At a glance: 4-star · 39 rooms
Near: Palombaro lungo · 16 min walk
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For dining near Hotel Nazionale, you can start at the hotel's own bar and cafe for a quick bite or drink. Just a short walk away, I Giardini Della Corte is a restaurant about 150 meters from the hotel. For a wider choice, head toward the Sassi area, where you'll find traditional spots like Trattoria del Caveoso and La Lopa on Via Bruno Buozzi, plus Ristorante Francesca nearby. Other options include Agriristories on Via Sette Dolori, Kapunto on Via Lucana, and Terrazza Cavaliere on Via Domenico Ridola. These are all within a reasonable stroll from the hotel, so you can easily explore them on foot.
The hotel sits on Via Nazionale, about a kilometer from Matera's historic center, with the Sassi and its cave churches a 15-minute walk away. You are close to Piazza Vittorio Veneto, and the main sights like Palombaro lungo and the Church of Saint Peter 'Barisano' are within a 16-17 minute stroll. The area is a mix of everyday city life and easy access to the ancient quarters, with the Castle Park about a 20-minute walk. The hotel's own bar and cafe are right there for a quick break, and the restaurant I Giardini Della Corte is just 150 meters away. From here, you can walk to the cathedral and other landmarks, or hop on a tuk-tuk tour to see more of the city.
From Bari Palese Airport, take a direct shuttle bus to Matera, then a short taxi or ride to the hotel. From Matera Centrale train station, the hotel is about a 20-minute walk or a quick taxi ride. The station is roughly 1.2 km away, and the hotel is near the Via Marconi bus stop, about 400 metres off. If you prefer, you can book a private transfer in advance for a direct door-to-door trip. The hotel is on Via Nazionale, 158/A, in the city centre area.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own bar or cafe for a relaxed drink. For a meal, the restaurant I Giardini Della Corte is just 150 meters away. The historic Sassi area, a 15-minute walk, is where you'll find dining spots like Trattoria del Caveoso, La Lopa, and Ristorante Francesca, all on Via Bruno Buozzi. For a drink with a view, Crialoss in Sasso Barisano offers a different perspective of the city. You can also book the Matera by Night tour, which includes entrance to a cave house and rock church, to see the illuminated ancient city.
Hotel Nazionale is a good base for exploring Matera on foot. The main sights are all within a 16 to 23 minute walk, including Palombaro lungo, the Church of Saint Peter 'Barisano', and the Cathedral Basilica. Castello Tramontano and Castle Park are also close, at 19 and 20 minutes away. For sights further out, like the Sassi in Murgia Timone, you can take a short ride from the nearby bus stop or train station. The hotel's central location makes it easy to return for a break before heading out again. You can also join a guided tour of the Sassi to see the area with a local expert.
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