When you stay at Fra i Sassi - Residence in Matera, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Casa Grotta 'Once Upon a Time...'. .This residence is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Convent of Sant'Agostino.
Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Cathedral of Matera - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Convent of Sant'Agostino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
San Giovanni Battista Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi - 17 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Matera Centrale Railway Station - 15 min walk
Ferrandina Scalo Matera Station - 29 min drive
Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Osteria Al Casale - 3 min walk
Ristorante Stano - 4 min walk
Le Botteghe - 2 min walk
Monkey Drink House - 5 min walk
Osteria Pico - 4 min walk
About this property
Fra i Sassi - Residence
Fra i Sassi - Residence offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and bidets. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Take advantage of the residence's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
Valet parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
Dining
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
Minibar
Room service (limited hours)
Bedrooms
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 20 per night
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Outdoor areas
Rooftop terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Meeting rooms
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: EUR 25 per accommodation per stay
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Free bottled water
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board on request
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a historical district
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Mosquito nets
Fire extinguisher
General
7 units
Banquet hall
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 15 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 80 per person (one-way)
Self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
Valet parking fee: EUR 10 per day
Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee: EUR 15 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 7:00 AM
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT077014A102353001
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Fra i Sassi
Fra i Sassi Matera
Fra i Sassi Residence
Fra i Sassi Residence Matera
Fra i Sassi - Residence Matera
Fra i Sassi - Residence Residence
Fra i Sassi - Residence Residence Matera
Fra i Sassi - Residence Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 361 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 361 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 361 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 361 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 361 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rita
Feb 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
very friendly and well located!
Rita
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, clean room and helpful staff.
Steve
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nora E.
Dec 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The breakfast is gorgeus!!
Nora E.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve Cheng Wen
Dec 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Matara is a beautiful place and the hotel is nice, clean and staffs are all friendly!
Steve Cheng Wen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jungho
Dec 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view, spacious room and kind staffs
Jungho
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victor
Dec 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice location
Victor
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
Jan 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The staff were beyond friendly and good recommendations for things to see and places to dine the area. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. The views here from your room and the many terraces are incredible!
Karen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eunsoo
Nov 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best location & service
Eunsoo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ian
Sep 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property and location.
Staff very friendly.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debra
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were very friendly and super helpful, even after we’d had a problem at checkout which was totally our fault. The property is right in the middle of the old town which is where you want to be in Matera. Many restaurants within close proximity
Beautiful stay
Excellent service
Great location
Room magnificent overlooking I Sassi
Anna Maria
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Manoj
Oct 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very cold in the rooms and breakfast was ok. the staff were very helpful and very good knowledge of area.
Manoj
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Khalil
Aug 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Beautiful city, great hotel, nice room, nice people, tasty breakfast. Perfect stay!!
Khalil
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alejandra
Dec 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property beautiful
The staff very nice and Helpful Breakfast delicious and done with care!!!
Alejandra
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary
Jun 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Gorgeous stay in the Sassi, wonderful staff and breakfast with cafes and restaurants all close by.
Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jesus
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing place, with stunning view and great food
The place is very beautiful, and the staff warm and helpful. The place has an amazing view of the city, and the best breakfast I had in Italy.
Jesus
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
sandeep
Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful room, breakfast , location , air conditioning, nearby oustanding food and host reception!
sandeep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dennis
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A really charming hotel with very friendly staff.
Dennis
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pimjai
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location and the view was amazing
Pimjai
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jael
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really loved the terrace nice view and good breakfast would definitely go back again
jael
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
keonwoo
Dec 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and service
keonwoo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen
Sep 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay in Matera
Very nice place in Matera! Very convenient to restaurants and the center of the beautiful city.
Colleen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Archana
Oct 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Charming hotel in center of Sassi
Wonderful charming hotel in the heart of the Sassi. The breakfast was phenomenal
Archana
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arthur
May 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Located smack dab in the middle of one of the world's most unique and historic areas.
Arthur
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
Oct 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Spacious cave room with a nice bathroom within walking distance of everything. An excellent breakfast. Remember that you can’t park here and must park outside of the zone on the street. Matera is amazing.