At a glance: 5-star · Since 2018 · 35 rooms
Near: Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli · 1 min walk
Guests love: Location · Atmosphere
What guests say about…
Reviews from
Hywel Maslen
Salin Plicharoensuk
Jo Nicoud-Garden
Bryony Kitter
For dining, the hotel's own La Dispensa Restaurant serves Basilicata flavors with an outdoor courtyard, and the bar, cafe, and snack bar are right on site. Nearby in Sasso Caveoso, Trattoria del Caveoso on Via Bruno Buozzi offers traditional local cuisine, and Ristorante Francesca is also close by. A short walk away, La Lopa on Via Bruno Buozzi and Terrazza Cavaliere on Via Domenico Ridola provide more options, with the latter featuring a terrace overlooking the sassi. These spots are all within easy reach of the hotel.
The hotel sits in the heart of Sasso Caveoso, the ancient cave district of Matera, with the Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli and Sasso Caveoso just a 1-minute walk away. The Cave House in the Sassi of Matera and the Church of Saint Mary of Idris are both a 2-minute stroll, while Noha House, Castle Park, and the Cathedral Basilica are within a 5-minute walk. The area is steeped in history, with cave dwellings and rock churches carved into the tufa stone. The hotel's own La Dispensa Restaurant offers local Basilicata cuisine, and nearby streets like Via Bruno Buozzi have other dining options. It's a compact, walkable neighborhood where you can easily explore the Sassi on foot.
From Bari Palese airport, about 60 km away, take a direct shuttle bus to Matera, then a short taxi or ride to the hotel. From Bari Centrale station, take the FAL train to Matera Centrale, about 100 minutes, then a taxi. The hotel is in the Sasso Caveoso district, a limited traffic zone, so drivers should park in a public garage and walk the short distance. Ferrandina station is 30 km away, and private transfers can be arranged from any airport or station.
In the evening, the Sasso Caveoso area around the hotel is atmospheric, with the Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli just a 1-minute walk away for views. The hotel's own bar, cafe, and snack bar offer easy options for a drink or light bite. For dinner, La Dispensa Restaurant at the hotel serves Basilicata cuisine, and nearby Trattoria del Caveoso and Ristorante Francesca are also in the Sasso Caveoso. You can join the Matera by Night tour, which includes entrance to the Cave House and Rock Church, to see the historic center illuminated. The Church of Saint Mary of Idris is a 2-minute walk, and the Cathedral Basilica is 5 minutes away, both worth a stroll to in the evening.
Yes, Aquatio is an excellent base for exploring Matera. The Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli and Sasso Caveoso are just a 1-minute walk away, and the Cave House in the Sassi of Matera and the Church of Saint Mary of Idris are only 2 minutes on foot. Noha House, Castle Park, and the Cathedral Basilica are all within a 5-minute walk, with Castello Tramontano just 6 minutes away. These close distances mean you can easily explore the historic Sassi district on foot. For sights further out, a taxi or ride-hailing service is a simple option.
Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli
100 m away · Piazzetta Pascoli, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
(5,944 reviews)
Sasso Caveoso
100 m away · Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
(2,000 reviews)
Cave House in the Sassi of Matera
150 m away · Vico Solitario, 11, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
(2,994 reviews)
Church of Saint Mary of Idris
150 m away · Via Madonna dell'Idris, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
(1,183 reviews)
Summary for your reference