If you're staying in Matera, you have to stay in a rock house! Il Carrubo has been really tastefully renovated and brought up to current standards. Excellent bathroom/shower, spotlessly clean, lovely bed linen & towels, really comfortable bed and a quiet location convenient for the shuttle bus which stops right outside the property (you can't bring cars into the historic town). Our bedroom - and one other - are not in the main part of the house - these were probably store houses - but a short flight of steps takes you down to the front gate with reception and breakfast area/terrace with lovely views over the gorge. Breakfast was perfect for us - Matera bread on offer too - and great coffee! This is not a hotel as such with a constantly manned reception but we had a WhatsApp number to contact the owner should we have any issues (which we didn't once installed) and although he doesn't speak English, we managed with texts and Google! He very kindly rescued us from the car park outside the old city as we found there were 3 in the recommended area - one at 5 euros/hour, another at 1 euro/hour and finally a free one where thankfully we were able to park. If you stay here and you're driving, do be sure to think about parking and check where exactly to go.

We loved this place and can't think of any drawbacks - as with all Matera, bear in mind the steps and potentially slippery surface should it rain! Highly recommended!!

Nestled at the very top of Matera, you'll find the Il Carrubo residenza Walk&Stay B&B. It's important to note that you can't drive directly to the B&B with your own car. However, there's a parking garage just a 15-minute walk away, making it convenient to stroll through Matera to reach the B&B. A word of caution: the tiles can be quite slippery. While sneakers manage well, leather sandals can be a bit treacherous. The room itself was beautifully designed, with comfortable beds and a spacious bathroom. The breakfast was simple yet delicious. Above all, the hospitality upon arrival was truly warm and welcoming. Highly recommended for a genuine Matera experience!

Such a beautiful labour of love! The room was superbly presented - authentic caveso with modern comforts so sensitively achieved. Location was exceptional as were Gianni and his fabulous receptionist and breakfast host extraordinaire, Angela. She answered sooo many of our questions. I would happily return to this incredible property.

I liked everything but wi-fi in the lower floor room was difficult- of course, we were in a cave! perhaps a kettle for tea etc would also be nice.

Great location. You could get around the old city on foot to all of the popular locations but still be in place that is quite enough for a peaceful nights sleep. Gianni and Angela were wonderful hosts. Angela kept up-to-with our arrival on a heavily delayed train which got us in very late. Couldn’t wish for more!

Nothing! It was great. Cleaned every day, cool and comfortable..

The owner and staff shared with us their vast knowledge and passion for the culture and history of Sassi di Matera as well their personal connections to the region which was very moving. The space is very located, quiet, comfortable, clean and easily accessible by bus. The recommended for parking was also helpful. We very much enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!

Nothing, everything was great.

More than sufficient breakfast. Location was amazing, easy to get to with the shuttle bus from the car park. Plenty of places to eat and drink within a few metres, amazing view from our room, which had a sliding glass door that looked out across the gorge.

Found nothing wanting - it was quality. Homely, clean, spatial, welcoming. Accommodating, and they ensured that our stay was comfortable and a pleasing experience. We will be back again.

What a stay! The city in it self is an absolute 10/10! But Gianni (the owner of the hotel) made the stay even more perfect! Even though he did not speak much English (and we do not speak Italian) he still did everything to make our stay right for us. He even took us on a hike through an olive garden! The room was nice and chilled and the bath was spacious! Would definitely recommend this to anyone even remotely considering Matera!!!

Wow...! The apartment is spacious, very comfortable and BEAUTYFUL! The landlord Gianni was there for us - even though his English is about at the same level as my Italian, somehow we could manage to communicate and understood each other. He brought us our breakfast - it was delicious and plenty; not just the regular Italian breakfast (coffee and pastry). It was a bit complicated to find the place - it is in the middle of the old town so you can't approach it with car, but believe me: it is worth the walking!

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well located and facilities were very clean and comfortable and appeared newly renovated. Staff were very accommodating and helpful.

Would have liked a little more privacy for the shower. maybe a curtain between the rooms would have been good. it would have been ok if travelling as a couple.

Il Carrubo was very comfortable and spacious and a beautifully restored Sassi home. Angela, our host, was delightful and went went out of her way to help us out. highly recommend this place.