"The motel is next to autostrada. The breakfast very poor and offered in the cafeteria in the basement with lots of visitors, which makes service extremely difficult."
"The motel is next to autostrada. The breakfast very poor and offered in the cafeteria in the basement with lots of visitors, which makes service extremely difficult."
"Lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff who waited up for us until 2am for arrival after our flight was cancelled. Stylish interiors and spacious room with free parking outside."
"Lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff who waited up for us until 2am for arrival after our flight was cancelled. Stylish interiors and spacious room with free parking outside."
"Great location if u are w a car; staff was very attentive, room was lovely and very functional and breakfast was great w variety and fresh items.
Antonella checked me in and since the gym was not open, she let me borrow 2 weights so I could work out in my room; both male bartenders in the evening (my apologies, I did not get their names) were so accommodating and Laura at breakfast on Sunday was so lovely and attentive. GREAT hotel when u visit Matera."
"Great location if u are w a car; staff was very attentive, room was lovely and very functional and breakfast was great w variety and fresh items.
Antonella checked me in and since the gym was not open, she let me borrow 2 weights so I could work out in my room; both male bartenders in the evening (my apologies, I did not get their names) were so accommodating and Laura at breakfast on Sunday was so lovely and attentive. GREAT hotel when u visit Matera."
"Wonderful staff, check in was a breeze, beautiful location and the amenities were great. Traveling as a person of color in similar (less touristy areas) can be scaring sometimes but everyone on staff was so great. I highly recommend the restaurant and the pool amenities."
"Wonderful staff, check in was a breeze, beautiful location and the amenities were great. Traveling as a person of color in similar (less touristy areas) can be scaring sometimes but everyone on staff was so great. I highly recommend the restaurant and the pool amenities."
"Even far from the city of Matera, it was an incredible experience to stay here. Very helpful officials, very beautiful place. Too bad we didn’t have much time to explore more."
"Even far from the city of Matera, it was an incredible experience to stay here. Very helpful officials, very beautiful place. Too bad we didn’t have much time to explore more."
"This is a basic tourist property, breakfast adequate but not outstanding, lady on reception brilliant but the men rather ordinary, location ok, rooms need a good refurbish and TV needs some English stations and smart tv access. Parking handy."
"This is a basic tourist property, breakfast adequate but not outstanding, lady on reception brilliant but the men rather ordinary, location ok, rooms need a good refurbish and TV needs some English stations and smart tv access. Parking handy."
"The villa is very nice and close to Matera. Teresa and Antonella are great hostesses. They are very friendly and accommodating. Their breakfast presentation was great. The room was very charming and quiet. Great view."
"The villa is very nice and close to Matera. Teresa and Antonella are great hostesses. They are very friendly and accommodating. Their breakfast presentation was great. The room was very charming and quiet. Great view."
"The staff were very nice and professional. Owner Joseph went to garage to pick us up, Roberto help with our luggage. Very helpful service. The cave rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent. We love to come back and recommend it to everyone who wants to visit Matera."
"The staff were very nice and professional. Owner Joseph went to garage to pick us up, Roberto help with our luggage. Very helpful service. The cave rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent. We love to come back and recommend it to everyone who wants to visit Matera."
"This hotel and restaurant was a wonderful spot to stay and to explore Stigliano. The food was excellent and staff extremely friendly and accomodating."
"This hotel and restaurant was a wonderful spot to stay and to explore Stigliano. The food was excellent and staff extremely friendly and accomodating."
"Room was clean. Breakfast was bountiful except if they claim to use Canadian maple syrup it should be the real thing not corn syrup. Parking on site but you need to pay which was fine. I’d stay there again."
"Room was clean. Breakfast was bountiful except if they claim to use Canadian maple syrup it should be the real thing not corn syrup. Parking on site but you need to pay which was fine. I’d stay there again."
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Lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff who waited up for us until 2am for arrival after our flight was cancelled. Stylish interiors and spacious room with free parking outside.
Lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff who waited up for us until 2am for arrival after our flight was cancelled. Stylish interiors and spacious room with free parking outside.
We went for a romantic weekend, weather as 22 c Dry , materia was clean, the hotel staff especially in the restaurant were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us , we would recommend staying half board, food was fantastic, the room was clean , the only negative ( no English channels) so we couldn’t watch anything while getting ready for dinner! But again overall it was brilliant well done!!!
We went for a romantic weekend, weather as 22 c Dry , materia was clean, the hotel staff especially in the restaurant were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us , we would recommend staying half board, food was fantastic, the room was clean , the only negative ( no English channels) so we couldn’t watch anything while getting ready for dinner! But again overall it was brilliant well done!!!
Steven
Reviewed October 25, 2026Reviewed October 25, 2026
Brilliant hotel has everything needed, unfortunately they was doing works on bottom floor but can only imagine how beautiful it will look when done. Reception staff could be a little more friendly as I did ask a question one morning about getting to a town and had eyes rolled at me. But overall clean and nice hotel definitely want to return.
Brilliant hotel has everything needed, unfortunately they was doing works on bottom floor but can only imagine how beautiful it will look when done. Reception staff could be a little more friendly as I did ask a question one morning about getting to a town and had eyes rolled at me. But overall clean and nice hotel definitely want to return.
Rosina
Reviewed September 10, 2026Reviewed September 10, 2026
We had a brilliant welcome by the staff who couldn't have been more helpful in explaining where to park, best route to see the sights and good restaurants. Lovely breakfast too.
We opted for the "comfort" room and had an extremely spacious cave room. couldn't have been better
We had a brilliant welcome by the staff who couldn't have been more helpful in explaining where to park, best route to see the sights and good restaurants. Lovely breakfast too.
We opted for the "comfort" room and had an extremely spacious cave room. couldn't have been better
Sue
Reviewed September 22, 2016Reviewed September 22, 2016
We had a lovely stay at the Cenobio Hotel. It is in an old convent and the architecture is beautiful. We had room 6 which was comprised 2 sleeping areas, with wonderful arched ceilings and built from the original stone. We had a large terrace outside with an incredible view over the gorge.
To get to the hotel, we parked in a car park reserved by the hotel. The hotel then booked us a taxi to collect us from the car park and bring us to the Piazza Duomo which is as near to the hotel as you...
We had a lovely stay at the Cenobio Hotel. It is in an old convent and the architecture is beautiful. We had room 6 which was comprised 2 sleeping areas, with wonderful arched ceilings and built from the original stone. We had a large terrace outside with an incredible view over the gorge.
To get to the hotel, we parked in a car park reserved by the hotel. The hotel then booked us a taxi to collect us from the car park and bring us to the Piazza Duomo which is as near to the hotel as you...
Diana
Reviewed September 1, 2026Reviewed September 1, 2026
Exquisite sorings to mind. And the room i stayed in, actually several minutes from the main hotel was magical. Genuine sassi cave, but kept immaculate by the wonderful cleaning staff on a daily basis. The hotel has its own spa, which i took advantage of a few times, although you have to pay 25 euros extra - this really should be free for someone like me that was staying for 8 days. The breakfast room offerred good quality and variety with attentive waiting staff. I overall had a very...
Exquisite sorings to mind. And the room i stayed in, actually several minutes from the main hotel was magical. Genuine sassi cave, but kept immaculate by the wonderful cleaning staff on a daily basis. The hotel has its own spa, which i took advantage of a few times, although you have to pay 25 euros extra - this really should be free for someone like me that was staying for 8 days. The breakfast room offerred good quality and variety with attentive waiting staff. I overall had a very...
This is an amazing hotel. Great location. Really special place. Lovely historic vibe. Fabulous bedroom and breakfast room. Central location. Highly recommend staying here.
This is an amazing hotel. Great location. Really special place. Lovely historic vibe. Fabulous bedroom and breakfast room. Central location. Highly recommend staying here.
Where do I start? I have too many amazing things to say about this 'hotel'
We arrived around 10pm and were given a tour and told the history of the caves and this hotel they must've been waiting for us to arrive but we were not rushed at all! Given a free upgrade to our room which was just phenomenal! So cosy and warm and everything so intimately designed to keep the cave 'genuine' it was so beautiful we could've stayed in the cave all weekend and not gone outside!
Breakfast was lovely and all...
Where do I start? I have too many amazing things to say about this 'hotel'
We arrived around 10pm and were given a tour and told the history of the caves and this hotel they must've been waiting for us to arrive but we were not rushed at all! Given a free upgrade to our room which was just phenomenal! So cosy and warm and everything so intimately designed to keep the cave 'genuine' it was so beautiful we could've stayed in the cave all weekend and not gone outside!
Breakfast was lovely and all...
Amber
Reviewed February 10, 2016Reviewed February 10, 2016
The room was very clean and spacious. Altogether the hotel was very quiet and peaceful. The garden was very pleasant and the view from the garden over the gorge was spectacular. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We stayed for 4 nights and we enjoyed it very much.
The room was very clean and spacious. Altogether the hotel was very quiet and peaceful. The garden was very pleasant and the view from the garden over the gorge was spectacular. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We stayed for 4 nights and we enjoyed it very much.
The best area to stay in Grottole is within the historic centre, particularly around the Castello di Grottole and the narrow streets leading off Piazza Marconi.
This area forms the heart of the village, offering a truly authentic experience. You'll find yourself amidst ancient stone buildings, winding alleyways, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Most of the local amenities, including small shops, traditional eateries, and the main church, are easily accessible on foot. Staying here means you're right in the middle of village life.
Couples looking for a romantic and distinctive getaway will find this area particularly appealing. The quiet streets, historic architecture, and opportunities for slow, relaxed evenings make it an ideal setting. You can enjoy strolls to viewpoints, savour local cuisine at intimate restaurants, and experience the village's unique character together.
For solo travellers seeking a peaceful retreat and a chance to connect with local culture, the historic centre is also an excellent fit.
When is the best time to go to Grottole?
The best time to go to Grottole is during the shoulder seasons of April to June and September to October.
These months offer pleasant weather, with warm days great for exploring, but without the intense heat and larger crowds of the peak summer months. You'll find the countryside green and blooming in spring and the olive groves ready for harvest in autumn, providing a lovely backdrop for your visit.
For couples looking for a romantic escape, these periods are ideal. You can enjoy leisurely strolls through the historic centre of Grottole, dine al fresco at local trattorias, and take day trips to nearby Matera or the Lucanian Dolomites without feeling rushed or overheated. The evenings are mild, great for a glass of local wine.
Solo travellers will also appreciate the quieter atmosphere during these times. It's easier to engage with locals, find a peaceful spot to enjoy the views, and experience the authentic rhythm of village life.
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