous rooms in the Matera sassi grotte. Perfectly restored with all amenities. A unique experience. Rooms are spacious, have jacuzzi in a private grotta, super clean, tastefully furnished in authentic style. The staff is beyond friendly and welcoming. An absolute treasure
Stacey
The people at this place are sooo lovely and sooo helpful. The cave room was well appointed although bed squeaks when moving in it.
The people made this place a lovely cave to stay at. Can not recommend them more.
The people made this place a lovely cave to stay at. Can not recommend them more.
Goslik
What an unbelievable hotel with the most exceptional hostess! Apart from the pain of not being able to park, this stay was an absolute highlight.
The beauty and Magrath of Matera is matched beautifully by this hotel. We were lucky enough to stay in the suite with its own personal grotto pool and spa …. Unbelievable!
Stay here if you get the chance
The beauty and Magrath of Matera is matched beautifully by this hotel. We were lucky enough to stay in the suite with its own personal grotto pool and spa …. Unbelievable!
Stay here if you get the chance
Mark
Gorgeous room. Wonderful staff and hospitality.
Dave
The hotel room was inside a cave. Completely renovated, clean and very memorable!
The Thymus is conveniently located. Walking distance to all of the sites and restaurants.
The Sassi is a vey interesting and unique place. The hotel staff helped us with arrangements and reservations for a tour and restaurants.
The Thymus is conveniently located. Walking distance to all of the sites and restaurants.
The Sassi is a vey interesting and unique place. The hotel staff helped us with arrangements and reservations for a tour and restaurants.
karen
The managers were very accommodating and sweet. The property is beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with many options. The whole area is very safe and absolutely gorgeous.
Jeff
Our room, which had a private pool, was beyond amazing. To stay in the Sassi area is a must if visiting Matera. And the staff at Thymus are so gracious and ready to help with anything.
Myra
Wonderful stay! Beautiful room at Thymus and well taken care of by staff! We would recommend and would also love to return for another visit.
Eric
Absolutely unique. Quietest room ever. Spotless. Good breakfast. Friendly staff.
Nice touch with free bottle of wine.
Slightly awkward access as is off the road a bit and parking is off site but free. Would stay again.
Nice touch with free bottle of wine.
Slightly awkward access as is off the road a bit and parking is off site but free. Would stay again.
Clare
Perfect location , unique place to stay
We had an exceptional stay from start to finish !!! Such a unique place to stay we loved everything about it. The receptionist who checked us in Bora, was very welcoming, informative and helpful even though she'd only been working there for 4 days. The room was fabulous, cosy and warm after a long day out in the cold and pouring rain , perfect to come back to where we ordered takeaway pizza to have with the complimentary bottle of wine we'd been left as a gift.The next morning we all enjoyed our breakfast and our hosts were very hospitable. We would highly recommend staying here 100%
Delia
Thymus is an excellent option in Matera. GUIDO is an excellent host. Breakfast is excellent. And premises a dream. We will never forget our stay in Matera. Highly recommended!
Amy
Very helpful front desk as we navigated the parking situation, gorgeous room with thoughtful details. Materia is magical, made even more so with a stay at Thymus!
Réal
If you want to be in the Sassy land … don’t hesitate to book one night to this hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff has been appreciated during our stay.
Laurie
The Thymus was a wonderful hotel. The location was excellent and the staff were so warm and friendly. I highly recommend this hotel.
Alison
Loved it all and the breakfast buffet was good too!
Robert
Atmosphere & Comfort
Thymus Residence nei Sassi is a unique property in a unique city. Atmosphere & comfort combine for an agreeable stay.
Andrew
Great stay in Matera
Fantastic property, great location in Matera. We had two rooms, upgrading to the spa suite for one night. Both rooms were fabulous, but definitely worth the upgrade for the private spa. Breakfast was plentiful and the service was perfect from start to finish, thoughtful and personable.
Erick
The staff is amazing. They made sure our stay was perfect. I would stay here again
ELAYNE
Happy we stayed at Thymus and in Matera
Wonderful experience. Very nice room.
Joseph
Totally unique setting. Best Staff in Italy
Philip
This place was FANTASTIC. The rooms are very comfortable and a total treat. The staff was very welcoming and friendly which made our stay even better. Highly recommend!
Alain
A must visit !
Amazing location. Exceptional service and cooperation. Close to very good restaurants. An experience by itself.
Paula
What a wonderful place to stay! Sleeping in a cave was so unique. The staff and location were excellent. I would definitely stay here again!
Gonzalo
This hotel is fantastic, without a doubt would stay there again. Location is obviously great, at Sasso Barisano, very easy to arrive, the property is super nice, the design of the room is awesome, the staff is really really nice and the breakfast delicious. A short walking distance there are restaurants, which all of them are incredible. Amazing experience staying at Thymus, highly recommendable.
Fernando Eugenio
Nice staff, especially at the reception. Very good location, they gave as a present, a very good wine: primitivo grape. It was a good surprise for us to taste that grape. Highly recomended
AnneMarieke
Fantastic host, and the most wonderful breakfast!
Alessandro
Professional, warm hopstiality, beautiful place
Our stay at Thymus was excellent. We enjoyed the perfect combination between professional management of the nice facility in the beautiful Matera and the warm hospitality that is typical of southern Italy.
Philip
Cave room was amazing. All features you would want. One of the best I’ve stayed in and I’ve stayed in literally thousands.
Manuela who was on the front desk organized paid parking off-site, dinner and a tour, and mapped out a walk. Very attentive. Perfect English too.
Manuela who was on the front desk organized paid parking off-site, dinner and a tour, and mapped out a walk. Very attentive. Perfect English too.
Geri Ann
Our stay at the Thymus Residence nei Sassi was a wonderful, unique experience that we will always remember. This conversion of a Sassi cave into a hotel room is design at its best. It was totally outfitted with every modern amenity, yet you felt enveloped in the past. The view out the door was fantastic! We loved the lication, the staff, and the breakfast! Totally recommend for a one-of-a-kind experience!
Sinae
True Gem in Matera!
Thymus is a true gem! Annalisa and Imperia have been the most gracious hosts, and we were sad to leave. Their breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and they gifted us their special bread from Matera when we checked out. The room itself is unbelievable, built into the sassi and very spacious. Thank you Thymus for the memorable experience!
nabhajit
The room is nearly 500 st ft.very spacious, decorated with very rustic looking furniture tastefully arranged. I liked it and will come back again. It seems claustrofobic at initial look but they have a system of flowing air through a dehumidifier.
Andre
Schöne Höhle
Es ist eine von wenigen Höhlen in Matera, die so natürlich aussiehr - super!
Tyler
Luxury cave stay
This is an experience worth trying. The room is located in a great area, close to all the sites, dining, and bars. The breakfast was more than expected. It was truly a great experience. Cannot recommend this enough.
Alice
The property is located unique. The reception and the breakfast room are inside an old cave church and our room was a completely independent \"sasso\", clean, full of comforts and amenities. The staff is amazing, super welcoming, kind and helpful. Our second day we asked for a breakfast to go since we were planning to leave earlier for a tour and they gave us a bag full of food and drinks, sweet and salty, enough for a group of people that we used also for lunch. Also the buffet breakfast was very rich and the food homemade. The location is just perfect close to everything. I can only recommend this bed&breakfast.
Verified traveler
We loved Thymus Residence nei Sassi. The location was perfect and our room was incredible. The breakfasts were quite hardy and there was even a welcome drink and snack. I highly recommend this hotel.
John
INCREDIBLE!!!!!!
Matera is a hidden jewel of a town with a very chequered history.
This hotel is built into rhe side of a valley and its AMAZING.
The staff the room....oh the room... the breakfast...oh the room... the many many extra touches...oh the room...
Barbara and her staff made this a
truly magical stay we will never forget. We were only there a couple of days but we all got a bit emotional on leaving.
We stayed in the junior deluxe suite.... INCREDIBLE!!!!
This hotel is built into rhe side of a valley and its AMAZING.
The staff the room....oh the room... the breakfast...oh the room... the many many extra touches...oh the room...
Barbara and her staff made this a
truly magical stay we will never forget. We were only there a couple of days but we all got a bit emotional on leaving.
We stayed in the junior deluxe suite.... INCREDIBLE!!!!
Andy
What a wonderful hotel. Staff arranged parking and room was incredible. Literally carved into The base of the city but every modern convenience. awesome location.
Jennifer
Perfect Location in a Very Magical Place!
This was THE standout part of our 3 week vacation. Matera is like no other place. I loved it! And, our \"cave\" hotel was perfect! HUGE and in a perfect location, right in the heart of the Sassi. Good restaurants close by. Great breakfast and amazing staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I would only stay here if I ever get a chance to go back.
Verified traveler
Great place to stay in Matera. The owners we extremely welcoming and helpful. Could not have asked for a better place to stay. A 5 to 7 minute walk to main shopping and restaurants. Will definitely stay there should I come back to this very wonderful city.
Verified traveler
Beautiful property with the most helpful and nice staff. So many little touches that just added to the stay. Would highly recommend this property if you are going to stay in Matera. Excellent
Hugo/Norine
Staying at the Thymus Residence was truly a unique and unforgettable experience. It was above my expectations in every way. We were greeted by Michela, the receptionist who offered us a beverage upon our arrival, she was very helpful in providing us information about things to see and providing a map of the area. Our room, which was in a cave, had all the amenities you could ask for in a hotel: Large, Comfortable bed, modern bathroom with wonderful toiletries and air conditioning, the breakfast was delightful with a wonderful selection of breakfast items..Matera is an amazing city and should not be missed .
Verified traveler
This was one of the most unique hotels we have stayed! We stayed three nights. The staff were so friendly and accommodating making sure everything was taken care of during our visit. Pierre was exceptional! He called to set up dinner reservations, car service, and gave great recommendations for what to see and do. Matera is a place to visit! It is a relaxing, off the beaten path place with wonderful food and wine. Night time is beautiful with the lights.
Caroline
AMAZING
Fabulous property, great help from the front desk, yummy breakfast & located right around the corner from the Salvador Dali exhibit. Matera should be on your bucket list- AMAZING
Diana
Out of this world
Amazing amazing amazing! Matera is one of a kind and so was Thymus. Great room, great facilities, great ambience. Top notch!
Kristine
Highly recommend this gorgeous hotel
Highly recommend this gorgeous hotel. The cave fitout is amazing, service exceptional and breakfast incredibly generous with the choice of food. Can’t gind any fault!
Verified traveler
Delightful - shame it was on!y for one night!:
The entire experience was great. Great hospitality, superb cave bedroom, excellent breakfast selection, complimentary bottle of local wine, even a good restaurant right next door (unrelated to the hotel). No car parking at all but for €15 a valet service picks up the car, parks it away from the restricted zone and brings it back at 15 minutes' notice. Highly recommended.
Melanie
Everything was just perfect.
Mara Silvia Borella
A Zona é de restrição para carros .
Mas foi maravilhosa nossa estadia
Mas foi maravilhosa nossa estadia
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Thymus Residence Nei Sassi
26 Via Casale, Matera, Italy
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