Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & Spa - Matera

5-star cave hotel inside Matera's UNESCO-listed Sassi district

Accommodations

Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & Spa offers 35 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each built into the ancient rock of the Sassi. Room layouts preserve the original cave structure while providing contemporary comforts such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers. Many rooms feature direct access to outdoor terraces with views over the historic stone city.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel's spa is carved into the rock and includes a heated swimming pool set within natural stone, along with a sauna, hammam, and steam room. Guests receive one complimentary hour of spa access, which includes use of the pool, tea corner, and relaxation areas. Additional treatments such as massages are available, and the spa lounge offers a space to unwind after thermal sessions.

Dining

La Dispensa di Aquatio restaurant serves revisited traditional Basilicata cuisine using local ingredients, with an à la carte menu and an outdoor courtyard for al fresco meals. A rich buffet breakfast is offered each morning, featuring local cheeses, pastries, and cooked-to-order eggs. The on-site bar provides a selection of regional wines and champagnes, and themed dinner nights are occasionally held.

Location & Cultural Experiences

Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & Spa sits directly within the Matera Sassi UNESCO World Heritage site, a 5-minute walk from Matera Cathedral and 1600 ft from Tramontano Castle. The entrance is marked by a permanent art installation by Kengiro Azuma, linking the hotel to the city's artistic heritage. Guests can easily explore the Archaeological Area of Metaponto and other historical sites within the Sassi district.

Services & Amenities

The hotel provides a meeting room that accommodates up to 40 people, making it suitable for business events in a historic setting. Guests can rent bicycles or cars on-site for independent exploration, and pets are allowed in designated rooms. A 24-hour concierge service coordinates airport shuttles, restaurant bookings, and guided tours of the Sassi.

• Location: Inside Matera's UNESCO Sassi, 5 min from Cathedral
• Rooms: 35 cave rooms with contemporary amenities
• Dining: La Dispensa di Aquatio with local cuisine & buffet breakfast
• Wellness: Rock-hewn spa with heated pool, sauna, steam room
• Services: 24-hr concierge, meeting room for 40, bike/car rental
• Pets: Allowed in designated rooms

License number: IT077014A102322001