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About this property
Overlooking Matera’s Sasso Barisano, Fra I Sassi Residence is set in restored 17th-century buildings inside the Matera Sassi UNESCO site area. It offers a sun terrace and air-conditioned rooms with stone walls and views of the historical center. Some rooms at the Sassi Residence are cut directly into the rock. All have a private bathroom and stone or parquet floors. A buffet breakfast is provided, including cappuccino or herbal tea, together with fruit and freshly made pastries. Free Wi-Fi access is available at reception. Matera Cathedral is 984 feet from the Fra I Sassi. A shuttle can be arranged from/to Bari Palese Airport, a 1-hour drive away. Guests can enjoy discounted rates at a nearby partner car park.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jo
Canada“Character, location and staff very helpful and friendly” 
Maria Canada“The location, the room, the surroundings our host was very cordial, helpful and accommodating.”- Michael
United States“From Rosita at check-in to the ladies at breakfast, everything was wonderful. We had a wonderful unit with balcony and a front patio (public space, but seemed ours). The room access of #14 was so easy, and we felt we were 'coming home" each...” - Alexander
Australia“Perfect location. Plenty of room. Excellent breakfast. Very good staff & very helpful.” - Ben
United Kingdom“Unbeatable location, comfortable room and very friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast too!” 
Agustingv United States“Locations is perfect! Terraces are awesome. Sleeping in a cave was a great adventure for my kids. Breakfast was really good full of local treats. The in and out service from the garage is a MUST!”- Susannah
Switzerland“Beautiful spacious room with one-of-a-kind bathroom built into a cave. Great location and spectacular views from the terrace (day and night!) Delicious breakfast. Very kind and helpful staff. An unforgettable experience!” 
Alexandra
Philippines“The location was perfect with an amazing view of Matera. Very comfortable rooms and I believe our room had the best view. I would book room no 14 again. Breakfast was quite generous and coffee was great! Also the shuttle service to and from the...”- Kameron United States“We loved everything about our stay at Fra I Sassi. The staff were kind and accommodating, the room was amazing, and the location was perfect. We also loved the delicious breakfast every morning. We enjoyed our stay so much that we came back for...”
- Julie United States“Room was an experience being in a cave room. Set in a very good location in the center of town. Very good breakfast. Staff was helpful with parking suggestions outside of the town center.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that this property is located in a restricted traffic area. Access by car is not allowed.
When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 40 € per pet applies. Please note that a maximum of 1 pet is allowed per room.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: 077014A102353001, IT077014A102353001
