WOW! We were blown away by this place! One of the best stays we have ever had. Perfect! If you are looking to visit Italy, I implore you to visit Puglia and Basilicata! If you are looking to come to Puglia and Basilicata, I implore you to visit Matera! If you are looking to visit Matera, I implore you to stay at Locanda di San Martino! Right in the heart of the Sassi old town in Matera, the former church of San Martino. An amazing setting in a beautiful historic building set into the rocks. Unfortunately we didn't get a chance to use the Roman thermal baths, which means we will need to come back! We stayed in room 8, La Chiesa. A wonderful room, the back of which is cut into the rock, the rest finished in what looks like the same stone. Very classy and stylish room with whirlpool bath (unfortunately the jets weren't working for us) right in the room, with shower and toilet built in to the back. Very comfortable bed. Breakfast room was fabulous! Looks like it might have been the refectory, again built in to the rocks and finished with the same stone. Breakfast was continental and extensive. Delicious! Our stay was very reasonably priced too 🤗 A great location to explore Matera, but be prepared to walk up and down steep stairways. We only had one night here but will come back for more. Fabulous, thank you! 👍👍👍👍

Beautiful property and wonderful staff!

We had a great view of the Sassi and our room was perfect for the family. Really enjoyed the air conditioning after walking around with the high temperatures. We also had a wonderful breakfast at the hotel.

Fantastic hotel located in the Sassy of Matera. It’s definitely worth booking a room with a balcony/city view as the view is fantastic. The room was clean enough but you’re staying in a cave so it’s not 100% pristine but more than acceptable. The bed wasn’t that comfortable but we slept well after all the walking around the city. The bathroom had a separate shower and bath unit with water jets which was great. The included continental breakfast was lovely offering a mixture of options and the staff were helpful and polite. There are a number of restaurants and shops nearby and you’re in the heart of the sassy but cars can still drive right up to the entrance steps. The spa is brilliant. Swimming and hydro pools as well as steam and sauna rooms are available for €25 per person per 1.5 hour visit. Definitely worth a visit especially to escape the heat in the afternoon. Even the locals confirmed that this is the best spa in Matera. We loved our stay here

location, clean

This ‘cave hotel ‘ in the middle of the most picturesque manmade place in the world ( no, really) is an experience within the experience. The thermal spa is a 30 euro additional fee, but the staff overall are very accommodating and the Sassi never finishes it’s hypnotic charm.

Lovely property with a great view.

Unique experience, very quiet room, lots of stairs as in Sassi area in general.

Such a beautiful hotel, right in the heart of Matera. I loved our room, and the breakfast was great. I wish we’d had the time to try the spa, but even without it, everything was amazing!

Very disappointing. Was a bit dirty. Bad service. Over rated place.

Wonderful staff all round, especially Anna, Joshua and Lucrezia

What a fantastic experience. Picked up from Damasco car park, as recommended by hotel, very quickly. Room was amazing like living in a cave with door to table and chairs on a terrace with wonderful view of the ‘Sassi’. Recommend booking the Therme pool as this was something else and a luxury after a hot day sight seeing. Underground pool is a sight to behold. Breakfast was lovely with music being played firstly on piano then secondly on a harp. All staff very friendly and attentive. We feel very privileged to have stayed at this hotel. Matera is beautiful.

One of a kind place to stay in. Truly a great stay. Staff even stepped up to help with an early am departure that required shuttle service before they operate. Highly recommended.

Our stay in the dependance was not the best. It’s too far from the main hotel. I wouldn’t recommend it

Beautiful cave experience. We stayed in a junior suite with our two teenage children. The room was beautiful and such a neat experience for all 4 of us. Very beautiful views. Highly recommend this place.

Stunning location in Sassi! Had the most memorable experience there. Great location, amazing room and Roman thermae. Absolutely divine, highly recommended it. I also had a wonderful and relaxing lymphatic massage. Friendly staff and lots to do in the area.

They took my money and rejected me when in was in the lobby. Never retuned my money.

Lovely place, would definitely visit again!!

It was in the historic area of the grotto area. The place was really unique it was like staying in a cave with 5 star service. The staff couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful. I would definitely stay there again.

A great place to stay in an incredible setting.

Top Location

Great location and fantastic staff

Fabulous property with brilliant views. Excellent breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful. Highly recommended

Excellent !

Unique hotel in unique city. Amazing breakfast and special spa (additional cost). Staff super helpful. So much to explore we only scratched surface in 2 days. City has stairs EVERYWHERE . Tibetan bridge a nice hike nearby.

Good location, nice staff and very clean

Beautiful property stunning views lovely pool and great service would highly recommend.

Matera Italy. Beautiful city, location, service, spa, food…all was exceptional!

Fabulous hotel. Don't miss the thermal baths! Excellent staff. Extensive breakfast buffet with many local specialties to try. My only warning is do not try to walk there with your luggage. You will never find it. GPS does not work for walking in the old city because some "streets," are barely alleys and are ABOVE others snd almost all are without signage , so you will be told to turn left on a street that you cannot see because it is 30 feet below you. Instead take a taxi from the bus or train station, and when you realize there are no taxis waiting at the stations, call the hotel and they will send one. Matera is a wonderful otherworldly place , and this is a great unique hotel.

Unique hotel in an amazing location. Lots of walking but it is the only way to see Matera. I had 3 requests when I made my reservation a few weeks ago and none of those simple requests were met upon arrival. The night front desk employees (Antonio) were NOT welcoming, hospitable or helpful. Did not even offer to take the luggage to the room. The daytime front desk person, Elena?, was the able to switch our room to be next door to our children the next day without hesitation. Despite the unfriendly attitude of the other front desk staff, the hotel offers a interesting experience

We loved our stay at Locanda San thermae. It was a beautiful experience to sleep in a cave room in the sassi di Matera. You really feel like you are living in another time period but still have the modern luxuries and amenities. The spa was also beautiful and a great experience.

absolutely amazing!! cave life is the best life, felt like a luxury thieves' hole in the best sense. hit the spa for some R&R, very high grade. the breakfast and coffee in the morning are choice ✨🤘✨