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Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Suite Palazzo | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Suite Grotta | Jetted tub
Classic Grotta | Room amenity

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Superior Grotta | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Superior Grotta

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
  • 646 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Presidential Suite Palazzo

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 1722 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Suite Palazzo | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Executive Suite Palazzo

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Grotta | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Classic Grotta

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 269 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Palazzo | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Superior Palazzo

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 646 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Heated floors

Executive Suite Grotta

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Palazzo | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Classic Palazzo

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Palazzo | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Suite Palazzo

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 969 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite Grotta | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Suite Grotta

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 969 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Civita 28, Matera, MT, 75100

What's nearby

  • Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cathedral of Matera - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palombaro Lungo - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Matera Centrale Railway Station - 15 min walk
  • Gravina Station - 29 min drive
  • Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪I due Sassi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boutique Piazza Sedile - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante da Nico - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Osteria La Vigna del Mare - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Monkey Drink House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita

Luxury upscale hotel near Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
Close to Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi, Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita provides free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Free newspapers, 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
  • Deep soaking tubs, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and childcare services

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.6 miles (EUR 40 per day), from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is in a restricted traffic zone. Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance.
Please note: this property is not accessible by vehicle. The offsite parking garage is located at Via Vincenzo Cappelluti, 1 – 75100, Matera, a half mile (1 kilometer) from the property. Guests arriving by taxi or shuttle should arrange for dropoff at the parking garage address.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 40 per day (3281 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: EUR 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place a credit card authorization equal to 30% of the total amount of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number IT077014A101124001

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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Sextantio
Sextantio Grotte
Sextantio Grotte Della Civita
Sextantio Grotte Della Civita Hotel
Sextantio Grotte Della Civita Hotel Matera
Sextantio Grotte Della Civita Matera
Sextantio Civita Caves Hotel Matera
Sextantio Civita Caves Matera
Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita Hotel
Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita Matera
Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita Hotel Matera

Frequently asked questions

Is Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita?

As of Apr 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita on May 5, 2025 start from $427.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita located?

Located in the heart of Matera, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi. Rock Churches of San Nicola dei Greci and Madonna delle Virtù and Cathedral of Matera are just steps away. Matera Centrale Railway Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 305 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Wonderful Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sunil

Unique property from which to enjoy matera
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

I wish that I could give 10 stars to Sextantio! The property is stunning, the town is wonderful, the views are breathtaking, and the staff is incredible. If you are visiting Italy, Matera is a must. It is a completely unique ancient city with a history that shows the adaptability of human kind. Take part by staying at Sextantio.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SJ

Absolutely fabulous place/concept

We loved everything about our stay and are certainly planning to return and try other Sextantio properties. Superb breakfast. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

This property and Matera itself are once in lifetime experiences. The staff was wonderful, the food was amazing and the scenery was incredible. So glad I had the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Stunning hotel and location

This is a gorgeous hotel in an excellent location for exploring Matera. Breakfast was very good, too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vito Antonio

absolutely amazing, best original hotel I’ve seen yet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Outstanding. Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Everything was outstanding - property, condition, staff, food, response to questions and follow-up communication. We strongly recommend this - certainly worth every cent. The parking in town with the shuttle is expensive but there is no other easy way to do it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Outstanding location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Like no other place you've stayed before!

What a wonderful and unique experience, if you have a chance to gyro Matera I highly recommend you stay here. The staff was attentive, warm and eager to make our stay special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Staying in a cave room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

The whole experience of the location is fascinating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

The property was such an amazing experience. It’s a must. The staff were great and the food in the morning was delicious. Beautiful rooms and views of the canyon. Truly a remarkable place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cagdas

This property deserves a big thumbs up. Cave rooms were very well designed with a lot of attention to detail (lights, candles, custom shower gels). Breakfast was one of the best I had recently with a lot of local cheese and fruits instead of banal buffet items. Ricotta was simply amazing. Staff was polite and helpful. I would definitely stay again. The only recommendation I would give is that since each room is unique I would put each room and its images separately instead of room category.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristiano

Beautiful hotel, rustic decoration in agreement with the space is in. The breakfast is served on what used to be the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Incredibly unique, one of a kind experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Staff was super friendly and accommodating from the moment we checked in, all the way to check out. The room was so well put together and instagramable. Loved it :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

It was a wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allegra

Best experience ever!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Make sure you contact the hotel for parking before arrival, lot of steps if you have a luggage.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pedro P

Unique Hotel

It is a very special hotel. Very unique you will never stay in such a place with so much history and so well kept. If you’re a bit of a claustrophobic, I would suggest you to take a Palazzo room rather than a cave room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Great property and staff. Would suggest having some type of basic sundries and a mirror in bathroom with lights, tough to see when shaving or wife doing hair etc. Breakfast is amazing, location is perfect in the Sassi. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Cave Stay!

This was the most unique traveling experience! LOVED IT! I would recommend it to anybody! Staff was fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rinas

Perfect location.. Extremely friendly staff - who went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great experience. The experience of living in a cave was unique and one of a kind (only downside being no bathroom door in the room while staying with kids). It is in the prime location, with amazing views right outside your front door! I definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022