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Hotel Sassi

3.0 of 5
San Giovanni Vecchio, 89 | Sasso Barisano, 75100 Matera, Italy
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Ranked #14 of 28 hotels in Matera
4.0 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
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GaborLeo
Slagelse, Denmark
Senior Contributor
29 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

The Sassi district of Matera is a very special place, now fortunately showing more and more signs of a revival. The Hotel occupies several of the rooms and small apartments carved into the soft stone that characterises the whole district, altogether on six levels, so expect some walking between reception and your room. The rooms, corridors, breakfast area hardly have... More

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Joey1980
Ireland
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12 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011

We stayed in the suite for one night. It was spacious and nice. Unfortunately it was not as authentic as maybe some of the other rooms are - i.e carved out. It was an experience all the same. Pros: The view accross the balcony were great -into the old town. The breakfast was nice - as expected for Italy. The... More

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YvonneRoma
Rome, Italy
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18 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011

I have nothing more to add to other reviewers but only confirm what has been said already. Our room (in a cave of course!) was spacious and comfortable. Our balcony had a stunning view overlooking the caves of Matera. Despite some negative reviews regarding humidity and cave dust in the rooms , we were lucky and did not experience any... More

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Tom T
London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011
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We arrived in Matera in the rain, having previously booked two nights at the Sassi Hotel. After a long and frustrating search to locate it (a distinct lack of signs) we discovered that we faced a steep climb of about 40 metres high, via treacherously dangerous exposed cobblestone stairs, down which a torrent of water was pouring. I went on... More

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Pier Gregorio Padula, Responsabile reception at Hotel Sassi, responded to this review
9 September 2011

Dear sir, following to your review please allow ourselves to highlight some points: 1) You actually booked through a travel agency that perfectly explains the kind of hotel we are and our location (and we know it for sure since we received a copy of the booking exactly as the clients does). We don't understand the reason why, if you... More

4inaFiat
Iowa City, Iowa
Reviewer
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2011

This hotel is difficult to get to because of the city's steep hills, but it is well worth the walk. As suggested by its name it is located in the historic Sassi district. The staff is helpful and friendly and the breakfasts and views are special. Stay there is you are in the area. More

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bnbass
Hilversum, The Netherlands
Senior Contributor
34 reviews
43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2011
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Hotel Sassi isn't easy to find because it's located in middle of the old Sassi. We've been circling the town before we decided just to park the car and walk...which is actually the only smart way to get around in Matera. Luckily, once you walk you'll find signs indicating to the hotel. The staff of hotel Sassi is very friendly... More

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Pippi_Rome
Rome, Italy
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2011

The hotel is in a wonderful place: a real unique spot! Rooms are beautifully Restored, although our shower was really small. Very poor room facilities: no wifi, old tv sets, poor minibar, no room service. Unfortunately the service is really poor: the staff is slow and not very helpful. Breakfast is dreadful: takes ages to get a (not very good)... More

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Mat_Brown_11
Wirksworth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2011

The first hotel to open in the sassi, or caves of Matera. Each room is different, so can only comment on ours - carved out of a large cave (bigger than a London studio flat). "Balcony" outside formed from the entrance from which you can watch the birdlife - in particular the lesser kestrel. Staff excellent and helpful. Wonderful place. More

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melissa_vermeulen
Antwerp, Belgium
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3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2011

I spend 5 nights in the Sassi Hotel due a congress and I had a great stay. The hotel was very clean and I had a tasteful breakfast every morning. The bathroom was a little bit small, but I had all I needed. The hotel is actually a little village, what I thought was very charming. But older people should... More

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AllisonjaneBrisbane
Brisbane
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2010

wow covers it, hotel is the actual sassi itself, we got a cheaper rate turning up late and just getting their best rate for the night.. Parking as is for all of Italy a pain. Breakfast was good. Resturants in this town were to die for. went to this place for lunch.. no menu ... waiter did not speak english... More

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