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Fra i Sassi - Residence

Matera · Italy

Via D'Addozio 102View location

9.8/10Excellent406 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.8/109.8
Value9.4/109.4
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Fra i Sassi - Residence

When you stay at Fra i Sassi - Residence in Matera, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Convent of Sant'Agostino. This residence is 0. 2 mi (0.

4 km) from Rock Churches of San Nicola dei Greci and Madonna delle Virtù and 0. 3 mi (0. 5 km) from Palombaro Lungo. Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge). Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Take advantage of the residence'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 AM to 11 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars.

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Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Fra i Sassi - Residence in Matera, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi.

This residence is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Casa Grotta 'Once Upon a Time...' and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Convent of Sant'Agostino. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars.

32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and bidets. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Property uses a professional cleaning service

Important information

  • 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.

  • 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.
    • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
    • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • 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
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property is professionally cleaned
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Property Registration Number IT077014A102353001
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 80 per person (one-way)
    • Self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
    • Valet parking fee: EUR 10 per day
    • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Late check-in fee: EUR 15 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 7:00 AM
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Russian

    English

    Italian

Nearby attractions

Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Casa Grotta 'Once Upon a Time...' 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Convent of Sant'Agostino 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Cathedral of Matera 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
San Giovanni Battista Church 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Rock Churches of San Nicola dei Greci and Madonna delle Virtù 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Casa Noha 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Palombaro Lungo 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Chiesa del Purgatorio 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Museo della Scultura Contemporanea 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
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: 7
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
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  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Meeting room
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • SUITE CITY VIEWSUITE • CITY VIEWSUI.CV

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    SUITE CITY VIEW

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    SUITE
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    CITY VIEW

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    Room code: SUI.CV

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  • DOUBLE CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDDBL.CV-QN

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    DOUBLE CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.CV-QN

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • Room COMFORTRoom • COMFORTROO.OM

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    Room COMFORT

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    COMFORT

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    Room code: ROO.OM

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 35 m²SGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
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    35 m²
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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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    • Wi-fi

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    SUITE DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • SUITE DELUXE CITY VIEWSUITE • DELUXE CITY VIEWSUI.CV-DX

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    SUITE DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    SUITE
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Room code: SUI.CV-DX

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  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX

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    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: FAM.DX

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM CITY VIEW TWO BEDROOMSFAMILY ROOM • CITY VIEW TWO BEDROOMSFAM.B2-CV

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    FAMILY ROOM CITY VIEW TWO BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    CITY VIEW TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: FAM.B2-CV

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  • Room DELUXE CITY VIEWRoom • DELUXE CITY VIEWROO.CV-DX

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    Room DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.CV-DX

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  • APARTMENT CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDAPARTMENT • CITY VIEW QUEEN BEDAPT.CV-QN

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    APARTMENT CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

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    Room code: APT.CV-QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Fra i Sassi - Residence

9.8
Excellent
406 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.8 /10
Value
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2026
Fernando
Pack ONLY the Essentials for 1 or 2 nights. Easy to carry. Leave the rest of your luggage in the car. Matera is Not for ones who don't like stairs. A lot of stairs and steep climbs.
Book parking with hotel With the Shuttle - pay for the shuttle. We did and was the very wise decision.
The hotel and Hotel Staff are awesome. Thanks to all the staff.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2026
Ligeo
Beautiful view from the room and great location
And they offer free breakfast which was appreciated
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Véronique
Merci!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Glenn
Fantastic location! Room was tastefully decorated. Welcoming staff and very helpful with booking our Tuk Tuk tour of Matera. Loved the complimentary water.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Jeremy
Fantastic hotel, with excellent staff, super charming, perfect location. Really couldn’t ask for anything more.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2026
Sebastien
Great stay, beautiful view of the city, and warm welcome.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Emma
Breathtaking Views & Perfect Hospitality in the Heart of Matera.

Our stay at Fra i Sassi Residence Matera was absolutely spectacular! Perched right in the heart of the historic Sassi district, the location couldn't have been more perfect. We were surrounded by the ancient cave dwellings and stone architecture that make Matera so unique, and the views from the property were nothing short of breathtaking especially at sunset when the entire valley glows golden. It felt like we were sleeping inside a living postcard.

The room was incredibly spacious and well-appointed, with plenty of room to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring. The bedding was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring we had restful nights, and the air conditioning was a true lifesaver during the warmer hours, quiet, efficient, and much appreciated.

What really elevated our experience, however, was the staff. From the moment we arrived, they were warm, welcoming, and extremely professional. The check-in process was seamless and hassle-free, with clear communication and helpful local recommendations. The inclusive breakfast was expansive and delicious. Check-out was equally smooth, making our departure stress-free.

If you're visiting Matera, do not hesitate to book here. The combination of unbeatable views, spacious and comfortable rooms, and genuinely friendly service makes Fra i Sassi a standout choice. We can't wait to return!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Sydney
The staff here are so accommodating. They contacted me prior to the trip to help ensure we had airport transportation. We were easily able to communicate. The front desk staff were lovely and speak English. They also helped us call taxis during our stay.
The room was very nice with our own private patio. There is daily room cleaning. The included breakfast buffet had a nice selection. The hotel is located in a central area in the Sassi. We were able to walk to most places.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Adair
Very unique room we stayed in. The cave was magnificent, very spacious and comfortable. The terrace outside was exquisite!
The room had a dehumidifier that was working the first night, but we noticed on the second night, It wouldn’t come on. So the air was damp that night.
Would definitely stay here again and again !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Anthony
Staying at Fra i Sassi Residence was definitely a highlight of our trip. The hotel is located in the Sassi with a fantastic view of the old city! We stayed in the Cave Apartment which was very nice! The air conditioning worked well in conjunction with the dehumidifier (all the caves can get a little damp). We were surprised to see the room included a kitchenette which was not mentioned in the description, but turned out to be extremely convenient!

Check-in was very smooth and the staff were very friendly. It was a bit of a trek to get from the reception to our room and staff gladly brought our bags to our room for us. Whew!

The hotel is located within walking distance of the center of town and has quite a few good restaurants nearby. Wear good shoes and be prepared to walk uphill and downhill! The included breakfast was very nice and provided a great start to our day!

We enjoyed just sitting outside our room in the evening with a glass of wine, watching the gentle glow of the lights in the Sassi. Great stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Paula
Wow !!! Stop looking you have found a gem !!
Amazing room with a lovely terrace to enjoy aperitivo.
Great staff with great recommendations, help , friendly.
Breakfast was excellent
If you have a car follow their instructions. Great to park car & do transfer .
This town deserves to spend a few nights to really enjoy this unique experience
Thank you again amazing staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Dorien
Was a very nice place in excellent location. Breakfast was continental and very nice
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Manuela
We had a fantastic stay. We highly recommend it. Staff was really friendly and helpful with booking dinners and providing recommendations. The room was spacious and quiet! The comment area terrace was the best. Coffee in the morning or a drink in the afternoon. A wonderful stay.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Klara
Stunning property, beautiful pictoresque terraces, delicious breakfast. Attentive and professional staff. Excellent location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Frances
Beautiful setting in the heart of the old town. Very nice included breakfast, and friendly, helpful staff. No parking in the old town, and no valet as indicated on web site. But well worth it!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Gemma
Absolutely perfect stay. Cannot fault any part of it. Room was beautiful, breakfast was fab, and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. 100% recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Monica
It was beautiful and super well located. Nice staff, specially Maria during the breakfast ❤️❤️❤️
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Ramdas
Amazing location, breakfast and property
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Simas
Everything from check in to check out was extremely efficient, friendly and professional, with smiles throughout.
Beautiful accommodation with everything we needed for our short stay.
Would highly recommend. Excellent location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Claudia
We had a wonderful time, the hotel was amazing, the location was perfect, the breakfast was superb, we loved our room too. I highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again. Thank you for making us feel welcomed
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2026
CRAIG
I was very satisfied with the overall experience during our two-night stay at this boutique Sassi hotel (Fra i Sassi - Residence). Communication with the host and staff before our arrival was excellent; they were incredibly responsive and quick to help. The detailed parking instructions provided ahead of time were great, and we were able to find free street parking. Finding and walking to the hotel was straightforward using Google Maps. Our cave dwelling unit was spotless and offered a fantastic view. Breakfast was delicious, and the staff remained professional throughout. It was truly a wonderful stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Danay
Excellent! Delicious breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful location!!!
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Debra
The staff were very friendly and super helpful, even after we’d had a problem at checkout which was totally our fault. The property is right in the middle of the old town which is where you want to be in Matera. Many restaurants within close proximity
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
Karen
The staff were beyond friendly and good recommendations for things to see and places to dine the area. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. The views here from your room and the many terraces are incredible!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Nora E.
The breakfast is gorgeus!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2025
Victor
Nice location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Steve Cheng Wen
Matara is a beautiful place and the hotel is nice, clean and staffs are all friendly!
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Jungho
Beautiful view, spacious room and kind staffs
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Eunsoo
Best location & service
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
John
Spacious cave room with a nice bathroom within walking distance of everything. An excellent breakfast. Remember that you can’t park here and must park outside of the zone on the street. Matera is amazing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Steve
Great location, clean room and helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2025
Manoj
It was very cold in the rooms and breakfast was ok. the staff were very helpful and very good knowledge of area.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Ian
Great property and location.
Staff very friendly.
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
Joshua
False advertising that there was parking on location.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Fabian

One Night in Matera!

The total experience was excellent. We were in Room 12 and the view was worth every penny. The staff were very nice and helpful. The coffee and breakfast in the morning were excellent. You must stay here!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2025
Anna Maria
Beautiful stay
Excellent service
Great location
Room magnificent overlooking I Sassi
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2025
Christine

Beautiful views

Hotel was great. Amazing views and the staff was excellent. We had a car and they sent lots of communication about how to reserve a spot in a nearby parking garage with a shuttle to the hotel. Lived the cave room and being in the heart of the historic area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
stewart
Nice cave hotel. Cool room, very comfortable. 2 outdoor terraces with great Sassi views. Easy access by taxi, not many stairs. Well located for attractions and restaurants. Tasty home made breakfast items.Lovely staff. Enjoyable stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Arthur
Located smack dab in the middle of one of the world's most unique and historic areas.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
TAESIK
Highly recommendable place. Breakfast is above our expectations. Need transportation from parking garage with $10 per trip
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2025
Mariana
Parking is outside the historic area. Great service and breakfast. Very easy to get everywhere from there. The view from the front room was great and huge but a little bit noisy. I would recommend the hotel to friends and family.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2025
Senthil
Location was amazing with some of the best views of Matera. One can just enjoy from the comfort of the room in the private balcony or with just windows open. While we had to carry the luggage down to the property, proper research would have suggested the public transport that we could have been used to minimize the hassle.
Breakfast here was excellent with so many choices, including some fresh food.
Their offer to store luggage after checkout is a good option to avail.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2025
Elsa
Beautiful property and stunning view. The staff were all accommodating and friendly. Good selections for breakfast. Bathroom is humongous. 😊
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Ida
A Magical and Romantic Cave Hotel Experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Our stay at Frai i Sassi in Matera was absolutely unforgettable! Staying in a beautifully restored cave hotel was a once-in-a-lifetime experience—truly unique, romantic, and steeped in history. The blend of rustic charm and modern comfort made our visit incredibly special.

From the moment we arrived, the customer service was outstanding. The staff was warm, attentive, and eager to ensure we had the perfect stay. Their recommendations for exploring Matera were fantastic, making our experience even more enriching.

Breakfast was simply superb! Each morning, we enjoyed a delightful selection of fresh pastries, local cheeses, and perfectly brewed coffee while taking in the breathtaking views of the Sassi. It was the perfect way to start our day in this magical city.

If you're looking for a truly unique and memorable stay in Matera, Frai i Sassi is the perfect choice. The combination of history, romance, and top-notch hospitality made our trip absolutely perfect. We can't wait to return! ❤️ Thanks from Dr. Jose G and Ida from the USA
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Kylie
We received a very warm welcome and the service throughout was fantastic. The room was cozy, clean and special. The breakfast was great. I enjoyed the thoughtfulness of the locally sourced ingredients. Overall Matera is a magical place to visit and Fra i Sassi was a special place to spend the night.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2025
CLAUDIO
What a beautiful place. Clean, quiet, organized and very comfortable. Breakfast was awesome with plenty of local cheese, fruits, jellies and pastries. Strongly recommend this place.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Viki
What a jewel. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
keonwoo
Great location and service
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2024
Alejandra
Property beautiful
The staff very nice and Helpful Breakfast delicious and done with care!!!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Archana

Charming hotel in center of Sassi

Wonderful charming hotel in the heart of the Sassi. The breakfast was phenomenal
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Cheryl
Staff were extremely helpful, very friendly.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2024
Lidia
Great location, nice staff, excellent breakfast, unique room. The only issue is the shower too small
Highly recommend
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Pimjai
The location and the view was amazing
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Colleen

Great stay in Matera

Very nice place in Matera! Very convenient to restaurants and the center of the beautiful city.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2024
sandeep
Wonderful room, breakfast , location , air conditioning, nearby oustanding food and host reception!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2024
Colin

Amazing

Stunning spot. Great hotel. Lovely people.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Khalil
Beautiful city, great hotel, nice room, nice people, tasty breakfast. Perfect stay!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Mary
Gorgeous stay in the Sassi, wonderful staff and breakfast with cafes and restaurants all close by.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2024
LUIS
the location is incredible, with beautiful view of Sasso Caveoso
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 May 2024
Catherine
Clean and spacious, well located, if you can find it. Forget use of GPS/google maps. Hotel doesn’t give you great directions/support and hard to reach. Probably similar properties same value but a little better. Bed was awful. Bathroom unnecessarily huge, tub ginormous and hard to get into, terrible hand shower. Breakfast was good. Beautiful, unique town, a must see!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Arthur
Great all around, highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2024
Piper

Wow! Views and great stay.

Most friendly place we stayed in italy. Lovely rooms. Fantastic breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2024
Susan

Two days of heaven in Matera

This is an amazing place to stay, with an amazing view of the ancient city and an amazing staff to attend to your every need. Having the morning meal in their breakfast room gives you a taste of what its like to live in a cave (well, a well-appointed cave). I highly recommend staying here!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Apr 2024
ANDREA

Location location location! With an amazing view!

Hotel has an amazing location. Breakfast is exquisite and rooms are very comfortable. Location of the hotel is PERFECT and it has an amazing view.
Please have in mind that front desk of the hotel closes (we were not told and we were surprised when no one was in the front desk starting 8pm). You have to coordinate the transportation to the parking lot the day before so dont forget!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2024
Joseph and Gizelda

Comfortable but very poor communications

Finding the property was nearly impossible. Directions From staff or incomplete. After locking for a long time in the area. A staff member came to meet us. They could solve this easily by providing a QR code for Google Maps.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2024
mary
Was very happy with the location, staff was extremely helpful. Breakfast was great, room was very comfortable
Amazing experience.
Would definitely go back!!
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2024
Bethany

Incredible Cave stay in beautiful Matera

Absolutely incredible cave hotel in the heart of Sassi in Matera. What an amazing experience. They also brought us aperol spritz to our room with snacks. One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Didn’t want to leave.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2023
Dennis
A really charming hotel with very friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2023
David

An excellent place to stay in Matera

First of all, we had a few issues with our travel arrangements. The hotel was very accommodating and made several phone calls on our behalf. We were very impressed. The location is in the heart of the old town so very convenient for sightseeing. The room was spacious and comfortable. A huge bathroom was built into an old cave. We had ample choice for breakfast. Overall, highly recommended
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2023
jael
Really loved the terrace nice view and good breakfast would definitely go back again
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2023
Stephanie
Great place to stay right in the heart of Matera Sassi. Staff is very welcoming, good breakfast. Only drawback was the a/c as it did not produce enough cold air to cool the room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2023
Verified traveler

Fabulous and Fascinating Place

Beautiful property with a fantastic location in the Sassi. Clean and luxurious rooms. Absolutely wonderful breakfast and coffee. We don’t speak Italian- so the young woman who spoke English at our evening check in was super helpful.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2023
Alan
This is a cave hotel. Our room was on the top floor inside a cave. The view from our room faced the old town of Matera. It was spectacular. Breakfast offered a great variety of food, coffee made for you, fresh! The staff was so friendly. High recommended.
Please note, if you are driving into Matera, you will need to park in a nearby garage, and catch the shuttle to this hotel. This area is steep and roads uneven, therefore you need good walking shoes.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2022
Gregory
This is a unique property in the middle of antic city Matera. Beautiful views from the windows to die for, location, etc. Hotel is in excellent condition, furniture, room design, etc. Breakfast is very good. Great options for fine food in the area. You need to be prepare to walk a lot in the city of Matera with steps up and down including to and from hotel. If you can not walk - it is not for you. Parking (free or paid) is on the street within 10-15 min or so walking. Finding can be a problem. Do not bring large car unless you planning to park in some private parking and take taxi to hotel. We had Fiat 500 and it was great. Hotel can arrange transportation too. Just call them. We left our suite cases in the trunk of the car and walked to hotel with small backpacks. it was perfect.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2022
melania

with amazing view of Matera.

We love where the hotel is centrally located, the staff is very helpful (especially Maria Angela she helped us with the tour and restaurant reservation). Room is what it was describe, clean sheets and bathroom.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2022
Lynette

Unique hotel

Our stay was lovely. Our room was at the very top of the complex (about 75 steps up) so we struggled with a bags. The lady who ran the place actually carried mine which was nice but i wish there was a note in the room description as i avoid these rooms. The view was snagging though. Also, our room was not serviced during our 2 day stay which was also disappointing. I found this unusual for the style and other service at the property.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2022
Richard

The place never stops giving

One of the best experiences of my life. The town, the Hotel, the atmosphere, all total amazing. It was Mr Bond that showed me this for the first time. I was coming to South of France for a Month anyway, so I had a week here.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2022
wendy
Absolutely amazing. Be prepared for a lot of steps but well worth it.
Bed so comfortable. Bathroom out of this world amazing.
Breakfast just perfect, best coffee ever.
The staff are wonderful.
I would definitely recommend staying here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2022
Michelle

Out of this world

This was the most amazing place we have ever stayed. Matera and this property are mind blowing. Lovely friendly reception. Authentic cave accommodation and very spacious. Great advice on local restaurants. Breakfast fit for royalty. Really an amazing experience overall.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2022
Kathleen
An amazing, beautiful and unique experience! The property was charming and quaint. We loved our stay and will come back. It is also a convenient location to stay in Sassi, easy to access in comparison to others. There are a few parking spots out front that you can temporarily park to drop off your luggage then move your car to parking garage a short walk away.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2021
Sabrina
Couldn’t have picked a better hotel in a better location. View is spectacular and gives the true feeling of matera. Everyone was lovely, happy hour with beautiful wine from the region and delicious breakfast variety. Dinner spot across the street very recommended- da nico. Would definitely come back if visiting Matera again.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2021
Alex
Gret service, amazing property , delicious breakfast!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2021
Julie

Wonderful property in Matera

Beautiful and charming hotel with amazing views
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2021
Cheri

Magnificent

We really enjoyed our cave room, it was magnificent. The location was perfect and the staff was friendly and helpful!
We hope to return some day. What a magical city.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2021
Verified traveler
Charming property in the middle of Matera's Sassi. Room was spacious, well decorated and maintained. Staff was attentive and very kind. The highlight for us was the shared terrace: it has an amazing view and we ended up spending there a lot time while enjoying breakfast, working, and just relaxing in the sun.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2020
peter

Everything perfect aside from check out.

Loved our stay here, location is right in the Sassi with an unbelievable view from all of the rooms of the old town.
Whilst you can't drive to the hotel they happily collect you from a car park. Check in was friendly and when we saw our room it was WOW! Built into the cave with an amazing bathroom, especially the bath area itself, we loved it.
The breakfast was a little disappointing, this may be because of the Covid situation but it was just a roll, croissant and some sweet bread and cake, not really our thing.
We did have a little problem on check out, not entirely the hotels fault perhaps where they tried to charge us for a 2 bedroom place that we had originally booked for one of our party but had then cancelled due to Covid some time before. (we only stayed in a one bedroom) However the lady who checked us out could hardly speak any English and our Italian is sadly zero and therefore we couldn't get her to understand, she just kept insisting we must pay. I asked her to call the manager so I could explain to him and although she eventually did she bluntly refused to let me speak with him, instead she insisted on speaking to him. He did finally agree to charge us the correct amount but the whole thing took way to long and could have been resolved in a fraction of the time had she let me speak with him.
A shame really as it did let us leave with a bad impression but now we are back all I can think of this hotel is wow again.
I'd thoroughly recommend a stay here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2020
Linda
This is one of the most charming hotels I have ever stayed at. The room are very luxurious and the service incredible. The view from the room was spectacular, I can't recommend this place enough!!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2019
John

Fabulous Fra i Sassi

Absolutely amazing location. Room was fabulous, bathroom was huge and luxurious. Walked straight out door to wander the streets and all the main sites. Also fabulous was their decking area which had lounges and tables and chairs and every night we sat and relaxed and had drinks delivered to us from their bar area whilst we admired the amazing views. Also as limited parking there was an excellent drop off area for luggage which was very well organised by the hotel with our car rego number. Beautiful restaurants located within minutes walk. Cannot fault and cannot wait to go back for a visit.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Oct 2019
ray
Bed was way too soft. Both of us had back aches that lasted for several days
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
Mark
So unique to stay in a cave hotel. The room and staff were great. The views of Matera were really nice. Highly recommended
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2019
Kim
One of the most amazing places I have ever had the pleasure to see! The rooms were immaculately kept, decor was perfect, breakfast all homemade. I would highly recommend staying here!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2019
Catherine
The highlight of our trip to Italy was our stay in Matera and the lovely Fra Sassi hotel! Best breakfast we had and the most amazing views.
Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2019
Lauren

God helps those who help themselves

In correspondence with staff person who spoke English, I was assured a tour could be arranged upon arrival. No need to do it in advance. Of course when we got there, he couldn’t arrange anything so I booked a tour myself but had to pay more as all less expensive tours fully booked.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2018
Verified traveler

Wonderful Experience in a Magical Place

Lovely room in a sassi with a magnificent view. Unlike other reviews we had no trouble finding the place using Google maps. They also offered valet parking fo 18 euros a day.helpful staff with good English. Couldn’t find a better place to enjoy Matera.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2018
Henri’smom
We very much enjoyed our stay in the deluxe suite #8. The room was quite large and well-furnished and the ‘cave’ bathroom was unique and lovely. The view of the Sassi outside our door was amazing. Fra Sassi is perfectly located for a stay in Matera as you will be able to walk right into the heart of the Sassi experience. The drive to the property is fine if you obtain the directions from the property, and we strongly recommend that you take advantage of the car drop off service. There was several steps up to many of the rooms which can be a little difficult with luggage, but the view and location are well worth it. The breakfast was a fine, typical Italian breakfast which you can enjoy in the breakfast area or bring to your room. There are several sets of tables and chairs outside the rooms so that you can enjoy the view.
We would strongly recommend this residence for an ideal location within historic Matera.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2018
Francesco

Sassi di Matera hotel

Great hotel in the sassi of Matera!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Great hotel, Nice location, Clean & Spacious room

Upon our arrival, we received a courtesy upgrade to room 9, the suite. The room was spacious, comfortable bed, and bathroom was nice with a shower and Japanese bath. Caution, this room is at the top with lots of steps, and no elevator, so be prepared to carry your luggage up/down and walk the steps daily. Nice view from the room. Breakfast was lovely with good sweet and savory options and included in the room rate. In the heart of Sassi and easy walking to key tourist sites. No parking onsite, we opted to valet the car for a fee.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2018
Dottjovenpierre
I was so impressed with everything about this place, very courteous staff Anna and the rest of the staff, heartfelt accommodations, very respectful, very helpful. The place is so beautiful so unique, very artistically designed place, I love the bed and the bath tub, I stayed in a room with a patio viewing the houses of Matera. Breakfast buffet was very good , fulfilling and fresh, served with beautiful smile of the staff. I am highly recommending this place. A 5 star accommodations.
Thank you guys for your help and wonderful smile , it makes us so very happy and comfortable with our stays. I can’t stop thinking of the place... I am definitely coming back with my family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2018
Richard

Classy Sassi!

This is fantastic accommodation, excellent location, fabulous views, very helpful staff. It was a highlight of our stay in southern Italy. Even the valet parking was well organised & saved having to negotiate the narrow roads too much. So much to see and do, local restaurants on the doorstep. Cannot rate this place highly enough.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2018
Verified traveler
Spacious room and wonderful location. Would definitely recommend

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Fra i Sassi - Residence
Via D'Addozio 102, Matera, Italy

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