Italy · Matera
Sextantio in Matera: what if your hotel room were a cave?
A door, a stone interior and a different idea of a hotel room. In Matera, the place becomes part of the reason to travel.
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- Hotels
- Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita
- Destinations
- Matera, Italy
- The intriguing detail
- Cave rooms in the Sassi
- Our perspective
- Researched selection, not visited
THE PLACE
A room with a past.
At Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita, rooms and suites are set within the caves of Matera’s Sassi. Stone and the shape of the old spaces are central to the experience. It is an intriguing starting point for a trip focused on architecture.
Check the room category carefully: the official website also lists accommodation at Palazzo della Civita. Compare light, layout and access before choosing. This is a researched selection, not a first-hand review.
WHY THIS ADDRESS
A story to stay in.
What interests us is the connection between the accommodation and its setting. This is a way to make architecture part of the trip itself.
Consider it for a break built around discovering Matera. The right choice will depend on the room and the comforts that matter to you.
CHOOSING YOUR STAY
Choose the cave that fits your stay.
Check the exact category
Cave accommodation and the Palazzo are separate offers. Confirm the building and room type.
Compare the spaces
Ask about daylight, the bathroom layout and the room you are considering.
Plan your arrival
Ask about luggage drop-off, the route to the room and any steps.
Before you book
Can you stay in a cave in Matera?
Sextantio offers cave rooms and suites in the Sassi. Check the exact accommodation type before booking.
Are all the rooms in caves?
The website also lists Palazzo della Civita. Make sure you distinguish between the two offers.
How should I choose a room?
Discuss daylight, layout, the bathroom and access with the hotel before booking.
How much does a night at Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita cost?
Rates depend on dates, accommodation and booking conditions. Check the official website for an offer matching your stay.
How can I check accessibility before booking?
Ask for a description of the route to the room and any facilities suited to your needs. This researched selection does not confirm accessibility.
How we chose this place.
Official information checked on 4 November 2026. A researched presentation, not a first-hand review. Confirm rates, accessibility and conditions for your dates.
Travel illustrations do not depict the hotel. Consult the official website for photographs of the property.