We stayed in a charming cave house with Hotel San Giorgio. Our room was large with a nice bathroom, big shower, a kitchenette and a small seating area. Breakfast is provided by the hotel with fruit, breads and croissants, jams, cheese and meat left in your room each day. The room was very clean and had everything we needed for our short stay. The location was right in the Sassi. We parked in the Nicoletti parking garage and they shuttled us to the hotel and picked us up when we checked out. Our specific room was still a good walk up from reception but the man who checked us in helped carry our bags. The price was a great value compared to other cave houses in the area.

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Location of the hotel was ideal for a walk up to the old town of Civita and also Sasso Caveoso; Sasso Barisano where the hotel is based has lots of restaurants to choose from and is lovely to wander around. Not too busy even though the hotel fronts onto the main street. The suite was enormous with a great choice of food offered for breakfast - I had to turn food away so it did not go to waste! The suite had a private entrance and air conditioning to die for! The staff were very friendly and took time away to show me around; they were happy to spend time talking to you. Cannot recommend it more highly.

Pillows were rock hard and the towels were on the small side.

Very nice bedroom and dining area inside, lots of available space, in central area of Sassi with pleasant seating area outside. Comfortable bed and good shower.

Couple of minor niggles. Felt the manager could have been bit more receptive, we asked some Qs about history of area and local restaurants but he was brief and non-commital. Also somewhat disappointed with breakfast with nice fresh items in fridge but sealed bags of bread and croissants and paper plates isn't a great experience. Many other B&Bs we visited in Puglia had arrangements with local establishments to offer a light breakfast and feel that's something the hotel should consider to improve experience.

Great location & very central within Sassi,the room felt very authentic to the past of Matera ( cave living on a modern scale )Breakfast was most adequate to start the day , prepared the day before to have in your room or on a terrace.

Larger bathroom towels need to be introduced, hot water to the shower was inadequate most of the time ( felt like a poor quality instant HWS )Wifi can be non existent at times , best to have your own back up or try outside for a better signal.

This is a hotel reception in an excellent location in the old city area which services apartments near by. We were given a large bedsit style apartment in a nicely converted industrial building with a high vaulted arch ceiling. Modern styling with old furniture is nicely styled. A good breakfast selection provided in the apartment.

There is no view in this apartment which is in a lane way but it is just seconds from some of the best views of the Sassi. No parking in the Sassi area.

Matera is an ancient town, now famous for its cave dwellings. Residence San Giorgio is situated in several buildings, some of which are located in or above caves. Access is almost always up a hill and cars are not permitted . The suite we had was spacious, well appointed and very comfortable. It was serviced each day and generous offerings for a delicious breakfast were left for us to prepare at our leisure. The sights and sounds; galleries and museums of Matera are spectacular. Bring good walking shoes and the energy to explore, climb hills and discover.

We were greeted by a friendly receptionist who showed us up the street to our apartment. It was lovely and unique, but at first I was disappointed as I had booked a room with a balcony. He explained it was a superior apartment with a spa bath, etc, but showed us another apartment with a balcony. Indeed , although lovely, it wasn’t as good as ours. We settled for the apartment given, and he promised to recommend a bar with a balcony overlooking the old town. Because I had once again mentioned our Anniversary when booking, he had put a bottle of prosecco in the fridge for us! There were cereals, fruit, bread, cake, preserves etc on the table, and ham, cheese, milk and juice in the fridge which would be replenished daily. The apartment is spectacular and very unique. The town is amazing, like nothing we have ever seen before. After settling in we headed back to reception to ask about the recommended bar, and he showed us on the map. We set off once more, first of all booking a recommenced restaurant, for Saturday night. Then up and up and round and round, taking so many photographs as we went, as we have never seen such a beautiful unique old town before. It is a World Heritage site and a European Capital of Culture since 2019. We almost gave up trying to find the bar getting lost in the narrow steep streets. We ended up in a more modern part of the town, high above the old streets, and eventually found the Cavalier Bar. We had to wait 10 minutes to get a seat on the terrace, but it was so worth the wait. What spectacular views! We shared an excellent platter of mixed aperitifs, a prosseco for me, a beer for John, then red wine and another beer. 35 euros. Worth every cent! The balcony gradually emptied before we left, and we were able to move more centrally for our 2nd drinks. We think people have drinks and aperitifs with a view, before going on for a main meal. It was wonderful watching the old town light up below us. Quite magical.

The rooms are spread around the most historic area Matera. Our room was in a very good position. There was a very generous choice of things for our breakfast in the kitchen. We did not needed it but the air conditioning seemed good. Because of the room being in the historic area the WiFi came as a pleasant surprise. I'd advise taking notes where your room is when being shown to it. We had to ask to be shown again. Staff were great and helpful when we got soaked in a downpour after checking out.

You have to accept that there will be steps and paths and perhaps a complex path to your room because you really are in the historic town in a location with history. This gave it great atmosphere but would not suit people everyone. Best take a torch if your are eating out at night.

Hotel San Giorgio provided us with a beautiful room, the Frantoio, for an amazing stay in Matera. The Room's position is perfect to relax and have quiet and peace, while still enjoy the beauty of living in the middle of the Sassi. The bathroom is large and modern, with lovely shower and everything you need and more. I loved the fact that the room was provided with a full package of local products and breakfast foods and drinks for all kinds of taste and those were replenished every day, so that our snacking wasn't depending on the opening hours of any buffet. Overall we were very happy with our experience, the courtesy of the staff, the super useful pointers they gave us and the beauty of the room.

I loved it all. There wasn't a thing I would change. Keep it up, Hotel San Giorgio!

Matera is a truly mesmerizing place, and our experience there was absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, Alessandra went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. She assisted us in finding a taxi from the train station and warmly welcomed us with a detailed map of the city, highlighting all the must-see places, tourist routes, and providing us with valuable information. Not only was Alessandra exceptional, but the entire staff was also helpful and friendly throughout our entire stay. They were always available to answer our questions, offer suggestions, and provide any assistance we needed. Their genuine hospitality truly enhanced our experience. The room we stayed in was conveniently accessible and the staff kindly helped us with our luggage right up to the door. The room itself was comfortable, clean, and well-maintained, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. We found in our room the breakfast for the next day and it included a wide variety of options to suit everyone's tastes. From the moment we set foot in Matera, it was love at first sight. The city's unique charm, rich history, and stunning architecture captivated us. And when we return, without a doubt, we will choose the same place to stay. The experience was nothing short of exceptional, and we highly recommend this location to anyone seeking a truly unforgettable stay in Matera.