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Residenza le Dodici Lune

History meets adventure at this central Matera guesthouse where guests enjoy rooftop views of the ancient Sassi landscape and easy access to cultural treasures

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Residenza le Dodici Lune is in Matera's historic center. Start with a breakfast buffet, then relax on the rooftop terrace overlooking the Sassi. Explore the Park of the Rupestrian Churches nearby. Enjoy free WiFi, a library, and multilingual staff to help you.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

About the area

Located in Matera, Residenza le Dodici Lune is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alta Murgia National Park and Ginosa Ravine, while Museo della Scultura Contemporanea and La Raccolta delle Acque are cultural highlights. Visit our Matera travel guide
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Via San Giacomo 27, Matera, MT, 75100

What's nearby

  • The Sassi di Matera are ancient cavedwellings in the Italian city of Matera, Basilicata. Situated in the old town, they are composed of the Sasso Caveoso and the laterSasso Barisano. Here, the Sasso Barisano.
    Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
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    Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of Matera
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Matera Centrale Railway Station
    15 min walk
  • Ferrandina Scalo Matera Station
    29 min drive
  • Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Osteria Belvedere Il Vecchio Frantoio
    4 min walk
  • Baccanti
    4 min walk
  • Piazza Sedile
    4 min walk
  • L'Antica Credenza
    5 min walk
  • Zipa Café
    7 min walk

About this property

Residenza le Dodici Lune

Upscale guest house near Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
Located close to Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi, Residenza le Dodici Lune provides a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and wedding services
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage and a porter/bellboy
Room features
All guest rooms at Residenza le Dodici Lune offer perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Private gardens, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (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
There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night

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.
  • Bed sheets fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person (one way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

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 major credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Residenza Dodici Lune
Residenza Dodici Lune House
Residenza Dodici Lune House Matera
Residenza Dodici Lune Matera
Residenza Dodici Lune Guesthouse Matera
Residenza Dodici Lune Guesthouse
Residenza le Dodici Lune Matera
Residenza le Dodici Lune Guesthouse
Residenza le Dodici Lune Guesthouse Matera

Frequently asked questions

Is Residenza le Dodici Lune pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Residenza le Dodici Lune?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Residenza le Dodici Lune?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Residenza le Dodici Lune?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Does Residenza le Dodici Lune provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 50 per person applies.

Where is Residenza le Dodici Lune located?

Located in the heart of Matera, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi. Casa Noha and Cathedral of Matera are just steps away. Matera Centrale Railway Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Residenza le Dodici Lune Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Non ho soggiornato in questa struttura. Colazione buona
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In grotta nella magetica Matera

Dislocato centralmente a Matera ti permette di raggiungere qualsiasi luogo della città molto facilmente. Cordialità e accoglienza sono nel dna dei gestori di 12 lune
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stunning views. Room was clean and warm during the night due to very good heating system. The court yard was lovely with seating.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard to get to - but so worth it...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marialuisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stanza molto curata, accogliente, personale molto gentile e posizione fantastica
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Magoo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Building works

Unfortunately the building works adjacent to our room, was very noisy, being woken up at 7am and continuous throughout the day. This room should not be allocated to guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hajime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s amazing stay. I still can't believe how cheap the stay is, considering the huge room with simple but superb interior with walkin close and huge toilet+shower room. Just that if you come by car, Sassi area is quite complicate. We got a penalty ticket and didn't know yet how much we have to pay for it. Try ask the hotel in advance if you come by car. Anyway, apart from car hustle, everything can't be more perfect than it is. There is an amazing restaurant at the same area too! We will come again in 4years☆
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Saverio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

PROTAGONISTI DI UNA FIABA........

.... è così che ci si sente soggiornando in questo luogo. Il paesaggio dei Sassi, le luci del tramonto e l'atmosfera incantata non possono trovare conclusione migliore di quella che offre Le dodici lune!! Personale che dire gentile è riduttivo, qualsiasi cosa che possa rendere indimenticabile il soggiorno a Matera loro lo fanno. Dalla colazione, strepitosa, alla sistemazione della camera, dalla pulizia ai consigli per le varie visite da fare in città....tutto curato con meticolosa attenzione. Non so quando tornerò a Matera ma son certo che tornerò e sceglierò certamente LE DODICI LUNE.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cédric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magnifique !

Très bon accueil, chambre très bien, la décoration un peu trop « moderne » à notre goût, le lieu est fantastique!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bel hôtel, mais dans un environnement industriel

Hôtel et restauration de bonne qualité, personnel très courtois. Climatisation hors fonction dans notre chambre et présence d'odeurs d'un dépotoir situé à peu de distance en ouvrant la fenêtre. Environnement industriel sans accès à pied à des sites intéressants. Bon endroit pour des voyageurs d'affaires plutôt que pour des touristes cherchant l'ambiance d'une ville historique.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

2/10 Terrible

crissi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ESPERIENZA BRUTTISSIMA

MANCANZA DELL'ACQUA CALDA PER LAVARSI!!!! Asciugamani che puzzano di fritto. Assenza totale della vista panoramica sui sassi di Matera (nonostante il costo della camera pagata che era una Deluxe!). Sono riusciti a rovinarmi il soggiorno in questa bellissima città!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

The Gavans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Sassi Hotel

Very nice hotel, did not know what to expect from a cave hotel but it was lovely, not cold or earthy as what you would expect from a cave. Loved the cave experience and also the hang out cave in the room, very unusual and quirkey.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very unusual experience

I could enjoy the staying of this hotel. The staff was very kind. And the location gave us good view.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genuine Matera experience!

We were enchanted by our cave room, and were impressed with how clean and well decorated it was. Restaurant was delicious and beautiful! Excellent location!

8/10 Good

Rose Lai Kuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay overall except there is not enough hot water for shower for two people. The place is very nice and it is really an experience to stay in a cave.

10/10 Excellent

sean & steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wow,Wow, Wow!

You're sleeping and 2500+-year-old cave room. What more is there to sa? other than staff are great and the rest of Matera is outstanding

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ottimo hotel ma faticoso da raggiungere. non lo consiglierei a nessuno che abbia qualche anche minima difficoltà di deambulazione. appare come un hotel ma in realtà è un affittacamere e la reception non è coperta durante le ore notturne. Comunque c'è una sala colazione con buffet vario, abbondante e anche con qualche prodotto tipico locale.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une expérience originale

La chambre était très spacieuse et très joliment aménagée dans une ancienne maison troglodyte en plein cœur des Sassi de Matera. Le petit déjeuner était très bien mais en revanche, l'accueil dans la salle de petit déjeuner pourrait vraiment être amélioré.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm and friendly, elegant and beautiful stay

Marie-Therese and her mother were such gracious hosts, and the Residenza was very special and unique, with its own courtyard. They had restored everything from ruins starting around 2000, and it's done so tastefully, with a good balance of respect for the original structure of the site, with a sense of classic style and comfort. The room, part ancient cave, part tufa stone, was so quiet and elegant (no tv, such a relief!), the walls all made out of the local tufa stone that radiated history. We treated ourselves to dinner in the restaurant the last night, which was one of the best meals of our entire Italian trip. Breakfast every morning was perfect, not only classic caffe latte, and a range of croissants and pastries (plus cold cuts and cheeses), but also my favourite, a delicious potato focaccia made fresh every morning by our hosts. The modern sculpture museum, Musma, is almost next door. In a 17th century palazzo, built on top of over 7 cave networks that were formerly Benedictine and Dominican monasteries, it's one of the most beautiful and compelling art installations we've ever seen. The sassi neighbourhood village, Sassi Caveosa, nestled into the cliffs, and the whole town, is quite beguiling. Walking up and down stone pathways and stairs everywhere you go, complete with sassi cats that came out to play at night, was very special.

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The total experience

Would highly recommend. Pack light and good walking shoes

8/10 Good

Steen Jelstrup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spændende hotel i spændende Sassi

To dage i spændende Sassi i Matera. Perfekt beliggenhed, hyggeligt hotel, god restaurant

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Da provare

Posto bellissimo e suggestivo, dormire dentro ai sassi è un'esperienza unica, personale gentile, non ci sono aspetti negativi.

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Canada

Must visit this town Unique unique Awesome

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Buitengewoon mooie stad

prima hotel om de stad te bekijken

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Una notte nei sassi

Soggiorno piacevole, colazione buona e posizione ottima per visitare i Sassi di Matera. Loccation suggestiva. Alla reception abbiamo ricevuto molte informazioni utili per la nostra visita